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looks so much more appealing to me (in so many ways) than the Highlander. Thanks, alpha, for the roof height numbers. So the roof is about 5 inches lower. Should do wonders for handling improvement/top-heaviness reduction. Is it an actual hatchback, or is there a rear deck behind those back seats? As for the 2.7, the current 2.4 makes 160+ lb-ft, so I would think it is not a stretch to imagine that the 2.7 will make at least 180 lb-ft, same as the engine in the Taco. It might be slightly reduced if they have to tack on more downstream stuff to reduce smog emissions.
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Replying to: nippononly (Jan 15, 2008 8:49 am) |
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Replying to: nippononly (Jan 15, 2008 8:49 am) I noticed that it has a (light-duty, but rated nonetheless) 3500# tow rating (with V6), which is a plus.. even if you never tow, at least you know the mechanicals were engineered with an extra margin of duty in mind. And even better, that killer sunroof (very important to me). Since they are giving the impression of "sporty" handling, I hope it's true. At nearly 190" long, and well into the 60's tall, it's still a bit bulkier than I'd like. Maybe they will offer an "SE" or a model with handling package and possibly lower ride height, like the Camry.  I don't think there's anything wrong with a Camry-based wagon, as long as it's offered with a better handling package than a typical LE with the marshmallow, pillow-top bed ride that tips around curves. But this "crossover" still seems aimed at SUV buyers looking for increased ground clearance; still a bit on the tall side, rather than those looking for sportier, more fuel efficient alternatives. Come on Toyota/Lexus: Where are our (U.S.) sporty wagons? Even in limited numbers, it's not like ALL Americans want the same thing (SUV's, Sedans, and bigger is better?) and there are buyers.
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Replying to: la4mead (Jan 15, 2008 10:30 am)  -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Jan 15, 2008 10:44 am)
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Replying to: paisan (Jan 15, 2008 10:44 am) The Venza seems like it will be just another (improved, however) modernized version of the same formula as so many other models available: Soft, tall, heavy (mid-size) SUV with lux features, and perhaps only the smallest concern for better fuel efficiency or enthusiastic "feeling". I hope and looking forward to being proved wrong! 
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Replying to: la4mead (Jan 15, 2008 12:59 pm)  I'm hoping that they bring back the LGT wagon in the next generation but we shall see. -mike |
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...over on TN. From some normally reliable technical sources there it appears that this 'all-new' 2.7L I4 may be the eventual successor to the current 2.4L 2AZ I4 which is in everything! If it is all new it would likely be the 1AR 2.7L with dual VVT-i getting hp ratings of 180-190 without Valvematic and maybe over 200 with Valvematic at some time soon. Fuel Economy? Well if one were to go by the other 'R' engines it would be the same or even better than the outgoing 2.4L 2AZ. Now there's a neat trick. 1ZR 1.8L in the xD and Corolla 1GR 4.0L in the 4R, FJ, Taco and Tundra 2GR 3.5L in everything larger than a Corolla and smaller than a 4Runner 3UR 5.7L in the Tundra, Sequoia and LC All are tops in their class in power and efficiency. This is a nice prospect for the new Venza. |
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Replying to: wc1 (Jan 15, 2008 11:27 am) Mack 
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Replying to: mackabee (Jan 15, 2008 3:02 pm)
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