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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [volkov]
by ecotrklvr
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Jun 09, 2009 (7:40 am)
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Replying to: volkov (Jun 03, 2009 3:40 pm)
True. I like the 2.7L in the Venza, but like the option the Subie offers of 6-speed manual or CVT. The AWD as well. Not forgetting the Venza's undesirable factory wheel/tire combo on the 4-cyl.
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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [ecotrklvr]
by rdeason
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Jun 09, 2009 (11:17 am)
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Replying to: ecotrklvr (Jun 09, 2009 7:40 am)
I saw a red 4 cylinder today. The only styling miscue is the single exhaust. It looks unbalanced. I don't know what you mean by undesirable tire/wheel combo. They look great. I drive a loaded V-6 with the 20" wheels and not only do they look great but the ride is fine. Recently did a 1400 mile round trip and had no complaints. And some of the turnpike roads in Florida are anything but silky smooth. As far as replacement cost the prices are not bad now and I am sure they will get even better as more 20" wheel vehicle are on the market. Subarus are great vehicles having owned them but they do not have anything as large and as luxurious as the Venza. I purchased mine for 4M off the sticker and also got a great trade on my 2007 Camry XLE V-6. I hope you enjoy whatever vehicle you purchase.
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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [rdeason]
by volkov
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Jun 09, 2009 (9:02 pm)
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Replying to: rdeason (Jun 09, 2009 11:17 am)
Subarus are great vehicles having owned them but they do not have anything as large and as luxurious as the Venza.
That's a rather erroneous statement - Tribeca is larger and IMHO more luxurious. It's a different class, but that wasn't your statement. We've owned 2 Toyos and 2 Subies and liked all of them. I happen to be one of those people who hate the looks of ridiculously big wheels like I think the Venza has. That's a personal choice.
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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [rdeason]
by ecotrklvr
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Jun 10, 2009 (8:01 am)
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Replying to: rdeason (Jun 09, 2009 11:17 am)
Good to see that you got a great deal on your Venza. For myself, I'm still drawn to it - it's very much like my current ride. However, I consider the tires that come on the 4-cyl to be poor. If you to to www.tirerack.com and check out Owner's Surveys on the tires, you'll see. This still doesn't condemn the vehicle, but tires are too important for handling, ride comfort, ride noise, and safety. So, if I I was to buy a Venza, I'd need different tires. But that's the problem. That's impossible. Only two manufacturers in the world make that size! And neither of them is Michelin, Continental, Pirelli, etc.
My current ride is an '07 Highlander that came with low-grade tires. I switched them the first week with Michelin Cross Terrains from Costco. It is now noticeably quieter on the road, handles better, and does not squeal in the corners like the original tires did. They should go 60-80k miles as well.
Subaru is coming out with a 2010 Outback in a few weeks. It even looks like the Venza. And it's a lot bigger than Subies of old. It's spec'd here on Edmunds. Check it out. May even get the 6-speed manual! But a CVT is also available.
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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [rdeason]
by typesix
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Jun 10, 2009 (12:28 pm)
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Replying to: rdeason (Jun 09, 2009 11:17 am)
"The only styling miscue is the single exhaust. It looks unbalanced."
Better than paying more for an exhaust system repair. Many dual exhaust systems are for looks, but I will take single exhaust any day if performance or mpg is same as the dual. Why pay in some cases for two mufflers and sets of pipes to replace.
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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [typesix]
by wwest
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Jun 11, 2009 (7:54 am)
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Replying to: typesix (Jun 10, 2009 12:28 pm)
More about BLING than practicality...
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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [wwest]
by qs933
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Jun 11, 2009 (12:24 pm)
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Replying to: wwest (Jun 11, 2009 7:54 am)
Personally, I like a little BLING and am glad Toyota took some risks with the larger wheels and dual exhausts.
Everyone has their own threshold -- I'm glad they avoided Detroit's current fascination with decorative side vents and chrome-plated wheels.
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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [wwest]
by deepsouth
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Jun 11, 2009 (1:54 pm)
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Replying to: wwest (Jun 11, 2009 7:54 am)
Everyone has there own needs and taste. Personally the Venza is very practical for my family with or without the bling. With the hatchback its very practical. Cant' say that for a regular car
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Re: Venza vs 2010 Outback [volkov]
by rdeason
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Jun 13, 2009 (3:28 pm)
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Replying to: volkov (Jun 09, 2009 9:02 pm)
If you check the individual spec sheets you will find that most all of the interior dimensions favor the Venza. One of the exceptions is front leg room where the Tribeca has almost 2 inches more. But the Venza more than compensates with almost 5 inches of rear leg room. The Tribeca is an attractive car and it was on my short list but the higher cost, less miles per gallon sort of put it out of the running. The new Outback looks great but is slanted more toward the offroad rugged type of customer. I will check it out when it comes out. Maybe to replace my current Jeep.
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NHTSA 5-stars and IIHS Top Safety Pick
by 94camrylover
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Jun 17, 2009 (4:24 am)
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IIHS has released their crash test results for the Venza and gave it great scores. It scored GOOD all around and received a Top Safety Pick designation. This rating, coupled with the NHTSA's 5-star front & side ratings verify that Venza is a really safe vehicle.
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