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Toyota Venza vs Lexus RX 350

89 messages,  Last post on Dec 08, 2009 at 4:48 PM

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What is this discussion about? Toyota Venza, Lexus RX 350, Car Comparisons

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#35 of 89 Re: [venomshot629] by qs933

Jan 31, 2009 (12:18 am)

Replying to: venomshot629 (Jan 29, 2009 10:03 pm)
I like the Venza, but the difference between it and the RX is more than just "the layout." The RX is simply more luxurious and the 2010 model differentiates itself quite well from the Venza. The 2010 RX will likely start at least $10K higher than the base Venza V6. It should look and feel more expensive because it is.
 
What this means to you all depends on your expectations. Those with "Lexus" expectations are likely to conclude that the leather isn't as soft, the woodgrain trim far inferior to real wood, and the ride much too rough. Those with "Toyota" expectations will probably find the Venza to be one of the better interiors in the Toyota lineup.
 
I'm sure the product managers at Toyota and Lexus mull over positioning extensively when planning their respective products. Even the wheel choice probably reflects the differing target audience. The Venza has 20" wheels that look great.
 
The 2010 RX has 19" wheels (with 18" standard) -- sacrificing appearance for what's probably a quieter, smoother ride. I saw a 2010 RX with 18" wheels in person today and was disappointed with the way it looked, especially when it was parked near a Venza with those 20" wheels.

#36 of 89 Re: [bodble2] by wwest

Jan 31, 2009 (10:44 am)

Replying to: bodble2 (Jan 30, 2009 6:23 pm)
"..look pretty hip.."
 
You can ride in comfort on 17" or 18" wheels are you can have perfect strangers think you are "hip".....

#37 of 89 Re: [qs933] by wwest

Jan 31, 2009 (10:47 am)

Replying to: qs933 (Jan 31, 2009 12:18 am)
If I could buy a new F/awd 2010 RX with the Venza'a upcoming DFI I4 my order would already be in.

#38 of 89 Re: [qs933] by jkenley

Jan 31, 2009 (12:18 pm)

Replying to: qs933 (Jan 31, 2009 12:18 am)
Venomshot, are the 2010's out already? I'm curious to see one myself as I will be turning in a vehicle in May.

#39 of 89 Re: [wwest] by qs933

Jan 31, 2009 (1:00 pm)

Replying to: wwest (Jan 31, 2009 10:44 am)
You can ride in comfort on 17" or 18" wheels are you can have perfect strangers think you are "hip".....
 
Vehicle appearance can be an important factor and wheel choice can play a big role in the overall "look" of the vehicle.
 
There are a lot of other factors, so the question isn't as simple as you posed it. Personally, I like the way the 20" wheels look, I think the ride quality is firm but still very acceptable, and I'm glad Toyota took some risks on the design that they wouldn't have on a more general-purpose model such as the Camry or Highlander.

#40 of 89 17 in vs 20 in by macpro

Jan 31, 2009 (7:25 pm)

People have mentioned (not just on this forum) that replacing the 20 in tires are very expensive. I did a quick check on TireRack.com
 
17 in tires are $98.000 each and 20 in tires are $102.00 each. Not a significant difference.
 
As far as ride goes, I'm very pleased. Just for reference both my wife and I have owned Lexus vehicles for the last 10 years.

#41 of 89 Re: [jkenley] by qs933

Feb 01, 2009 (12:40 pm)

Replying to: jkenley (Jan 31, 2009 12:18 pm)
The 2010 RX 350 goes on sale in February, I believe. They are starting to arrive at the ports now. I saw at least a dozen of them awaiting processing at my local Lexus receiving area.
 
I don't think pricing has been released. On other message boards, the Canadian pricing and packaging was shared, but nothing yet for the US. The rumor was a $1.5K increase over 2009 MSRPs. The 2009 base MSRP is $38.5K, so I would guess a base of $40K + typical options.
 
The RXs I saw looked better in person than the photos and it'll have all the features of the Venza plus more. I'm guessing a $8-10K premium over a similarly equipped Venza, though.

#42 of 89 the new Mercedes GLK any thoughts?? by margaritac

Feb 01, 2009 (2:03 pm)

I am really researching my options in the mid SUV area, of course price is important but so is fuel consumption and safety. Does anyone have any thoughts on the new Mercedes, havent test drove it yet, but its next on the list

#43 of 89 Re: [qs933] by venomshot629

Feb 01, 2009 (3:57 pm)

Replying to: qs933 (Feb 01, 2009 12:40 pm)
I'm interested to see what other features the Lexus will have, because I think that is really what it comes down to... The Venza is comfortable as hell, I drove it for hours on end and over 100 miles in the past 2 days and didnt have a single ache in my body; I drove it on backroads with a lot of twists and turns, as well as on the freeway, and felt in total control both in steering and acceleration.
 
Im not trying to shoot the Lexus down, now, but what else could they add that a fully equipped Venza doesn't have? Maybe some previous Lexus owners can pitch in, what features were there in the past that you haven't seen on other cars that you are looking forward to in the 2010? Hopefully by the end of this thread, people trying to choose between the two cars will be able to get a fair comparison on both values and make an educated decision.
 
As far as I know, a few features that the Venza doesn't have that I'm guessing the 2010 RX might have for its "added value" are some sort of auto-parking feature, maybe OnStar?

#44 of 89 Re: [venomshot629] by bodble2

Feb 01, 2009 (4:15 pm)

Replying to: venomshot629 (Feb 01, 2009 3:57 pm)
"but what else could they add that a fully equipped Venza doesn't have?"
 
Power memory seats, to start. Or how about a rear seat DVD entertainment unit? Real wood trim? Adaptive headlights? Or even a simple thing like gas hood struts?

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