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SUVs Lexus RX 300/330/350 Toyota Venza vs Lexus RX 350
87 messages, Last post on Sep 17, 2009 at 9:12 AM
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It's time to replace my wife's 2002 Audi wagon. Using Edmund's TMV, I gulped when I saw to replace it in kind would be almost $60K. They are great cars, but there are others. Plus, it is a little cramped up front on long trips. Then I saw the NY Times review of the Venza. I took a look and a test drive, and it is a VERY nice car. We are empty nesters, so 5 seats is plenty and it will hold all the "stuff" when we go away. I have friends with the RX 350 but haven't spent much time in one. According to TMV, it can be had for about 10% over a Venza (Our Toyota dealer is holding firm at MSRP right now). So, if both were similarly equipped, which would you pick? Thanks, Jeff in TN
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Replying to: Jeff_in_TN (Jan 17, 2009 2:17 pm) The Venza has keyless entry, the 2009 RX does not. The 2010 does, but we didn't like the interior (in all fairness, only saw pictures). The Venza drives great, has plenty of room for us and our stuff. Also has 6th Gen Navigation. |
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Replying to: Jeff_in_TN (Jan 17, 2009 2:17 pm) For me, I'm leaning towards the Venza. Even with the substantial discounts on the outgoing 2009 model (2010 is all new and arriving in February), the RX is still more expensive than the Venza for less features (that are important to me). It all depends on what's important to you, of course. The Lexus does have 1) a longer warranty; 2) potentially better dealer service/experience; 3) brand prestige; 4) a more "SUV" than "station wagon" appearance; 5) better interior materials (though the Venza is pretty close, in my opinion); 6) seat memory, power adjustable steering wheel; rain-sensing wipers. On the other hand, the Venza has 1) a new design that won't be replaced soon, so it will look "newer" longer; 2) 6-speed transmission; 3) Smart Key; 4) back up camera and Bluetooth without Navigation; 5) 20" wheels vs. 18" on the RX; 5) aux-in jack. Once supply improves, your Toyota dealer will be more willing to deal on the Venza. In my area, I can get a Venza at around $900 above invoice.
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Replying to: Jeff_in_TN (Jan 17, 2009 2:17 pm) |
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Replying to: qs933 (Jan 17, 2009 4:09 pm) 
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Replying to: bodble2 (Jan 19, 2009 6:29 pm) I could've sworn that the Venza I test drove had an "auto" setting on the headlamp stalk. It might be a part of the HID option package.
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Replying to: qs933 (Jan 19, 2009 9:53 pm)
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Replying to: bodble2 (Jan 19, 2009 11:20 pm) Page 202 of the Owners Manual: AUTO MODE: The headlights and all lights listed above turn ON and OFF automatically. Note: lights listed above are: Side Marker, parking, tail, license plate, and instrument panel lights. When in Auto Mode, push the lever forward to turn on the high beams. The Automatic High Beam system will be activated. |
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Replying to: macpro (Jan 20, 2009 4:46 am) http://qrg.toyotapartsandservice.com/index.php?vehicle=Venza&year=2009 But I suppose the actual Owner's Manual should be more detailed. In any case, it would seem logical that the Venza would have fully automatic headlights since even the RAV4 has it.
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Replying to: bodble2 (Jan 20, 2009 1:19 pm) |
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