2011 Toyota Venza Crossover SUV Trims & Features

The Venza was designed by Toyota to act as the ultimate crossover between a luxury five seater family sedan and an up-market SUV and they have appeared to succeeded at least as far as looks, functionality, drivability and ride comfort are concerned. Toyota have really sharpened their pencils to provide the driver with every conceivable convenience and area of comfort that could be expected in a vehicle of its class.

Standard equipment in the Toyota Venza SUV takes in integrated fog lamps, power windows, power mirrors, variable intermittent windshield wipers for front and rear windows , remote keyless entry system, tilting-/telescoping adjustable steering wheel, heavy duty carbon fiber accented fabric upholstery, reclining rear seats, a user friendly one touch lever folding mechanism for the rear seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, rear personal overhead lamps; rear spoiler , three 12-volt auxiliary power outlets and 19 inch Alloy wheels with P245/55R19 all season tires.

For those who still want more the Toyota Venza offers a list of optional extras including a four-way power adjustable passenger seat. Panoramic sunroof, rear-seat DVD entertainment, and a GPS navigation system, leather-trimmed seats with matching steering wheel, wood grain style trim, backup camera, power operated rear lift gate HID headlights and Toyota's inclusive towing package.

The Toyota Venza's instrument panel is dominated by a larger than life speedometer, accompanied by a tachometer, fuel and temperature gauges and a LED display gear position to round up the picture. Beneath the panel sits a simple center console containing easy touch controls for the Venza's audio system , air conditioning, heating and, the vehicle's all inclusive information center.

Safety features for the 2012 Toyota Venza include seven air bags and active headrests (front), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRAC) systems with a cutoff switch.

Fuel consumption for the Toyota Venza, according to the US EPA averages at 25 miles per gallon with a four cylinder engine fitted, with 21 miles per gallon in the city and 29 miles per gallon on the open road. The six cylinder engine, understandably, burns more fuel averaging 22 miles per gallon, with 18 miles per gallon in the city and 25miles per gallon on the open road being reported in most reviews.

The Subaru Venza appears to be more than holding its own among some tough rivals in its niche, among them the Honda Accord Crosstour, the Subaru Forester, the Nissan Murano, the Ford Edge and the Subaru Outback.