2021 Toyota Venza
Toyota Venza Details
L4, 2.5L; DOHC 16V
Blizzard Pearl
AWD
Gasoline
120,170 Miles
Black
MJ081107
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Cloth
Estimated Payment
$0 / month
About This 2021 Toyota Venza
Experience the perfect blend of style, technology, and versatility with this 2021 Toyota Venza XLE, now available at Toyota of Fort Walton Beach. Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price and boasting CARFAX One-Owner history, this Venza XLE offers confidence, comfort, and efficiency in one sophisticated AWD crossover. Its all-wheel-drive system and electronic stability control deliver precise handling in a variety of driving conditions, while active cruise control adds convenience on longer journeys.Inside, the Venza XLE cabin is thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience. Heated front bucket seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a leather-trimmed steering wheel create a premium driving environment, while the power-adjustable driver seat with memory ensures every ride is tailored to you. The interior is complemented by a power liftgate, illuminated entry, and an intuitive Audio Plus system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and SiriusXM for seamless connectivity and entertainment.Safety and reliability are at the core of every Toyota, with features like ABS brakes, brake assist, multiple airbags, traction control, and Toyota Safety Connect with a one-year trial. The sleek exterior is highlighted by 19-inch alloy wheels, chrome accents, and fully automatic LED headlights, giving this Venza a confident and modern presence on the road.At Toyota of Fort Walton Beach, we make buying simple and transparent. We base our pricing on extensive market research within a 500-mile radius, ensuring this 2021 Toyota Venza XLE AWD is competitively priced according to its condition and history. After your test drive, ask your product specialist for a detailed market analysis comparing it to similar vehicles in the region. If you find a like vehicle for less, well explain the differenceor match the price.Visit Toyota of Fort Walton Beach today to see why the 2021 Toyota Venza XLE AWD stands out as a stylish, reliable, and versatile choice in the midsize crossover segment.
Features & Options
- 6 Speakers
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Radio data system
- Radio: Audio Plus
- Air Conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Front dual zone A/C
- Rear window defroster
- Memory seat
- Power driver seat
- Power steering
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Speed-sensing steering
- Traction control
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- ABS brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Emergency communication system: Safety Connect with 1-year trial
- Front anti-roll bar
- Knee airbag
- Low tire pressure warning
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Power Liftgate
- Brake assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear
- Auto High-beam Headlights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Panic alarm
- Active Cruise Control
- Speed control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Power door mirrors
- Roof rack: rails only
- Spoiler
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front reading lights
- Garage door transmitter: HomeLink
- Illuminated entry
- Leather Shift Knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Outside temperature display
- Overhead console
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Rear seat center armrest
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trip computer
- Fabric Seat Trim
- Front Bucket Seats
- Front Center Armrest
- Heated Front Bucket Seats
- Heated front seats
- Split folding rear seat
- Passenger door bin
- Alloy wheels
- Chrome wheels
- Wheels: 7 x 19 Alloy
- Rear window wiper
- Variably intermittent wipers
- Axle Ratio: TBD
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2021 Toyota Venza Limited Review
I kind of like it when automakers revive dormant nameplates. And these days, it seems like everything is being rebooted so why not the Venza? It hasn’t seen a new car showroom in 6 years and now it’s back with its general purpose still intact but with a modern twist; a hybrid powertrain that doubles its MPGs in city driving.Toyota sells 4 crossovers and 3 SUVs ranging in price from the low $30ks to the high $80ks. And though 2 of those can be specified as a hybrid this is the only one that comes exclusively as a hybrid and the lone crossover that’s equipped with standard all-wheel drive. With a starting price of $33,645 including delivery, the Venza slots in between the RAV4 and the Highlander occupying the space of a quasi-midsize 5-seater but in reality its interior dimensions are more compact. Going into my test week I can’t say I was really expecting too much – Toyota has been the target of my criticism of late - which is why I’m so surprised at how well they’ve executed the Venza’s return. It’s as smartly crafted and perfectly positioned as any model in their vast lineup.
In my circles, every time I bring up the fact that I’m driving the new Venza all I hear is that it’s just a fancier RAV4 Hybrid. And fact is they do share the new Toyota platform like several other of their sedans and crossovers. But this is not just badge engineering here. This looks and feels like a completely different vehicle; much more luxurious and upscale. And I’m really digging this Limited grade. I’d say this is the nicest, most modern new Toyota cabin in a long time. There’s still no wireless phone projection but the fit, finish and materials used look and feel authentic and elegant. The head-up display, this huge screen and the cool Star Gaze panoramic roof – this is a really well-appointed and designed interior. The body looks great and I even like the hybrid powertrain here – it’s a good fit.
With a combined 219 horsepower from the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder gas engine and a the electric propulsion motors on each axle working through an electronic CVT, this is a Toyota hybrid special that’s also found in the RAV4, Highlander, Camry and Avalon. And I’ve driven all of them, but the Venza is this powertrain’s most appropriate fitment. It’s smooth, torquey, quiet – when driving it I never wish it wasn’t a hybrid and that’s the highest compliment I can pay any gas-electric vehicle. And another obvious benefit is of course the mileage. The old Venza returned 22mpg. This one is rated at 39 and boasts a 566 mile driving range. What’s not to like about that? The graphical depictions of energy usage are excellent and available in 3 different locations…love it. The modern battery pack resides under the rear seats but doesn’t cramp space, so the Venza feels very accommodating – the size is goldilocks; easy to drive and park yet large enough to get all of your stuff home from the big box stores. Could they have added remote seat levers? Yes. But there is a foot activated liftgate and a vehicle lock button back here. The cabin design and level of features are also impressive and unlike a lot of Toyotas, the Venza delivers an overall experience that supersedes the asking price. With the addition of the Advanced Technology Package which includes a vivid and robust head-up display and the non sequitur pairing of rain sensing wipers, and this new Star Gaze panoramic roof which takes a page out of Mercedes’ playbook by transforming from transparent to frosted at the touch a button, MSRP is $43,100. The over 12” touchscreen looks great and is within easy reach of the driver, it’s layout is customizable for passenger use, there’s this cool perimeter scan camera with an activation button over by your left knee and a Venza-specific, 9-speaker JBL audio system that’s the most powerful ever installed in a Toyota. It sounds especially rich. And though I like the clean look of the Touch capacitive controls, there’s nothing like a good old fashion volume knob. But the steering wheel provides good redundancy for this. The Venza is smart, too like only directing air conditioning to occupied seats and using the navigation system to analyze driving habits to optimize hybrid battery charging.
I’m not a huge fan of the gas-electric hybrid powertrain at this point because it feels like old technology already but Toyota is more bullish on them than any other automaker and I have to say it feels really appropriate here, with that effortless, torquey takeoff and periods of quiet EV motoring. It drives like a premium midsize SUV in every way but at 39mpg. Those empty-nest baby boomers Toyota targeted with the initial Venza will still like this but now its appeal is even greater.
The all-wheel drive system can direct as much as 80% of the available power to the rear wheels and aids in on-road handling. The Venza rides with a comforting smoothness and quietness that’s enhanced by various drive modes including Sport and on the backroads the drive is very assured making it a great day trip vehicle bolstered further by dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure alert with steering assist, auto high beams and road sign assist.
So I’m near the end of my week with the Venza and I’ve been more impressed with it each passing day. As a matter of fact, this is the best Toyota I’ve driven not named Supra in a long, long time. It’s a stellar 5-seat SUV that isn’t plagued by any Toyota penny-pinching. The seats are incredibly comfortable, the driver’s position is perfect, the hybrid actually feels good here and the amenities minus a couple of omissions are spot on for a Limited trim. I’d recommend the Venza all day.
There’s even smart key access on all 4 doors…how about that for Toyota? No matter how you slice it the Venza’s resurrection has been brilliantly accomplished and should experience great success.