Bro, I just wanted to see the interior to try and visually size it but you had me captivated with the way you explained everything. very clear, very concise and thorough.
I own WENZA LE and have driven more than 12,000 miles. It feels more comfortable and quieter than RAV4. The average fuel consumption is 41.5MPG. I am very satisfied.Thank you for your evaluation and gave me a very important purchase reference!
I get that a lot of reviewers don’t like the touch sensitive controls and lack of radio volume and tuning knobs, but in my Camry I literally never use the knobs. I use the steering wheel buttons. It definitely would not be a dealbreaker.
Test drove the Harrier here in Japan, gasoline FWD model. It was excellent. Very comfortable, very nice to handle, and as said in the review, it doesn't feel like a big car. Which was great.
Thank you Sofyan for a two great reviews on the 2021 Toyota venza tgis one and the other one where you compare it with the lexus 300h . Both of your reviews reviews on the toyota venza made my choice to get one alot easier . I got the blueprint one in the limited trim . And I absolutely love everything about it . I will have to say you are one of the best car reviewers out there and Redline is very lucky to have you . I truly enjoy all your reviews on all the cars you do not just the venza . When it comes to reviewers you are very informative and very knowledgeable with all the vehicles. I hope that sounded OK.
@@normt5463 He did in a previous video. Goes over the interior in more depth. He should have mentioned that and posted a link in this video though. ua-cam.com/video/5adxolr9pYc/v-deo.html
Definitely not gonna buy this one. But I love watching your reviews without any reason. They're so much informative, the words seems so much genuine & I never notice how the 20, 30 & even 40 minutes have been passed ; I just keep watching & waching 😄 Keep up the good work. Love from Bangladesh.
I think it looks like a nice crossover. It seems like Toyota has embraced its partnerships- does anyone else seem some Mazda design language? If the nose was just a little flatter I would swear it is an updated Mazda. Tail end is also Mazda-esqe. Looks great!
Just purchased the 2021 Venza with 54k miles on it. Decided to jump on the hybrid hype to see if it's what the reviewers rave about are true. Still going through my first tank of gas and I commute 90 miles each way to work. Then have a little errands to do around town for the wife. Im terms of comfort and raod behavior it's a ten. Beautiful ride for long commutes as it just soaks up the bumps and road imperfections. Steering is tight without a lot kf movement within the lane. Doesn't wander while cruising with the lane assist and semi autonomous driving mode. Around town it's loose and easy to steer. Brakes are fine. Easy enough to learn. I'll report back with the final mpg when my half a tank runs dry.
I'm back. Went through two tanks of gas already and this last one came out to 42 mpg on ECO mode. Fulled up at Costco 9 gallons to the tune of $35 and some change total miles was 380. Got me wondering about it's discontinuation and why. I see the Chevy Equinox, Ford Escape and other smaller suv out and maybe part of the reason Toyota wanted to go with the Crown was to differentiate itself styling wise from thst crowded vehicle market? Also maybe it was nipping at the NX heels. But Lexus has a habit of stealing everything from Toyota and make it more posh leaving nothing else for Toyota except the Highlander and Rav4. Even there Lexus has cannibalized Toyota. Toyota needs something other than two suv's without Lexus stealing from them.
If you get the LE and the XLE with the smaller 8 inch screen. You will get more hard buttons and knobs for the radio and for the air and heat and fan controls.
I've had the 2022 Venza XLE for 2 months now and I'm loving it. On my shortlist, I had Venza, Rav4 Hybrid, Tucson Hybrid and CX-5. I ultimately went with the Venza partly due to immediate availability compared to Rav4 Hybrid. Great MPG, pretty good acceleration, quite comfortable. The only gripe I have is with interior storage, not plenty of it. The price is a bit high, but I definitely think it's worth it. No buyers remorse
How’s the road noise in there? I heard one review that said there was some road noise in it. I haven’t heard that complaint a lot, but it was from a pretty good reviewer.
Everyone should wait for the next version of this. They'll add stuff like fog lights and knobs in their climate control. You can tell they plan to add these features bc the fog lights placement for example are there but there's no lights they need a reason for you to buy their latest model
The fog light cutouts are there because they’re offered on the Toyota Harrier. They just didn’t bring them to the US, for what reason I do not know. But who really uses fog lights? I’ve never had a car with fog lights and have never wished I had them.
@@evandanielsson1347 Depends on where you live, if you live in a more urban area or city you don't need fog lights, but people living in higher altitudes as well as country side are more likely to need fog lights
What they need to add is towing capability. The RAV4 Hybrid is officially rated to tow about 1,800 pounds, and the Highlander Hybrid can tow 3,500 pounds. Why didn't Toyota rate this Venza to tow? What good is a crossover/SUV if it can't pull anything?
Selling my 2018 Highlander Platinum for this seriously can't wait to order one in Ruby Flare Pearl. I'm honestly shocked at how cheap it was I was expecting a fully loaded limited to be closer to 47.
It's a Toyota, it's an SUV, and it's a hybrid, so it'll most likely sell for above MSRP and that's if you can find one without putting a deposit in for a months-long waitlist. In my area, the lowest finance rate on the RAV4 Hybrid rn is 4.99%, no cash incentives and an overall lack of inventory. I wouldn't be surprised if the Limited models actually sell for 47k in the first few months.
@hiroshima thompson I've been paying for 6 months and moving across the country but sure keep going 😂 the only reason I didn't buy a Palisade 6 months ago was the 6 month waiting list.
Surprised Sofyan didn't mention that. Not only confirmed less cargo space then RAV4 but smaller leg and headroom too. Lastly Venza has no tow rating whatsoever. Big disappointments, otherwise an excellent vehicle.
@@James-il3tq That's the main distinction between this and the Rav4, Toyota is trying to make that model more rugged and capable, and this is more of a comfortable cruiser, this is also smaller, and helps fill the gap between the C-HR and the Rav4.
I would go with a Limited RAV over this for the simple fact it has regular controls for climate. I cannot stand touch controls like that. Other than that, interior seems fine.
Hugh MacIsaac yeah all that is great till the lens is covered in snow or obscured by fog or you’re too close to the bumper to see the direction the bulbs are flashing especially when most people aren’t accustomed to looking down at a bumper to see where a turn signal is.
The HRV still uses the R18 from the Civic 15 years ago. Doesn't make sense that the HRV came out when Honda just started offering the K20 and turbo L15 in the Civics.
@@bbtubi 🤣🤣🤣 American manufacturing is crap. 6 months into owning my 2020 RAV4 and I get a recall saying that my engine block may have been poorly machined and that it could stall and catch on fire while driving. Thankfully it wasn't affected. Thank you Woodstock Ontario for doing it right 👍🏻
I test-drove a Lexus 300h hybrid a year ago. Once I hit the road, it was so silent, UNTIL I hit the gas pedal, and then the engine ROARED into life with nauseating noise. I got so turned off. SO: when I am in the market for a new car in 2021 (likely a 2022 model) it will be an EV and NOT A HYBRID. We own a 2018 Tesla Model 3, and it takes off like a rocket in dead silence..incredible! At age 70 I am delighted to have driven such an EV in my lifetime! :) Oh, and FYI: a leading Auto Lease company is advising against buying a Plug-In Hybrid as they are *not* as economical as they claim. Addendum: Test drove a Venza yesterday. Engine roar during acceleration, along with kind of sluggish pickup, was typical of a hybrid. But what really turned me off was: at 70 mph the WIND NOISE was bad. And the car swayed in the wind like a boat in choppy water! We returned the car to the dealer and left. Duh.
5:28 "I just do it for demonstration purposes." Well, I just do it for "purposely purpose" to get away from other cars on the road because most drivers around town are yakking on the phone, texting the whole world, doing drugs, make up, eating, smoking, drinking.....the correct answer is "D"-All the above. Or the alternative answer: Check all that apply. Good job describing the driving dynamics. Thanks.
2021 Venza nice exterior & interior styling. One thing I don't like is the rear turn signals are so low. Would look better integrated in regular taillight cluster. At least its amber/orange in color. Slainte' ! Cheers !
As much as I like the new Venza (and my 17 Toyota Camry Hybrid), I just reserved my 2022 Fisker Ocean! After I pay it off, that is my last gas powered car. 💚👍🏽🙌🏽
I've just test drove one. PRO: - I like the exterior. - Great acceleration 0-30mph CON: - The regenerative braking kicked in when I wanted to coast felt like I suddenly hit the brakes making them feel grabby - Hate the noisy engine under acceleration - Lacks power above 30mph+ - noisy CVT under acceleration (rpm revs high) - CVT requires more frequent maintenance and doesn't last as long - panormaic glass roof does not open
I have the 2021 venza limited and luv it. However i noticed u test drive on a very smooth road and this car makes a horrible noise that has to do with the traction, sounds like the engine is falling out!!! Would like to see that issue addressed.
A cut-price Lexus... its based on the RAV4 platform and mechanicals. Seems like the Camry vs the more upmarket Avalon. Styling of the Venza *aka Harrier in the JDM* is elegant, where the RAV4 is more butch. That opaque pano roof is AWESOMENESS. Thanks for the upload! Well-done as always 😎
Lovely design but here are some concerns. 1. It's larger than a RAV4 but has less cargo room than on the inside. Three inches shorter than the old Venza. It's billed as being bigger than the RAV4 but smaller than the Highlander. They should increase the wheelbase to give more backseat/ cargo room. 2. Less headroom than a RAV4, and even less with the sunroof. Make it taller. 3. Would prefer a moonroof (opens to the elements) than a sunroof with the glass that frosts on/ off. The frosting would be cooler if it darkened, rather than just frosted. Combine a moonroof with darkened frosting and you have a winner. 4. Lower the infotainment system and integrate it into the dashboard instead of the stuck-on tablet style. 5. No volume knob on the larger 12.3” screen. Huge mistake, just ask Honda. 6. Shiny black plastic is just a fingerprint magnet. Use something else that won't show prints and get easily scratched up. 7. The rear turn signal lights are integrated into the bumper and are **too** low. 8. Offer it as a plug-in hybrid. Supposedly, they were waiting to see how the RAV4 Prime would sell and it's poised to be hugely successful as a PHEV. 9. Don't like the touch-sensitive controls in the dashboard. 10. Climate controls change the temperature 1 degree each time you press, unless you press and hold. Use knobs instead; they're faster. 11. With tax, it would be close to $60K in Canada.
Overall nice update. I personally don't like the way many manufacturers are making thin strip brake lights. I want people behind me to see my brake lights. Needless to say those turn signals are way out of place. Don't like placement at all.
Hey Sofyan are you doing a review on the white 2020 Sentra SR you posted on ista? I'd love to see another review even though you have one but that was on a media trip. You also got a TON of likes on those posts so people are interested in it.
Regarding the "lack" of a tach, you might find it on the options in the "multi-informational display" (MID). I got an Avalon Hybrid a few months ago, and I'm still playing with all the controls. There's a tach there after all.
I've owned a 2009 Venza, loved it v6 20" wheels sexy looking vehicle, bought a 2015 absolutely loved it. Now i lease a 2018 Camry xse v6 even more fun, but for the great features it has shortcomings, like no heated steering wheel (canadian) infotain system a joke, no memory seats, Venza did, almost didn't buy the car on that one ( i"m big and seat retracts automatic) Has more than enough power, just doesn't sound like it. Don't even start on the TRD SE, not an XSE. not even close. Thinking about upgrading to Lexus, but they need to start upgrading and so i wait and see what's coming maybe next year a xse Venza maybe. In the mean time having blast driving my 2018 xse use the paddles all the time. Infotain system is being replaced with upgraded Android Auto, so maybe i'll just buy it out and install that fancy cat back exhaust. Then it will sound as fast as it is. Oh and by the way I'm sixty and never even notice Soyfan is gay, short yes, jealous of the ultimate job , you bet. Keep up the good reviews Soyfan.
I just saw your 2020 OUTBACK onyx XT and this video. If you were to buy, at the end of the day, and with all that you know, which one would you go for?
Toyota needs to add the Fog Lights to the holes in the lower fascia just like the Rav 4 and Highlander. Even the Corolla Hatchback comes with Fog Lights. Major disappointment since the Venza is touted to be the "Lexus Upgrade Version of the RAV 4. I'd like to buy a 2022 if they add the Fog Lights that should have been included on the 2021 model.
We pick up ours 3 days ago is a XLE trim and so far so good. We trade in a 2017 4Runner limited as we don’t need that bigger vehicle anymore and also we are shooting for those fuel savings the hybrid gives .
greetings friend excellent video I wanted to know the camera you have in the car what is the name of the brand I want to buy it I liked the 2 you had installed
It's a Toyota, it's an SUV, and it's a hybrid, so it'll most likely sell for above MSRP and that's if you can find one without putting a deposit in for a months-long waitlist. In my area, the lowest finance rate on the RAV4 Hybrid rn is 4.99%, no cash incentives and an overall lack of inventory. I wouldn't be surprised if the Limited models actually sell for 47k in the first few months.
this might be perfect for me...I wonder about headroom/legroom I'm 6'7" and literally can't fit in a RAV4 without ducking....but I love the fuel economy and I wouldn't want something super huge anyway...the only problem now is that it's 40k above my budget, lol
It's not bad to go Hybrid only especially with Toyota's experience. It seems to add to the overall refinement. You are correct, it does make you question, why go up to a Lexus?
It does NOT make you question why to go to Lexus. Go take a seat in a Lexus ES and Lexus LS500 or even the LC500 V8 coupe . There is No question why to go to Lexus.
@@Toyota4Life Have you driven a new Venza yet? If it's significantly cheaper than the comparable Lexus while delivering almost as many features and luxury, it may be a better Bang-for-the-Buck buy. (One reason TO buy the Lexus: if you want to tow something, the Venza is not rated to tow even a single pound.)
a deer ran out and crashed into my passenger side of my brand new camry on a road just like the one you were driving in the beginning of the vid. now i drive very slowly on treelined roads.
Does the Venza have a 'real' first gear like on the Corolla? I drove a new rental Corolla for a week and put 1000 miles on it and ultimately was very satisfied with how it's CVT felt...once you get moving from stop, I didn't really care that the transmission is CVT since it found the power band quickly.
I would have liked to have seen the turbocharged engine from the Lexus NX as an option as well as a front-wheel drive only version. And what's with the sunroof that doesn't open? thanks but no thanks
I love my new 2021 Venza its way better than the older model. I think you are just too critical. It's perfect I have no complaints, its a Toyota they are #1 all the cars I own are all Toyotas.
bought a certified with 11,000 miles, they extended battery warranty to 111,000, it really is a luxury car, fun to drive, and 40 mpg
Bro, I just wanted to see the interior to try and visually size it but you had me captivated with the way you explained everything. very clear, very concise and thorough.
Your reviews are always so good. Well crafted. Just right.
I own WENZA LE and have driven more than 12,000 miles. It feels more comfortable and quieter than RAV4. The average fuel consumption is 41.5MPG. I am very satisfied.Thank you for your evaluation and gave me a very important purchase reference!
How is the car with you till now?
I get that a lot of reviewers don’t like the touch sensitive controls and lack of radio volume and tuning knobs, but in my Camry I literally never use the knobs. I use the steering wheel buttons. It definitely would not be a dealbreaker.
Test drove the Harrier here in Japan, gasoline FWD model. It was excellent. Very comfortable, very nice to handle, and as said in the review, it doesn't feel like a big car. Which was great.
I test drove the Venza the other day and I loved it
Thank you Sofyan for a two great reviews on the 2021 Toyota venza tgis one and the other one where you compare it with the lexus 300h . Both of your reviews reviews on the toyota venza made my choice to get one alot easier . I got the blueprint one in the limited trim . And I absolutely love everything about it . I will have to say you are one of the best car reviewers out there and Redline is very lucky to have you . I truly enjoy all your reviews on all the cars you do not just the venza . When it comes to reviewers you are very informative and very knowledgeable with all the vehicles. I hope that sounded OK.
And this is why I always check out Redline Reviews, always openminded review. C/D rendered the Venza useless in their review.
Thanks. You're one of my favorite auto reviewers
Your reviews are so good. Your chores and opinions are well balanced and the richness of your info is too good 😍
His talk is predictable at best
*2022 Venza: “Toyota has brought back the volume knob”*
Time traveler lol.
@@RealTalk532 😂😂
Notice he did not sit in the back seat with pano roof?
@@normt5463 He did in a previous video. Goes over the interior in more depth. He should have mentioned that and posted a link in this video though. ua-cam.com/video/5adxolr9pYc/v-deo.html
Not on the Limited. That is a touch screen.
I am really considering this one...Checks all the boxes for me. Moving from a 2015 Lexus IS 350 so I will lose some power, but this ride seems nice.
That venza can accelerate from 0 to 60 in under 7 seconds..so the acceleration is not that bad.it’s actually quick.
I really got the Jag vibe in the back!
Definitely not gonna buy this one. But I love watching your reviews without any reason. They're so much informative, the words seems so much genuine & I never notice how the 20, 30 & even 40 minutes have been passed ; I just keep watching & waching 😄
Keep up the good work. Love from Bangladesh.
It's a RAV4, for people who prefer smoother, softer styling.
I like the one with the dark gray and brown interior.. It looks more upscale inside.
I think it looks like a nice crossover. It seems like Toyota has embraced its partnerships- does anyone else seem some Mazda design language? If the nose was just a little flatter I would swear it is an updated Mazda. Tail end is also Mazda-esqe. Looks great!
I deserves a Lexus badge! Great video.
Time to trade in my 2019 Camry XSE for this. Finally the venza is back and its cheap compared to the competition.
Daniel G as nice as the venza is I’m still keeping the 2020 Camry v6 because I want a v6 long term
hiroshima thompson it’s not the note they want
Nah. The XSE looks sexy
Toyota4Life agreed.
U never getting outta debt
Frosted roof from the start 😍 ❄️
Just purchased the 2021 Venza with 54k miles on it. Decided to jump on the hybrid hype to see if it's what the reviewers rave about are true. Still going through my first tank of gas and I commute 90 miles each way to work. Then have a little errands to do around town for the wife.
Im terms of comfort and raod behavior it's a ten. Beautiful ride for long commutes as it just soaks up the bumps and road imperfections.
Steering is tight without a lot kf movement within the lane. Doesn't wander while cruising with the lane assist and semi autonomous driving mode. Around town it's loose and easy to steer.
Brakes are fine. Easy enough to learn.
I'll report back with the final mpg when my half a tank runs dry.
I'm back.
Went through two tanks of gas already and this last one came out to 42 mpg on ECO mode. Fulled up at Costco 9 gallons to the tune of $35 and some change total miles was 380.
Got me wondering about it's discontinuation and why. I see the Chevy Equinox, Ford Escape and other smaller suv out and maybe part of the reason Toyota wanted to go with the Crown was to differentiate itself styling wise from thst crowded vehicle market? Also maybe it was nipping at the NX heels. But Lexus has a habit of stealing everything from Toyota and make it more posh leaving nothing else for Toyota except the Highlander and Rav4. Even there Lexus has cannibalized Toyota.
Toyota needs something other than two suv's without Lexus stealing from them.
I appreciate your objective point of view ! Thanks !
If you get the LE and the XLE with the smaller 8 inch screen. You will get more hard buttons and knobs for the radio and for the air and heat and fan controls.
I've had the 2022 Venza XLE for 2 months now and I'm loving it. On my shortlist, I had Venza, Rav4 Hybrid, Tucson Hybrid and CX-5. I ultimately went with the Venza partly due to immediate availability compared to Rav4 Hybrid.
Great MPG, pretty good acceleration, quite comfortable. The only gripe I have is with interior storage, not plenty of it. The price is a bit high, but I definitely think it's worth it. No buyers remorse
How’s the road noise in there? I heard one review that said there was some road noise in it. I haven’t heard that complaint a lot, but it was from a pretty good reviewer.
@@oldschoolwarrior There is some road noise, about the same as my previous car which was a BMW X5. It's a pretty nice and quiet ride.
Everyone should wait for the next version of this. They'll add stuff like fog lights and knobs in their climate control. You can tell they plan to add these features bc the fog lights placement for example are there but there's no lights they need a reason for you to buy their latest model
The fog light cutouts are there because they’re offered on the Toyota Harrier. They just didn’t bring them to the US, for what reason I do not know. But who really uses fog lights? I’ve never had a car with fog lights and have never wished I had them.
@@evandanielsson1347 Depends on where you live, if you live in a more urban area or city you don't need fog lights, but people living in higher altitudes as well as country side are more likely to need fog lights
The front end doesn’t look that good... pause
What they need to add is towing capability. The RAV4 Hybrid is officially rated to tow about 1,800 pounds, and the Highlander Hybrid can tow 3,500 pounds. Why didn't Toyota rate this Venza to tow? What good is a crossover/SUV if it can't pull anything?
JBM425 I don’t think many people that have these will be towing
Such a plush, elegant car
Great review as always thx for all the great review🙏😀😀😀😀
I have a 2020 Camry se hybrid and it has paddle shifters and in 3 months I’ve never used em 😂😂
Lazy
I have the XSE v6 and I absolutely love it. I too have never used the paddle shifters and in over 7 months I haven’t touched them 😂
Toyota's paddles are a gimmick and not fun. Drive the Alfa Romeo Stelvia and you'll see a world of difference in fun.
mrpmj00 definitely but also a big difference in reliability 😂. And not in a good way
I have a ‘13 SE with paddle shifters and used them like once or twice. Feels fake and weird to me shrugs
That double sunroof though....WOOW!
Fake sunroof. Doesn’t move at all
Selling my 2018 Highlander Platinum for this seriously can't wait to order one in Ruby Flare Pearl.
I'm honestly shocked at how cheap it was I was expecting a fully loaded limited to be closer to 47.
It's a Toyota, it's an SUV, and it's a hybrid, so it'll most likely sell for above MSRP and that's if you can find one without putting a deposit in for a months-long waitlist. In my area, the lowest finance rate on the RAV4 Hybrid rn is 4.99%, no cash incentives and an overall lack of inventory. I wouldn't be surprised if the Limited models actually sell for 47k in the first few months.
The hybrid system goin make repairs expensive if u keep it for more then 10 years I would keep the v6 highlander easily gonna go 200K
@@andersonrodriguez8258 doesn't sound like OP is the type of person to keep a car that long.
so you're downgrading from a larger more capable car to a smaller one? its apples and oranges, so not sure why it being "cheaper" shocks you.
@hiroshima thompson I've been paying for 6 months and moving across the country but sure keep going 😂 the only reason I didn't buy a Palisade 6 months ago was the 6 month waiting list.
1:59 Because it’s really not! The Venza is actually smaller on the inside than the RAV4, and it’s increase in length is purely body styling.
Surprised Sofyan didn't mention that. Not only confirmed less cargo space then RAV4 but smaller leg and headroom too. Lastly Venza has no tow rating whatsoever. Big disappointments, otherwise an excellent vehicle.
James Save money and get a RAV4.
Very, very minor difference according to Alex on Auto's
@@James-il3tq That's the main distinction between this and the Rav4, Toyota is trying to make that model more rugged and capable, and this is more of a comfortable cruiser, this is also smaller, and helps fill the gap between the C-HR and the Rav4.
@@davidschultz29 It's a pretty big cargo space difference.
I would go with a Limited RAV over this for the simple fact it has regular controls for climate. I cannot stand touch controls like that. Other than that, interior seems fine.
Also think I would like the Rav more as well.
I am considering for the hud and a few other things rav 4 doesn’t offer
LE Venza has knobs
I hate how these manufacturers are putting the turn signals in the bumper now.
Looks horrible.
Its a deal breaker for me :/ I don't know why they think its a good idea
Hugh MacIsaac yeah all that is great till the lens is covered in snow or obscured by fog or you’re too close to the bumper to see the direction the bulbs are flashing especially when most people aren’t accustomed to looking down at a bumper to see where a turn signal is.
@Czlowiek Znikad don’t drive so close to us.
@Czlowiek Znikad exactly
Honestly, it's not bad looking at all. Might trade in my HR-V...
Good choice
The HRV still uses the R18 from the Civic 15 years ago. Doesn't make sense that the HRV came out when Honda just started offering the K20 and turbo L15 in the Civics.
That would be a major upgrade
@@asdfghjqwertyu1858 it has been tried and true. No issues since 2015 👍
HR-Vex The engine did have issues with the engine block from 2006 to 2009 civics, but since then it was fixed and has no issues since.
Not an endless money pit
the 1993 toyota camry is the only car in history ever recalled for being too reliable lol
Je Suis Un Ananas that 2.2 engine is the best
Ameer K because we value our money
Ameer K your profile pic is a Lexus so it’s obvious that you value your money too
Manufactured in Japan!? I like!!!!!
American quality is better
bb tubi 🤣🤣🤣🤭🤭
@@bbtubi
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American manufacturing is crap. 6 months into owning my 2020 RAV4 and I get a recall saying that my engine block may have been poorly machined and that it could stall and catch on fire while driving. Thankfully it wasn't affected. Thank you Woodstock Ontario for doing it right 👍🏻
Scotty Kilmer approves if it's made in Japan 😂
@@bbtubi no. No it is not.
I test-drove a Lexus 300h hybrid a year ago. Once I hit the road, it was so silent, UNTIL I hit the gas pedal, and then the engine ROARED into life with nauseating noise. I got so turned off. SO: when I am in the market for a new car in 2021 (likely a 2022 model) it will be an EV and NOT A HYBRID. We own a 2018 Tesla Model 3, and it takes off like a rocket in dead silence..incredible! At age 70 I am delighted to have driven such an EV in my lifetime! :) Oh, and FYI: a leading Auto Lease company is advising against buying a Plug-In Hybrid as they are *not* as economical as they claim.
Addendum: Test drove a Venza yesterday. Engine roar during acceleration, along with kind of sluggish pickup, was typical of a hybrid. But what really turned me off was: at 70 mph the WIND NOISE was bad. And the car swayed in the wind like a boat in choppy water! We returned the car to the dealer and left. Duh.
The back looks like a jaguar F pace. Sporty and elegant. I love it!
More like an rx
5:28 "I just do it for demonstration purposes." Well, I just do it for "purposely purpose" to get away from other cars on the road because most drivers around town are yakking on the phone, texting the whole world, doing drugs, make up, eating, smoking, drinking.....the correct answer is "D"-All the above. Or the alternative answer: Check all that apply. Good job describing the driving dynamics. Thanks.
When I first saw it, I said it was a glorified RAV 4. Thanks for confirming it.
Most claim it to be a thrifty NX350h. AT a $14k savings I agree. and the RAV4 is like driving a shipping container.
2021 Venza nice exterior & interior styling. One thing I don't like is the rear turn signals are so low. Would look better integrated in regular taillight cluster. At least its amber/orange in color. Slainte' ! Cheers !
It looks like a jaguar f pace from the back and I’m also looking for best commuter car so I’m definitely getting a venza limited
But this one looks just like 2013 toyota harrier.. not much different, if i recall harrier came out first than f pace
I have the 2011 Venza. Love it...but I would love one of these too. Just too pricey for me.
As much as I like the new Venza (and my 17 Toyota Camry Hybrid), I just reserved my 2022 Fisker Ocean! After I pay it off, that is my last gas powered car. 💚👍🏽🙌🏽
Redline & Alex are in sync.
I've just test drove one.
PRO:
- I like the exterior.
- Great acceleration 0-30mph
CON:
- The regenerative braking kicked in when I wanted to coast
felt like I suddenly hit the brakes
making them feel grabby
- Hate the noisy engine under acceleration
- Lacks power above 30mph+
- noisy CVT under acceleration (rpm revs high)
- CVT requires more frequent maintenance and doesn't last as
long
- panormaic glass roof does not open
You hit everything on the nail🙌🏾👌🏾
The transmission is an eCVT which really isn’t a transmission, and it’s been in use by Toyota for many years and they are very reliable.
2:30 Damn that's a rich paint color up close.
I love your video...thanks for giving us the first look and drive!
"I can barely feel the extra six inches".....bwahahahahha...yes I'm a child
I cast a sideways glance when I heard that, as well.
Thats what she said
Cue a dude perfect reaction lol
@@b-roc-au With Sofyan it's what he said 🙉
LoL! If I could get another six inches, it wouldn't be in the trunk.
I'm sure his buddy is happy to hear that he has no trouble noticing the extra 6 inches.
i loove your reviews..fast and accurate..also our preferences for woman as mpg, colors, warranty etc
It has a nice comfortable ride considering the large wheels.
LOL, "Business Loan" call rejected at 4:24
I have the 2021 venza limited and luv it. However i noticed u test drive on a very smooth road and this car makes a horrible noise that has to do with the traction, sounds like the engine is falling out!!! Would like to see that issue addressed.
A cut-price Lexus... its based on the RAV4 platform and mechanicals. Seems like the Camry vs the more upmarket Avalon. Styling of the Venza *aka Harrier in the JDM* is elegant, where the RAV4 is more butch. That opaque pano roof is AWESOMENESS. Thanks for the upload! Well-done as always 😎
Lovely design but here are some concerns.
1. It's larger than a RAV4 but has less cargo room than on the inside. Three inches shorter than the old Venza. It's billed as being bigger than the RAV4 but smaller than the Highlander. They should increase the wheelbase to give more backseat/ cargo room.
2. Less headroom than a RAV4, and even less with the sunroof. Make it taller.
3. Would prefer a moonroof (opens to the elements) than a sunroof with the glass that frosts on/ off. The frosting would be cooler if it darkened, rather than just frosted. Combine a moonroof with darkened frosting and you have a winner.
4. Lower the infotainment system and integrate it into the dashboard instead of the stuck-on tablet style.
5. No volume knob on the larger 12.3” screen. Huge mistake, just ask Honda.
6. Shiny black plastic is just a fingerprint magnet. Use something else that won't show prints and get easily scratched up.
7. The rear turn signal lights are integrated into the bumper and are **too** low.
8. Offer it as a plug-in hybrid. Supposedly, they were waiting to see how the RAV4 Prime would sell and it's poised to be hugely successful as a PHEV.
9. Don't like the touch-sensitive controls in the dashboard.
10. Climate controls change the temperature 1 degree each time you press, unless you press and hold. Use knobs instead; they're faster.
11. With tax, it would be close to $60K in Canada.
Great review, headed for a test drive!
"I barely feel the extra 6 inches ".......
Michael scott: "😐 that's what she said!!!🙂"
I came to the comments just to see if anyone else noticed that
Overall nice update. I personally don't like the way many manufacturers are making thin strip brake lights. I want people behind me to see my brake lights. Needless to say those turn signals are way out of place. Don't like placement at all.
Hey Sofyan are you doing a review on the white 2020 Sentra SR you posted on ista? I'd love to see another review even though you have one but that was on a media trip. You also got a TON of likes on those posts so people are interested in it.
Yes! We just finished filming it today. Will probably go live next week or so! Stay tuned!
Redline Reviews Awesome sauce
Looking forward to it!😎
i know this is nit picking but i wish the pano sunroof would gently or slowly fade between tint or no tint. I feel that make it more premium
A very nice vehicle.......only wish it was a little larger.
Is there a dashcam built into the rearview mirror like in the JDM?
Why did they delete the fog lights for the North American market?
Good questions. Especially the fog lights. What's up with that?
Most likely the fog light will be a $500 option. Heheh
Who ever uses them?
There is no fog here.
I like it! Can’t go wrong with Toyota.
Venza is nice, but I'd only get the LE due to the better info interface
This looks amazing
I like your sunglasses 😎
Regarding the "lack" of a tach, you might find it on the options in the "multi-informational display" (MID). I got an Avalon Hybrid a few months ago, and I'm still playing with all the controls. There's a tach there after all.
The only reason i will choose the all new NX over this is because, the lexus will have more horsepower, volume knob, and a slightly quality interior
I've owned a 2009 Venza, loved it v6 20" wheels sexy looking vehicle, bought a 2015 absolutely loved it. Now i lease a 2018 Camry xse v6 even more fun, but for the great features it has shortcomings, like no heated steering wheel (canadian) infotain system a joke, no memory seats, Venza did, almost didn't buy the car on that one ( i"m big and seat retracts automatic) Has more than enough power, just doesn't sound like it. Don't even start on the TRD SE, not an XSE. not even close. Thinking about upgrading to Lexus, but they need to start upgrading and so i wait and see what's coming maybe next year a xse Venza maybe. In the mean time having blast driving my 2018 xse use the paddles all the time. Infotain system is being replaced with upgraded Android Auto, so maybe i'll just buy it out and install that fancy cat back exhaust. Then it will sound as fast as it is. Oh and by the way I'm sixty and never even notice Soyfan is gay, short yes, jealous of the ultimate job , you bet. Keep up the good reviews Soyfan.
Size matters.
That's what I always told my husband.
In Japan, you can buy a Harrier for starting from $27,900.
Awesome ride on Toyota venza hybrid 😀👍🧡😀💚❤
I just saw your 2020 OUTBACK onyx XT and this video. If you were to buy, at the end of the day, and with all that you know, which one would you go for?
Toyota needs to add the Fog Lights to the holes in the lower fascia just like the Rav 4 and Highlander. Even the Corolla Hatchback comes with Fog Lights. Major disappointment since the Venza is touted to be the "Lexus Upgrade Version of the RAV 4. I'd like to buy a 2022 if they add the Fog Lights that should have been included on the 2021 model.
2022 Limited has fog lights.
We pick up ours 3 days ago is a XLE trim and so far so good. We trade in a 2017 4Runner limited as we don’t need that bigger vehicle anymore and also we are shooting for those fuel savings the hybrid gives .
greetings friend excellent video I wanted to know the camera you have in the car what is the name of the brand I want to buy it I liked the 2 you had installed
It's a Toyota, it's an SUV, and it's a hybrid, so it'll most likely sell for above MSRP and that's if you can find one without putting a deposit in for a months-long waitlist. In my area, the lowest finance rate on the RAV4 Hybrid rn is 4.99%, no cash incentives and an overall lack of inventory. I wouldn't be surprised if the Limited models actually sell for 47k in the first few months.
Volume may be a touch loud here and there. Solid content. Thank you.
Love this, but I’d hoped they’d have heated rear seats.
Why lol?
this might be perfect for me...I wonder about headroom/legroom I'm 6'7" and literally can't fit in a RAV4 without ducking....but I love the fuel economy and I wouldn't want something super huge anyway...the only problem now is that it's 40k above my budget, lol
What is the good lease deal for this car (venza limited) after taxes and fees
toyota really stepping their game up this is nice.. too bad i just recently purchased a lexus i cant get this one ugh
Trade in
It's not bad to go Hybrid only especially with Toyota's experience. It seems to add to the overall refinement. You are correct, it does make you question, why go up to a Lexus?
It does NOT make you question why to go to Lexus. Go take a seat in a Lexus ES and Lexus LS500 or even the LC500 V8 coupe . There is No question why to go to Lexus.
@@Toyota4Life Agree, I have had 2 Lexi's and love them both. Interiors are first class, as it the dealer experience, warranty
and bragging rights.
Cuz it’s a lexus, that L logo is worth $5000, plus all the real leather and stuff
@@Toyota4Life Have you driven a new Venza yet? If it's significantly cheaper than the comparable Lexus while delivering almost as many features and luxury, it may be a better Bang-for-the-Buck buy. (One reason TO buy the Lexus: if you want to tow something, the Venza is not rated to tow even a single pound.)
Toyota Harrier has always been Toyota's premium product such as Crown or Alphard.
Ooh I want to test drive this.
The rear cargo lift over height is 4" taller than the RAV4!
I need a Lexus RX with this kind of MPG
It's coming 🙌
The old Venza was built in America, now it's back in Japan
a deer ran out and crashed into my passenger side of my brand new camry on a road just like the one you were driving in the beginning of the vid. now i drive very slowly on treelined roads.
It feels and looks like an LEXUS LX HYBRID.
Does the Venza have a 'real' first gear like on the Corolla? I drove a new rental Corolla for a week and put 1000 miles on it and ultimately was very satisfied with how it's CVT felt...once you get moving from stop, I didn't really care that the transmission is CVT since it found the power band quickly.
Toyota needs a SE and XSE or Touring trim on the venza, give the battery more power and give it a sportyish suspension
Sport SUV is like an athlete training to a runner that runs with high heels.
I would have liked to have seen the turbocharged engine from the Lexus NX as an option as well as a front-wheel drive only version. And what's with the sunroof that doesn't open? thanks but no thanks
Lexus is their premium brand.
If they turbocharge the Toyota, where will the differentiation be?
I love my new 2021 Venza its way better than the older model. I think you are just too critical. It's perfect I have no complaints, its a Toyota they are #1 all the cars I own are all Toyotas.
The old venza also had a 2.7 four cylinder.
Im still driving mine 1st gen based on camry model..the deaign is one of the best i have seen.
Any price updates for 🇨🇦 market?
Nice review once again.
Stalker?
Volume and tuning knob on the steering wheel works better. You don’t have to take your hands off the wheel
👍True! 😊
That's what I do on my 2009 Venza. ⚘
“I had trouble noticing those extra 6 inches” lmao 🤣 😂 what she said.
it's 2020, that's what he said as well
flashbang217 if that’s how you roll, more power to you!