Toyota's stylish 2022 Venza is a fuel-efficient offering in the mid-size SUV arena, but it's smaller and less practical than boxier crossovers, some of which cost less money. A 2.5-liter four-cylinder and three electric motors comprise the Venza's all-wheel-drive, hybrid powertrain, which sips fuel better than V-6-powered rivals such as the Honda Passport and the Nissan Murano. Toyota offers a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance features as standard and a host of modern amenities including a slick electrochromic panoramic sunroof are available, too. The Venza's interior is strictly a two-row affair and passenger space is adequate, but buyers will find more rear-seat space in the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Engine Performance
The Venza is offered exclusively as a hybrid, powered by a setup comprised of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gas engine and three electric motors which together develop 219 horsepower. All-wheel drive is standard: One of the electric motors powers the Venza's rear wheels while the gasoline engine and the other two motors work to spin the fronts. During our test drive of the Venza, we found ourselves disappointed by its driving dynamics, and it didn't deliver the smooth and even ride that we expected. At our test track, its acceleration was also mediocre at 7.6 seconds to 60 mph, putting it 1.5 seconds off the pace set by the Passport.
Fuel
The EPA estimates that the Venza will deliver 40 mpg city and 37 mpg highway, which is almost double the ratings of other two-row mid-size SUVs such as the Passport and the Ford Edge. On our 75-mph highway fuel economy test route, we recorded 36 mpg.
Price
LE $34,105
XLE $37,640
Limited $41,595
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