The 2024 all-wheel drive Venza is available in four trim levels LE, XLE, Nightshade and Limited. The Venza is powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine making 176 horsepower and 163 lb.-ft. of torque which is mated to a CVT transmission. When combined with the two electric motors the Venza produces 219 horsepower.
The base LE trim Venza still comes packed with standard features, many of which would be perfectly at home in today's luxury vehicles. Features include an 8-way power adjustable driver's seat, dual-zone automatic climate control with second-row vents, selectable drive modes, an LCD multi-informational display, leather trimmed steering wheel, power tilting and telescoping steering wheel with audio controls, wireless charging pad and side mirrors equipped with turn signals. The standard Display Audio system includes an 8-inch touch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, it has six speakers and can interface with external music devices through an auxiliary audio jack, a USB port or via Bluetooth. Bluetooth can also be used for hands-free telephone calls and phone book access.
XLE Venzas are even better equipped. The front seats are heated while the driver's seat has a memory function, a smart key system with push button start, a power rear liftgate, 12.3-inch touchscreen, a backup camera and an anti-theft system with an alarm and an engine immobilizer.
Limited Venzas include all the standard features of the XLE along with a 9-speaker JBL audio system, head up display, heated steering wheel, 19-inch alloys, ventilated front seats, a navigation system, and surround view cameras.
Safety in the Venza is loaded with safety features including an active lane departure warning with active lane keeping assist, eight airbags, hill start assist, blind spot warning, forward collision mitigation, rear collision warning, pedestrian impact detection and traffic sign information.
The mid-size hybrid Toyota Venza SUV carries over for 2024 with minimal changes.
The Venza offers a standard hybrid powertrain; this midsize crossover all has seating for 5 and plenty of cargo space. With an estimated fuel economy of 40 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway the Venza offers a combination of both power and fuel economy that makes it a competitor in this segment. The Venza competes in this segment with the Chevrolet Blazer, Honda Passport, Subaru Outback and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
