For more than a year, Toyota has been producing not only excellent sedans, crossovers and SUVs, but also cars designed to transport the whole family. The most popular car in this group is the Venza. If earlier the model was a pure station wagon, now restyling has turned it into a kind of crossover. This is especially noticeable in the high fit, large size and stylish appearance. Toyota Venza 2019 will be an ideal option for those people who want to comfortably and quickly travel with the whole family in any direction.

The new body does not look like most of the company's cars. It is quite long and does not have a lot of decorative details. However, this does not prevent the car from looking stylish. In front, you can see an almost flat hood cover, which rises slightly in the central part. At the very end of it flaunts the company badge of Toyota. The muzzle itself is located almost everywhere parallel to the road and only at the end gets a slight slope.

The radiator grill here resembles a trapezoid, but with a cutout at the top. It is completely made of chrome both around the perimeter and inside. Optics closely adjacent to the air intake. It turned out to be triangular, with a good filling with halogens.

The body kit looks a little simpler than the upper part of the bumper. Here you can find a small rectangular cutout that provides even more airflow into the engine compartment. At the very edges there are a couple of small cutouts. They are complemented by round fog lights and also serve to cool the brakes.

From the side, the new model looks rather concise. There is not much relief here, except for enlarged wheel arches and a bloated skirt. The novelty differs from the previous generation in completely redesigned rear-view mirrors, a slightly different glass design, as well as other little things, thanks to which the car noticeably freshened up.

When you look at the photo of the rear bumper, the huge triangular dimensions immediately catch your eye, the tilted glass of the luggage compartment, complemented by a visor, as well as some kind of body kit, on which you can find a metal protective insert, a couple of brake lights and two round pipes of the exhaust system located on different ends of the bumper.

Salon

Even for a person who is not particularly versed in cars, it will become clear that the models worked very hard on the design of the interior decoration. The new Toyota Venza 2019 model year received excellent finishing materials: leather, plastic, wood, good fabric and aluminum. Also, the car was replenished with a solid list of modern options.

The center console begins with a small visor on the dashboard, under which a small on-board computer screen is hidden. This is followed by an already large display for controlling extensive multimedia. Around it, several deflectors and buttons are compactly located. Even lower there was a place for a panel with climate control settings. The tunnel starts very high. This is due to the fact that the designers adhered to the plan to free up as much space as possible for passengers. On it are located: the gear selector, located at the same level as the steering wheel, a hole for things covered with a curtain, two huge cup holders, several more small holes, also hidden behind the shutter, and a long armrest, under which, depending on configuration, a regular or refrigerated glove box is placed.

The steering wheel itself looks very stylish and simple at the same time. There is nothing superfluous on it, and there are only a few buttons on the spokes, with which the driver can easily control the audio systems, telephone and some assistants. The dashboard consists of three round sensors of different diameters, which can be illuminated in a variety of colors. From here, the driver receives a huge amount of useful information for him.

The seats in the car are made in such a way as to provide all passengers with the maximum level of comfort. All seats are made exclusively with good quality leather. Their softness just rolls over - a person seems to be buried in the seat, which has a very good effect on convenience, especially on long trips. They are also complemented by good lateral support, the ability to adjust the position using electric drives and heating. On the second row there is a three-seat sofa with all the above qualities. If necessary, you can fold back the central seat and thus get another tunnel with cup holders.

Specifications

Toyota Venza 2019 will be delivered to Russia with only one power plant, but its characteristics are at a quite high level. It will be a gasoline engine with a volume of three liters and a power of up to 185 forces. She will be assisted by a six-speed robot. A test drive shows that it will be quite expensive to maintain a car, because it eats 12 liters of 95th gasoline each.

Options and prices

The starting price of Toyota Venza 2019 will be 2.2 million. Extended modification is already estimated at 2.6 million. This equipment includes: heating of all seats, parking assistants from all sides, monitoring of blind spots, engine start with a button, voice control, navigation, keyless entry, heated windshield, panoramic roof, three-zone climate system, cruise control with the ability to automatically correct movement along the lane, full leather trim, xenon optics, as well as many other modern systems.

Release date in Russia

Estimated date of appearance of the car on the roads of the world is the third quarter of 2018. The start of sales in Russia should begin closer to 2019.

Competitors

Although this is a station wagon, the car's competitors are crossovers, represented by models such as.

The main country producing Toyota cars is Japan, but with the growing popularity of the concern's products, it became necessary to cover the current demand and open new factories.

So, step by step, Toyota production was established in many countries of the world - France, Great Britain, Indonesia and others. Russia was no exception, where the products of this brand are especially valued.

About Toyota

Toyota began its activity with the manufacture of looms, and only in 1933 a car assembly workshop was opened.

To date, Toyota is the largest corporation producing more than a dozen car models and supplying products to almost all corners of the planet. The main office of the enterprise is based in the city of the same name Toyota.

The Second World War had a negative impact on the work of the company, and production was fully restored only by 1956. A year later, deliveries began to the USA and Brazil, and after another 5 years - to Europe.

By 2007, Toyota has earned the title of the largest automobile manufacturer and to this day successfully holds it.

Certain difficulties arose during the periods of 2008-2009, when, due to the financial crisis, the concern ended the year with losses, but after a while the company managed to bypass such giants as General Motors and Volkswagen in terms of sales.

By 2015, Toyota brand cars were recognized as the most expensive and in demand in the premium segment.

The main activity of the company is the manufacture of cars and buses.

The main facilities for the production of cars are located in Japan, but the concern's factories are scattered around the world.

Production is carried out in the following countries:

• Thailand (Samut Prakan);
• USA (Kentucky);
• Indonesia (Jakarta);
• Canada (Ontario) and others.

The concern's products are sent to Japan (about 45%), North America (about 13%), Asia, Europe and other regions of the world. Dealerships for the sale and maintenance of Toyota are open in several dozen countries, and their number is only growing.

Sales in Russia

The history of Toyota cars in Russia began almost 20 years ago. So, in 1998, a representative office of the concern was opened in Moscow.

The first sales success showed the correctness of the chosen vector, and after a while (in 2002) a marketing and sales company began to work. This year is considered a full-fledged start of the activities of the Japanese manufacturer in the country.

In the future, relations between Japan and Russia in the automotive and other sectors have been actively developed. So, in 2007, Toyota Bank began operating in the Russian Federation, based in two cities - St. Petersburg and Moscow.

Financial institutions provided loans to customers and acted as lenders to authorized Lexus and Toyota dealers.

By the way, Toyota became the first manufacturer that managed to open its banks on the territory of the Russian Federation.

In 2015, the popularity of Toyota cars reached its peak, which was confirmed by a record number of sales. About a hundred thousand cars were sold through official dealers.

The following models are in the greatest demand - Camry, RAV 4, Land Cruiser, Prado and others.

An interesting fact is that the Land Cruiser 200 in the premium segment occupies a leading position in sales, and its share is almost 45%.

Models that are assembled in Russia - factories

In 2005, an agreement was drawn up between the Russian government and the Toyota concern on the construction of a plant for the production of cars in the industrial zone of St. Petersburg.

The project was launched after 2 years, and the first "domestic" model was Toyota Camry.

Initially, the sales volume was 20,000 cars annually, but the concern's representatives planned to increase the figure to 300,000 units.

All cars that were produced in Russia were intended for the domestic market.

Despite the popularity of the Japanese brand's products, by 2014 sales decreased, and in the first 6 months about 13,000 cars were made, which was 1.5% less than in the same period in 2013.

To expand production, it was decided to supply Toyota Camry, made near St. Petersburg, to other countries - Belarus and Kazakhstan.

Despite some problems, the plant continues to develop. Thus, the construction of new stamping shops has recently been completed, and in 2016 it was possible to launch the production of RAV4.

The main issue concerns the build quality, which many do not like.

In 2013, the production of another representative of the Toyota concern, the Land Cruiser Prado, started. The Far East became the center of production. At the same time, the start of assembly in Russia did not lead to cheaper products, and prices remained at the same level. The planned production volume is 25 thousand cars annually.

The manufacture of machines in the Far East is focused on the domestic consumer - the Russian market.

In addition to the factories mentioned, Toyota for Russia is assembled in the following countries:

• Japan (Tahara) is one of the largest suppliers. Ten models of cars have been produced here since 1918, and the total turnover exceeds 8 million cars annually. About three hundred thousand employees are involved in servicing the facilities.
• France (Valenciennes);
• Japan (Tahara);
• England (Bernanston);
• Turkey (Sakarya).

Where is the Toyota Camry assembled?

The Camry model belongs to the D-class cars. Its production has been established in many countries of the world - China, the Russian Federation, Australia, England, the USA and, of course, in Japan itself.

During its existence, seven generations of the car have been produced and so far the manufacturer does not plan to slow down. Depending on the generation, the car may belong to the premium or middle classes.

Until 2008, Toyota Camry for the Russian market was produced in Japan. After the opening of the plant in Shushary, domestic consumers are offered cars assembled at their own facilities. This is what happens to this day.

Toyota Corolla

One of the most popular in the Russian Federation is the model. This is a compact vehicle, the production of which has been established since 1966. After another 8 years (in 1974), the car entered the Guinness Book of Records - it became the best-selling car in the world.

In 2016, this model turned 50 years old, and during this period more than 40 million cars were sold.

Previously, Corolla was assembled only in Japan, at the Takaoka plant. The situation changed in 2013, when the manufacturer introduced the 11th generation of the machine.

Since that moment, the assembly of Corolla for Russia has been carried out in Turkey, in the city of Sakarya. Deliveries of automotive equipment are carried out through Novorossiysk.

Today, only “Turkish” Corolla cars are available to motorists in the Russian Federation, but real “Japanese” can also be found in the secondary market.

There is a lot of discussion about build quality. According to the reviews of car owners and specialists, it almost did not change.

At the plant in Turkey, modern equipment has been installed, a staff of qualified employees has been recruited, and quality control is carried out by Toyota representatives themselves.

It is worth noting that earlier Japanese brand Corolla cars were already produced in Turkey (from 1994 to 2006). Cars were sold not only on the territory of the Russian Federation, but also in other countries.

Toyota RAV 4

The RAV 4 model has earned popularity due to its compactness, solid appearance and rich “stuffing”.

Crossover production began in 1994, and initially the car was aimed at young people. The number "4" in the name means the presence of permanent all-wheel drive.

Today, this crossover is in great demand among motorists in the Russian Federation. Until recently, assembly was carried out only in Japan at two factories - Takaoka and Taharan. This was until August 22, 2016. It was on this day that the first car of the model rolled off the assembly line of the plant in St. Petersburg.

The cars are planned to be sold not only in Russia, but also in a number of other countries - Kazakhstan and Belarus.

Toyota Prado

The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado model is the pride of the Japanese concern. This SUV is rightfully considered one of the best representatives of the brand.

The advantages include an increased level of comfort, rich equipment, as well as a chic interior. The car is produced in 3 and 5-door versions.

Starting from the second generation, production was carried out with an emphasis on the Toyota 4Runner platform, but already from the 3rd generation, production was launched under the name Lexus GX.

The greatest interest for domestic buyers are cars produced in Japan. It is they who are considered "purebred Japanese". All three Land Cruiser models (100, 200 and Prado) are assembled in Japan at the Tahara plant.

By the way, in 2013, the assembly of these cars was launched in Russia at an enterprise in Vladivostok, but already in 2015 the idea had to be abandoned. The reason was the low level of sales.

Toyota Avensis

The next representative of the D-class from the Japanese brand is Toyota Avensis. The main competitors are Opel Vectra and others.

In the European market, the car replaced the Toyota Carina E, and in 2007 the Avensis station wagon appeared, which replaced Kaldina.

Despite the Japanese affiliation, cars have never been assembled on the territory of Japan. And in general, Avensis is not intended for the Japanese market. The main consumers are European countries and Russia.

On the territory of the Russian Federation, cars manufactured in England are mainly sold at a plant in Derbyshire.

The first cars left the assembly line in 2008, and a year later their number exceeded 115,000. There are no complaints about the quality - everything is done with English precision and scrupulousness.

Toyota Hilux

The Toyota Hilux is a special medium-sized pickup truck that has been sold in Russia since 2010.

Thanks to the longitudinal arrangement of the motor, the frame structure, as well as all-wheel drive, the car has earned popularity all over the world. To date, eight generations of this car have been produced.

For Russia, Toyota Hilux is assembled in two countries - Thailand and South Africa. Generally speaking, assembly for other countries has also been established in Argentina and Indonesia.

Toyota Highlander

Another representative of the Japanese brand, Toyota Highlander, deserves special attention. This vehicle belongs to the SUV class and is based on Toyota K.

The first performance took place in 2000. The main consumers are young people aged 20-30 years.

Initially, the model was intended for sales only in Japan. In the Highlander class, it is higher than RAV 4, but inferior to Prado.

The main consumers of this car are the Americans, but there is also a certain demand in Russia.

Vehicles assembled in the USA (Indiana, Preston) and slightly adapted to local conditions arrive on the territory of the Russian Federation.

Sienna minivans are also assembled here. The car is also produced in Japan, but these models are sent to the EU countries.

Toyota Venza

The Toyota Venza belongs to the class of 5-seater crossovers. Initially, the car was produced for the United States, but since 2013 it has also been introduced to the Russian market.

Toyota Venza is positioned as a car for young families who travel a lot and love an active lifestyle. The first sales in the world started at the end of 2008.

The model differs in reliability, rich functional content and comfort. In 2012, shortly before the start of sales in Russia, a restyled version was introduced.

Since 2015, the car has not been sold in the United States, and in 2016, sales on the Russian market also stopped. Today, the Toyota Venza can still be found in the Chinese and Canadian markets.

Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is a compact "Japanese", made in a hatchback body. Vehicle production started in 1999.

The name Yaris was borrowed from the name of the ancient Greek goddess of joy and fun (the original name is Charis).

The second name of the car is Vitz, but it only applies to cars made for the Japanese market.

In Europe and Japan, the car appeared in one year - in 1999. In 2005, a 2nd generation car was introduced, and in 2006 sales started in Russia.

Machines of the 3rd generation were produced only in Japan, at a factory in Yokohama, and were intended for the domestic market. Soon production started in France, from where the model gets to the EU and Russia.

Toyota FJ Cruiser

FJ Cruiser car from Toyota is a compact SUV, which is made in the original retro style.

The concept was first presented in 2003, and production itself was launched two years later.

In the US and Canada, the first sales started in 2007. Externally, the car resembles the FJ40 model, which was produced 50 years ago.

The car is made only in Japan. At the same time, in 2014, sales of this model in the United States were discontinued.

Over the past two years, cars could be purchased in the markets of Japan, China, Australia and a number of other countries. In 2016, the company announced its intention to stop production of the FJ Cruiser.

Toyota Prius

Auto - mid-size "hybrid" from the Japanese brand, which can run on gasoline and electricity. The battery has a large capacity, reaching 1.3-1.4 kWh.

The electric motor is capable of performing the functions of a generator and recharging the battery.

Cars are produced exclusively in Japan, at the Tsutsumi plant. In 2015, a new generation of the car was introduced, and since February 2017, the first orders have been received from Russia.

Country of manufacture by VIN code, how to find out?

You can get information about the country of manufacture of the car using the VIN code, which is given in the documents or printed on a special plate on the car.

In Toyota cars, the following can be located:

• In the left corner of the dashboard;
• Under the front passenger seat (on the right side);
• On the frame of the open driver's door.

You can recognize the country of origin by the first three characters. If the first character is J, the car is made in Japan.

Here it is worth highlighting the following options:

• SB1 - UK;
• AHT and ACU - South Africa;
• VNK - France;
• TW0 and TW1 - Portugal;
• 3RZ - Mexico;
• 6T1 - Australia;
• LH1 - China;
• PN4 - Malaysia;
• 5TD, 5TE, 5X0 - USA.

Also, when decrypting, you should focus on 11 characters.

The options are:

• From 0 to 9 - country of origin Japan;
• C - country of origin Canada;
• M, S, U, X, Z - USA manufacturing country.

The following digits are the serial number.

For a complete breakdown of the VIN code for a Toyota car, see below.

Despite the existing difficulties, Toyota continues to develop. And if old models disappear from the market, they are replaced by even more interesting and modern cars.

The manufacturer also holds its position in the Russian market, which is confirmed by the release of new models at local facilities.

Not everyone likes non-standard "intermediate" solutions, but those who still like them will definitely like the Toyota Venza. According to the manufacturer, the Japanese model, introduced on the Russian market back in 2013, combines the comfort of Camry, the cross-country ability of Highlander, the practicality of a station wagon and the handling of a passenger car. It is emphasized: for reasonable money. In Toyota, the car with the elegant name Venza as a whole is positioned as a crossover, but in fact it is not a crossover, but something that does not specifically belong to any class. For a cross, the “Japanese” has a low roofline, for a station wagon the silhouette is not the same, and it does not look too much like a minivan. Almost 5 m long and an impressive 205 mm of ground clearance only increase the existing confusion. Then what is Toyota Venza or, more precisely, why is it needed? Look for the answer to this question in our review!

Design

Let's start with the fact that Venza is the first 100% independent project of the North American division of Toyota and was originally created for the US market, and this is one of the reasons why it looks unusual, especially for our country. The tastes of the American motorist are somewhat different, as are their views on life, and therefore the “overseas” version, for example, is devoid of a full-size spare wheel. The developers are perplexed why the car needs a huge and uncomfortable spare tire, which only takes up space in the trunk in vain, because in the event of a tire puncture, you can use a special gel, and if the wheel is seriously damaged, then even call a tow truck? What can I say, the difference in mentality makes itself felt. The Russian version at least has a dokatka ...

It doesn't take long to look at a photo of the Venza to realize that we are talking about some kind of hybrid (in terms of design) car for traveling with family and friends. A big family car - it's so American! The “orientation” of the model is evidenced not only by its large dimensions, coupled with a solid ground clearance and appropriate equipment, but also by 19-inch wheels that can easily cope with considerable potholes, as well as tall wide doors that greatly simplify the process of boarding and disembarking passengers, and also a huge trunk volume of 975 liters. After folding the rear seats, the volume of cargo space becomes simply cosmic - 1987 liters! The refrigerator will fit, at least.

Design

At the heart of the Venza is Toyota's K chassis, borrowed from the Camry, with McPherson suspension front and rear. Front and rear brakes - disc. Four-wheel drive (not in all trim levels) - plug-in, with an electronic-mechanical clutch in the rear wheel drive. The transmission of torque back occurs both in the case of slipping of the front axle, and in corners, which is done to improve handling.

Adaptation to Russian conditions

Unlike the American version, the Russian version of Venza received a softer suspension, with different settings, and a stowaway, which is stored in the trunk underground. There is a four-wheel drive in combination with high ground clearance, but, despite this, you should not get out on a very harsh Russian off-road: patency is noticeably limited due to large overhangs. In addition, there is excellent sound insulation, multi-level heating of the first row seats, heated windshield in the wiper rest area, as well as heated side electric mirrors, air ducts for the rear passengers' feet and dual-zone climate control, available even in the initial configuration. For complete happiness, only the heating of the steering wheel is not enough, but you will have to come to terms with this.

Comfort

Considering that Venza appeared in Russia in 2013, and for the first time it appeared before the general public back in 2008, you cannot call it an innovative crossover, as the manufacturer positions it. From the outside, the age of the model is not noticeable, but inside ... The build quality and ergonomics are at their best, but the design is older than it should be. If, for example, in 2008, a simple color display on the center console did not surprise anyone, today sophisticated motorists want to see something more “advanced”. Now Venza, with its miniature screen and far from excellent clarity, looks like an “old man”. In addition, there is inappropriate hard plastic in the cabin - in other words, here is the interior of a standard Toyota from the beginning of the 21st century. The dashboard looks quite original due to the use of the company's 60:60 concept, which makes the driver and passenger feel like they have been allocated 60 percent of their own space. The impression of the external appearance of the dashboard is spoiled only by a simple, but very informative instrument cluster with push-buttons.

There is enough space for storing small things in the cabin, including a voluminous glove compartment, a sliding compartment in the central tunnel with a pair of cup holders of different sizes and an oblong-shaped niche ideal for a smartphone. The climate control unit in the lower part of the center console is responsible for creating optimal climatic conditions - its layout is a bit illogical, and the seat heating controls located under it seem alien, as if inserted after the release of the car. The profile of the seats on the front row is designed for people of any physique. The range of electrical adjustments is wide: the driver's seat has 8 directions, and the front passenger seat has 4 directions. Regardless of the configuration, the upholstery of the seats and steering wheel is leather. The steering wheel is multifunctional, with audio equipment control buttons.

The standard equipment of Venza includes at least 7 airbags, including a pair of front and side airbags, curtains and a knee airbag for the driver. Also on the list of basic equipment are rear parking sensors, anti-lock braking system (ABS), brake force distribution (EBD), cruise control, traction control (Trac), vehicle stability control (VSC) and hill start assist (HAC) . Front parking sensors are a privilege of the top version.

The base Venza is equipped with a multimedia complex with a 6.1-inch color screen, a built-in radio with 6 speakers, AUX / USB connectors and Bluetooth for connecting mobile devices. The top variant is complemented by a JBL premium audio system with 13 speakers and voice control. With the help of "multimedia" with the function of voice commands, you can make phone calls and listen to your favorite music without being distracted from driving.

Toyota Venza Specifications

In the US, the model is offered with two engines: with a 2.7-liter aluminum in-line “four” of the 1AR-FE series and a 3.5-liter V-shaped 6-cylinder engine. The latter is not available in Russia, because. modifications with it would be too expensive and would create competition within Toyota - with the larger Highlander. The "two and seven" engine, unlike the "six", suggests a calm, rather than aggressive ride. 16-valve engine with variable valve timing inlet / outlet, intake manifold with variable length and intelligent electronic throttle. Power - 185 hp at 5800 rpm, peak torque - 247 Nm at 4200 rpm. Passport average gasoline consumption is 9.1-10 l / 100 km, depending on the type of drive. The engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Tastes differ, but Venza seems to be one of the most beautiful and harmonious Toyota cars, no matter how you look at it. For many, this is the starting point and at the same time the end point when choosing a car. The second no less powerful incentive is the brand, and Toyota has no problems with this in Russia at all. By bringing this model to our market, marketers made an absolutely right step, and sales statistics are proof of this: Venza, even in the crisis year of 2014, is sold many times better than any Auris, Verso, Prius and Alphard.

When the Japanese first launched this car on the market, they announced a new interior layout concept - 60/60. It was about the front panel, which is designed in such a way that 60% of the car's functions are available to the driver and front passenger. The driver has a lot of them, but the climate control and heating control units are located on the passenger side and the driver's hand to them is blocked by a gear lever mounted on a bus-style center console. The 12 volt socket is located on the right side of the central tunnel on the front passenger side. This is not to say that this is too much inconvenience, but the chip with percentages is probably observed.

Nothing special inside, like the Camry and Corolla and RAV4: the usual dashboard, a touchscreen in the middle with detailed navigation maps, a comfortable steering wheel and an electrically adjustable driver's seat memory. The servo tailgate, automatic high beam headlights, engine start button and keyless entry to the salon will not surprise anyone for a long time. Another surprise is the proud inscription ALL AUTO on the power window control unit. In 2014. By car worth 1.8 million rubles. But after all, we know cars with a richer set of options, with advanced electronics that allow you to actually change the car's settings, and not just look at trip computer data - and they often cost much less than Venza. Where does the popularity come from then?

But the fact is that its simplicity does not repel buyers in the slightest. Ask any Toyota owner how they feel about the lack of modern active safety systems and semi-autonomous driving features, and run away after this question so as not to get punched in the face. Buyers clearly know why they love their cars. Too bad they don't often say that.

So be it, I'll help. Venza is like the union of a man and a woman: you may have a lot of flaws, but despite this, your other half loves you. She is ready to forgive everything - hard drinking, fishing and love for "tanks", and he is ready to accept the fact that her forms are not the same as in that picture in the toilet magazine, and her voice is not able to sing anything more authentic than Mikhail Krug. And you still find a lot of positive qualities in your soul mate, which you brag about to others on occasion. And if there are none at all, you invent them yourself and begin to believe in it.

The Toyota Venza feels peaceful for many reasons. This car is far from gambling control: although the steering wheel is filled with heaviness in corners, the car enters them not quite along a given trajectory. But if you do not exceed the speed, then even the seats completely devoid of lateral support will seem to be the highest blessing and the height of comfort sent down to us by engineers from Japan.

The 2.7-liter engine like the Highlander is also a strange contraption. Its volume should imply six cylinders, but for some reason there are four of them in this in-line engine. It’s bad, because the Venza consumes 13-14 liters of fuel without much attention to the rhythm of movement (it doesn’t care if you are driving along a country highway or trampling around in a city traffic jam), and it accelerates, as it should be for a naturally aspirated “four”, not very fast . It would seem that 185 hp and 247 Nm should spur this car on, but it weighs, dear mother, two tons without half a centner! Its curb weight of only 150 kg falls short of that of a Land Cruiser Prado with the same engine.

But Venza literally floats on the asphalt, creeping and shock absorbing, like a tightly inflated rubber mattress. Gear shifts of the 6-speed "automatic" occur completely imperceptibly, if you do not put pressure on the gas with all your might. But as soon as a pit or an asphalt policeman appears on the way, comfort is replaced by rigidity. The brakes work in such a way that at high speeds, emergency deceleration is not at all emergency, but terribly smooth. This is more scary than the notorious “sticky mats”, but, fortunately, the latter under the driver’s feet are attached to clips and should not fly off anywhere.

The originals who came up with the plastic trunk floor should be forced to ride a Venza for life with a three-liter glass jar behind the rear seat backs. Let them feel for themselves what this sound means, and only then talk about the easy maintenance of this surface and convenient washing. The same applies to the parking sensor adjusters: they work like crazy and squeak at the most inopportune moment for everything, including air, so a rear-view camera is not at all superfluous here. The front ones are silent while parking with a bumper close to the fence and make a loud sound exactly after you put the automatic transmission lever in position P. Our views with the car also did not agree on the degree of darkness at which you need to turn on the high beam headlights - I would have done it much earlier .

But how many useful niches inside these same engineers came up with: a large glove box, a bunch of compartments on the center console, a drawer deep as a well under the armrest with a sliding lid ... You can put a couple of bottles of 0.5-0.6 liters in the front doors, moreover, the pictogram makes it clear that you can only put them there, and in no case glasses with drinks. Ah, those Americans...

I climb onto the back sofa just to understand what it is like for the passenger, and I no longer want to get out: soft, comfortable, spacious and white. Everyone who has sat back at least once is satisfied with the interior of the Toyota Venza, its two hatches, which give extra light and a feeling of spaciousness, the tilt of the rear seatbacks and pleasant leather.

Only the side mirrors interfere with the feeling of complete comfort behind the wheel, into which, for some reason, additional magnifying glasses were inserted to block the view. The mirrors are lowered when reversing and there is no way to disable this. You can’t even force the doors to close on the go, although this car skill has helped me more than once in different situations.

Like a true crossover, Toyota Venza is equipped with all-wheel drive in the top configuration, and even the stabilization system can be completely disabled if you stand still and hold the button for a long time. But there is little benefit from this: after a couple of slips on loose sand, the car was enveloped in a terrible stench that the all-wheel drive clutch began to exude, and the stabilization system turned back on. But this crossover can also be forgiven, because on a slippery road with all-wheel drive and a permanent electronic insurer, everything will be safer. And in general, for the sake of true comfort, you should not rush - both in life and in Toyota Venza.

The restyled Toyota Venza 2018 in a new body (photo, price) was officially presented to fans of the brand. I must say that they received it quite rosy. The car is considered a station wagon with high cross-country ability, it is distinguished by numerous elements that crossovers and SUVs are equipped with. Relatively recently, Russian dealers began to fill out applications for an updated crossover. The start of sales for the new Toyota Venza 2018 (photo, price, equipment in this article) in our country is expected around the fall. Then fans will be able to fully appreciate the brand new crossover with excellent cross-country ability.

Impeccable style and quality

Appearance and exterior

In appearance, Venza has changed and won a new body with an aggressive style. In addition, one cannot fail to notice the elegance. Currently, the Japanese concern uses a rather amazing design in its developments, which is impossible not to see on the presented test drives.

• The new body is the main highlight of the car.
• Appearance is now more lively.
• Neat stamping lines are visible.
• Spectacular overlays made of durable plastic on bumpers and doors.
• The volume of the air intake has been increased.
• The false radiator grille has strict features with a chrome finish.
• Narrowed xenon headlights are equipped with a laundering and automatic adjustment function.
• LED daytime running lights.
• Thanks to the improved bumper, the car has become sportier.
• A panoramic roof is provided as standard.
• High ground clearance of 20.5 cm.
• The presence of all-wheel drive.
• Powerful and durable power unit.
• The large dimensions of the triangular shape resemble boomerangs.
• Athletically folded and puffed front bumper elements, as well as chrome spacers, look truly chic.
• Excellent visibility thanks to the sloping windshield.
• The shape of the side mirrors with turn signal repeaters has slightly changed.
• Powerful doors and wheel arches with a relief give solidity.

The completely perfect appearance of the restyled Toyota Venza 2018 is shown in the presented photographs. The window sill line runs high enough, but it does not interfere with the view. The volume of the trunk will also please, so there will be no problems with loading luggage.

Car interior

The salon of the restyled model will appear before the fans as luxurious, graceful and elegant. It is not difficult to guess that the quality of materials here is at the highest advanced level. Everywhere there are decorative elements, wooden inserts, aluminum and carbon. The base kit will include leather upholstery.

• The redesigned dashboard features blue LED lighting.
• The arrangement of devices is comfortable for viewing.
• The steering wheel has a lot of keys and control buttons.
• The front panel has become much wider.
• Near the windshield there is a touch screen on-board computer.
• The central panel has a luxurious and presentable look. It is equipped with an aluminum lining.
• On the side there are two deflectors arranged vertically.
• The gearshift unit makes an amazing impression. It is in an upright position with a slight slope and is decorated with a stylish wood insert.
• Armchairs are ergonomically designed with side supports.
• Anatomically shaped seat backs with adjustable headrests.
• Passengers in the back row will enjoy maximum comfort.

In general, the interior of the Toyota Venza 2018 model year is spacious, free and ergonomic. In addition, if necessary, the armrest and seatbacks can be folded or adjusted to your liking. The advantage is its own heating system.

Specifications

Toyota Venza will be supplied in two transmission versions:

1. Basic. Petrol engine for 4 cylinders with a volume of 2.7 liters, with a capacity of 181 horsepower.
2. Improved. 2.7 liter engine with 330 horsepower. With.

All variants are equipped with 6-st. automatic transmission. Gasoline consumption in this case will average 9 liters per 100 km. A set of speeds up to a hundred is carried out in just 9.8 seconds. The chassis of the car is adapted for off-road driving, so the car has become the most enduring to any load. Independent suspension with shock absorbers. Toyota is equipped with disc brakes, and thanks to all-wheel drive, it is easy to drive. Among the advantages it is worth noting:

• Rich standard equipment.
• Comfortable armchairs.
• Excellent handling and smooth ride.
• Spectacular panoramic roof.
• Neat massive doors.
• High quality materials.
• Low gas mileage compared to competitors.
• Updated body style.
• Innovative equipment.
• Excellent level of sound insulation.

The technical base of the standard configuration has also expanded. Now there are many different useful elements: parking sensors, fog lights, xenon headlights. It should be noted the well-known Japanese reliability. The developers made the body of durable materials that minimize the possibility of damage to the car.

Options and prices Toyota Venza 2018 in a new body

The rich equipment of the restyled Toyota Venza 2018 has become an excellent confirmation that the transport belongs to the premium class. For Russian consumers, three versions of configurations are presented:

• elegans.
• elegans +.
• Prestige.

The first variant of elegans is basic. He will delight:

• xenon front dimensions;
• foglights;
• panoramic roof and sunroof;
• leather interior;
• electric adjustment of various systems;
• the climate of the front row of seats;
• heated windshield;
• central lock;
• car movement control function;
• cruise control.

The cost of the basic set will be about 2.2 million rubles. The middle version of the elegans + configuration is equipped with:

• rear view camera;
• all-wheel drive system;
• electrically adjustable head restraints;
• probability of keyless accessibility.

The cost of a complete set varies from 2.5 million rubles. The most expensive version of Prestige will provide the following features:

• electric rear doors;
• system for adjusting the main light in automatic mode;
• front sensors;
• parking assistant;
• push-button engine start system;
• Russified navigation;
• voice control capability.

Such a pleasure will cost motorists 2.6 million rubles.

Basic security functionality

The new Toyota Venza 2018 car for Russia (photo, price) is equipped with various protection systems that make travel and operation as safe as possible. These include:

• 7 airbags.
• Hill-start help system.
• Assistant for rebuilding on the roads.
• Emergency braking.
• Anti-slip system.
• High-quality brakes with the possibility of blocking.
• Exchange rate electronic stability.

An important feature is that each of the options is considered standard, regardless of modification. Thus, even if you want to significantly save money when purchasing, the car owner will be able to get a car with a maximum level of safety.

Competitors

Fans distinguish the main competitors:

Bright advantages and disadvantages

As for the advantages of the new Toyota Venza, the following can be distinguished:

• basic equipment is available in all variants;
• comfortable ergonomic chairs;
• excellent handling and smoothness;
• panoramic roof and the correct location of the doors;
• the quality of finishing at the highest level;
• optimal fuel consumption.

Among the disadvantages:

• insufficiently convenient switching of options while driving;
• beautiful, but far from optimal salon of light colors;
• lack of a drive for electric folding mirrors.

Reviews about the new car among motorists are only positive. In addition, the Toyota concern, like any other Japanese company, is considered a guarantee of quality and reliability.

Start of sales in Russia and cost

According to preliminary information, the start of sales in Russia of Toyota Venza 2018 is scheduled for 2018, and in other countries the car will appear at the end of this year. Now the company is accepting applications for test drives and the purchase of new items by dealers. The cost of the car will vary from 2 million 189 thousand rubles to 2 million 410 thousand rubles, depending on modifications and options, including the exchange rate. It is only known that the price will be slightly higher than that of previous models.

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