It has been quite a while since the crossover, new to this market, was introduced for Russian buyers, which can undoubtedly be attributed to the premium segment. Official dealers have already begun accepting applications for this model, a restyled version of which was greeted with enthusiasm at the last auto show in New York. It is assumed that a modification of the Toyota Venza will be delivered to the territory of the Russian Federation, reviews of which are filled with gratitude from buyers from almost all over the world. Indeed, in the framework of the 2013/2014 model year, the appearance of the previous generation car was changed, which until recently was not officially offered in the Russian Federation.
Features of the production process
The production facilities at which the machine will be assembled are located in the United States of America in Kentucky. So, you can already forget about the fears of poor-quality work performance and insufficient qualifications of employees. After all, this company has long been specializing in its professional activities, and its choice as the main assembly base for the updated Toyota Venza, the feedback on the previous generation of which was positive, is more than justified. After all, the Kentucky plant will supply its products not only to the Russian market, but also to customers throughout the CIS, where regional conditions are largely similar.
Layout
If you look at the features of the body of the Toyota Venza, then, to your surprise, you may find that it is not very suitable for a classic crossover, it should rather be attributed to cross-country wagons, which occupy an intermediate niche in the classification of cars. To build this model, the platform from the previous-generation Camry sedan was used due to its high unification and reliability. However, the Japanese corporation classifies the Toyota Venza car, reviews of which in the country of the rising sun were not the most enthusiastic, like a SUV. Statements from manufacturers emphasize increased ground clearance, a powerful power plant and four-wheel drive, therefore, in all
technical descriptions, the model is conventionally referred to as crossovers, but with a remark about its use only in the conditions of the "urban jungle". Indeed, with all the thoughtfulness of a car, it has a rather narrow scope, which can be seen in the process of comparing various parameters of Toyota Venza 2014, the technical characteristics of which without a shadow of embarrassment indicate that the model is intended for use on high-quality road surfaces of various traffic intersections , highways or autobahns, not on the road. Indeed, in this machine great attention is paid to comfort and functionality, which, in turn, involves a developed transport infrastructure and the corresponding consumer. In the absence of any of this, this car will become unclaimed.
Facelift
Restyling, which was carried out at the end of last year, made a lot of innovations in the appearance of Toyota Venza cars. Reviews of this event fully reflected the enthusiasm of critics and car enthusiasts, because in this model a whole range of favorable changes took place - a completely new optics was installed instead of the old headlights, more durable bumpers replaced the previous ones, the
radiator grille also underwent changes. Side mirrors acquired a light indication with the repetition of turns, and the clearance and rims were prepared for the features of Russian open spaces. The interior and exterior of the car were refreshed and became much more modern, while retaining the features of its ancestor in the person of Toyota-Kemri.
Linear dimensions and owner reviews
The car retained its dimensions, but became slightly higher: with a width of 1905 mm and a SUV length of 4833 mm, the distance from the bottom of the wheels to the top of the roof was 1.61 meters. At the same time, the base and ground clearance remained unchanged - 2775 and 250 mm, respectively. In full equipment and maximum configuration, the car weighs 1.86 tons, and for models with all-wheel drive - 1.945 tons. The boot volume of the car is 975 liters, which is quite a lot for a Toyota-Venza class vehicle. The reviews of the owners of this model bribe any connoisseur, because the luxury and elegance of the cabin are beyond praise - the interior uses bold combinations of various materials that qualitatively mimic natural wood and carbon fiber, and the leather upholstery of the seats with unobtrusive illumination of the instrument panel will surprise with its functionality. The cabin is comfortable and spacious, but if you need to move oversized cargo or luggage, you can fold the rear seats, which will increase the available space by another 60% of its capacity. At the same time, during long trips, none of the passengers will have complaints, because they have adjustable seat backs, niches for storing various small things, armrests and cup holders, a heating system and much more.
The nuances of car news in Russia
Unfortunately, for the Russian public this crossover will be presented only with a power unit 1AR-FE of 2.7 liters, this is the "younger" engine that is installed on the Toyota Venza car. Fuel consumption, reviews and operational features of this 185 hp engine do not cause complaints from many users, because its four-cylinder “heart” is equipped with a timing chain with a chain drive, a gas distribution system and 16 DOHC valves. In preparation for Russian realities and fuel, the car's power and torque slightly increased, their maximum reaches 136 kW and 247 Nm.
Dynamic characteristics
These indicators are enough to develop a speed of 180 km / h without difficulty, to the first hundred cars accelerates in no more than 9.5 seconds - for its mass this is a very good time. When using a manual gearbox, these numbers could be further increased, but the Toyota Venza would only be equipped with a six-speed sequential automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive will not be installed in the vehicle’s database, its plug-in variation can only be obtained in top-end configurations (4WD only functions when the front axle is slipping and when connected via a multi-plate clutch). In the urban cycle, fuel consumption will not exceed 12.3-13.3 liters per 100 km, while at the same time, in the suburban cycle, consumption is much less - 7.1-8.0 liters.
The equipment of the machine that anticipated expectations
Maximum comfort and minimal roll while driving along the roadway will be ensured by a completely independent suspension. Indeed, the new Toyota Venza, reviews of which do not raise doubts as to who will become the leader in sales of this price segment, is equipped with special settings that reduce vibrations and fluctuations in the Russian transport arteries. Since the suspension on MacPherson struts has been adapted to possible irregularities, this will minimize their impact. In addition, the most modest equipment already includes ventilated brake discs on the front wheels and standard ones on the rear wheels.
Safety is a priority
A lot of different electronic assistants are also offered: assistance when driving from or onto a slope, anti-lock and slip systems, and many other nice additions to Toyota Venza cars. Reviews of experts about safety in this car do not differ, because everything is organized at the highest level in it. One has only to verify this independently, since the front seats of the model are equipped with a lumbar support function, there are already airbags for passengers and the driver, curtains for the first and second row of seats in the database, which prevents possible damage during traffic accidents.
Premium segment in perfect performance
In addition to high-quality assembly and an ergonomic interior, the novelty of the Russian market still has something to boast of. Indeed, the richness of the configurations of this model was to many tastes, therefore reviews of Toyota Venza cars, even according to the results of short test drives, are filled with enthusiastic descriptions of the differences in the interiors of the Prestige, Eleganse and Elegance + classes, thanks to which everyone can form everything necessary around him - From xenon headlights, light sensors, navigation lights, alloy wheels of various sizes and panoramic roofs to cruise control, immobilizer, parking sensors, heated seats, mirrors, windshield and much more. Cars in full will satisfy any wishes for a cost of 1 600 000 to 1 900 000 rubles.