The 2021 Toyota Venza Is Wonderfully Weird, Here's Why!

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  • @TFLcar
    @TFLcar  4 года назад +41

    Hey Guys, Thanks for watching my review! We greatly appreciate your support, and if you want to help us put together unbiased and honest car reviews consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/tflcar Thanks and have a great day! -Tommy

    • @TFLcar
      @TFLcar  4 года назад

      @DIY OVERDRIVE Thanks for the kind words!

    • @rncondie
      @rncondie 4 года назад

      Tommy, please sit in the passenger seat up front and see if your head clears sitting upright.

    • @lav1daloca
      @lav1daloca 4 года назад

      Looks like the Toyota version of the RX 450h. Whats the difference?

    • @ziasam1065
      @ziasam1065 4 года назад

      Hi, man how you doing? I'm from Bangladesh & I'm a regular viewer of TFL. I really like the way you demonstrate all the information. It's really useful as well as appealing.
      As a follower I wish you best of luck also hope that you will continue & make us happy.
      Here is a very small clip of previous generation of HARRIER that help you to know that it has some own features which carried over to the 2021 Venza/ Harrier.
      People of Bangladesh are pretty much crazy about this gorgeous beauty.
      Bye bye & T. C.
      ruclips.net/video/CtioEEOQzs0/видео.html

    • @luigidicarp9521
      @luigidicarp9521 4 года назад

      fingerprint marks

  • @mrcarlvon
    @mrcarlvon 4 года назад +175

    the accelerator pedal is hinged on bottom to avoid the mat or other items getting lodged under the pedal. This is to avoid the unintended acceleration problem that many car manufacturers have had. smart toyota!

    • @SuperTurboAE111
      @SuperTurboAE111 4 года назад +5

      I am not sure did Toyota gap & lower the brake pedal properly. Lots of cars with this design is nightmare to brake......

    • @Intrepid175a
      @Intrepid175a 4 года назад

      Probably as good an explanation as any.

    • @braylonking574
      @braylonking574 4 года назад +2

      @@carbrickscity Well your not really gonna look at the pedals so the way it looks doesn't matter.

    • @AnthonyAntelman
      @AnthonyAntelman 4 года назад +1

      www.manufacturing.net/automotive/blog/13110434/the-2009-toyota-accelerator-scandal-that-wasnt-what-it-seemed

    • @carbrickscity
      @carbrickscity 4 года назад

      It's not actually smart. Quite the opposite. They could have just made floor mounted pedals like many car manufacturers have done for years. This look silly. Not that most people care though.

  • @bbctransport0000
    @bbctransport0000 4 года назад +112

    This car is called Harrier in Japan. The first Harrier made its debut in the United States as the Lexus RX. From the 3rd generation, Harrier and RX are separated. So,in effect, this Venza originally drew the blood of the Lexus RX.

    • @pollumG
      @pollumG 4 года назад +4

      I concur lol...in UK its a lexus

    • @nvn2005
      @nvn2005 4 года назад +1

      Do they have PHEV in 🇯🇵.?

    • @laodonren
      @laodonren 4 года назад +3

      We are here called Harrier

    • @ChrisN06999
      @ChrisN06999 4 года назад +1

      In other countries where there are predominantly (very) used, either are taken in as 4 to 8 year olds.

    • @bbctransport0000
      @bbctransport0000 4 года назад +1

      @@nvn2005 Not set yet. In Japan, 4 cylinders are set as the base.
      toyota.jp/harrier/

  • @johnshellenberg2329
    @johnshellenberg2329 4 года назад +97

    Previous Venza sold very well in Canada because we're not wagon-phobic freaks.

    • @KOSAMAGAMES
      @KOSAMAGAMES 4 года назад +6

      I miss the wagon like design :c

    • @gedaman
      @gedaman 4 года назад +6

      The Toyota Venza and Honda Accord CrossTour were anomalies that most people were confused by. That’s why they didn’t sell very well. People like familiar things usually.

    • @pawelodziomek4908
      @pawelodziomek4908 4 года назад +2

      @@gedaman funny because now they are both coming back

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 4 года назад +2

      @John Shellenberg Toyota Canada gave us an extra year of the Matrix, Venza and Prius v because we actually buy wagons but they can't bring themselves to offer even one wagon now.

    • @carluvrsd9374
      @carluvrsd9374 4 года назад

      @@rightlanehog3151 Now that SUVs get better fuel economy, they make better wagon-alternatives. I like wagons too, but most people prefer the higher seat position in SUVs. I like this newVenza. I'd want a loaded one though, and it looks like that will be expensive, like $45k US.

  • @MrKillerRC
    @MrKillerRC 2 года назад +4

    I drove a 2022 Venza today. It has fog lights and removes side badges. It pretty peppy. Very comfy seats. I like it a lot, minus the lack of real buttons and volume knob. Also the Venza can’t tow; unlike the RAV4. The Venza 9 speaker JBL stereo sounds great.

  • @georgeh6856
    @georgeh6856 4 года назад +65

    Looks good, but Toyota get rid of those god-awful capacitive buttonless touch surfaces. Plus, they beep every time you touch them. Very annoying. I think even the new Corollas have real buttons and knobs once again.

    • @jasonjenista
      @jasonjenista 4 года назад +13

      I work for Toyota in sales and I can tell you you can go into the settings menus and delete the audible beep for the buttons

    • @yamen16
      @yamen16 4 года назад +7

      Jason Jenista it’s not the sound that is the problem. People hate not having actual buttons and not having a volume knob is terrible Which is why Honda went back to knobs. People kept complaining

    • @georgeh6856
      @georgeh6856 4 года назад

      @@jasonjenista Thanks for the info. But the beeps are there for a reason: to give feedback that the "button" was tapped. Some capacitive "buttons" also have nubs on them to give tactile feedback on where the "button" is (I don't see that here). So to emulate a real button, manufacturers have to implement a beep noise (or haptic feedback which I don't think is the case here) that the "button" was tapped plus maybe a physical nub to give feedback on where the "button" is. All of that instead of actual physical buttons which worked fine and were far more simple. So either get annoyed with all that beeping or turn it off and have no immediate feedback that a "button" was tapped at all. Got it.

    • @ram64man
      @ram64man 4 года назад +3

      Agreed who thought going to capacitive touch was a good idea just using in the dark the testing should have realise it wasn’t a good idea bring back buttons and switches for heating/ac controls

    • @hamsterama
      @hamsterama 4 года назад +4

      I have a new Corolla hatchback, and I can confirm, there are real buttons for HVAC and to control the volume. I'm someone who's always playing around with the volume and the climate control. I like having tactile buttons, because I can make adjustments without taking my eyes off the road. I would not even consider buying a car where everything is controlled through the touchscreen, because it's a huge safety issue.

  • @ongkondeb3928
    @ongkondeb3928 4 года назад +21

    our v6 awd 2009 with the 20s still looks modern today even after 11 year

    • @daveyoung5252
      @daveyoung5252 4 года назад

      I’ve got a 09 4 cry’ 4 wheel drive and still looks new to!

    • @rickm8456
      @rickm8456 4 года назад

      Ongkon Deb still loving my 2010 V6 RAV. Still super fast too.

  • @carluvrsd9374
    @carluvrsd9374 4 года назад +4

    My mom used to drive an RX330. I loved it's quiet comfort and elegantly simple, understated design. The newer models seem less apealing. Lexus tried to make all their cars apealing to young buyers. Unfortunately, they lost their traditional buyers.

  • @BiggMo
    @BiggMo 4 года назад +10

    Consumer Reports shows pricing for the 2021 at $29,065 - $39,940

  • @youmaarludwig5647
    @youmaarludwig5647 4 года назад +1

    I live in Pakistan and watch your channel often. 4 years back I bought the previous Gen harrier, imported into Pakistan without any backup or warranty..... Since then have driven this hybrid a 100+k without needing to visit a garage..... Just the regular liquids change..... I've always owned at least one Toyota and it's never ever let me down..... This Venza, looks very similar to what I own and IAM sure it's buyers will drive it trouble free..... Maybe forever 😀

  • @AlyceLaGasse
    @AlyceLaGasse 4 года назад

    Great review. Nicely done. I have had one on order for 2 months - sight unseen. I am stoked to get it - your video provided far more info than I got from the dealership!

  • @lauchlanstill6677
    @lauchlanstill6677 4 года назад +105

    Really starting to hate RUclips, the ads have tripped yet the amount of money they pay the creators has been cut in half. Greedy pricks

  • @JJ-ls7fq
    @JJ-ls7fq 4 года назад

    Tommy, your reviews are quite detailed, and I appreciate that! You pick up on certain things that other reviewers miss. Keep up the good work. Thank you and everyone at TFL for all your hard work.

    • @TFLcar
      @TFLcar  4 года назад

      Thanks J J -Tommy

  • @mark8684
    @mark8684 4 года назад +2

    Toyota would have us believe the Venza is sized between the RAV4 and the Highlander which is not true. It’s built on the RAV 4 platform and so has the same wheelbase, is slightly lower, and has less cargo room so, one could argue it’s actually smaller than the RAV 4. The accelerator pedal is hinged at the bottom to prevent the floor mat from getting underneath it. You’re probably too young to remember the huge Audi issue of unintended acceleration which nearly destroyed Audi in the U.S. After much investigation it was determined to be caused in part by floor mat interference.

  • @raymunddelossantos
    @raymunddelossantos 4 года назад +9

    I like the older style though with the 21" RIMS. I have a 2010 V6 and still rock solid. Not ever I plan to trade it in or replace, keeping it for loooong time!

    • @patriciahennard
      @patriciahennard 4 года назад +3

      X2 same 2011 Venza v6 just replaced alternator but the car is comfortable!

    • @tirus4me
      @tirus4me 4 года назад +3

      I got a 2009! Most solid ride I have ever had just hit 100k miles😎👍

  • @rog351
    @rog351 4 года назад +1

    Tommy ... this is an excellent comprehensive review. Very interesting !

  • @timothymunene2608
    @timothymunene2608 4 года назад +22

    Tommy breaking in the new shirt.

    • @sealblade
      @sealblade 4 года назад

      Yup. With buttons. 😉

  • @kennyrmrz
    @kennyrmrz 4 года назад

    Great video! Thank you for showing the center info screen, i am a huge fan of direct tpms, its almost a deal breaker for me if a car doesnt show me the exact tire pressures. im so glad toyota worked it into the new Venza!

  • @muscles662988
    @muscles662988 4 года назад +3

    My mom currently has a 2010 Venza and I could easily see her upgrading to this Venza. Overall, it seems that Toyota did well with this vehicle and can see people really considering this if they are looking at the Lexus RX.

  • @jonb2139
    @jonb2139 4 года назад

    Great video tommy! The old venza really remindes me of that era Ford Edge from a visual standpoint

  • @cindykellar4080
    @cindykellar4080 3 года назад +1

    I just bought the XLE Venza, in Blizzard Pearl.
    Absolutely LOVE it!
    I do wish there was a bit more storage spaces for some things.
    But having a FASTER hybrid is all that mattered to me!
    I traded my 2019 RAV4 XLE Premium for my Venza.
    The RAV4 was laggy in power. Was struggling to find gears. Was HORRIBLE on mpgs!
    P.S. my VENZA has heated and ventilated seats...no weird insert. All leather...which is perforated.
    The car you’re reviewing has weird seats.

  • @KenMyers
    @KenMyers 4 года назад +12

    I like the look of the older wagon style much better.

  • @aquaboy1650
    @aquaboy1650 4 года назад +4

    The sloping rear design takes design cues from the first and second generation Harriers, or known as Lexus RX in the US.
    After the third generation Toyota differentiated the design and platform from RX, by using a smaller RAV4 / NX platform.
    Also only in this third generation uses a 2.0T engine from NX.

  • @derekjarembo9709
    @derekjarembo9709 4 года назад

    As always Tommy, great review! I had a 2013 Venza and loved it except for the interior fit and finish.

  • @Spoolingturbski
    @Spoolingturbski 4 года назад

    We already got Doug for these videos. You guys are good for testing trucks side by side. Stay with the comparison videos

  • @Ak_guy907
    @Ak_guy907 4 года назад +44

    Can’t stand all-touch panels, and kind of a make or break for me. Keep the knobs!

    • @rubenbraekman4515
      @rubenbraekman4515 4 года назад +4

      I love a good knob, but I love a good car too... unfortunately in 2020 the 2 rarely come together

    • @GT-RTData9
      @GT-RTData9 4 года назад +2

      Facts, these cars are turning into cell phones.

    • @carrotcake5058
      @carrotcake5058 4 года назад

      @M_Bergeron
      TOYOTA HAS OTHER MODELS YOU KNOW...

    • @nashville1510able
      @nashville1510able 3 года назад +1

      It’s 2020... evolve.

    • @cindykellar4080
      @cindykellar4080 3 года назад

      The car he’s reviewing has JBL system with a 12.3” touchscreen.
      However...you can opt for the regular 8” touchscreen.
      Mine is the 12.3” and I love it!
      Learn where your stuff is, and you don’t have any reason to not like it!!

  • @aeagleera
    @aeagleera 4 года назад

    We owned a 2013 venza. It was a beautiful piece of engineering. We are looking forward to seeing and owning the new one.

  • @yourccml
    @yourccml 4 года назад +1

    If this had been available last year when I bought my 2019 RAV4 Hybrid Limited, I would have jumped on it. Might even consider trading it for a 2021 Venza Hybrid Limited. Thanks for another great video, Tommy.

  • @ratukamina
    @ratukamina 4 года назад

    I have the same pedal design in my 2019 hybrid Camry. They chose that to avoid floor mats interfering with acceleration.

  • @mariowhyte2816
    @mariowhyte2816 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the early review Tommy!!! I liked the Venza when it came out way back when. Friend of mine got one brand new and I drove it before she actually did lol That said, I like what they did with bringing it back. Maybe she'll get the redesign and I'll get to drive it again lol 👍🏼🚗⚡💨💨💨💨

  • @tomokokishi3066
    @tomokokishi3066 3 года назад +3

    12:30 probably the only Venza video to show you the spare wheel!

  • @stephenmedina8577
    @stephenmedina8577 4 года назад

    Tommy, your reviews are getting better and better over the years. Dig the comedy. Thanks for all you do. The Venza looks better, but probably drove much better with the old 3.5 L V6,

  • @rxonmymind8362
    @rxonmymind8362 18 дней назад

    Just purchased a 2021 with 54k miles. Drove it 90 miles on driver assist and what a drive! It kept it's distance from other vehicles and maintained speed once cleared. Of course you have to occasionally move the steering wheel with your fingertips to let it know you are paying attention. It's not a fully autonomous vehicle as it has difficulty differentiating lanes when exits comes up and breaks up rhe the line of sight the radar uses. Otherwise a beautiful drive.
    Volume on the steering wheel is what I use and the sound system is pretty good. The sound doesn't center perfectly and wanders a bit but it's not too shabby.
    The ride is sublime soaking up all the bumps and road imperfections. Coming from a Ford F-250 it's a dream ride.
    One thing I wish was better is the seating. The bottom is a lot too soft and my 230lb weight is definitely planted IN the seat a bit too much for my liking.
    Otherwise a very nice Toyota. The best I've had and I've had Lexus RX 350, Toyota Sienna and my forst car ever sooo many decades ago the 89 Toyota tercel hatchback. We have come a long ways.

  • @syamal2007
    @syamal2007 2 года назад

    Great review tommy! I have the same color and model...love it. You forgot to mention the kick to open hatch feature tho. It comes standard on all new models.

  • @tbvv6729
    @tbvv6729 4 года назад +21

    The Venza is very nice and is on my short list for my next vehicle. I was going to go with a RAV4 hybrid but don’t care much for the look of it. However the RAV4 Prime has my vote also for the power output. The Tesla model Y is on my list also but I’m not sure about dropping 55K on it. My wife doesn’t like the shorter driving range of the Y (real world driving range of 250 miles). I will have to wait and see.

    • @Npowa2.0
      @Npowa2.0 4 года назад +3

      If you want the prime RAV4, I think it will be hard to get for a while.

    • @tbvv6729
      @tbvv6729 4 года назад +2

      Vikes 2 Agreed, I believe it will be very difficult to get it the first 2 years. All the auto reviews said they will be in very limited supply. I don’t intend tp pay near or over MSRP, so the Venza may be a good alternative. I’m on my 2nd Toyota hybrid and I am very happy about their reliability.

    • @TheBravo13x
      @TheBravo13x 4 года назад +4

      Vikes 2 all primes at the dealer I work at are all sold. We have more customers coming every day getting mad cause they can’t get their hands on the RAV4 prime

    • @muscles662988
      @muscles662988 4 года назад

      Definitely will be tough to get the RAV4 Prime. And you know that they'll be priced over MSRP. And depending on how your local Toyota does in overall sales, your region may only get a handful.

    • @tbvv6729
      @tbvv6729 4 года назад +2

      NijaBoiTellEm I am sure for the first year they will be hard to get and priced over MRSR by dealers. I was afraid the 2nd year will be just as bad. So I am keeping my eyes on the Venza also. I like the power from the RAV4 Prime more.

  • @edwindavila6087
    @edwindavila6087 4 года назад +2

    Awesome seeing this! Toyota taking some notes from Porsche in the rear. Excited that US Toyota’s are finally getting auto folding mirrors. As nice as this is I’m still going to wait on the 4Runner Prime in approximately 2-3 years.

  • @Sacapuntas69
    @Sacapuntas69 4 года назад +3

    I like it! Just not a fan of having turn signals so low, which makes it harder for other people to see when they are behind you. Many times I have been behind a Kia/Hyundai (don't remember which) at a red light and can't see the turn signal until they pull off because it is so low.

  • @anindareza8946
    @anindareza8946 4 года назад +20

    That’s a sexy toyota SUV...weird times we live in now !!

    • @carlosandleon
      @carlosandleon 4 года назад +1

      @Jonathan Losito it's supposed to be a crossover.

    • @sheilashineleofany822
      @sheilashineleofany822 3 года назад

      They are late at introducing this.. should just releasing along with 2013 harrier backthen

  • @rickyloganjr.2362
    @rickyloganjr.2362 4 года назад +1

    Hi Tommy 🙂, excellent first look review, I loved it. I'm with you, the LED light bar in the rear of the Venza looks so cool. Like you Tommy, I to am a car enthusiast, I wonder if car shoppers are going to be disappointed that the Venza is not what it was. Several auto makers as you already know discontinued nameplates then brought back the name, but the vehicle is not what it was. For example, Chevy Trailblazer or Honda Passport, what's your thoughts on that Tommy? The 2021 Venza is a handsome and unique vehicle, but no volume knob is a bummer. I'm looking forward to the 2020 Land Rover Defender debuting on TFL.

  • @Shadownian
    @Shadownian 4 года назад +14

    I'll wait for the prime version.

  • @LosArce
    @LosArce 4 года назад

    Great Review, next video may be Venza vs Outback. BTW Ironic to see F150 ad before this review

  • @ninejack1
    @ninejack1 4 года назад

    Thank you for very nice reviews 😊 from Thailand

  • @davedavid0
    @davedavid0 4 года назад

    Thanks for the great content fellas

  • @malifestro7596
    @malifestro7596 4 года назад

    First off, Tommy nicely done review man. This was excellent! On a side note - Highly recommend the use of Spyder for getting the colors dialed in. These were wacky on this video, not sure how they made it through QA. I might be the only one to notice tho. ;)

  • @franklatin2411
    @franklatin2411 4 года назад +25

    FYI when you see blue around the Toyota emblem it’s a hybrid

  • @garyjohnson8120
    @garyjohnson8120 4 года назад +1

    Great preview! Thanks

  • @Intrepid175a
    @Intrepid175a 4 года назад +1

    Looks like a nice car overall, it's a Toyota afterall. I agree about the lack of volume and tuner knobs. You'd think they'd learn, wouldn't you? I also noted another common problem with touch screens. Your close ups very effectively highlighted the fingerprints you were leaving all over that thing.

  • @bradsechrist9746
    @bradsechrist9746 4 года назад +1

    Quite a mix of features on your XLE tester. No sunroof at all, but you get folding mirrors and a giant touch screen. Normally Toyota saves those for limited models only. I like when you can actually get a mid level trim and choose which upscale options you want. Well done Toyota.

  • @darkpepsi
    @darkpepsi 4 года назад +4

    11:33 longest third brake light
    Lincoln: Am I a joke to you?
    😆😂

  • @ahmedashour1962
    @ahmedashour1962 Год назад

    I just purchased the xle model yesterday and it looks great I will let you know in a few months who it feels please let me know if there is a different for a 2022 xle model

  • @musicman6887
    @musicman6887 4 года назад

    Helll yeah brother they catching me blasting those royalty free tunes 🤘🏼🤘🏼

  • @boatnic
    @boatnic 4 года назад

    Looks really nice. Thanks for the video.

  • @bandit84
    @bandit84 4 года назад +10

    My 2019 Avalon XSE has the JBL 1,200 watt 14 speaker system. I do like the looks of the new venza. Wish it used the v6 hybrid system from the Lexus though.

    • @AP-qu8sl
      @AP-qu8sl 4 года назад

      Ryan Hamill how does it sound? Redline reviews said its pretty average and that is a big deal breaker for me.

    • @chefcorey-joshuanobles8629
      @chefcorey-joshuanobles8629 4 года назад +1

      @@AP-qu8sl That's because that idiot will say or complain about anything just to hear his own voice. It's a great system.

    • @AP-qu8sl
      @AP-qu8sl 4 года назад

      Chef Corey-Joshua Nobles great, thanks!

    • @bandit84
      @bandit84 4 года назад +1

      @@AP-qu8sl out of all the modern stock systems i have heard and i have rented a good amount an driven a good amount of newer cars and trucks and SUVs this is the best. i havent been in any 60K + cars with $5,000+ systems but its way better then most other stock systems.

    • @AP-qu8sl
      @AP-qu8sl 4 года назад

      Ryan Hamill ok great. Tesla model Y is now sub 50k so that’s again some confusion. Thanks for your reply

  • @1901otis
    @1901otis 4 года назад +1

    The accelerator pedal hinge would prevent carpet interference. A problem that in past years triggered recalls.

  • @Little6
    @Little6 4 года назад

    You guys are great.
    Subscribed.

  • @yournightmare9999
    @yournightmare9999 4 года назад

    I glad that you have a chance to review this car but i already drive second week of this venza

  • @wentfishing
    @wentfishing 4 года назад +1

    I noticed many sun reflecting from screens and dashboard. Shiny plastic parts. Tomy did you feel that sun reflecting too much?

  • @tonybasoni8443
    @tonybasoni8443 4 года назад +2

    Why didn't you show or say if you could make the map cover the entire screen? Does that temperature control have to remain there, or can it be removed so the whole screen can be utilized for the map? This is a deal breaker if the map will not cover the entire screen.

  • @kens97sto171
    @kens97sto171 4 года назад +1

    This capacitive buttons for volume and other controls are absolutely ridiculous. Chevrolet did this in the original volt and people hated it. You would think different manufacturers would pay attention to trends that have come and gone and have better sense.
    I imagine they're rear cargo capacity would be far better if the rear didn't slope down so much. The interesting to compare this to a RAV4 for interior space and cargo. And then compare price.
    If the price is significantly lower than a RAV4 then perhaps this makes good sense.

  • @mavsguy842
    @mavsguy842 4 года назад

    Is there any more space in the driver's seat/seat motion than in the RAV4 Hybrid? I'd like that seat to go lower and have more shoulder room, or be flatter near my shoulders.

  • @user-kx8fw8si3q
    @user-kx8fw8si3q 2 года назад +1

    Is that true that Limited WITH sunroof is more noise then without sunroof? Thanks!

  • @TechCulture
    @TechCulture 4 года назад +1

    Fantastic intro! 🔥

  • @DanSasakiTamLung
    @DanSasakiTamLung 4 года назад

    @9:56, you mention the EV mode. When driving my Prius and if there's enough hybrid battery power available, then I find the EV mode handy while driving in slow speed limited areas, such as parking lots, through school zones, and at drive-in movie theaters (Yup, some still exist).

  • @BillSprague
    @BillSprague 3 года назад +1

    The bottom hinge on the gas pedal probably grew from the stuck pedal lawsuits. People put multiple untethered mats of the floor, the pedals got stuck, and accidents ensued.

  • @ronkemperful
    @ronkemperful 4 года назад +1

    Great video! Now THIS is what Toyota should be emphasizing and selling. Rather than tease us with a RAV4 Plug-in which will show up in token minute amounts, Toyota should hybridize their whole fleet of vehicles from the Land Cruiser to the Yaris, compensating for the omission of large, gas-thirsty engines with the torque of electric power.

  • @nlpnt
    @nlpnt 4 года назад +1

    Doug: Features and Quirks because it's his schtick. Tommy: Features and quirks because driving impressions are embargoed until later in the month.

  • @BertoJim
    @BertoJim 4 года назад

    Do the JBL sound systems Toyota used sounds good? Do they sound better that the Bose or Infinity sounds system Hyundai uses? Please let me know?! Thank you! Also, this new 2021 Venza looks supper handsome!!

  • @jonathankoumaris1673
    @jonathankoumaris1673 4 года назад

    Whats the price comparison to the RAV4 or Highlander Hybrids? Would be interesting to compare the three.

  • @mattshoemaker4093
    @mattshoemaker4093 4 года назад

    The bottom hinged accelerator pedal is an oldschool toyota trait. My 81 toyota pickup has the same thing

  • @Otts287
    @Otts287 4 года назад +6

    1st glance at Tommy, and you wouldn't think he's a car nerd. 😅 Always so cute, charming, and refreshing in the videos. ☺️
    "4 types of birds... and the harrier is cooler than ALL of those." 🤣

    • @konradhittner4668
      @konradhittner4668 4 года назад

      I’m pretty clear that Tommy is, in fact, a car nerd.

  • @michaelhony1645
    @michaelhony1645 4 года назад

    My Avalon has the touch screen fir audio and climate, but also has a volume and tuning/forward and back knobs which look like the knobs on a 70’s or 80’s home stereo.

  • @leighlitz2481
    @leighlitz2481 4 года назад

    I was all excited as I love my 2009 Venza but I wish it wasn’t coming back only as a hybrid

  • @xrpxtrariceplease2811
    @xrpxtrariceplease2811 4 года назад

    Is the height of the Venza between the RA4 and the Highlander?

  • @bigmarkdarula
    @bigmarkdarula 4 года назад +26

    Finger prints - every where

    • @peopledonotexist
      @peopledonotexist 3 года назад +1

      have had it for about 5 months now. no fingerprints! haven’t cleaned the screen or buttons at all either. they did a good job with it!

    • @samgordon8643
      @samgordon8643 3 года назад

      Well mine is fine

  • @silcosilva
    @silcosilva 4 года назад +1

    the Toyota Harrier has been extremely popular in Asia for generations after generations...
    and we have a 2.0L naturally aspirated and 2.0L turbo engine variants too...

  • @zaven3584
    @zaven3584 4 года назад +2

    HOW can they make gloss-black button panels???! Ugh the fingerprint grease!

  • @mannegar7650
    @mannegar7650 4 года назад +6

    Really nice review, but actually dont like where the turn signals are..

    • @humbertovaldez6116
      @humbertovaldez6116 4 года назад +1

      I agree with you. In close city bumper to bumper traffice how do you see those turn signals way down there?? They should have incorporated them into that sexy and sleek brake light that runs across the whole back of the hatch. Missed opportunity Yoda. :(

    • @ChickenC0re
      @ChickenC0re 4 года назад +1

      They are less safe to be so low. And a damaged bumper means no turn signals. Toyota and Kia does this because it's the law for cars to have visible lights on the rear when the hatch is open.

  • @eleanormassaro5195
    @eleanormassaro5195 4 года назад

    Great sneak peek of the brand new Toyota Venza, Tommy! I burst out laughing when you named the four birds that you're familiar with! I thought you were going to name all birds of prey! LOL! Pigeons, Pelicans! Ha-ha! I guess the Harrier would be the coolest of those four!

  • @garrettborden107
    @garrettborden107 4 года назад +1

    It looked like those vents on the side of the bumper aren’t actually fake, in the first few frames I’m pretty sure I saw light coming through

  • @kupatiya
    @kupatiya 4 года назад +1

    Paddle is hinge from the bottom to prevent carpet getting stuck in the accelerator paddle.... Which was a big issue for Toyota

  • @sebastianlim2499
    @sebastianlim2499 4 года назад +1

    This car exist as Toyota Harrier in Japan, Singapore and Malaysia. It used to have an golden bird logo in front instead of a Toyota Logo. In Japan, Toyota with special logo instead of the normal logo means that the car is a higher end Toyota (Crown,Alphard, Vellfire, Mark x Harrier)

  • @crxracer805
    @crxracer805 4 года назад

    The reason the gas pedal hinges that way is so that it doesn't get stuck with the floor mat. Remember old Toyota vehicles where the pedal got stuck resulting in some deaths and lawsuits involved.

  • @bmak237
    @bmak237 4 года назад

    Thanks for the video mate!
    However, I am a bit concerned about the rear legroom space - as I reckon Toyota officially didn’t release the legroom dimensions yet.
    I am about 6 feet tall. Can I put a rear facing child seat behind my seating position?
    I can do this in CR-V, but not sure about Venza. Also, can Venza comfortably accommodate five 6”feet adults - say, on a 4-5 hr road trip? Again, on CR-V, no problem. But I am inclined towards Venza, and want to know if I am sacrificing a lot on interior space.
    - Thing is we can stretch our knees when we sit in the CR-V rear seats. How about Venza? I wonder.. for five 6” feet adults.
    - I am asking this coz - toyota is marketing it as a mid-size CUV.

    • @zoltanpapp6458
      @zoltanpapp6458 2 года назад

      You want rear legroom? Do like I did and just buy a Ford F-150 crew cab.

  • @fayjaimike
    @fayjaimike 4 года назад +19

    I think I'm still aiming for the Rav4 Prime personally, but this does have a better exterior look imo

    • @fayjaimike
      @fayjaimike 4 года назад +2

      Richard Nedbalek whoa, thanks for the heads up. Guess I’m screwed lol

    • @benc.5863
      @benc.5863 4 года назад +1

      Richard Nedbalek Only for this year, they’re hoping to increase production to about 20,000 I think next year

  • @hbond296
    @hbond296 4 года назад +2

    Regarding the throttle paddle, I have seen this in BMW '70s & early 80's Models 2500, 3.0S, etc.

  • @jcguy6608
    @jcguy6608 4 года назад +5

    It looks like the early release images of the redesigned 2022 Lexus NX I wouldn't be surprised if a gas version is Lexified for 2022.

    • @carbrickscity
      @carbrickscity 4 года назад

      If thats the case how many crossovers/suvs so they want lol they already have ux nx rx gx lx already

    • @toronado455
      @toronado455 4 года назад

      what makes you think there will be a gas version?

    • @mrsj1417
      @mrsj1417 4 года назад

      @@carbrickscity Redesigned NX, like he said, not another new model.

    • @carbrickscity
      @carbrickscity 4 года назад

      Well he only said a gas version being lexified. He didn't exactly say it will be the new nx. Anayway, who knows. It would ve funny since the rx was based on the harrier.

  • @wentfishing
    @wentfishing 4 года назад +2

    Back seats looking exactly my Rav4

  • @ramseyhazemey795
    @ramseyhazemey795 4 года назад

    Another great video by Tommy. Toyota vehicles are so popular and many people want them. However, I have not liked any of the newer Toyota interiors. Having owned and liked my 3 older Toyotas, I now prefer Honda interiors and Honda driving dynamics and Honda Dealership sales, service and finance.

  • @carluvrsd9374
    @carluvrsd9374 4 года назад +3

    The pedal design is like GM used for decades. A loose mat can still push the pedal.

  • @rileypart1
    @rileypart1 4 года назад +7

    Technically the Harrier was a Lexus

  • @alwaysiyi272
    @alwaysiyi272 4 года назад +1

    This is an awesome vehicle and one of the better looking vehicles in it's segment, I think it would be hard to pick between this and the RAV4 prime cos the prime had more power but this has more luxury, if they just made a Vena Prime with like 315 hp that would be gols

  • @dashcamcalifornia5003
    @dashcamcalifornia5003 4 года назад

    Hey Tommy, are those glasses the RB7046? I swear we have the same glasses, so I'm trying to figure out if I'm on your level.

  • @TheChargerMan
    @TheChargerMan 4 года назад +20

    Tbh, I love the New Venza...

    • @JDMHaze
      @JDMHaze 4 года назад +5

      the 1st one was great too

    • @foxfff123123
      @foxfff123123 4 года назад +1

      I like the styling. If only it was available as a non-hybrid or as a performance hybrid. I think that this car will sadly drive like a luxurious Prius.

    • @TheChargerMan
      @TheChargerMan 4 года назад

      @@JDMHaze Yea

    • @TheChargerMan
      @TheChargerMan 4 года назад

      @@foxfff123123 mhm.

    • @ryadhasanahmed5443
      @ryadhasanahmed5443 4 года назад

      @@foxfff123123 well in Japan they have a non hybrid version of the Venza (Harrier) but it has a naturally aspirated 2.0L 4 cylinder tho so you're better off with the hybrid

  • @benhinckley
    @benhinckley 4 года назад

    Love the shirt Tommy.

  • @gratefuldean69
    @gratefuldean69 4 года назад +2

    Tommy's going all Demuro on us!

  • @wpgtriniman
    @wpgtriniman 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful design. Some concerns:
    1. Not enough interior space. This was said to fit in between the RAV4 and the Highlander, but it's not large enough. Maybe they will introduce another vehicle that is larger.
    2. Offer the option of it as a Plug-in Hybrid, like the RAV4 Prime.
    3. The infotainment system should be lower and embedded into the dash, not tablet-style, sitting on top of the dash.
    4. It has a Sunroof, not a Moonroof. The latter opens to the air and it would be more appealing than the glass panel that can be frosted or clear.

    • @wpgtriniman
      @wpgtriniman 4 года назад

      Three more points.
      1. No volume knob on the larger 10" screen.
      2. The rear turn signal lights are integrated into the bumper and are too low.
      3. Three inches shorter than the old Venza.

  • @parloitaliano2
    @parloitaliano2 4 года назад +1

    Hope you reach one million subscribers 🌹

  • @ninioburbuja
    @ninioburbuja 4 года назад +8

    1:36 Tommy: Is not funny, it is imprudent and irresponsable. How did the DOT approve the height for those turn signals...
    ... For safety purposes they are a problem. Visibility of them for the rear cars in many scenarios are poor or marginal if not null.

    • @MrSingh124
      @MrSingh124 4 года назад +1

      You are absolutely right. Totally agree with you. And just not only that this is also the epitome of hideous design.

    • @morrowtrack
      @morrowtrack 4 года назад

      I believe this is done so if the vehicle is emergency parked on the side of the road and the tailgate is up, the signal hazard lights still show. Don't know why they don't just use the part of the light mounted on the car itself instead of the gate part.

  • @DjTspaRoLEoffIcER
    @DjTspaRoLEoffIcER 4 года назад

    Great review...

  • @Danielle-tx2es
    @Danielle-tx2es 4 года назад

    is it regular or premium?