I gotta say this: even if you keep zonking the rear wiper being at the low position instead of being tucked under the rear spoiler, you must realize that car designers putting it in the lower position means there is more of the important bottom area of the back window being cleaned for safety. Putting the wiper in the top position only clears and cleans the lowest middle point of the sweep.
Toyota is so fond of the "Crown"... Camry - from Japanese word Kanmuri = Crown Corolla - Latin for the crowning portion of the flower Corona - obviously meaning Crown Tiara - another Toyota crown trim/model in the 60s
I have a Rav4 hybrid and I am annoyed by the cabin noise, the only reason I am wanting to upgrade is less cabin noise and slightly bigger display and handling. i think one should always consider noise inside your cabin while buying a new vehicle, and also all the reviewer should also consider talking about it.
Ratti looks a little tired this vid. Awesome review my guy. Hopefully your doing well. Shame even the standard crown doesnt come with upgrades. They really left it wanting more upgrades
Crown Sedan is actually sold in Japan, what we have since last year is a wagon? Crossover? But the actual Crown Sedan in Japan is amazing looking like Lexus LS.
I like the look, but I have heard that it’s using the previous generation hybrid system? Thought it’d be given the 5th gen system since it was released along the new Camry.
Seen a few reviews in the last few days. All black interiors…I wish they would have made some of the saddle available. I think that’s the one I like. Otherwise…liking this and the ‘25 MDX, the Nautilus and Q7.
Excellent review Joe! You know everything on the head I do disagree with you on the styling. I think the Venza looks much better and has more premium design elements. Just my opinion but love you love you love you man. Keep it up.❤
What I wonder about with so many new headlight designs is how well do they work at night. I know you often have a limited amount of time with a vehicle but it would be nice to know how the vehicle works in the dark. Which brings me to another point, what is it about manufacturers who cheap out by not putting seat back pockets behind BOTH front seats and cheapen it further by not having rear HVAC controls. Surely it can not be that much of a cost issue if they simply did it as standard equipment across all trims.
Joe can you please give us the price of the higher models when you are reviewing a base model. I don’t care about this particular car but just in general it’s nice to know the price range of the product range for the car.
Note: Per the review I saw on another channel, this has no spare tire. Presently, the '24 RAV 4 does have a spare (and fog lights on most). Is this the Gen 5 hybrid system like they have in the '25 Camry? It is supposed to be more powerful without losing efficiency. (Judging by the 0-60, maybe it is.) I'm also waiting to see if the '25 RAV4 moves up to the Gen 5 system. Sounds like the gain on the Signia vs the RAV4 is a nicer interior and much improved handling/driving dynamics. Just watched a review of the RAV4 prime (XSE), and that tester did two 4-hour treks. She said the seats became uncomfortable after about 90 minutes. Those are things most testers don't get to test, nor do potential customers who might get a 30 minute test drive if they are lucky. Waiting for someone to spend less on a panoramic sunroof and more on better seats. Anyone know of a reasonably priced brand that has adjustable lumbar support for the PASSENGER? Seems to be a rarity.
6:32 why can't Toyota just stick with normal traditional Automatic gearbox ? At this point its all about cost cutting, and yet ,the car itself its not cheap. Its not your fault joe, you're just doing your job. For me i would Still go for the Mazda CX-5
Has nothing to do with cost cutting, you're wrong. The eCVT is far more efficient, smoother, and more durable than a torque convertor based auto. They are far better in hybrid applications. The Mazda CX-5 (while a very nice vehicle, we own a CX-9) is in a lower tier category than the Signia. You are not comparing Apple to Apples. Signia is a Lexus based higher tier vehicle, and is built in Japan.
You left out 2 important objections from my perspective: only 6.7 inches ground clearance compared to my 3.6R Outbak, wich has 8.7 inches, and no spare tire!
The current Venza has been around much longer (in Japan called the Harrier). They sell well in Japan, but didn't sell too well here. They will soldier on in Japan.
You don't have an issue with 21 inch wheels? I find the fact that they look good is just not enough to counter all the negative aspects of having giant Heavy Wheels on your small vehicle
I agree: the monotone, dark interior of the Crown sedan turned me off completely. Went with a Lexus ES instead (which still has the 300,000 mile six-cylinder engine, too!).
I don't want a sunroof so that is a plus for the XLE. Not even a standard sized sunroof. If you keep the vehicle long term and the sunroof starts leaking you'll be sorry you have a sunroof. They can be problematic.
I haven’t driven a hybrid in years. Where I worked we had a couple Prius rental cars. I hated how they drove. I felt like I was driving a golf cart. The gasoline engine would start and the car would jerk. Hopefully the current ones are better than that. I’ll have to drive one when available to see if it’s tolerable. If not I’ll keep driving my 2018 CR-V.
I recently rented a 2025 Camry SE AWD on a week trip. Drove it 480 miles in mixed city and highway driving. Smooth and effortless. No herky jerky. You will not be disappointed with Toyota's modern hybrids. We also averaged 52.03 MPG on that trip. Needless to say I will be buying either a Camry XLE, or maybe bump up to a Signia.
@@truthserum5310 That’s encouraging to hear. I haven’t driven a hybrid since I retired 6 years ago. We had a large fleet of vehicles and an older Prius was in the group. I hated driving it.
In Japan Toyota named it Crown Sports and 4wd cost only USD $36k. Why US version cost so much more? They are identical except slight bumper molding design. Both made in Japan.
That camera is awful. I’m not liking all the black interior, going to be hot in the summer. This vehicle is very narrow, not for more than one large adult IMO. I mean I’d probably go with the highlander hybrid.
Toyota should've brought over the gorgeous Crown Sport, literally an affordable Toyota Purosangue. There's pretty much zero chance I'm buying this Signia, far too large
Agreed. This thing is ugly with a boring powertrain. The crown sport would be an instant buy from me. I’d bet they aren’t bringing to the us because Lexus sales would tank. Im a current Lexus owner and have always planned on my next car being a Lexus too. But the crown sport? I’d do that instead for sure
So bored with the current fad in wheels, that is, a flat polished face with black inner surfaces. I'd like a clean rim (spokes don't touch the rim) and an unpainted wheel for a change.
I think that Toyota made a HUGE mistake by eliminating the Venza in favor of the Crown branded vehicles. This is supposedly going to be a luxury brand. But wait a minute. Doesn't Toyota already have a luxury brand? I'll take Lexus for $100, Alex. . . silly move Toyota.
I picked the wrong time to by a Toyota. I not sure where this guy is coming from, but that pricing is ridiculous. Makes you wonder if consumers are going to stay stupid and pay the price or do automakers go out of business due to greed.
Infact Toyota completely stole design style from Ford omg. The entire rear looks like a Ford/Lincoln. Shows that Ford and GMC is dominating design language over seas. It's almost flattering now. It's ok to say....Asian Brands wants to be American once again lol
I gotta say this: even if you keep zonking the rear wiper being at the low position instead of being tucked under the rear spoiler, you must realize that car designers putting it in the lower position means there is more of the important bottom area of the back window being cleaned for safety. Putting the wiper in the top position only clears and cleans the lowest middle point of the sweep.
I’ve never even turned in a rear wiper.
They should have just called it a wagon … wish more would bring them back … this lowered a bit would be 🔥
Yeah because it pretty much is a wagon. They call it the "Crown Estate" in Europe and Japan so it pretty much is one.
Or raised a bit for an off-road version...
I'm glad this a hybrid and not a full EV because I actually like it.
You don’t have to Worry about any other EVs from Toyota besides the BZ4x
That CVT though. 😔
@@victorvek5227 Not a regular CVT. This has an eCVT, which is simpler and far more reliable.
And it's made by toyota, the only company to make a reliable cvt so far@@lightsfansofthewest481
I couldn't care less about a sunroof. The lack of a sunroof is the reason why I'd buy the XLE trim over the Limited trim.
Wow ! Barret Smith Rd. You are out there. Need a good twisty bit car next time 🤣 Great review Joe 🤙🏼
The Look of the Venza to me blows it away. Love ya Joe! 😊
Toyota is so fond of the "Crown"...
Camry - from Japanese word Kanmuri = Crown
Corolla - Latin for the crowning portion of the flower
Corona - obviously meaning Crown
Tiara - another Toyota crown trim/model in the 60s
Next, the Toyota Covid.
I’m trying but I just don’t like the color matching mid grill area. It may look ok on black or gray but not white in my opinion.
I have a Rav4 hybrid and I am annoyed by the cabin noise, the only reason I am wanting to upgrade is less cabin noise and slightly bigger display and handling. i think one should always consider noise inside your cabin while buying a new vehicle, and also all the reviewer should also consider talking about it.
The XLE does come standard with ventilated front seats as well as driver's side memory seat per official Toyota web site.
Thanks for the heads up!
Are you sure because I didn’t see the extra seat thing other than the one for the heated seats on this video?
Do you know if it comes with power folding mirrors?
I just took delivery of a XLE model… I can confirm that it has front cooling and heated seats. Rear heated seats and driver memory seat.
@@TT-rk8miyes it does
I love this.... I got a 2024 Venza and I think I'll be it trading it in for one of then in a few years.
Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍
We can't do it without your man!
It looks like it merges with other cars to form a giant robot, 2 crown signia will be the feet
This is a lovely new model from Toyota. Excellent.
Great video as always.
I appreciate the callout to "Mad Libs" being part of a road trip experience :D
I have a Toyota Camry 2011 without a sunroof and have never needed it. I dont mind a car company that gives me the option to have a sunroof or not
Cooled front seats standard on both trims, that’s a preproduction model.
Thanks for the thoughts!
Ventilated, not cooled. There is a difference.
at first I thought it was a Lexus RX. The side profile kinda resembles a Jaguar F Pace.
It really is blurring the lines for sure!
Ratti looks a little tired this vid. Awesome review my guy. Hopefully your doing well. Shame even the standard crown doesnt come with upgrades. They really left it wanting more upgrades
Again. I wish they had the "crown" badges.😭
They do have them in Japan. I saw tons of them in Japan and they look much better with crowns.
I like it. The crown looks better in this variation. They should bring some bold colors with it
Does it have a spare? Early reviews showed it didn't.
Love your car video
Thanks for taking the time to say that!
I hear they're delayed. But I'm buying one. Spectacular NON-TURBO vehicle.
I agree with you! Hopefully they will not be delayed to long
the price is insane.
This vehicle is about to be an absolute win for Toyota
I’m so glad that you think so!
Yep
Except it’s delayed. lol
Looks pretty good. The value factor is fine, if dealers dont get too greedy. Could be the "halo car" of the Crown line.
I think you hit the nail on the head!
What would be really cool if it has flip up headlights instead of what looks like could be, flip up headlights.
I like this vehicle in an XLE. I just wonder if it have rear cross traffic alert and Pedestrian dectection? I like Milk Duds and Dots!
As a 2022 Toyota Venza owner I will wait for the Crown Sport, not a fan of the Signia. Toyota please bring the Crown Sport to the US.
Crown Sedan is actually sold in Japan, what we have since last year is a wagon? Crossover? But the actual Crown Sedan in Japan is amazing looking like Lexus LS.
The best thing to come out of new Toyotas is the front
Greetings from Romania!
Thank you for watching from a distance!
I do like the way it looks and Toyota has been doing great.
I like the look, but I have heard that it’s using the previous generation hybrid system? Thought it’d be given the 5th gen system since it was released along the new Camry.
I like the RX styling but I like the Crown dashboard since it has BUTTONS!!!
I guess it is the perfect blend for you!
This is an impressive vehicle.
Seen a few reviews in the last few days. All black interiors…I wish they would have made some of the saddle available. I think that’s the one I like. Otherwise…liking this and the ‘25 MDX, the Nautilus and Q7.
Excellent review Joe! You know everything on the head I do disagree with you on the styling. I think the Venza looks much better and has more premium design elements. Just my opinion but love you love you love you man. Keep it up.❤
A prop rod and exposed rear wipers are 2 major zonks for 45k....
What I wonder about with so many new headlight designs is how well do they work at night. I know you often have a limited amount of time with a vehicle but it would be nice to know how the vehicle works in the dark. Which brings me to another point, what is it about manufacturers who cheap out by not putting seat back pockets behind BOTH front seats and cheapen it further by not having rear HVAC controls. Surely it can not be that much of a cost issue if they simply did it as standard equipment across all trims.
My mom just traded in her RAV4 for this one and she loves it.
How? They’re not even available yet? They’ve been postponed until the fall of this year.
Nice car but bit pricey though...$35-$38k range would be a steal for this car.
Are you serious? RAV4 hybrids cost that price. This is much nicer
Great review. Placed my order for one.
When are these going to come on the lot?
This summer according to Toyota
Joe can you please give us the price of the higher models when you are reviewing a base model. I don’t care about this particular car but just in general it’s nice to know the price range of the product range for the car.
I gave my 2014 Venza to a family last week member ready to purchase this. Now the release day is pushed back. 😡
People actually very seldom use the sunroof.
Snowcaps rock
You are so right about that Gary!
Note: Per the review I saw on another channel, this has no spare tire. Presently, the '24 RAV 4 does have a spare (and fog lights on most). Is this the Gen 5 hybrid system like they have in the '25 Camry? It is supposed to be more powerful without losing efficiency. (Judging by the 0-60, maybe it is.) I'm also waiting to see if the '25 RAV4 moves up to the Gen 5 system. Sounds like the gain on the Signia vs the RAV4 is a nicer interior and much improved handling/driving dynamics. Just watched a review of the RAV4 prime (XSE), and that tester did two 4-hour treks. She said the seats became uncomfortable after about 90 minutes. Those are things most testers don't get to test, nor do potential customers who might get a 30 minute test drive if they are lucky. Waiting for someone to spend less on a panoramic sunroof and more on better seats. Anyone know of a reasonably priced brand that has adjustable lumbar support for the PASSENGER? Seems to be a rarity.
It’s going to be a 26 RAV4.
6:32 why can't Toyota just stick with normal traditional Automatic gearbox ? At this point its all about cost cutting, and yet ,the car itself its not cheap. Its not your fault joe, you're just doing your job. For me i would Still go for the Mazda CX-5
Because it's a hybrid.
Has nothing to do with cost cutting, you're wrong. The eCVT is far more efficient, smoother, and more durable than a torque convertor based auto. They are far better in hybrid applications. The Mazda CX-5 (while a very nice vehicle, we own a CX-9) is in a lower tier category than the Signia. You are not comparing Apple to Apples. Signia is a Lexus based higher tier vehicle, and is built in Japan.
For the price it better be lexus quality.
You left out 2 important objections from my perspective: only 6.7 inches ground clearance compared to my 3.6R Outbak, wich has 8.7 inches, and no spare tire!
This gets way better fuel economy then any Subaru
Subawho?
my favorite movie candy is chocolate hersheys ❤
That is so great to hear!
Like the look
Im disliking the body colored grill
Joe, You must like candy and junk food, your always talking about it,. lol love your reviews and car talking, nice videos!!
oh wow the Venza is being replaced already? things only been around for like 3 years
This is os o very true!
@@RaitisRidesdo you know why that is? Low volume sold or something? One of my family members have a 2021 and its a great car
The current Venza has been around much longer (in Japan called the Harrier). They sell well in Japan, but didn't sell too well here. They will soldier on in Japan.
You don't have an issue with 21 inch wheels? I find the fact that they look good is just not enough to counter all the negative aspects of having giant Heavy Wheels on your small vehicle
We are talking about an SUV and not a sports car, right?
I agree: the monotone, dark interior of the Crown sedan turned me off completely. Went with a Lexus ES instead (which still has the 300,000 mile six-cylinder engine, too!).
Good call on that one.
I don't want a sunroof so that is a plus for the XLE. Not even a standard sized sunroof. If you keep the vehicle long term and the sunroof starts leaking you'll be sorry you have a sunroof. They can be problematic.
I haven’t driven a hybrid in years. Where I worked we had a couple Prius rental cars. I hated how they drove. I felt like I was driving a golf cart. The gasoline engine would start and the car would jerk. Hopefully the current ones are better than that. I’ll have to drive one when available to see if it’s tolerable. If not I’ll keep driving my 2018 CR-V.
They are so much better now I promise you that.
I recently rented a 2025 Camry SE AWD on a week trip. Drove it 480 miles in mixed city and highway driving. Smooth and effortless. No herky jerky. You will not be disappointed with Toyota's modern hybrids. We also averaged 52.03 MPG on that trip. Needless to say I will be buying either a Camry XLE, or maybe bump up to a Signia.
@@truthserum5310
That’s encouraging to hear. I haven’t driven a hybrid since I retired 6 years ago. We had a large fleet of vehicles and an older Prius was in the group. I hated driving it.
Does the Signia have a HUD? Even as an option?
No
I still like the avalon
In Japan Toyota named it Crown Sports and 4wd cost only USD $36k. Why US version cost so much more? They are identical except slight bumper molding design. Both made in Japan.
That is a great question!
Tariffs maybe ?????
Chicken tax.
@@lightsfansofthewest481 Chicken tax applies to pick-up trucks and vans only.
That camera is awful. I’m not liking all the black interior, going to be hot in the summer. This vehicle is very narrow, not for more than one large adult IMO. I mean I’d probably go with the highlander hybrid.
I'm in love.
Can’t wait to lower and throw some rims on it and really make it a wagon
Sounds like a plan.
Looks different.
In a good way?
😮
Its the wagon SUV of the Crown Signia
The crown is smaller and it’s a station wagon.
$45,000 is way too much!😳
The crown was never entry level
Buy a Camry then. Great car, decent value, better MPG.
So does this ride as low to the ground as it looks? Is it more a wagon look than SUV?
It is definetly on the lower sid but not to sure I would call it a wagon!
Any idea where this is manufactured?
Japan
Once again, it reminds me of the Hyundai Kona. How do they compare?
Not even close.
Does it have a spare tire?
Yes it does
Sooo...Nobody see's elements of the Lincoln Nautilus in the rear lights? Definitely Ford Escape lights inspired as well. Hmmm
Nope, not seeing it!
That's the most beautiful Ferrari Purosangue I've ever seen
Awesome
I wish companies would stop making GLASS roofs and just keep them as opening sunroofs.
Go on Throttle with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N! I heard its been making some noise(fake) in the streets 🔥
I will have it coming very soon.
What a Yakery .
Looks like station wagon
I hear Toyota has eCVT transmission for all hybrid. Anyone know is that true? Thanks!
Yes, planetary gear set based. Extremely rugged and durable unlike the crappy Nissan rubber band CVT's.
Recalls coming next.
I'll be honest. The new front end looks way better on an SUV than on a sedan.
This is very true.
Toyota should've brought over the gorgeous Crown Sport, literally an affordable Toyota Purosangue. There's pretty much zero chance I'm buying this Signia, far too large
Maybe that one will be coming!
Agreed. This thing is ugly with a boring powertrain. The crown sport would be an instant buy from me. I’d bet they aren’t bringing to the us because Lexus sales would tank. Im a current Lexus owner and have always planned on my next car being a Lexus too. But the crown sport? I’d do that instead for sure
Crown sedan would have been a better replacement for the avalon
So bored with the current fad in wheels, that is, a flat polished face with black inner surfaces.
I'd like a clean rim (spokes don't touch the rim) and an unpainted wheel for a change.
A CVT and EcVT are 2 different things
You are correct.
I think that Toyota made a HUGE mistake by eliminating the Venza in favor of the Crown branded vehicles. This is supposedly going to be a luxury brand. But wait a minute. Doesn't Toyota already have a luxury brand? I'll take Lexus for $100, Alex. . . silly move Toyota.
I seriously think that they should call this the Camry Cross because the Crown is a big deal !!!!
This looks like a $40k SUV to me …. I don’t see the luxury in the limited either.
Its nice but those God aweful huge touchscreens are a no for me.
I think it's better then the NX........
Uh oh, his humor...is growing on me. 😅
Thanks for letting me share the cars and the laughs with you!
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For 45k, why get this over a Lexus ES though
Hybrid, and much roomier.
Too expensive
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I picked the wrong time to by a Toyota. I not sure where this guy is coming from, but that pricing is ridiculous. Makes you wonder if consumers are going to stay stupid and pay the price or do automakers go out of business due to greed.
Infact Toyota completely stole design style from Ford omg. The entire rear looks like a Ford/Lincoln. Shows that Ford and GMC is dominating design language over seas. It's almost flattering now. It's ok to say....Asian Brands wants to be American once again lol
Lexus still best luxury