The poor sales numbers are solely due to total absence of the venzas on the dealer lots. They cannot make enough of them. Waiting time for limited trim is 4-6 months.

The appeal of this car, at least for me, is that it is way more attractive looking than a RAV4 and it's way more rare in the wild. Another thing is that the Venza's trims and packaging is way more simple, especially for 2023. Finding a RAV4 Hybrid without being gouged by a dealer is already hard enough; now try finding a RAV4 Hybrid specifically with (for example) a pano roof or rain sensing wipers. For 2023, the Venza Limited gets the advanced tech package standard, so if a Venza Limited shows up on a dealer lot, you KNOW you're getting all the features you want.

This is a car for people who want a Lexus RX without paying the Lexus premium and I love it. The Venza has one of the more attractive interiors for Toyota.

I prefer the Venza's exterior lines over those of the RAV4 styling, which I view as "blocky" and more utilitarian. The interior seating is more comfortable in the Venza. The somewhat reduced cargo capacity is not an issue for me. Finally, I understand that Toyota is not releasing a lot of Venzas, so the wait times can be frustrating.

Venza has very mature and elegant styling

I had a Venza for 6 months and loved it. Its more highway cruiser than a RAV4. Nice seats, plush interior, lots of luxury features found in Lexus. I think if you want a highway cruiser and dont want all the woods and leathers of the Lexus this is an excellent drivers car. Its a luxury highway cruiser for 10k less than a Lexus.

First of all, thank you for being the only mainstream reviewer who did a video on the ‘23 Venza. I’ve had my ‘23 Venza Limited with StarGaze (in Ruby Flare with the Boulder interior) for a little over a month now, and after about 1,200 miles I am in love. My husband got a ‘23 RAV4 Hybrid XSE (in Cavalry Blue) and I feel I got the nicer car for sure. He loves his RAV4; but, my Venza is just so premium. Quieter, smoother (although his smaller wheels make harsh bumps a bit smoother), and a few extra features that he wishes he had (power steering column, lock and close liftgate button, power-folding mirrors and head up display). The 1200-watt JBL sound system also blows the RAV4’s 800-watt JBL out of the freakin’ water. Overall it’s a fantastic car, and I’m happy I got it instead of paying out the ass for an NX.

Had the '21 Venza LE and just upgraded to the '23 Venza XLE in Titanium Glow. The Venza is a wonderful vehicle and Toyota really is giving more luxury options without having to commit to their Lexus line. I highly recommend this vehicle!

I think it looks simple and clean from the design. I feel like Toyota’s trying to appeal to the more mature audience with the Venza which is perfectly fine.

If I had a family-spouse and a couple of kids still in school-this would not be the car for me simply because of the space constraints. Families have sports gear and luggage and all kinds of stuff they drive around with, depending on the day’s destination and agenda. This is not a practical vehicle for that SUV customer profile. But I’m 69, single, semi-retired, and this is perfect for my lifestyle. Plenty of room for a passenger or two plus some luggage for a road trip or just the usual grocery and other shopping. No need for speed or sporty maneuvering, and luxury features make it a wonderfully enjoyable ride. Retirement incomes often don’t support the extra expense of a Lexus or other luxury cars. Boomer generation singles and couples are active and adventurous and living long lives. I think this is the perfect niche SUV for us. 😊

I saw one of these today and was like woah wtf is that?! It looks really nice in person

We love our '21 Venza Limited in blueprint blue with the grey Softex interior. I really like the styling. It is reminiscent of a Jag/Lexus but it also is unique when looking at other Toyotas (Looking similar to the RX makes sense when you consider that the first 2 generations of the RX were rebadged Toyota Harriers.). Amazing gas mileage, averaging 38 mpg from day one. we bought it. Great power. Just did a trip from Vancouver BC to Laguna Beach and it was quiet, comfortable, drove well. It was much quieter than the RAV4 and at the time, it felt roomier and more affordable than the Lexus NX. Honestly, unless you're gunning it from light to light, it is quiet when driving. I do like the updated infotainment centre on the '23. I know people buy the NX for the Lexus name but honestly, the Venza is just as good and you will save a lot of money when you compare feature to feature. Great video and thank you for sharing about the Venza. We are seeing more and more of them here.

Sales are bad not because no one wants one. BUT because no one can get a Venza. Supply chain problems. I was lucky to find a 2023 Venza Limited. I am a empty nester. It's the perfect car for me !

This car has been a HOT sale here in Canada. Specifically in Alberta. You see them everywhere. We got the luck of getting our hands on one of the first ones back in January 2021. No complaints with the vehicle. Only lots of fuel savings as is a commuter car for us. Good job on the review.

Everytime I see a Venza on the road, it gives me a real Lexus RX vibe. A 2 generation ago RX. I actually like it, especially the interior.

I bought a 2022 Venza and am averaging about 43 mpg in combined driving.

I've had my 2021 Venza for just over 1 1/2 years -- Love it! Traded my 2015 RAV4 LTD, and the Venza is SO much quieter, better riding, and more powerful vs. the last gen RAV4, and the interior is much better quality. Obviously, the styling limits the cargo capacity a bit, but not that much. ALL the professional road reviews criticize the space, but the cargo space almost exactly matches that of my comp set at a better price --- Audi Q5, BMW X3, Acura RDX, Genesis GV70, and of course Lexus NX -- The cargo capacity of all these compact Lux Crossovers are similar, so Venza is not exactly deficient there. Toyota still reserved some sound insulation for the Lexus version, which is annoying , but still love my Venza for $10K+ less.

Seems like Toyota is creating a hybrid AWD sub-brand by going for near Lexus luxury without Lexus pricing with this Venza and the Crown. I like it.

You were much nicer this time to the Venza, lol. I feel like last time, you had it out for the poor thing. My two cents: I'm buying one. It looks MUCH nicer and the ride is much smoother than the Rav4. The stargazer is awesome (I never open my sunroofs anyway) and the cooled seats sealed the deal.

You will see this model A LOT in Japan . It's one of the best selling SUVs in Japan, named Harrier

One thing I like Venza over the new NX is that it is made in Japan instead of made in US.

I think the 2023 Toyota Venza has a lot of value and would be an excellent car for me at 61 years old and single. I would like to see a digital rear view mirror in the XLE trim.

With a "peanut butter" colored leather of leatherette interior. perfection! I LOVE your channel. Thorough and in-depth reviews.

Those are actually functional vents at 3:44 and 3:50 where I clearly see the openings to the tire well.

I have a 2021 Venza and honestly love the car it really catches my eye. my sister has the 2021 Rav 4 so we always compare our cars. Due to her work, she has to drive out longer distances for work while I drive 10-15 mins locally to my workplace. A great gas saver and looks beautiful enough space for me and my friends when we drive out for a day trip anywhere.

Just bought a 2023 Venza Limited and we love it!!!

Thanks, Car Care Nut! I bought a 2023 Venza Limited with Star Gaze roof, sight unseen, because of this video. Never drove it, either.

i think it is a beautiful design, and like others have stated, lexus looks and quality without the pricetag.

In the USA and Canada we are still missing the 55 mpg Yaris Cross Hybrid which has been on sale in Japan and Europe for about 2 years.

Great review, thanks

All the while even as I heard you saying Venza over and over, I couldn't stop seeing it as a RX 350 which I really love compared to Venzas and Rav4s which I don't like at all because of how they look.

Family has a 2022 Venza and we love it, and the convenience features are great, and the powertrain is so linear and well done. Wish we had the larger display, but other than that, I love the exterior design myself! Btw 3:38 the projector headlights are newly standard for 2023.

Great review!

I drove one as a rental. I can tell you I did not want to give it back - started immediately looking for a reason to buy one

This is what I'm waiting for ☺️

good job on the video, nice and simple, yet automotive vocab!

Great Review

Styling is in the eyes of the beholder Sofyan...more so for the senior drivers, not the younger buyers, in my opinion

Love my ‘21 Limited. Nearly 50k flawless miles. I really hope a Venza Prime is in the cards, as that would be my only real reason to upgrade.

Toyota really needs a Venza prime and a Sienna prime! Also for 2023 the upgraded headlights are standard even on the LE.

Thx for the review. How would you rank this Venza, the CRV Hybrid Touring and the top Tucson hybrid as they relate to comfort and quietness?

I owned a 2022 model year limited edition i really love the look of the car look very handsome i know you don't like the look of venza but still look better than your jeep wranglers plug in hybrid sorry to said that. I really love my venza very much very comfortable and quiet ride good on gas nice interior thanks for your video

Hey, when you talk about the venza sales vs rav4 are you including the gasoline engine rav4 or only hybrid? You need to remember the venza only comes in hybrid which is very hard get, it's been over a year now since I ordered my venza and I'm still waiting, so is the Lexus nx they have gasoline and hybrid so they can sell more.

It’s the Toyota puffer jacket 🧥 for me… love it 😂❤

Love mine !!!! 21 limited it’s great !!!!!!!!!!!’

We have 2021 venza and love the styling. Interior little bit cramped but looks good. As per my opinion best looking Toyota. I prefer venza over too rugged or edgy looks suv.

Those front corner vents are in fact functional.

I have a 2023 Venza!! ❤❤ They are really hard to find. I stumbled across one!!!! So glad I did!!!!!

Have they corrected the easily cracked windshield glass panel? Class suit on this issue is ongoing.

How’s the resolution on the 12 inch screen

3:45 that fog light carries on the legacy of the Lexus RX400h. Only the hybrid models had that kind of fog light I think. The RX330 or RX350 weren't equipped with that kind of fog light.

We love our Venzas. We have our second one. Once you have one, you won’t go to anything else.

The best design language Toyota ever had in the lineups..

how can you say it's starting to look dated when it's only been out for three years. I think it's a good-looking car as were as the Rav4 looked boring and plain inside. Also, the venza is built in Japan, which that alone would make me take it over the Rav4. The Rav4 is nice, but there are everywhere.

This will be my 1st hybrid to buy it Sofyan.

I drive a 2021 Venza limited. The observations in this video are accurate. The car is very “competent, but not engaging” (a great description). In supplementing the video, I’d agree the driver seating is comfortable, especially the lumbar support, but the seat cushion could benefit from a thigh extender. Getting in and out takes my hat off my head: it’s tight. Once inside room is fine. Gas mileage is great, and the back and forth from gas to electric is not noticeable unless you are looking at the display that tells you which one is in use. The engine noise is mentioned in the video, but really it’s nothing to notice. However, tire and road noise is significant and annoying unless you are on a glass-smooth pavement. My car has the older Toyota safety-sense 2.0 and I do hope the newer 2.5 has improved upon the adaptive cruise and especially the lane centering. Also the GPS navigation in my car was out of date from day one- couldn’t find the local post office and puts my house on the wrong side of the street. All in all, Toyota has included many details that are unexpected and the car is good apart from my complaints above.

I like that it has head up display. Even the Crown I have been eyeing doesn’t have that. And it’s cheaper than Crown too.

One of the push-buttons on theJBL Nav/Audio system of my 2003 Camry practically needs a hammer to make it respond. It started going bad over 10 years ago. I would MUCH prefer a knob. I’ve tried using a contact cleaner to little avail. Also, is there a ‘Mute’ button, or other switch, for instant quieting of the system? With volume buttons, it’s ‘press & wait’.

Great vehicle !!!

I've owned 80 autos in my life. Our Venza Limited is truly the best.

it reminds me of the segment that the avalon filled. Not quite an ES but you get practically all the features the ES would get.

I haven’t been able to find one at any dealer in the large metro area I live in just to test drive it. They are all sold before they arrive.

Beautiful car ! This one looks like a Lexus!

We really love our 2016 RAV4 hybrid! We purchased it new and was paid off a long time ago!

Can roof crossbars be added?

Dealers in my area immediately "rustproof" and tape door edges on all cars to charge a $3,000-5,000 for an "advantage" package even if it has Toyoguard from the port.

If you drive both a rav4 hybrid and venza you would never pick the rav4 over the venza. Venza is quieter, has better interior materials, interior looks nicer, feels less rattly, suspension feels like it handles bumps better. It is a no brainer. I sell toyotas.

3:35 thats false. The base LE trim also has the same LED headlights and DRL

I contacted Toyota dealer to order Venza today and they said they don’t take orders for most hybrid models anymore. They take orders for some gasoline models. Is it true?

The side front vents are real because you can see through it.

Thank you for your video. Just want to tell you that those wooden pieces on the doors and central console are not fake. It’s real wood. Toyota intentionally did that way to feel like a real wood when u touch it. Other then that good job 👍

Thanks for the review but I waited one and a half years for my 2023 venza in Toronto so I believe that's the reason for the low number of sales

Completely (sorta) unrelated question. Where is the jacket from? I love the color

Bought a TG LE 2023 Venza; LOVE IT! Best vehicle I've ever bought. I'm 6'2 and the Venza is very comfortable. I'll buy these from here on out if Toyota continues to make them.

just randomly checked toyota canada's website, and I swear they jacked up the price a LOT vs 2021. a limited trim is 54k CAD. i could swear in 2021, they topped out at ~48k. combined with the smaller interior, i'm not surprised they're losing out vs the RAV4

Does it still come with market adjustment$? Kidding. Nice car. When the market cools.

The info. I needed the 15cf. less cargo space in the Venza vs. Rav4

I like the Venza a lot. Make it a PHEV and I'm sold!

It’s obvious you don’t care for the Venza. We get it. I usually enjoy yours reviews, this one however leaves me with a negative feeling.

Voice to adjust temp, fan speed and ventilation would be much safer than putting your life at risk with that touch only Hvac setup. Also needs a standard sunroof option.

8:42 the telescopic steering wheel, again, carries the DNA of Lexus' rx400h. Venza is a RX-in-disguise through and through.

i guess this is better than rav4 because you will not feel boring. it has morden design and mileage is almost same. Thanks for the video

This reminds me of the outback with the shape, but smaller trunk, higher load floor for the trunk, gas cap on the driver's side, and hybrid engine. I still see more new outbacks than these where I live.

He seemed Predetermined to not like the car. His bias is obvious. Or buy a Lexus NX for $10,000 more lol.

Sales number for this car for 2022 are probably low because they are made in Japan and shipped to the US. Whereas the RAV4 is made in America. People in 2022 were/are still on a waitlist for a Venza and are on it for 7 months to a year.

Uhhmmmmm, I'm not an empty nester; however, I AM a professional person who travels A LOT for work. This is who will buy this car.

It's a beautiful, stylish, enough vehicle. Without all the weird lights and corners. Cargo space is perfectly fine. If you need bigger than buy the Grand Highlander. We can't keep these on our lot. Considering this or new Mazda CX70

No exterior changes for the 2023 model year of the Toyota Venza but on the inside the interior it has Toyota’s updated and newer infotainment system and it’s similar to Lexus’s infotainment system.

I like the exterior although smaller then the previous Venza but not too fond or the interior design. Hoping Toyota will over hall it next year.

How is the wind noise on the freeway? I test drove one and was surprised how much I heard the wind noise on the freeway compared to my Camry.

can some 1 please confirm if passenger side has lumbar support or not . thanks

The turn signals need to be higher. I have a feeling many distracted drivers behind me would totally miss those.

I drive a 2021 Venza limited and this version appears to be very similar. The pluses of this car are its mileage and its power train which is very smooth and responsive at all speeds due to the electric assist. The road and wind noise is a bit intrusive, but engine noise is not. However, what I’d like to know is whether the lane centering and adaptive cruise has improved. I have turned off lane centering because it just turns off for no apparent reason now and then, and is easily confused near highway exits. Just can’t trust it. And the adaptive cruise also disengages when the leading vehicle enters a curve and sometimes just for fun. So you have to keep an eye on it to see if it really is working.

Venza, very good car 🚗 👌 👍

Who will buy this? It's practical, upscale enough for me and has long range. Perfect for road trips.

I sat in a 2023 RAV4, as well as a Venza. I just ordered a 2024 Venza through my work. It’s not even a question the difference between the two. If you’re looking for a basic car to get you around or I guess you need towing capacity, the RAV4 is your car. When you sit in it, it feels like an off the assembly line rental car. Perfectly fine for the price. When you sit in the Venza, you feel like you are in a cockpit by comparison, and it feels great. A few annoying aspects to Toyota decision making was to not include heated steering wheel in the XLE or a sunroof. You have to upgrade to the premium trim if you want a heated steering wheel, which is essentially a basic feature in most new cars.

In Canada, it's like an extra 3k for the lexus trim, might pull the trigger

I don’t understand how the NX doesn’t have the frost feature but this does? My friend was deciding between the venza and NX and went with NX since it was better quality all around. But the frost feature missing was bizarre

Only wish they can have Venza's in stock.

Nice car, addresses the negatives of the RAV4 (ie: cheap looking interior). Now, if only Toyota could only make enough of these and the RAV4's so there's no 12 month waiting list. World's biggest carmaker my ass.