Toyota Venza joins lineup for 2009
The 2008 North American International Auto Show in Detroit played host to the unveiling of the all-new 2009 Toyota Venza crossover. Toyota calls it a “crossover sedan” that will compete with the Murano and the Edge, but we are not sure Toyota needs yet another fake SUV in its range alongside the RAV-4 and the Highlander.
Powered by either a 268 hp 3.5L V6 or a 188 hp 2.7L inline-4, the American-designed and built Venza will be sold as a single trim level vehicle. The primary differences are that the 3.5 gets dual exhausts and 20-inch wheels, while the 2.7 has a single outlet and 19-inchers. Both engines are connected to a six-speed automatic with sequential shift.
Inside, the five-seater Venza has an upscale-looking cockpit with contrast-piped leather seats and a panoramic glass roof. Additional optional equipment will include a navigation system equipped with a JBL audio system, integrated satellite radio capability, a premium JBL audio system with AM/FM six-disc CD changer, satellite radio capability and Bluetooth, rear seat entertainment system, a Smart Key System, back-up camera and a power rear door.
We like to think of it as a poor man’s Lexus RX350.
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Cool pic. There are some more photos of the 2009 Toyota Venza right here:
http://www.thecarconnection.com/scrapbook-popup.asp?ScrapbookID=1580
George Musgrave
23 Jan 08 at 11:55 pm