Toyota Venza First generation

Toyota Venza First generation
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The Toyota Venza First generation (2009–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GV10 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,800 mm TC4,800 mm
Width1,910 mm TC1,905 mm
Height1,610 mm TC1,610 mm
Wheelbase2,780 mm TC2,775 mm
Front track1,630 mm TC–
Rear track1,630 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,705–1,835 kg TC1,835 kg
Performance
Top speed–180 km/h
0–100 km/h–9.9–10.5 s
Torque–247 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2012: ★★★★☆ · 2013–2015: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

453 complaints for model years 2009–2015. 66 crashes · 9 fires · 56 injuries · 1 death

  • Speed control 61
  • Electrical system 58
  • Airbags 55
  • Brakes 49
  • Seats 37
  • Visibility and wipers 35

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 12 versions of the Toyota Venza First generation

United States 6 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–20152.7 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA230–244 g/km
2009–20152.7 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2011–20153.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA257–263 g/km
2010–20153.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263–264 g/km
2009–2010CLKUP3.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2009CLKUP3.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km

Canada 6 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–2016Sport utility vehicle: Small2.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic10.0–10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle230–244 g/km
2015–2016Sport utility vehicle: Small3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic10.9–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle251–263 g/km
2010–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Small2.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle235 g/km
2012–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Small3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.0–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle253–260 g/km
2010–2012Sport utility vehicle2.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle228 g/km
2009–2011Sport utility vehicle3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic10.9–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle251–262 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.