2012
Toyota Venza
Starts at:
$27,425
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$11,966 $249 price drop12 mi away -
$13,368101 mi away -
$11,987146 mi away -
$7,867148 mi away
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Notable features
Hatchback styling
Seats five
Four-cylinder or V-6
Optional AWD
Optional panoramic moonroof
The good & the bad
The good
Comfortable seats
Quiet cabin
Cargo room
V-6 acceleration
Generous storage areas
The bad
Firm ride
Sloppy handling
Mushy brakes
Unresponsive transmission
Rear sight lines
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$11,966 $249 price drop12 mi away
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Safety review
Based on the 2012 Toyota Venza base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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4/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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2/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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3/5
- Overall side crash rating
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5/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
15.5%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
15.5%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Best car we’ve ever owned we’re at 200,000 miles and
Best car we’ve ever owned we’re at 200,000 miles and still runs like new, the only thing I’ve replaced so far other than tires and battery is the starter at 175,000 miles.
The one thing that keeps breaking are the sun visors,I’ve probably replaced them 3 times already,other than that it’s a very reliable car I would definitely
- Purchased a New car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does recommend this car
Why is there so many people complaining about leaking
Why is there so many people complaining about leaking inside the car from the sunroof. Cheap naterials. Need a recall on this item. Seems like all Venza's are having the same problem.
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does not recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2012 Toyota Venza?
The 2012 Toyota Venza is available in 3 trim levels:
- LE (12 styles)
- Limited (6 styles)
- XLE (12 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2012 Toyota Venza?
The 2012 Toyota Venza offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Toyota Venza?
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Is the 2012 Toyota Venza reliable?
The 2012 Toyota Venza has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Toyota Venza owners.
Is the 2012 Toyota Venza a good SUV?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Toyota Venza. 94.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.6
- Interior: 4.6
- Performance: 4.5
- Value: 4.6
- Exterior: 4.6
- Reliability: 4.8
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