Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
18 City / 25 HWY
Horsepower
268
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle michael G
How well it rides, forts, handles and the creature com
It is the perfect car for all of our needs. Whether it is going to the beach. Whether we are going biking. Or whether we are going kayaking.
accountCircle Laura S
Small but comfortable for five grown people.
I love that my Toyota Venza looks small for a family car, but is super comfortable to house five adults inside. The best feature for me personally is its rear view camera and able to recline back seats. Moreover, there is a nice heating system to heat up the passenger and driver seats. Unfortunately, the glass is that strong against Texas highways, as we got a huge crack in the middle of the glass on the front side of the car. The car does make an ugly sound when braking over the years, so that is something that needs to be held accountable for financially to fix that. Lastly, just the exterior of the car is lovely, and I love its round design. Even though the color of our car is black, it does not heat up the car too much on hot days, and back when we lived in Texas, it was not a problem to cool the car quickly. On the other hand, it is a really sturdy car for traveling. We've used this very car to travel via road from California all the way to Florida. It did break down at some point of the trip because we did not add the proper amount of fuel while we were driving through Arizona; however, if you make sure to have the proper amount of fuel then it should not be a problem at all to get you through tougher terrains. It has tons of space in the back if you need it, and the backseats can function to recline forwards to create more flat space in the back if needed for bigger equipment or more groceries or extra packed boxes, etc.
accountCircle Brian W
Venza’s are great for families.
I love my venda! I am in a wheelchair and it is easy to get in and out of as well as hold my family and wheelchair. I have not had any problems with it at all. It is fast and Toyota’s historically last a long time and are easy to repair. I would highly recommend.
accountCircle Shannon B
It's still Toyota certified! Excellent warranties. Four wheel drive works perfectly in the rural snowy area I live.
Like everything about it except hard floor in trunk causes things to move around while driving.
accountCircle Tammie H
My big crossover which is build for my family's life.
My vehicle is really comfortable and has seat adjustments. The seat can be raised higher and can go back when needed. I have 2 sunroofs. The back seat is very spacious. There is a lot of legroom for a tall person. The trunk space is large and there is a cover to hide the trunk contents. The rearview camera makes backing up safer and the Bluetooth allows for hands free talking.
accountCircle Kris C
Perfect size for individuals or small families. Room for pups in the hatchback area.
The Toyota Venza is the perfect size, not too big or too small. It provides ample room with the hatchback and you can also fold down the seats for more space. My only complaint is that Toyota discontinued making the Venza. I've had two and would like a third.
accountCircle Amanda D
Love the gas mileage! And space.
My 2013 Toyota Venza has some really great qualities. It has great gas mileage, and can get me to and from my job easily. The car ride is extremely smooth, feels more like I am floating on air instead of driving a huge SUV. The rear view camera is wide and lets you see all of your surroundings.
accountCircle Rachel H
I love my Toyota Venza! Fully loaded and plenty of space for passengers.
I bought my car used with 84, 000 miles on it. I have had it almost 2 years and I still absolutely love it! I have had zero issues with it so far. It came fully loaded and it was a lot nicer of a vehicle than I had planned to get. I'll be driving it until it will go no more! Mine came with a back up camera, plenty of places to plug in chargers and various electronics. There’s a touch screen for the radio, GPS, etc. Leather interior with heated seats. We have room for bulky rear facing car seats for 2 children and room in between for someone to sit in between, if needed.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kendel W
Toyota Venza, comforter level. Performance review.
Reliable, comfortable. It would be better if it was a v6 and not a 4 cylinder. Has terrible blind spot so an aftermarket mirror had to be purchased. Seats are comfortable, the back seats fold down for extra storage space when needed. Great gas mileage! I have not had any mechanical issues with this car, overall it is a nice SUV crossover vehicle.
accountCircle Epita P
2013 Toyota Venza se pros/cons.
It is a great car, very reliable, very comfortable, very roomy. I do not like the mileage I get per gallon and I am not a fan of wagons in general but because the car is so reliable I proceeded with the purchase. It is a 5 seater with big roomy seats and a very large cargo space.
accountCircle Jennifer W
Venza. Great for young drivers and old people.
It is a nice vehicle. Very roomy. Easy to drive around. My complaint is that it has no get up and go. It will not go fast. Eventually it will, but I joke “it goes zero to sixty in three days”. I miss my v6 Camry. I'll never receive a speeding ticket with this car.
accountCircle Thomas J
Parts are more expensive than other cars that I have had.
It is reliable, but parts seem to be more expensive than other cars I've had. The equipment is not matched up... Like it has leather seats but they are not heated. It is a V6 with more options than most of the higher trim levels, but it is now worth less because it's a fully loaded base model.
accountCircle Meggie O
Totally reliable with average gas mileage. Keeps your buns warm in winter!
It is too noisy from windows, making it hard to hear the radio. It is too big. And tire replacement requires a specialized size. Toyota seems to make vehicles that are very reliable and perform well overall. The gas mileage is average. I love the warming seats in the winter!
accountCircle Peggy W
Do not get the cloth seats.
The venza is a fine car, just not the most comfortable ride I have ever had. Bought it new, have never had any problems with it, make sure I do the regular maintenance.
accountCircle Suleyka P
There is no highlights or interesting details about this car, is very basic.
This vehicle has given no problems at all since I bought. Very reliable mechanical wise. It waste a lot of gasoline though and is also too small, need a car with a third row. I have 3 children now and I feel that I should have gotten myself into a bigger car initially.
accountCircle Steven Y
It is a sports truck, so it's good to have a big trunk.
It is a decent car, the smoothness of the car when driving on the road could be improved much more. I have only had the car for 4 years, and it is held up nicely. In general Toyotas do make pretty efficient cars, you do get a decent amount of mileage out of this car.

Toyota Venza Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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LE
268 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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XLE
268 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Limited
268 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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2013 Toyota Venza Owner Reviews

4.49
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5 stars 61%
4 stars 27%
3 stars 12%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Aaron R on December 20, 2021
BEST CAR TOYOTA EVER MADE
AWD, V6, 3500lb tow, 20" rims, elegant simple interior. Tough, Reliable, Sporty. WAGON! Comfortable for 2 kids. I have DRIVEN this car, just turned 130k. No problems at all. LOVE THIS CAR!!! It is like a sienna, highlander, and a camery all in one, yet better than all three
accountCircle Colleen P on May 27, 2021
Best vehicle ever that I have ever owned.
We I have my census baby. We travel around the USA and Canada a lot each year. Best driving car I have ever owned. I love the mini fridge in the front. Keeps drinks cold without having to drag a cooler around. Gets great gas mileage. It is the best. I love it. Flag to know it is back in town.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Brittany B.

Reliability, mechanically sound, comfortable. I've had no difficulties with this car and it has been great, no problems, very reliable. Gas mileage is good for the size of the car. I would recommend this car to others except they stopped producing it.

likeFilled Stephanie L.

The pros are is that it has a quiet engine. It runs smooth. You can control the radio from the steering wheel. It does have Bluetooth so you can talk on the phone hands free. It has decent gas mileage. The radio is clear.

likeFilled Stephanie L.

The pros of a 2013 Toyota Venza are: it has great reliability, comfortable ride, good cargo space for its size. It drives smooth, the engine is fairly quiet, it can fit 5 people, very good for families.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Brittany B.

It's the lower model, so no hatch assist, no heated seats. Electronics options are pretty limited. Road noise increases with age. Limited inside lighting, so it is pretty dark and hard to see in the dark as the lights are limited and not bright.

dislikeFilled Stephanie L.

I would say that the only con of having a Toyota Venza would be that it could have a little bit better gas mileage. It is not bad but it could be better. Other than that there is nothing that I would complain about.

dislikeFilled Stephanie L.

On my car I cannot get navigation (which would be nice to have). It has lackluster handling and some of the cabin materials are cheap. Other than that I do not have any cons about the 2013 Toyota Venza.

Ranks #9 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2013 Toyota Venza has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 21 other Midsize SUVs.

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4.84
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4.62
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4.48

Ranks #4 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Toyota Venza has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #4 of 21 other Midsize SUVs.

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33 MPG
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30 MPG
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25 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the 2013 Toyota Venza transmission problems?

Answer: The 2013 Toyota Venza transmission problems are slipping and fluid leaks. The transmission fluid needs to be replaced every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Along with fluid changes, terrible sounds will come from the...

What are the windshield wiper sizes for the 2013 Toyota Venza?

Answer: The windshield wiper sizes on the 2013 Toyota Venza are 26 inches for the driver's side and 22 inches for the passenger's side. The rear of the vehicle has a wiper size of 12 inches. You can purchase wiper...

What is the recommended oil type for the 2013 Toyota Venza?

Answer: The 2013 Toyota Venza comes in five different configurations -- the LE, the LE V6, the XLE, the XLE V6, and the Limited V6. The smaller 2.7L 4Cylinder engine of the lower trim levels requires the use of 4.6...

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Safety & Reliability

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