It would be recalled that the Toyota Venza made a comeback in 2021 after its discontinuation in 2015. For the 2023 model year, the Venza is debuting with a new Nightshade Edition which is based on the XLE trim level. The new Nightshade Edition is available in three premium exterior colors – Celestial Black, Wind Chill Pearl, or Ruby Flare Red. We will be reviewing the full specifications, release date, and price of the 2023 Toyota Venza in Nigeria.
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The build and architecture
The new 2023 Toyota Venza is assembled on the Toyota’s New Global Architecture K (TNGA-K) platform that underpins many of the company’s sedans and crossovers, including luxury models.
It offers room for five occupants. Standard on the Nightshade trim is the luxurious Star Gaze panoramic roof while also available on the Limited grade as an option. The Star Gaze panoramic roof is not new to the model, it has been there since its latest debut in 2021. Star Gaze panoramic roof features a panoramic glass roof that allows drivers to switch from transparent to a frosted mode in a matter of seconds using the ON/OFF button. In frosted mode, the brightness of the interior is reduced while reducing direct sunlight, giving the cabin an even more open, airy, and inviting feeling.
What’s new in the 2023 Toyota Venza?
New on the 2023 Toyota Venza is the latest Toyota Safety Sense 2.5. The package includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection that features enhancements over the previous generation, including the ability to detect an oncoming vehicle or a pedestrian at intersections when making a turn. This system is designed to detect vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists and improve audio/visual alerts and automatic braking in certain conditions. The Emergency steering assist has been added to the package to help detect pedestrians and stabilize the driver’s emergency evasive steering maneuvers and help prevent lane departure.
Also standard on the TSS 2.5 is the Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC). The Lane Departure Alert is designed to notify the driver via an audible alert if it senses the vehicle is leaving the lane without engaging a turn signal.
Automatic High Beams are designed to detect oncoming vehicles and automatically switch between high beam and low beam headlights. This helps reduce accidents on the road. Recognizing road sign information is now easy with the Road Sign Assist, this system recognizes road sign information using a forward-facing camera and displays them on the multi-information display (MID).
Also standard on the 2023 Venza is the Toyota’s Rear Seat Reminder. This feature can note whether a rear door was opened within 10 minutes of the vehicle being turned on, or any time after the vehicle has been turned on, with a reminder message in the instrument cluster after the engine is turned off, accompanied by multitone chimes.
In addition to the TSS 2.5 system, other standard safety features include the Blind Spot Monitor which is designed to help detect and warn you of vehicles approaching or positioned in the adjacent lanes. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert can offer added peace of mind by helping to detect vehicles approaching from either side while backing out and alerting you with a visual and audible warning. Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking is designed to provide warning and if needed, implement brake control when there’s a possibility of a collision with a stationary object or an approaching vehicle while parking.
Hybrid powertrain
Standard on the 2023 Venza is the Toyota Hybrid System II which combines a high-efficiency 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine with three electric motors and a lithium-ion battery. The gas engine employs a Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system with an Electric motor (VVT-iE) on the intake camshaft and VVT-i on the exhaust camshaft. A variable cooling system (electric water pump and electric thermostat) and a fully variable oil pump further help improve engine efficiency.
The engine and the hybrid system produce a combined 219 horsepower. The engine speed is synchronized with vehicle speed, yielding effortless and quiet acceleration.
Drive modes
Three drive modes are available on the new Venza for optimum performance, they include NORMAL, ECO, EV, and SPORT.
SPORT mode enhances and sharpens the throttle response, making fuel efficiency more fun.
ECO mode changes the throttle and environmental logic to help the driver focus on maximum mileage from the fuel and battery.
The NORMAL mode is an ideal drive mode for everyday driving while the EV mode allows electric-only driving at low speed for short distances.
The Regenerative braking
The regenerative braking captures the energy of the turning wheel as the vehicle slows, sending ut ti the hybrid battery. For greater control when driving in hilly areas, the driver can use a sequential shifting feature to “downshift” to increase regenerative braking in steps.
Reading the Road for Maximum MPG
Venza’s Predictive Efficient Drive (PED) technology uses navigation system operation to analyze driving habits and memorize road and traffic conditions to help optimize hybrid battery charging. When the driver selects PED, the system learns repeating routes and is designed to predict when and where the vehicle is likely to slow down or stop. Then, through optimum accelerator pedal release timing guidance, PED can help the driver to reduce energy consumption.
PED can also help optimize battery charging and discharge ahead of hills or traffic congestion. When approaching a downhill section, for example, the system is designed to apply additional engine braking force to charge the hybrid battery more efficiently after the accelerator pedal is released.
Wheels
Standard on the 2023 Venza LE is the 18-inch multi-spoke two-tone alloy wheels, while the XLE and Limited Edition comes with 19-inch multi-spoke super chrome-finished alloy wheels as standard.
Exclusive on the Nightshade Edition is the gloss black versions of the 19-inch wheels.
Luxury interior design
New on the Venza is the standard 8-way power driver’s seat on all grades as well as an eight-way power passenger seat on the Limited grade. The power driver’s seat automatically moves to its rearmost position to make entering and exiting the vehicle easier.
Also standard on the Limited grade are the ventilated front seats which draw cool air from the air conditioning system into the seat for added comfort. Venza employs S-FLOW air conditioning technology which directs cool air only to occupied seats, thereby enhancing comfort and helping to reduce energy consumption.
A 12.3-in display with a climate control system operated with Intelligent Touch capacitive controls is now standard on the Limited and XLE grades.
2023 Venza offers 28.8 cu. ft. of carrying space behind the second row and 55.1 cu. ft. total with the rear seatback folded. When not in use, the standard tonneau cover can be stored in a space beneath the cargo area deck. Cupholders can accommodate large drink sizes, while the center stack tray can handle the largest iPhone models. Door bottle holders can take 24-oz bottles.
Audio and Multimedia systems
The 2023 Venza offers cutting-edge entertainment and connectivity through intuitive and versatile Toyota audio systems. The 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen is standard on LE including a 6-speaker audio system with a 4-channel amplifier for clean, powerful sound for all types of music. For 2023, XLE will be upgraded to a 12.3-in Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen as standard. Additionally, for 2023, all Venza models have the new Toyota Audio Multimedia system, upgraded USB ports with one USB Type-A and two USB Type-C ports as well as an updated fourth-generation Qi wireless charger. Qi wireless charger in the form of a fourth-generation version.
High-tech visibility
The previously available 10-inch color Head-Up Display is now standard on Limited grades for 2023 which projects vital information at eye level, including speedometer, hybrid system indicator, and TSS 2.5 functions.
Venza’s available digital rearview mirror with HomeLink universal transceiver helps the driver see what’s behind the vehicle. At the flip of a switch, the mirror provides the driver with a wide, unobstructed view from a rear camera. The mirror also helps reduce glare from headlights. To further aid outward visibility, the Limited grade comes standard with Bird’s Eye View Camera with Perimeter Scan, which provides a panoramic overhead view of the vehicle’s surroundings. Rain sensing wipers are also now standard on the Limited grade for even more convenience in 2023.
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of the 2023 Toyota Venza
The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of the 2023 Toyota Venza starts from $34,000.
Price of 2023 Toyota Venza in Nigeria
The price of a 2023 Toyota Venza in Nigeria starts from 40,000,000 Naira.
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Quick facts about the 2023 Toyota Venza
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Venza |
| Model year | 2023 |
| Engine | 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine + Hybrid |
| Wheels | 18-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels |
| Power | 219 hp |
| Price in Nigeria | $34,000 |
| MSRP | 40,000,000 Naira |
