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Toyota Venza I (AV10, facelift 2012) 2.7i (181 Hp) AWD ECT-i
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Toyota Venza:
The Toyota Venza is a five-passenger mid-size crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Toyota primarily for the North American market, beginning with its introduction in 2008 and now in its second generation — with a hiatus for model years 2018–2020.
The first-generation Venza was based on the XV40 series Camry platform and marketed between 2008 and 2017 — and shared the platform with the AL10 series Lexus RX. The second-generation model is a rebadged Japanese-market XU80 series Harrier and has been sold since September 2020....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (AV10, facelift 2012) Overview:
Toyota Venza (I (AV10, facelift 2012)). With 247 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1789 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.7i (181 Hp) AWD ECT-i Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4-cylinder engine with AWD offers sufficient power for most situations, with the added traction for adverse conditions, though acceleration is modest.
Fuel Economy
Slightly less economical than its FWD counterpart, but still a more fuel-efficient option than the V6 AWD, balancing cost and capability.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Smooth and quiet ride quality
- • Highly reliable Toyota engines
- • Available all-wheel drive for versatility
- • Generous cargo capacity
Cons:
- • Styling may not appeal to everyone
- • V6 engine can be thirsty, especially in city driving
- • 2.7L 4-cylinder can feel underpowered when fully loaded
- • Interior design can feel dated compared to some rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (AV10): 2008 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Venza |
| Generation: | I (AV10, facelift 2012) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.7i (181 Hp) AWD ECT-i |
| Start of production: | May, 2012 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 181 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 67.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 247 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1AR-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 1AR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 2672 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, D-VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV-II |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 101.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 138.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1789 |
| Max. weight: | 2341 |
| Max load: | 552 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1988 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 974 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 454 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 67 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4801 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1905 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1610 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2776 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1631 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1636 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 206 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | ECT-i |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 325 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 297 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/55 R19 103S |
| Wheel rims size | 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | McPherson |
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