2012 Venza vs. 2012 Honda Crosstourdecember 2011
Top Venza Advantages Over Crosstour
In 2010, Honda introduced the Crosstour, a variation on the highly popular Accord theme. Its objective was to retain the look and feel of a midsize sedan while integrating a rear hatch for easier access to an expanded cargo area. The Crosstour received a mixed response in its debut year. But given the Accord pedigree, it should still be considered a formidable competitor in 2012.
Still, Venza offers customers numerous advantages over Crosstour, as documented by this Edge.
� prACTiCAl perfOrmAnCeVenza V6 and Crosstour are a virtual match based on horsepower and fuel-economy numbers. But when it comes to day-to-day driving experience, Venza has the advantage. �more maneuverable Venza is shorter overall and has a tighter turning circle, handy when parking or working your way through traffic. �more braking power Venza has bigger front ventilated disc brakes, where stopping power is needed most. � Agile handling Venza has bigger wheels and tires, resulting in a larger tire-contact patch for control and handling. �more engine control Venza’s transmission has sequential shift and six forward gears compared with Crosstour’s five gears. This allows for greater driving involvement and enhanced performance.
� pASSenGerS pAmperedCrosstour might be bigger on the outside, but Venza is actually bigger on the inside. � easier access Venza’s step-in height is lower than Crosstour’s, easing access for passengers or when installing a child safety seat. �more passenger room Venza’s cabin offers more overall space for passengers than Crosstour’s, including more head room, shoulder room and hip room both front and rear.
� fully featured Venza XLE V6 FWD comes with such amenities as power liftgate, windshield-wiper de-icer and Smart Key System—features that aren’t available on Crosstour EX. Venza’s impressive list of available features extends the advantage.
� CArGO friendlyVenza’s rear hatch and clever storage compartments supersede Crosstour on the practical side, too. �more room for big items Venza’s cargo area is significantly bigger, whether the back seat is up or down. And its extra-large center console creates more options for smaller items. �more choice in roof storage Venza customers can opt for a plain roofline, allowing for roof rails and/or a roof rack for even more storage space. Crosstour comes standard with a moonroof, so roof storage isn’t an option.
� VAlue leAderVenza may cost less to own, based on a lower purchase price and mechanical differences that can save on maintenance. � lower mSrp Venza is offered at a lower base MSRP than Crosstour, even though Venza is very well equipped in standard trim. � longer-lasting timing chain Venza’s timing chain is designed to last the life of the engine. Crosstour’s timing belt must be replaced every 90,000 miles. � Better fuel economy Venza consumes less gasoline in city driving based on EPA estimates, potentially saving money over the life of the vehicle. � lower predicted ownership costs IntelliChoice calculates Venza’s five-year ownership costs to be $2,777 less than that for Crosstour (based on 2011 models).
2012 Honda Crosstour EX
2012 Venza
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Over Crosstour
2012 Honda Crosstour EX
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20I2 VENZA vs. 20I2 HONDA CROSSTOUR
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Honda offers the Crosstour in just two grades: a well-equipped base model and a step up that includes leather interior as well as other premium amenities. What follows are lists of many of these two grades’ key features.
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Engine
3.5-liter 24-valve SOHC V6
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Driveline
Front-wheel drive
Standard Features
Driver and front-passenger airbags
Front seat-mounted side airbags
Side curtain airbags
Anti-lock braking system
Electronic brake-force distribution
Stability control
Traction control
AM/FM/6-CD/MP3 audio system
Auxiliary audio input jack
Daytime running lights
Dual automatic climate control
Cruise control
Remote keyless entry
Power driver’s seat with height adjustment
Power front-passenger’s seat
Rear 60/40 split-folding seat
Power tilt and telescoping steering column
17-inch alloy wheels
225/65R17 tires
Temporary spare tire
Power-adjustable heated side mirrors
Power windows and door locks
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Honda Crosstour at a Glance
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The EX-L differs from the EX by adding:
Driveline
All-wheel drive
Standard Features
Bluetooth® connectivity
AM/FM/6-CD/MP3 premium audio system with XM Satellite Radio®
USB audio interface
Voice-activated controls
Automatic headlights with auto on/off and dusk sensor
Dual automatic climate control with sun sensor
Memory power-adjustable heated side mirrors with automatic tilt-down
Memory power-adjustable heated driver’s and front-passenger’s seats
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Leather-trimmed shift knob
Leather-trimmed seats
HomeLink® garage-door transmitter
Removable cargo-area cover
18-inch alloy wheels
225/60R18 tires
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Venza limited V6 fWd and AWd
2012 Honda Crosstour EX
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2012 Honda Crosstour EX
20I2 VENZA vs. 20I2 HONDA CROSSTOUR
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more maneuverable
Venza’s smaller footprint translates into a tighter turning circle. That makes Venza easier to drive when space is at a premium, such as when parking or negotiating heavy traffic.
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Venza AdvantagesA Closer Look
Venza Crosstour
Overall length (in.) 189.0 196.8
Turning diameter (ft.) 39.1 40.2
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Agile handling
Venza has bigger wheels and tires than Crosstour. The larger tire-contact patch at all four corners contributes directly to enhanced handling performance.
Venza V6 Crosstour EX
Alloy wheels (in.) 20 17
Tires 245/50R20 225/65R17
easier access
Venza’s doors are wider and taller than Crosstour’s. This makes it easier for passengers to get into and out of Venza. And it simplifies a parent’s task of installing a child safety seat.
Venza Crosstour Toyota Advantage
Head room, front/rear (in.) 39.6/39.3 39.5/37.5 0.1/1.8
Leg room, front/rear (in.) 40.3/39.1 42.2/37.4 --/1.7
Shoulder room, front/rear (in.) 60.0/59.1 57.8/56.2 2.2/2.9
Hip room, front/rear (in.) 56.0/56.5 55.3/53.9 0.7/2.6
Passenger volume (cu. ft.) 108.0 101.4 6.6
more passenger roomOnce inside, Venza’s cabin offers more space for passengers, including more head room, shoulder room and hip room in both the front and rear seats. And Venza’s rear seats recline. Crosstour doesn’t offer that comfort feature.
Fully featuredVenza XLE includes several comfort and convenience features as standard that aren’t available on the Crosstour EX.
Venza XLE Crosstour EX
Driver’s knee airbag Standard Not available
Power liftgate Standard Not availableWindshield-wiper de-icer Standard Not available
Smart Key System Standard Not available
Back-up camera Standard Not available
more braking power
Venza’s ventilated front disc brakes are larger in diameter than Crosstour’s. That’s where extra stopping power is most needed and has the biggest impact on braking performance.
Venza Crosstour
Ventilated disc brakes, front (in.)
12.8 11.7
more engine control
Venza’s sequential shift transmission is more sophisticated than Crosstour’s. And it has more gears, including a lower first gear, a higher overdrive and more closely spaced gears in between. This contributes to greater engine control, more driving involvement and better overall performance.
Venza Crosstour
Transmission type Sequential shift/automatic Automatic
Number of gears 6 5
Venza Crosstour
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Highlander
� CArGO friendly more room for big items
Whether the rear seat is up or folded down, Venza offers more room for cargo than Crosstour. One reason why: Honda’s choice of a double-wishbone rear suspension significantly narrows the cargo space at the wheel wells, making it more difficult to accommodate wide items.
Highlander
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Venza Crosstour Toyota Advantage
Cargo space with rear seat up (cu.ft.)1
30.7 25.7 5.0
Cargo space with rear seat down (cu.ft.)1
70.2 51.3 18.9
more options for small items
Toyota’s engineers found a way to mount the transmission shifter in the dashboard rather than between the front bucket seats. This opens up space for an extra-large 14.7-liter center console that Crosstour can’t match. Among other design innovations, the console integrates a wire- management system for cell phones and MP3 players.
Lower mSrP
Though Venza boasts a generous list of standard features, its base price is lower than Crosstour’s. This saves customers money at the point of purchase.
MSRP2
Venza LE V6 FWD $30,060
Crosstour EX FWD $31,150
Savings $1,090
Longer-lasting timing chain
Venza’s V6 engine uses a timing chain designed to last the life of its engine. Crosstour’s timing belt must be replaced after 90,000 miles—a significant maintenance expense.
Venza Crosstour
Timing belt/chain material Stainless steel Reinforced
fiberglass
Maintenance interval Life of engine 90,000 miles
Venza Crosstourmore choice in roof storage
Venza customers can go with the standard roofline with roof rails or choose between the available roof rack and panoramic glass roof with power moonroof. The roof rails can carry up to 45 pounds with the weight evenly distributed across the rails and not directly on the roof. Crosstour customers have no choice: It comes standard with a moonroof. This further extends Venza’s cargo-carrying advantage on Crosstour.
Venza Crosstour
better fuel economy
Based on EPA estimates, a V6-powered Venza goes further on a gallon of gas in city driving than Crosstour. The choice of a 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine only increases Venza’s advantage on this front. Either way, Venza owners can potentially save money over the life of the vehicle.
Venza CrosstourEPA-est. fuel economy3, V6 FWD, city/highway (mpg)
19/26 18/27
EPA-est. fuel economy3, I4 FWD, city/highway (mpg)
21/27 Not available
Lower predicted ownership costs
IntelliChoice4 calculates Venza’s five-year ownership costs to be $2,771 less than those for Crosstour (based on 2011 models).
2011 Venza FWD
2011 Crosstour FWD
Depreciation $11,897 $13,518Financing 2,887 3,184Insurance 6,560 6,940State fees 499 528Fuel 9,457 10,183Maintenance 2,208 1,922Repairs 587 5975-year totals $34,095 $36,872
Venza AdvantagesA Closer Look
Competitive Comparison reflects most current information available for stated model year vehicle. Competitive vehicle data sourced from Auto Planner and from competitor websites November 2011. All information is believed to be correct at date of printing and is subject to change without notice.
1 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. 2 MSRP includes delivery, processing and handling fee. Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. Actual dealer price may vary. 3 EPA-estimated mpg. Actual mileage will vary. 4 2011 IntelliChoice®, Inc. (www.intellichoice.com).
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What’S neW For 2010
Venza V6 shown in Tropical Sea Metallic
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2010 venzaVenza stakes out new space in personal transportation, incorporating utility and roominess
while maintaining essentials such as easy entry/exit, performance, a sleek side profile and unrivaled interior features to deliver optimal comfort. A product of Toyota’s U.S. design and engineering teams, Venza’s bold design delivers on their goal of blending the space and utility of an SUV with the comfort and smoothness of a sedan.
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Venza raises the standard to new levels by combining elegance, innovation, comfort
and utility in one sleek and sporty vehicle. With seating for five, easy entry and exit, a
car-like ride and functional utility, Venza delivers a new level of driving enjoyment and
flexible practicality.Full compliment of advanced safety features
Drivers and passengers can enjoy peace of mind thanks to Toyota’s Star Safety
System™, a collection of safety features that includes the Anti-lock Braking System,
Traction Control, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist† and Vehicle
Stability Control†. Other standard safety features include 7 airbags†, front active
headrests†, front and rear side curtain airbags† and front seat-mounted side airbags†.
comfort and convenience features for all passengers
The Venza interior offers surprising roominess, comfort and utility for the driver and
passengers. The lower rocker design allows occupants to more easily step in and out
of the vehicle than a typical sedan, while the rear hatch provides a low cargo height
that allows for easy loading and unloading of luggage and outdoor gear. Inside, there’s
ample room for all five passengers and abundant SUV-like cargo space behind the
second row of seats. Easy-to-use levers, one on each side of the rear cargo area,
allow the 60/40 split rear seats to fold flat, providing additional storage space for extra
long items. contemporary styling that is anything but ordinary
One look at Venza and it’s clear that there’s a dynamically different design approach
at work. From the distinctive grille and fog lamps to its wraparound tail lights that
interconnect with the hatch door, Venza displays aerodynamically sculpted exterior
lines and a bold, sporty stance. The distinctive look carries over into the interior,
where the creative design includes the flowing instrumentation panel that creates a
unique 60/60 design to give both driver and front passenger the look and feeling that
60 percent of the instrument panel is accessible from their seating position.
Toyota quality and durability As the newest addition to Toyota’s legendary lineup of passenger cars, Venza is
designed and built to the same high standards of quality and durability to ensure
long-lasting performance and customer satisfaction.
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Blends the best of SUV utility with mid-size sedan ride
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Comfort and convenience features for all passengers
Contemporary styling that is anything but ordinary
Toyota has a history of quality and durability
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• 4-cyl. or available V6 engine, with 6-speed automatic
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