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Toyota Venza Reliability Grade

B+Overall

Above-average reliability

EngineA-
TransmissionA-

Grade a specific Toyota Venza

Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.

The Toyota Venza earns a B+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A- for its engine and an A- for its transmission. It ranks 2nd of 13 compact SUVs we grade. Its engine (A-) and transmission (A-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 368 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

Toyota Venza reliability by year

Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.

2009C2010B-2011A-2012A2013A-2014A-2015A2021C-2022C+2023B+2024A

Best years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015

Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.

How long does the Toyota Venza last?

190,000Estimated lifespan (miles)

A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.

Known Toyota Venza problems

We track 2 known problem areas for the Toyota Venza, including which model years they affect. They're in the full report, along with miles remaining and a deal score for the car you're looking at.

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Toyota Venza vs. other compact SUVs

ModelEngineTrans.Overall
Toyota RAV4 A- A A-
Nissan Rogue B+ B- B+
Mazda CX-5 B+ B+ B+
Toyota Venza A- A- B+
Honda CR-V B- B+ B
Chevrolet Equinox C+ B+ B
Kia Sportage C- B+ B
Subaru Forester B+ B B
Volkswagen Tiguan B- B+ B
GMC Terrain C B- C+
Hyundai Tucson D C+ C
Ford Escape F F F
Jeep Cherokee C- F F

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Toyota Venza reliability FAQ

Is the Toyota Venza reliable?

Above-average reliability. The Toyota Venza earns a B+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A- for its engine and an A- for its transmission. It ranks 2nd of 13 compact SUVs we grade. Its engine (A-) and transmission (A-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 368 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

How many miles will a Toyota Venza last?

We estimate a well-maintained Toyota Venza lasts around 190,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.

What are the best years for the Toyota Venza?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Toyota Venza model years are 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.

What Toyota Venza years should I avoid?

No Toyota Venza model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.

Is the Toyota Venza transmission reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Toyota Venza transmission an A- (excellent reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.

Is the Toyota Venza engine reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Toyota Venza engine an A- (excellent reliability).