2009 Toyota Venza AWD V6

Powered by Toyota’s 3.5-liter DOHC V6 with VVT-i, the 2009 Venza AWD V6 produces 268 horsepower and 246 lb-ft of torque and is routed through a six-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is handled by Toyota’s active torque-split AWD system, which automatically varies front/rear torque bias to maintain traction in changing conditions.

Factory-equipped features and equipment (as fitted to V6 AWD models) include:

- Powertrain and chassis
- 3.5L V6 engine with variable valve timing (VVT-i).
- Six-speed automatic transmission with driver-selectable manual shift mode.
- Active torque-split all-wheel drive system for improved traction.
- Independent front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension tuned for a balance of comfort and control.
- Four-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist.

- Exterior
- Body-colored bumpers and door handles.
- Factory alloy wheels.
- Heated, power-adjustable side mirrors (power folding on some configurations).
- Multi-reflector halogen headlamps; fog lamps available on higher equipment levels.
- Roof rails for carrying cargo or roof-rack accessories.
- Rear privacy glass and a liftgate with integrated wiper.

- Interior and seating
- Five-passenger seating with a 60/40 split-folding rear bench to expand cargo space.
- Adjustable driver’s seating position (power adjust on higher trims), manually adjustable passenger seat on base versions.
- Cloth seating surfaces as standard; leather upholstery and heated front seats were available on higher trim levels.
- Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with integrated audio and cruise controls.
- Dual-zone automatic climate control to maintain separate driver and passenger temperature settings.
- Ample interior storage including door pockets, a center console bin, cupholders and grocery hooks in the cargo area.

- Convenience and electrical
- Power windows and power door locks with remote keyless entry.
- Integrated trip computer and multi-information display showing fuel economy and other vehicle data.
- Cruise control and intermittent windshield wipers.
- Interior lighting and illuminated entry system.

- Audio and connectivity
- AM/FM stereo with a CD player and MP3 capability.
- Auxiliary audio input jack for portable devices and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls.
- Higher trim/audio packages offered options such as a premium 6- or 8-speaker system, in-dash 6-disc changer, Bluetooth hands-free phone capability and satellite radio.

- Safety
- Driver and front passenger front airbags and front seat-mounted side airbags.
- Roof-mounted side curtain airbags for front and rear outboard occupants.
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRAC) systems to help maintain control during slippery or emergency maneuvers.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system for child-seat installation.

- Cargo and utility
- Flexible cargo area accessible through a wide-opening rear liftgate.
- 60/40 folding rear seat to create a flat load floor for larger items.
- Cargo tie-down hooks and an available retractable cargo cover on some equipment levels.

This configuration emphasizes a blend of V6 performance and year-round traction from the AWD system, combined with a practical interior and a suite of safety and convenience features that were factory-installed for the V6 AWD Venza. Optional packages and higher trim levels add comfort and connectivity upgrades such as leather seating, a power moonroof, navigation, and upgraded audio/Bluetooth features.