Crown Signia is about 194 inches long, which is a bit more than the RAV4 and Venza. It’s also a little wider and costs around $4300 more than the Venza XLE. The advantage? There’s a little more legroom in the second row and it has a 2700lb tow capacity, but that’s about it. Its cargo space is better than the Venza but not as good as the RAV4. Even though it has a longer wheelbase, that doesn’t really show in the interior. I don’t get why they would make a 14-inch longer car with a longer wheelbase but keep the cabin compact. Glad I waited and went with a Venza instead.
The Crown Signia takes the spot where the Venza was in Toyota’s line, but it’s not exactly a direct replacement. The Crown Signia feels more like a Camry wagon while the Venza is more like a reworked NX 350. I’m not sure Toyota will get as much demand for the Signia as they did for the Venza. The Venza was just the right size and price.
I just bought my Venza last month, and several dealers kept pushing me to try the Crown Signia, saying it was the replacement. I didn’t feel like it was what I wanted at all. I’m really glad I went with the used Venza.
@Aldrin
Everywhere I looked, people were calling the Crown the Venza replacement haha.
AlexToyotaEnthusiast said:
@Aldrin
Everywhere I looked, people were calling the Crown the Venza replacement haha.
I guess corporate told the dealers to market it that way to Venza buyers.
In Canada, the Venza LE is about $46k CAD, and the XLE is $51k. But the Crown is only available in the Limited version, starting at $60k. If I was going to spend that kind of money for more space than a Rav or Venza, I’d rather get a Highlander, or if I don’t need the third row, I’d just fold it down. I love my Venza XLE! It comes with ventilated seats, a power passenger seat, a JBL sound system, and a heated steering wheel as standard here.
@Branley
Is the JBL sound system and ventilated seats standard in the Canadian XLE? In the US, it’s an upgraded package, but it’s standard in the Limited.
Juno said:
@Branley
Is the JBL sound system and ventilated seats standard in the Canadian XLE? In the US, it’s an upgraded package, but it’s standard in the Limited.
Yes, it’s standard here. I didn’t upgrade anything besides the winter tires, and I got all those features in my XLE.
It’s a real disappointment. I’m not sure what I’ll get after my Venza, but it won’t be the Crown. I’m leaning towards an electric car—maybe a Lexus or I’ll see what Kia or Hyundai offer by then. Didn’t expect to be comparing those brands, but the tech and comfort in their cars are just better.
The Crown Signia has less storage space than our 2024 Limited Venza, no power-adjustable steering wheel, and it’s lower to the ground by almost 1.3 inches. It also doesn’t have the HUD. Honestly, it’s not an upgrade. It feels more like a sleek station wagon with leather seats than an SUV with more features.
I think Toyota’s trying to push people who want Venza-like dimensions into the Lexus NX. The Crown Signia just doesn’t look great to me, and the front end kind of reminds me of the Cybertruck.
The Venza is just a better car. The Crown Signia costs more, has fewer standard features, and only gives you a little more cargo space. Car Care Nut even calls the Signia a parts-bin special.
It’s true, it looks more like a station wagon.
There’s also no spare tire in the Crown Signia.
The Crown Signia is lower to the ground than the Venza, and the back seats are cramped. I’m 6’1” and sometimes sit in the back of my Venza for long trips, and I’m comfortable. When I sat in the back of the Crown Signia, it felt like a Corolla. I also like that the Venza sits higher, giving more clearance. We thought we’d like the Signia, but after three months with the Venza, it’s staying in the family for at least a decade due to its comfort.
We bought a used Venza, and we’ve never looked back. We love our XLE.
I predict the Crown Signia will flop. The Venza was the perfect mid-range Toyota option. The Signia’s price is ridiculous, and in person, it looks weird.
It’s just the old Venza in a new form.
Jonathan said:
It’s just the old Venza in a new form.
Great description! My wife had a 2010 Venza but traded it for a 2013 Camry because of the terrible gas mileage. When we had to replace her 2022 Venza last month after it was totaled, she looked at the Signia and said it was a step backward. The lower clearance and extra cost made us rush to get a 2024 Venza. We have no regrets. Just because it’s called ‘upscale’ doesn’t mean it’s better.
The Signia, while nice inside and out, doesn’t make the Venza look outdated. The Crown Signia has the driver sitting much lower, though, and feels heavier. The Venza feels more agile, whereas the Signia feels bulkier.