I’m thinking about getting a 2024 Venza Limited around Thanksgiving and want to know about recent out-the-door (OTD) prices.
Has anyone here driven both the Venza and RAV4? Which one do you feel is a better choice for features and value? Is Venza worth it?
I bought a 2024 Limited Venza for my parents two months back. It was a great deal since it had only 2k miles, and the BMW dealership didn’t fully know its features, so we got a significant discount. I’ve also driven both the Venza and RAV4, and the Venza definitely wins for long trips — I’ve done 12-hour drives to Canada in it. With comfortable seats, insulation, double-pane front windows, and the way the tires handle road noise, it’s a quiet, smooth ride.
I recently installed a dashcam and found that grounding it under the steering wheel was challenging since the Venza has nearly every inch covered, unlike the RAV4, which had bare metal spots for grounding.
If you don’t mind the RAV4’s bit of extra space, go for the Venza. We thought of waiting for the Crown Signia, but it turned out to be smaller and sits lower to the ground.
And don’t worry about the panoramic roof. It opens up the cabin, especially for rear-seat passengers. If your insurance covers glass, there’s nothing to worry about.
@Marcell
Plus, the Crown Signia is a station wagon, costs more, and actually has fewer features than the 2024 Venza Limited.
@Marcell
Thanks for sharing! Sounds like Venza has a lot to offer.
Hey! I can’t speak for the Limited, but I have the 2024 Venza XLE with the upgraded sound system. My wife drives a 2023 RAV4 XLE Hybrid.
The Venza feels more refined. The interior has a lot more leather (compared to the RAV’s mixed materials), which may be better if you don’t have kids or a messy lifestyle.
Comfort-wise, the Venza wins with smoother rides, more comfortable seats, and a quieter cabin. The RAV4 has a bigger trunk and about the same fuel economy.
So, it depends on your lifestyle. If you have kids, pets, or do messy hobbies, go for the RAV4. Otherwise, the Venza is like that fancy, surprisingly comfortable pair of shoes you just had to buy. Both are solid, but the Venza is better for those who don’t need rugged durability.
@Tully
The Venza interior is either fabric or SofTex (synthetic leather), depending on the model.
@Tully
Since I’m single, I probably don’t need too much space.
Casey said:
@Tully
Since I’m single, I probably don’t need too much space.
Then if you’re not hauling around a lot of gear or anything dirty, go for the Venza. I think people like the RAV4 because it can handle a messier lifestyle, but the Venza is just a more stylish, comfortable, and practical choice if you don’t need the extra ruggedness.
To me, it’s like the difference between using fine china versus plastic plates. The Venza is the fine china. If you don’t need a tough car, the Venza is the better buy.
I just bought a new Venza for $44,500, without the moonroof (repairs can be costly, and we get hail where I live). It was about $2k more than the RAV4 Hybrid XSE in cavalry blue. I went with the Venza in white with a boulder interior, which was the last one available near me, and I was set on either white or titanium glow.
@Zayne
What’s the sales tax rate where you are? If you still have the quote sheet, that’d be helpful. Venza stock is limited now, so congrats on finding the one you wanted!
Casey said:
@Zayne
What’s the sales tax rate where you are? If you still have the quote sheet, that’d be helpful. Venza stock is limited now, so congrats on finding the one you wanted!
Our sales tax is 9.95%.
@Zayne
We’ve been waiting 2 months for this exact setup, and it should arrive this week. Our quoted OTD price is $45,000 without the glass roof.
Flynt said:
@Zayne
We’ve been waiting 2 months for this exact setup, and it should arrive this week. Our quoted OTD price is $45,000 without the glass roof.
The $45,000 doesn’t include taxes or fees. With those added, it’s $49,560.75.
Sorry if that caused any confusion.
@Flynt
So $44,500 is your OTD price after taxes? There’s a $5,000 difference between your quotes!
Casey said:
@Flynt
So $44,500 is your OTD price after taxes? There’s a $5,000 difference between your quotes!
Actually, it’s $44,500 versus $45,000 - only a $500 difference.
Flynt said:
@Zayne
We’ve been waiting 2 months for this exact setup, and it should arrive this week. Our quoted OTD price is $45,000 without the glass roof.
Thanks for the info. Do you still have the quote sheet? It might help me when I talk to the dealer.
Might be worth waiting closer to year-end? But I get it, I’m in the market for a new Venza Limited too.
Ellison said:
Might be worth waiting closer to year-end? But I get it, I’m in the market for a new Venza Limited too.
I wouldn’t wait too long since inventory is already low. If you find the one you want, buy it now. Don’t expect to get much off the sticker price either. I just got a 2024 XLE, and my dealer had to go 90 miles out to find one. Haven’t seen any Limited models around.
Ellison said:
Might be worth waiting closer to year-end? But I get it, I’m in the market for a new Venza Limited too.
I’d have to take Uber for a month if I wait that long lol.
We tried both the RAV4 and CRV, and the Venza feels a step above them. Just waiting for ours to arrive at the dealership.