The Toyota Venza is something of a unique vehicle. Not quite crossover, not quite wagon, it occupies a strange space that allows drivers to get the size and passenger room of a crossover with the cargo room and convenience of a wagon. Being that it lives between worlds, the Venza appeals to a wide segment of buyers with a diverse set of needs, serving each with more care than your standard crossover or wagon can provide. For the new model year, the 2014 Toyota Venza returns to Grapevine, TX, with even more of what made last year's model so great, including power-folding exterior mirrors, and front and rear parking sensors. Designed with luxury in mind, the 2014 Venza continues to feature excellent amenities and technology features like the Toyota Entune smartphone integration system, leather seats and a panoramic sunroof. Continue our 2014 Toyota Venza review below for more features, amenities, mpg ratings, specs and more.

The 2014 Toyota Venza is available in Grapevine and the Dallas-metro area in LE, XLE and Limited trim levels for the new model year. Two engine options are available: a standard 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 181 horsepower and 182 lb.-ft. of torque, or a 3.5-liter V6 powerhouse that produces 268 horsepower and 246 lb.-ft. of torque. In our opinion, most 2014 Toyota Venza drivers in Dallas will be best suited by the V6: it provides more power, superb off-the-line acceleration and up to 3,500 pounds of hauling strength when equipped with the towing package.

As we completed our 2014 Toyota Venza review, we quickly realized that it possessed a level of value, refinement and luxury not offered by competitors like the Nissan Murano or Ford Edge. It's comfortable cabin includes a slew of standard and optional features like: Toyota's Entune system, leather seats, heated front seats, keyless start/entry, a rearview camera, navigation, a 13-speaker JBL premium audio system, a power liftgate, dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, automatic headlights, Bluetooth compatibility, a panoramic sunroof, and more.