Looks nice! This seems like a more luxurious version of a Mazda CX-50. And Zack, I think we can guess what it'll cost - it's a Crown and an SUV. So add around a few thousand $ to the equivalent crown sedan lol.
Thank you both for another interesting and very informative video! Well done as always! Overall, would you say it is about the size of the new Venza? I really enjoy seeing Toyota stepping up their game. I'm looking forward to hearing more from you!
@@andreaspencer9813 We always buy the Limited in Toyota’s and Touring in Subaru’s. The new Venza Limited has a very nice interior as well, but it’s not available in Tan or Brown Leather
Not bad! Don’t quite agree it has Lexus vibes though. Still looks a tad industrial. But makes sense for Toyota to make it a proper midsize 2 row suv. That’s where the Venza suffered. It was just a sleeker rav4 for more money, yet more space compromised, so it didn’t sell well. I wonder though if this puts the regular Highlander under threat? For more room, without needing 3 rows buy this, and if you really need three rows, but the Grand Highlander! Won’t be surprised if the regular Highlander gets canned for maybe 2025 or 2026.
I think this looks great - just watched the Forester reveal (I’m a Subaru guy) and am disappointed with the lack of development on the Subaru engine side of things - another 18 months or so for a hybrid option. Assume the 2026 Outback will also go hybrid so will have to see. This looks like a good alternative to the Outback for me but a little concerned about the 21” rims. Do you know what size the 21” tires are? Wondering how much sidewall is available and how will that impact the ride of some of our rougher Canadian roads?
I'm dumping my 2023 Highlander Hybrid Limited for this. I've owned 8 Toyotas over 35 years, 4 of them hybrids. My Highlander hasn't given me any problems but the wind noise and12.3" increasingly loud infotainment rattle has me convinced the US made Toyotas are not on par with the Japanese. Plus, this car is stunning. Love the grille.
I've been looking for a replacement for my excellent 2013 Venza, and I think I have found it!!! The worst thing is having to decide if I'll take the risk of buying a first year model!
Team Motormouth, Please don't forget about the patched, potholed and cratered roads in the rest of Canada when you are praising the 21" rims which are mandatory up here. Why wagon-loving Canada gets just the top spec Crown Signia Premium when the wagon-phobic USA gets a more affordable XLE is beyond me. Please ask Stephen Beatty why the country that had an extra year of the original Venza gets fewer options when it returns. 🤔🤨
Hi Zach, if the panoramic cover were slide closed, would you still feel there is no issues with headroom? Personally, I wish Toyota (and all manufacturers) would offer a top trim without these "premium" sunroofs/panoramic roof/moonroof/etc features to give the vehicle more headroom.
Ah nice, the rear seat heater buttons are on the door. Looks like a great addition to the stable and I'd definitely consider one. Can't wait for the hands on!
The Toyota Canada site says the top trim of the Crown sedan is 61690. So there’s your benchmark. Boy car prices are out of hand. Then they actually add 1220 bucks worth of dealer charges on the main website like this is mandatory. (this is really insulting) 1860 PDI and freight. I think the Crown Sport looks much better and it comes with a PHEV.
@@lornestein7248 I don't think the Sport is coming. I'd choose the Sport for sure. I don't really like the soft design of the CX90 so the CX70 is going to be the same. CX50 is a much sharper design than the CX70/90, but no hybrid no PHEV imo.
Has a Volvo-wagon look to it... and FINALLY, Toyota shows some good taste & restraint in its styling. YAY... a wagon! It might kill the sales of the Crown sedan/hatch (which looks kind of awkward), but... Wagons Ho!!!!
Aside from the front design🤢, this Crown Signia looks absolutely amazing inside and the sides/rear! My one other complaint is it’s very sloped in the rear cargo area, it would’ve been better if it was a slightly boxier design. Everything is in MY opinion.
I love Toyota's commitment to hybrids; they are such a reasonable alternative to straight ICE or straight EV. I think 21" wheels are wrong in so many ways. I agree with Zack on the wagon look. (more long roofs please!). It's kind of Outbacky which is a good thing. Could this be the predecessor to long awaited hybrid Outback??? How does this compare in size to the current Outback?
You broke my heart in the first couple of minutes by saying that the Signia doesn't get Hybrid Max. Why is that? If they're competing against Outback, they've missed the mark not answering with a more powerful drivetrain like the Outback. I was ready to order one, but, not now.
Would’ve loved to see this as an ev.. I love the shape. Great review points, definitely legroom, headroom for all passengers and good seating position for shorter drivers is valuable to me. Really ashame they didn’t give such an expensive car a real spare tire 😢
If you can't get to a mechanic or air pump with the invention called TPMS Sensors, then you most definitely need a spare tire.. That hasn't happened to me in 15-20 years! 🙄
Not liking the seemingly random amber side marker on the front bumper. Also the lack of fog lights, and budget cutting rear turn signals (same light unit as brakes).
Thanks for your reviews, as always. This looks really nice, though would seem to be in the same space as the Venza. I have a 2023 Venza and am loving it! From what I can see the interior is a little nicer, but the clearance appears lower and no spare tire. The spare tire was an important aspect in our decision making. I'll be interested to see the dimensions as well as the cost of this Crown.
I thought of the Venza also when I saw the Crown Signia. Glad you're enjoying your Venza. We have had ours for 2 years and love it...and the gas mileage.
Sadly the Venza is going away after 2024 for the second time and this is the replacement? The price tag is going to be very expensive as there is only 2 model choices. They mention the first generation Venza which I own with a Spare tire not a repair kit! I will keep mine.
@@PS-js9oh I think they found that it could take away from Lexus SUV sales as the car care nut review said it was a hidden gem and almost Lexus like quality . The Crown line of vehicles has been around in Japan for number of years but to sell this type of new SUV under Toyota name plate and with no spare tire option as of yet will not attract a lot of buyers.
The Venza is made in Japan unlike the first generation made stateside and not a hybrid. It was gas only. The waiting time for the hybrid was extremely long 8 months or more so I wonder if Toyota just throw in the towel on this SUV as frustrated customers gave up on the brand and went elsewhere. The Crown model should be interesting to see price point and availability as Toyota is struggling with parts for even the Lexus brand. Also the Signia will be built in Japan and if you could not get the Venza within a reasonable time then it should be interesting how Toyota will pitch a waiting time for this one. Update, the 2024 Venza will still be available for the remaining model year but once the cutoff date for ordering it ends that's it.
Very nice preview A&Z. The interior is clearly a step up from the Venza, which just got killed for '25. Same power output as the current Highlander hybrid. Front end looks quite nice bit I still do not like that Lexus lattice. Other design elements are very tasteful. Volume knob is nice (why do we even have to mention this?). Don't like the toggles for temp control, though. Unless they have been dramatically improved, they are so S L O W and tedious; just put 2 small wheels like everyone else. Predict a 5K bump over the Venza LTD - so 55-56K in Candaa.
I know that a V-6 is a moot point. However, we once owned a Camry V-6. It was a smooth driving car. My wife loved it. She actually misses driving the Camry V-6 even though we now own an MDX. The world is "a changen". Hang on.
The AWD Camry Hybrid is not too far of the power numbers of the Camry V6 and will offer better traction in bad weather. It will do all this while doubling the gas mileage around town.
Toyota should make a three-row version of this with all that space in the back. It would sell extremely well in the cities and suburbs. The Kia Sorrento Hybrid at 189" is selling like crazy because it gives families (with two kids) a usable third row for neighbor's kids in a package that you can easily drive in the city. Toyota, Honda, and Mazda simply do not have a direct competitor that is the same size as the Sorrento. The Highlander is 195" and those extra six inches make a big difference in parkability (word?) and ease of driving in the city. Honda and Mazda's 3-row models are even larger.
We’re in the market. Loved it and began to seriously mull it over… right up until the realization there’s no spare. Unfortunately it’s now completely out of the running. Same reason the latest CRV hybrid was removed from contention. And Tesla. And everything else that doesn’t have one.
I read comments like yours all the time and truly don't get it.. Because of the invention called TPMS sensors, I have always been able to get to a mechanic or air pump in time when needed! Haven't needed to use a spare tire in 15-20 years! 🙄
@@lornestein7248 yep. my wife has the new NX350h WO spare. I just put in a flat repair kit costing $70 with pump and liquid. The probability of having a flat is really low anyway. I have been driving for 30+ years and had flat twice. I also carry a portable pump and power bank in the truck.
Was almost crying when I saw Signia and not Sport model.. Exterior body is different but the interior looks the same. Been saving for almost 2 years for Sport w/PHEV. 😞
Several people have commented that the current Venza will be discontinued. What is the source of this information? I've been waiting 6 months for a Venza Limited....
Another great review guys! A great replacement for the Venza…better design, comparable luxury, more space, fuel efficient hybrid. The big question is the price - it has to come in below the NX350h to protect the Lexus premium, the also below the legacy Highlander Hybrid? Your best guess?
Yay, my Venza becomes a limited edition in the US as they were pretty much unobtainium anyway. And Zach, test headroom with the moonroof slide closed for a true representation. Also, as a person who often can find where the headroom shortage is, try the passenger seat in models that don’t have a seat height adjustment, like most XLE Toyota trims.
My dad had Softex interior in his 1972 Opel GT, but back then it was called VINYL !!! Vinyl is a petroleum based product, so YES it’s worse in releasing dangerous chemicals into our atmosphere. Go Green ! We eat cattle, so use the hides for soft supple longer lasting interiors.
I think one thing you did not mention was that it has a CVT, which I read in C and D. Looks are subjective, I like it. But a CVT for some is a non-starter, as it is for me. It’s a no-go.
Thanks do much for sharing this. So much better looking then the Venza. Always enjoy all your videos and can't wait for the Forester tomorrow! Zach said he purchased a new camera but your video quality is not great.
Mild hybrid, or plug-in? I'd be interested in how far you can go on a full tank with the mild hybrid system engaged. I'm starting to look at mild hybrid vehicles that get more range out of that combo, without having to plug it in. Looks really nice btw, a slight step ahead of the competition.
I am seriously considering one of these as my next car. Great replacement for the 2023 Venza. I liked the 23 Venza but I didn't want to buy one. The Crown Signia checks all of my boxes.
For a launch of a new product… Toyota nailed it in every category… except (maybe?) from the side, it looks … somewhat … too much like a Subaru Outback. Both the interior and the front end look brilliant, especially (both) in those colour schemes. Thanks for the video.
