The segment-busting 2010 Toyota Venza adds new standard convenience features
to the vehicle designed for Canadian drivers

TORONTO , Dec. 7 /CNW/ - With a choice of 4-cyl or V6 and FWD or AWD, the versatility of an SUV and the comfort and drivability of a passenger car, the 2010 Toyota Venza is fresh yet sophisticated in design - leaving it in a class by itself. The latest Venza starts with an MSRP under $30,000 and includes new standard convenient and fun features.

"For 2010, all Toyota Venza models come equipped with USB audio capability and Bluetooth(R) capability to make driving the newest Toyota safer and more enjoyable for today's Canadian drivers," said Warren Orton , Director at Toyota Canada Inc. "With a choice of engines and drive trains, a bold and refined design, upscale comfort and surprising versatility, the Venza delivers a mix of innovative technologies and thoughtful touches that make it stand out from the crowd. And the Venza does this in order to offer Canadian drivers the benefits of Toyota's 'more power - less fuel' philosophy and legendary Toyota quality."

All 2010 Toyota Venza models can accommodate up to five passengers or more than 70 cubic feet of cargo, making it easy for Canadians to incorporate a Venza into their busy, ever-changing lifestyles.

The 2010 Toyota Venza is now on sale at Toyota Dealers across Canada . The 4-cylinder Toyota Venza carries a manufacturer's suggested retail price starting at $29,160 . The 4-cylinder Toyota Venza AWD starts at a suggested price of $30,610 . The Toyota Venza V6 starts at a suggested price of $30,650 , while the Toyota Venza V6 AWD starts at a suggested price of $32,100 .

For further information: For full product details and specifications - including a full list of media contacts and digital images - please visit media.toyota.ca. Canadians can visit www.toyota.ca to build their 2010 Toyota Venza today.