Congrats!! You picked the exact model and color I just did. I took delivery 1 week ago and love it! I traded my 03 Tundra last summer when gas hit $4.50 a gallon for an 05 Honda Accord. I never felt comfortable in that car. Road noise was bad, it felt cramped, and although it had good trunk space I missed carrying the occational larger loads.
I wanted something that would carry family of 4 comfortable, got decent mileage, could carry more then groceries, went good in snow and poor weather....and if possible some power. Wow...does the Venza fit the bill! It drives excellent, is comfortable, is designed very well with everything in reach, can enter and exit the car with ease without kicking stuff....and holly cow...be careful when you punch that pedal with 268hp and 6 speed auto.
This is my 4th brand new Toyota since 89 and I expect the same awesome reliability as the others. First tank of gas I'm averaging 10mpg more then the Tundra, with a rocket that has WAY more power. Get over the semi "station wagon" appearance people...its no wagon...this car makes perfect sence!!
20" wheels, an amazing JBL sound system, blue tooth, IPOD dock, 3 programmable garage door openers, power heated leather, FWD with hill assist and traction control that can be turned off, and gobs of room for rear passangers or fold down cargo are just a plus.