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2009-2015 Toyota Venza MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 21–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2015. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2009-2015 Toyota Venza at a glance
The 2009-2015 Toyota Venza covers 7 model years in the EPA database (28 configurations in all), rated 21–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2015, costs about $2,890 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD (23 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2009 and 2010.
2009-2015 Toyota Venza by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,890–$3,140 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,890–$3,140 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,890–$3,140 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,820–$3,140 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,820–$3,170 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 21–24 MPG | $2,720–$3,110 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 21–24 MPG | $2,720–$3,110 | First year |
What the 2015 Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$241
$2,890 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.82
Per 100 miles
$19.27
Five years
$14,450
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$100less a year
Class median $2,990 a year, MY2015
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Toyota Venza MPG
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,890.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,890 |
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl AWD | 2.7L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,910 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,140 |
2014 Toyota Venza MPG
21–23 MPG · $2,890–$3,140/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,890.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,890 |
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl AWD | 2.7L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,910 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,140 |
2013 Toyota Venza MPG
21–23 MPG · $2,890–$3,140/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,820 to $2,890, $70 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,890 |
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl AWD | 2.7L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,910 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,140 |
2012 Toyota Venza MPG
21–23 MPG · $2,820–$3,140/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,820.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,820 |
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl AWD | 2.7L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,940 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,140 |
2011 Toyota Venza MPG
21–23 MPG · $2,820–$3,170/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 23 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,820, $100 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,820 |
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl AWD | 2.7L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,940 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,040 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,170 |
2010 Toyota Venza MPG
21–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,110/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,720.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl AWD | 2.7L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
2009 Toyota Venza MPG
21–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,110/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Venza 2.7L 4-cyl AWD | 2.7L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Venza 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD: $3,940 in California and $2,520 in Texas, a $1,420 difference.
- California $3,940
- Washington $3,650
- New York $2,890
- Florida $2,730
- Texas $2,520
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2015 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2009-2015 (AV10)
- 2021-2024 (XU80)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2009-2015 Toyota Venza get?
EPA rates the 2009-2015 Toyota Venza at 21–24 MPG combined across 28 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 24 MPG (21 city, 29 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2009-2015 Toyota Venza?
The Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2009 and 2010. The lowest top rating, 23 MPG, was in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2009-2015 Toyota Venza?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Toyota Venza per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,890 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $2,890–$3,140 a year. That is a $250 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2015 Toyota Venza 100 miles?
About $19.27 per 100 miles for the Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $19.27 and $20.93 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2015 Toyota Venza more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD is rated 20 city and 26 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2015 Toyota Venza compare with other small SUV configurations?
The Venza 2.7L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,890 a year to fuel, $100 less than the class median of $2,990, and less than 5 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 188 rated small SUV configurations for MY2015, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2015 Toyota Venza different from the 2014 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,890. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2015 against 4 configurations for 2014. See the 2014 Toyota Venza for that year.