Toyota Unveils 2023 Venza Nightshade Edition—With a Panoramic Roof to Enjoy the Night Sky

The Toyota Venza’s new 2023 Nightshade Edition adds a dose of coolness without sacrificing essential features.
Written by Claire Beaney
Reviewed by Kathleen Flear
The 2022
Toyota Venza
introduced a new approach to luxury, elegance, and comfort in the midsize CUV sector. For 2023, the automaker is shaking things up again by adding an extra dose of coolness to Venza’s distinct aesthetic for the new Nightshade Edition.
Based on the XLE trim level and offered in three exterior colors, all with blacked-out accents for a striking presence, the Venza Nightshade joins other
Toyota
models embracing this bold look.
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Nightshade aims for a classy, bold look

The new Nightshade Edition comes in three deluxe exterior colors: Celestial Black, Wind Chill Pearl (replacing Blizzard Pearl for all 2023 models), and Ruby Flare Red, each dramatically highlighted by a black-trimmed interior.
From the acrylic front grille to the blacked-out mirror caps, door handles, rocker panels, and optional black roof rails, the Nightshade exudes true designer flair. Smoked chrome moldings accompany the lower bumpers in the front and rear, while the black shark fin antenna is literally the crowning touch.
All three colors of the 2023 Venza Nightshade Edition come with 19-inch gloss-black, multi-spoke aluminum alloy wheels and chrome-deleted rear emblems.
The optional Star Gaze fixed panoramic glass roof is one of Venza's most spectacular luxury innovations. In frosted mode, Star Gaze brightens the interior while decreasing direct sunlight, making the cabin feel even more spacious, breezy, and inviting.
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A comfy, tech-filled interior

Moving inside the car brings a sense of quiet, comfortable luxury. Some interior features of the Venza Nightshade Edition include:
  • 28.8 cubic feet of carrying capacity behind the second row, 55.1 cubic feet total with rear seatback folded down
  • Standard 8-way power driver’s seat
  • Seating for up to five
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Sound-blocking and absorbing insulation
The Venza comes standard with a 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia display, nine-speaker JBL premium audio system, 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster, digital rearview mirror, and 10-inch color head-up display. 

No compromises on strength or safety

But the 2023 Venza Nightshade Edition isn’t just fashion over function. It has all the features (and then some) that make Toyota the reputable, beloved brand that it is.
Venza is built on the Toyota New Global Architecture K platform—the same foundation as their sedans, crossovers, and luxury models. As a result, the Venza offers the best of both worlds: sedan-like comfort and CUV versatility.
Toyota’s Safety Sense 2.5 is also found in the Venza and includes the pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure alert, and road sign assist.
Lastly, the Venza’s Toyota Hybrid System II combines a high-efficiency 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine, three electric motors, and a lithium-ion battery. And as a hybrid all-wheel-drive vehicle, a separate rear-mounted electric motor powers the rear wheels, preventing front wheel slip and enhancing cornering ability.

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The 2023 Toyota Venza Nightshade, overall, offers a bunch of smooth, dynamic features wrapped up in a slick, classy package. With a ride as decked out as the Venza, you’ll want to make sure you’re feeling safe and secure on the road.
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