The Insurance Bureau of Canada recently released its list of the "10 Most Frequently Stolen Vehicles" for 2012, and at the top is none other than the Toyota Venza. More specifically, the introductory 2009 model-year Venza is apparently the most favored option for car thieves up north.

It honestly doesn't surprise anyone here at Toyota of Bristol either that the Venza would be such an attractive vehicle to steal. Think about it. The Venza is versatile with its hatchback design, capable of traversing the cold terrain, with its all-wheel drive option, and efficient, with its estimated 21 mpg city/29 mpg highway rating.

"Consumers need to be aware when they're in the market for used vehicles or parts," explains Rick Dubin, Vice-President, Investigative Services, IBC. He says this because the Bureau estimates that a large number of stolen vehicles aren't just snagged for the sake of scoring a sweet ride, but also to strip them of parts to be sold to various consumers.

The Venza replaces the Civic SiR, which topped the list last year. And for the Venza to not only shoot up the list so fast, but also to replace such a well-known model speaks quite highly of its value to consumers, both those who buy it and those who simply opt to take what isn't theirs.

Nervous about your Venza being stolen? Fear not. Toyota offers a wide range of anti-theft measures in every vehicle they sell here at 3045 West State Street Bristol, TN 37620 and at all other dealerships. Futhermore, there are even more third party options available as well to compliment those that you are already equipped with.

Keeping this in mind, Toyota of Bristol encourages drivers in the greater Bristol area and beyond to keep a close eye on their vehicle and to invest in any anti-theft measures that may be necessary.

Source: ¹http://www.egmcartech.com/2011/12/15/2009-toyota-venza-is-the-most-stolen-vehicle-in-canada/