Body lean is modest for this breed and well within acceptable levels. An optional performance handling package slightly improves the Venture's already great handling on any twisty mountain two-lanes, but makes the ride a little bit jittery on most city streets. Braking is well controlled, progressive and powerful, with the standard antilock system engaging at just the right moment. Wind noise at highway speed can tend to be prominent, due to the really large outside mirrors, but traffic, suspension and tire sounds are well-suppressed. The Venture makes efficient use of it's interior space, providing surprisingly good amounts of room in all positions and in all directions.
Drivers face clear, well-placed controls and gauges.
Storage bins and cup holders abound, and there's a stowable storage net between the front seats to help keep everything in its place. Rearranging the seating setup to accommodate varying levels of people and cargo is made easy with second-row bucket seats weighing only 39 pounds. Even the 45-pound rear bench isn't cumbersome. With all seats in place, cargo room is tight on regular-length models, but still good on extended versions like the WB Edition. Still functional, just not as clean looking.