My relative recently bought the Hybrid RAV4. And he's really happy about it and recommends it to everyone! He showed me the stats in the Toyota app and I was shocked. It said that 64 percent of the time the car has been driving on electricity. His car has driven 8000 miles by now which means that he's driven only 3000 of those miles on gas. And he saved a lot of money.
I purchased a 2022 rav4 hybrid xle premium just a few weeks ago. Went to two different Toyota dealers to find one in stock. I have to say coming from a 2019 Corolla, having an suv now is nice.
@@mikej238 I'm in Tampa, FL. The first dealer I went to, I put a $250 refundable deposit down because they had to order me one. I checked out the other dealer, and bought one the same day. I got a call from the first dealer yesterday saying my car was in, I had to break the news to them that I bought a Rav4 already.
Have had my Calvary Blue XSE hybrid for about three weeks. Average of about 38.5mpg on the first couple of tanks. I’m 6’2” and fit pretty comfortably and can even fit in the backseat. Was even able to fit 8’ pieces of trim board inside with the back seats down.
I only get 38 but still good. Love the car only issue I have is the traction control very sensitive. When I brake and there is a pothole traction control activates and freaks me out. Other than that car is awsome. 2022 rav 4 hybrid xle 1k miles
Recently purchased the Rav 4 Hybrid XLE AWD love it so far get about 35 mpg so far on average most of the time closer to 40. paid a 2k dealer markup out the door at around 36,5. Works great for the lady myself and 3 kids.
@@nailgoddesst4882 love it so far, I am getting 45 mpg. I picked the SE bc love the painted moldings, 3 tones paint combo, pearl white/glossy black and some silver in the front and rear bumpers, black wheels and different suspension love the sporty looks over the meh looks of the XLE.
l think that this is the best vehicle in it's class. I took a test drive in both the Toyota Rav4 hybrid the Honda CRV hybrid. They are both very comparable, but the lack of a spare tire in the Honda is a deal killer.
I've been doing a ton of research on compact to mid size SUV's and the RAV4 is by far the best overall, I would rank the ones I looked into most like this: 1. RAV4 gas or hybrid, 2. Honda CRV, 3. Mazda cx5, 4. subaru forester as the best bang for your buck mid size suv's for 2022, most of the rest are either overpriced or unreliable money pits .... i would even stay away from subaru because of their CVT engines are not super reliable, mazda probably too for the same reason but they're likely to be more reliable than subaru's cvt's, honda makes a great cvt engine so those are okay but the best is the RAV4 which doesn't use the cvt but the 8 speed auto, there is simply no reason to not buy a rav4, there are so many options and great packages if you want more luxury, no need to get a lexus RX or NX with what RAV's offer on luxury and comfort, unless you wanna show off your money.
Got my Rav 4 XSE Pearl White a month ago. Average 39.8 mpg combine highway and city driving. Very happy and satisfied with it. We were looking for the Limited Edition Rav but ended on the XSE Hybrid no regrets😊
I purchased a 2022 RAV4 Hybrid XLE in January of 2022. I waited several weeks but wasn't disappointed at all. Toyota Financing is a great help. If I could afford the extra 20k for the Prime I would have, but I am very happy with the Hybrid. I live in rural Maryland and on weekends I take my family on day trips throughout the region. When summer comes we will shift to car camping. Thule makes an excellent aerodynamic cargo box. For an all around family car that is comfortable, room enough for a family of four and rugged enough for car camping, the RAV4 Hybrid is fabulous! I watched your reviews as well as several others before going to the dealership and I am thankful for your insights and analysis. Very much appreciated as it steered me in the right direction after living abroad for 17 years.
I'm with you on this. When car reviwer telll us the Prime is the best. This vehicule does not exist. They have 2000 only for the whole Canada. They took 17 order in my city and then stoped to take pre-order since they aren't sure they will get more then 10 from Toyota. Like the Ford Maverik hybride. Its almost 2 years wait, but 2 week if you take the gas engine.
We have a 2022 model Rav 4 hybrid AWD Cruiser (Australian model)which has covered 3700kms so far and averaging 5,7 litres per 100 or about 50 miles per imperial gallon. It is actually better than we thought it would be. Very comfortable drives really well, fit and finish truly excellent. I love the way I can listen to internet music via Bluetooth from the phone and can control it from the steering wheel. Excellent headlights, quiet on the road, and roomy. We are very happy with the Rav4.
Have put a down payment on a 23' RAV4 hybrid XSE, Calvary blue. So excited. We believe with Toyota having been in the hybrid manufacturing for so long that it's the safest make to choose.
(My evaluation is base on my driving needs of 50 miles a day…I HATE my job location). I did the math, the Prime with its 45 miles per charge fell short of the sweet spot in regard to the 50,000.00 price tag. (I Think the sweet spot would be +100 miles per charge) The reason for a plug-in is to take advantage of “equivalent to 2.00/gallon” (or whatever the price is in your local region). 45 miles per charge is only 3 gallon of fuel. At 5.00/gallon (locally, it’s 3.60), you’re only saving 3 gallons a day, 15.00. Actually, less since you still need to pay for the electric top off. So you’re saving 10.00/day. 50.00/week or $2,500.00/y. 30k for hybrid. 50k for Prime. $20,000 for a “3 gallon electric capacity”. Takes 8y to break by spending an extra 20k. Of course, faster break even if gas price is higher. 45 mile per charge (again, my situation), I will require to run my gas engine for the last 5-10 miles (depending on how traffic congestion) Winter battery degradation & summer air conditioning: 45 miles per charge maybe closer to 40 or 35 miles per charge depending on these factors. Side question: Is it me or those regions with the highest gas prices tend to have the highest electric price, too?
Problem with the prime is dealerships have a huge "market adjustment" which wipes out the tax rebates. I was able to negotiate and get a hybrid XLE at sticker with no markup.
Sadly, the RAV4 Prime is no longer a good deal. Most dealerships are charging a $10K surcharge. I had two separate dealerships offer me a Prime for $56K before taxes. I did the calculations and it would take me over seven years to get my money back over what I could pay for a regular Hybrid. I told both dealerships to screw off. And the tax credits would not help as I normally get a refund. I would have to change everything regarding my investments and tax withholdings just to try to take advantage of it. Tax credits only work if you owe taxes. There is no payout. Whatever you can’t use is gone. Too much ass pain.
This is not true. You are eligible for the full credit if you pay federal income taxes equal to or greater than the credit amount. Your refund would be larger by the amount of the credit.
One things worth noting is the cables that wire the battery pack aren't covered under the 10 years warranty. Its only 3 years and 60 000km. And now Toyota is facing a backlash reguarding one of the cable that rust and cost almost 7000$ to get fixed. There is repports of those failure even on 2020 model that have a high millage. So far Toyota made arrangement with many owner with a NDA close that prevent the owner to tell what was the arrangement.
It’s crazy hearing about these shortages and waiting periods.. I just called the dealership and they happened to have the xle hybrid I wanted on the lot. Had no clue about difficulty getting these until I had already bought mine
@@mikej238 GA, East of Atlanta. It was the second dealership we went to, and only one of two new RAV4’s they had on the lot. Just happened to be the trim and color we wanted. No market mark up either.
Glad to see this video after putting one on order yesterday. Fortunately we are in a part of the US where almost nobody wants a hybrid, so the wait is short and no markup.
Dealers were adding markup off $4000 to $5000 on top of msrp for hybrid vehicles. So basically money savings through hybrid we ended paying to dealership
Wanted a new 2022, but due to shortage settled on a 2021 XSE. My previous car was a Subaru Outback. The RAV4 is nice, but noisy on the freeway. Wind noise and road noise was unacceptable for a $40k SUV. That is the major complaint I have. The lane keeping feature needs work. It doesn't seem to center you in the road, but is bias towards the centerline. I would rather side swipe a car than be hit head on. Seats are good, but could be better although I've only had my RAV4 for a few months, so I'm still getting used to it, which is especially hard since I don't drive it much. In hindsight, I think I would have been happier with the Limited, but I don't know if it would have the same problems. The first month I put about 500 miles, with 350 city and got 36 MPG. The second month, 344 miles with 154 city and got 40.8 MPG (calculated at the pump). I forget to check the trip computer to see how accurate it was.
Wife and I went in and test drove aRav4, but we were disappointed/underwhelmed with the regular gas version. Dealer did not have any Rav4 Hybrids to drive, so can’t comment on that version. We ended up ordering a Platinum Hylander Hybrid and it’s so smooth and quiet, love it so much. It feels like a Lexus with its refinement and comfort. Rav4 is nice too but feels a couple notches below to us.
Great review Shari! I'll only add that the Prime version has less cargo space behind the second row than the ICE/hybrid versions: 33.5 cubic feet versus 37.4. I guess those bigger batteries have to go somewhere.
I love my Toyota TAV4 Hybrid! It’s great on fuel and it’s quality is awesome! Toyota is truly the best car manufacturer in the world. I will NEVER own anything else but Toyota. Job well done Toyota!!!!
We love out 2021 RAV4 Hybrid. Only had to wait one week as the exact spec and color we wanted was already in transit to our local dealer when a hit and run driver totaled our car. Talk about lucky!
I bought my first Hybrid SUV and It is RAV4 XLE Compared with Other SUV cost RAv 4 is Little more expensive but I think the Brand Toyota make a huge difference. I paid 49000 For this Hybrid XlE. After all it is gas saver, very nice interior, friendly dashboard and very spacious..
I’m waiting for my rav4 hybrid to come in! We put money down before the shipment comes because the sales guy, who is our nephew, said they all get sold before they get to the lot!!
I would love to hear you weigh in on the low score Consumer Report's give the Rav4, compared to competing models and the average reliability score? No one dares talk about the recalls and Numerous TSB's the Rav4 receive in 2019 and 2020, with a bit better showing in 2021 models. And considering CR is more data driven than almost any other evaluating source, this should give their ending opinion a lot more heft, right. I'm think of buying the Hybrid right now, but CR's detailed evaluation is giving me pause.
I’ve been waiting since Aug for my RAV4 hybrid. Hope the wait isn’t much longer! I think it’s more reliable than the Hyundai/Kia as they’ve been at it a lot longer. We don’t get the Honda CRV hybrid here 🇨🇦 Yet. But I here it’s coming.
Have rav 4 hybrid xle suz all wheel drive absolutely love this car you have to keep them in home garage keeps the battery cooler in summer and battery warmer in winter I'm average 44 miles per gallon
I love the Rav 4, but i hate the look of this new model. The wheel well mounding is so odd looking. I can’t get over it. I think i have to look at the Venza instead.
I just found your channel and immediately hit the scribe button. I owned a 2016 rav4 SE in Atlanta Georgia. It was a great a great suv, however it was not a AWD model and we moved to Eastern Oregon and need a all wheel drive so we bought a 2020 Subaru Forrester and really not that impressed by it so we are looking for a Rav4 hybrid now. Have you heard anything about the 2023 models yet for the rav4 hybrid? Thanks in advance Robert in Lagrande Oregon.
Latest on TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID (5th Generation) AWD Just spoke to my brother who lives in Europe and is an automotive enthusiast, he said a Memo was just released regarding serious issue in RAV4 HYBRID... AWD only... So it turns out that the cable running to the motor that powers rear axle is corroding and needs replacing, it's a roughly $3,000 repair. Models effected 2019 - 2022 build in CANADA. Memo also mentions USA but I didn't know they made RAV4 in USA.
I really really want a RAV4 Prime BUT what i want even more is wireless andriod auto that comes with the new infotainment system. AND I just don't know when to make my deposit!
We are in Australia. We ordered our Rav4 Hybrid in June 2021 & are still waiting over 10 months later other people here have been waiting for 12 months or more for theirs since placing their deposits down.....who knows we may end up with a 2023 model :)
I agree with you. I think the Kia S. Hybrid, looks great but I'm going to go with the Rav 4 b/c of the reliability. I've had 3 priuses, keep them all 10-12 years and I haven't killed one yet. It looks like 2023 Rav 4s are going to get an updated infotainment system, which will mitigate any concerns (I actually don't mind it being dated), so yeah I think this is the one. :) Now the downside side is I am in NC, so it's hard to find one. I'm prepared to wait till Summer 2023, so the game is on.
Please test out the Ford Escape hybrid. Ford employs a very similar hybrid technology to Toyota with the planetary gear system. I want to know your thoughts on how it compares to RAV4.
I Don't like the way the info screen sticks up above the dash. It makes it more difficult to clean the window and the top of the dash. Honda has the same problem.
Bought Rav4 Hybrid XSE 2022 yesterday and already ran in to 'Hybrid Malfunction' error.. had to take it back to dealership to get it look at.. huge disappointment! Bought the car but can't drive it! so sad :(
Since i purchased my 2022 Toyota RAV 4 Hybrid, I hear a continuous rattling noise from the roof above the driver seat. Noticed it mostly when i drive at over 40-50mph on not rough but semi bumpy roads. Also I noticed similar complaints from other owners with my internet searches - "rav 4 rattling noise from the headliner". The issue seems to me because of poorly fit between the plastic parts that snap into the headliner. Not something I would expect from Toyota for a Car worth $39,000. Super annoying! And “NO”, this is not anything related with the Garage Door Opener or anything inside the Sunglass holder! The only thing I am satisfied with the Car is for it’s mileage. It certainly shows around 37.5mpg, and i mostly drive on City roads.
None available in Canada ( hybrid) unless you order now and get a 23 next spring. Hybrid Prime? that's a joke..they don't exist. Same with Lexus 450h+. I don't know why Toyota refuses to build PHEVs.
Did you know if Toyota will Change the High Voltage Wiring Harness which have a corrosion defect issue who will cost you +5000us because this part is not under warranty after 3y/60000km… it’s clearly a misconception. They’re more and more people complaining about this issue affecting the 2019-2021 edition (also the rav4 prime)
RAV4 is notoriously bad when it comes to cabin noise. Most of the road and cabin noise make it to the cabin. Is this issue fixed in the new models? Also , compare to CRV , RAV4 feels claustrophobic :)
Yeah right there isn’t any to be had and dealers are adding thousands to the list price. Well not all but it is true you can’t even get one the have to be ordered and the wait can be from 3 to 10 months or never depending on where Toyota puts you in the list. I wanted one and tried to purchase one from all my dealers near me and all said the same thing, you have to order one and no we don’t have one to test drive. After some digging I found that all dealers that have hybrid SUV’s are out of stock and most want to add thousands to the MSRP.
The Physical Buttons and Switches are what I want in a Car. This is not Dated. The Screen could go away in my opinion. I do not want a Large touch Screen with touch screen only interface / Controls. This is a Deal killer for me.
If you have time to wait order it, you'll save some money. Not a lot but still better than buying it from the lot. We waited 4 months but we agreed upon MSRP with a few upgrades.
Here in Europe we only have the hybrid option, not gas. The difference in price is astonishing compared to the US, though. Why is everything so much more expensive in Europe (around +10K), when our salaries are actually lower?
My relative recently bought the Hybrid RAV4. And he's really happy about it and recommends it to everyone!
He showed me the stats in the Toyota app and I was shocked. It said that 64 percent of the time the car has been driving on electricity. His car has driven 8000 miles by now which means that he's driven only 3000 of those miles on gas. And he saved a lot of money.
I purchased a 2022 rav4 hybrid xle premium just a few weeks ago. Went to two different Toyota dealers to find one in stock. I have to say coming from a 2019 Corolla, having an suv now is nice.
two dealers? None available , anywhere. Now 10 months to order
@@mikej238 I'm in Tampa, FL. The first dealer I went to, I put a $250 refundable deposit down because they had to order me one. I checked out the other dealer, and bought one the same day. I got a call from the first dealer yesterday saying my car was in, I had to break the news to them that I bought a Rav4 already.
Youre lucky ! I’ve been waiting for months
Yeah I want one badly, but I don't know if the car I'm driving now will last through the waiting period!
I just went in last week to a Toyota dealership and I was able to preorder one and it will be in at the end of the month (Orlando) 😊
Have had my Calvary Blue XSE hybrid for about three weeks. Average of about 38.5mpg on the first couple of tanks. I’m 6’2” and fit pretty comfortably and can even fit in the backseat. Was even able to fit 8’ pieces of trim board inside with the back seats down.
May I ask how much you paid out the door and what area
im honestly in love woth toyotas so dam reliable and just drives so smooth and so cheap for gas and maintance
Love my 2022 Hybrid XSE! Only fill up once every 3 weeks and averaging 41.5 MPGs!
How many miles per tank?
@@jgzip11 500 miles per tank
@@jgzip11 After 2000 miles on a 2022 Hybrid SE, I get about 43 MPGs. The average miles per tank for me is around 540-565.
I only get 38 but still good. Love the car only issue I have is the traction control very sensitive. When I brake and there is a pothole traction control activates and freaks me out. Other than that car is awsome. 2022 rav 4 hybrid xle 1k miles
Is it a plug in or gas only?
Recently purchased the Rav 4 Hybrid XLE AWD love it so far get about 35 mpg so far on average most of the time closer to 40. paid a 2k dealer markup out the door at around 36,5.
Works great for the lady myself and 3 kids.
Just get my 2022 RAV4 Hybrid LE after 6 months waiting， so far so good!
Update- just got the call, my Rav hybrid is in! Yay
@Sherry Ann Kornegay I ordered it Aug 2021, and picked it up late May 2022!
Yay! Mine too!
@Sherry Ann Kornegay May. Are you in Socal?
Still a year+ here in Australia
@@tonybennett638i just negotiated with dealer to get mine in 1 month :)
I just bought a 2022 Rav4 SE Hybrid in blizzard white, love this thing, 44.2 MPG so far !!
Any complaints so far? I'm trying to decide between the rav 4 le, xle, and se? My only complaint with the rav4 le is the drivers seat being manuel.
@@nailgoddesst4882 love it so far, I am getting 45 mpg. I picked the SE bc love the painted moldings, 3 tones paint combo, pearl white/glossy black and some silver in the front and rear bumpers, black wheels and different suspension love the sporty looks over the meh looks of the XLE.
l think that this is the best vehicle in it's class. I took a test drive in both the Toyota Rav4 hybrid the Honda CRV hybrid. They are both very comparable, but the lack of a spare tire in the Honda is a deal killer.
The Rav4 hybrid uses less fuel than the Honda CRV hybrid. Check it out...don't take my word for it. Rob :-)
I've been doing a ton of research on compact to mid size SUV's and the RAV4 is by far the best overall, I would rank the ones I looked into most like this: 1. RAV4 gas or hybrid, 2. Honda CRV, 3. Mazda cx5, 4. subaru forester as the best bang for your buck mid size suv's for 2022, most of the rest are either overpriced or unreliable money pits .... i would even stay away from subaru because of their CVT engines are not super reliable, mazda probably too for the same reason but they're likely to be more reliable than subaru's cvt's, honda makes a great cvt engine so those are okay but the best is the RAV4 which doesn't use the cvt but the 8 speed auto, there is simply no reason to not buy a rav4, there are so many options and great packages if you want more luxury, no need to get a lexus RX or NX with what RAV's offer on luxury and comfort, unless you wanna show off your money.
Got my Rav 4 XSE Pearl White a month ago. Average 39.8 mpg combine highway and city driving. Very happy and satisfied with it. We were looking for the Limited Edition Rav but ended on the XSE Hybrid no regrets😊
thanks for the straightforward no nonsense review! you're the best! keep it up, sir!
I just reserved my new rav4 hybrid. Cant wait to get it. From a v8 dodge charger to a hybrid.
I purchased a 2022 RAV4 Hybrid XLE in January of 2022. I waited several weeks but wasn't disappointed at all. Toyota Financing is a great help. If I could afford the extra 20k for the Prime I would have, but I am very happy with the Hybrid. I live in rural Maryland and on weekends I take my family on day trips throughout the region. When summer comes we will shift to car camping. Thule makes an excellent aerodynamic cargo box.
For an all around family car that is comfortable, room enough for a family of four and rugged enough for car camping, the RAV4 Hybrid is fabulous! I watched your reviews as well as several others before going to the dealership and I am thankful for your insights and analysis. Very much appreciated as it steered me in the right direction after living abroad for 17 years.
How’s the road noise & seat comfort?
@@sunitjoshi3573 Seats are comfortable, but it's no Lexus when it comes to road noise
My 2022 Rav4 Hybrid Limited fully loaded comes in tomorrow!! I only had to wait 2 days and paid MSRP!
Update: I’ve had my Rav4 hybrid almost 2 mo now, absolutely love it.
I really like your reports. You get to the point and no music. Thank you. 🚙🚘
The Rav4 Prime is only available on RUclips!
Nowhere else!
So it's pointless advertising the vehicle!
I'm with you on this. When car reviwer telll us the Prime is the best. This vehicule does not exist. They have 2000 only for the whole Canada. They took 17 order in my city and then stoped to take pre-order since they aren't sure they will get more then 10 from Toyota. Like the Ford Maverik hybride. Its almost 2 years wait, but 2 week if you take the gas engine.
We have a 2022 model Rav 4 hybrid AWD Cruiser (Australian model)which has covered 3700kms so far and averaging 5,7 litres per 100 or about 50 miles per imperial gallon. It is actually better than we thought it would be. Very comfortable drives really well, fit and finish truly excellent. I love the way I can listen to internet music via Bluetooth from the phone and can control it from the steering wheel. Excellent headlights, quiet on the road, and roomy. We are very happy with the Rav4.
Hi how long did you have to wait?
@@TheClaire8279 3 months because we got a car that a soldier ordered, but he was transferred to where he could not have a car. We were lucky.
Have put a down payment on a 23' RAV4 hybrid XSE, Calvary blue. So excited. We believe with Toyota having been in the hybrid manufacturing for so long that it's the safest make to choose.
(My evaluation is base on my driving needs of 50 miles a day…I HATE my job location). I did the math, the Prime with its 45 miles per charge fell short of the sweet spot in regard to the 50,000.00 price tag. (I Think the sweet spot would be +100 miles per charge)
The reason for a plug-in is to take advantage of “equivalent to 2.00/gallon” (or whatever the price is in your local region). 45 miles per charge is only 3 gallon of fuel. At 5.00/gallon (locally, it’s 3.60), you’re only saving 3 gallons a day, 15.00. Actually, less since you still need to pay for the electric top off. So you’re saving 10.00/day. 50.00/week or $2,500.00/y.
30k for hybrid. 50k for Prime. $20,000 for a “3 gallon electric capacity”. Takes 8y to break by spending an extra 20k. Of course, faster break even if gas price is higher.
45 mile per charge (again, my situation), I will require to run my gas engine for the last 5-10 miles (depending on how traffic congestion)
Winter battery degradation & summer air conditioning: 45 miles per charge maybe closer to 40 or 35 miles per charge depending on these factors.
Side question: Is it me or those regions with the highest gas prices tend to have the highest electric price, too?
Problem with the prime is dealerships have a huge "market adjustment" which wipes out the tax rebates. I was able to negotiate and get a hybrid XLE at sticker with no markup.
Well done. Yes the markups are a huge problem with many cars. Many dealers will sell for MSRP but you have to factory order and wait a long time
How did you negotiate? All dealers in my area have Market Adjustments as well
When I saw the Toyota Rav4 at the dealer. The regular gas version, $32,000: Hybrid, $39,000: Prime, $52,000.
my dealership have no mark-up but options are built-in.
I'm so happy that markup is illegal in my country :-P
Sadly, the RAV4 Prime is no longer a good deal. Most dealerships are charging a $10K surcharge. I had two separate dealerships offer me a Prime for $56K before taxes. I did the calculations and it would take me over seven years to get my money back over what I could pay for a regular Hybrid. I told both dealerships to screw off. And the tax credits would not help as I normally get a refund. I would have to change everything regarding my investments and tax withholdings just to try to take advantage of it. Tax credits only work if you owe taxes. There is no payout. Whatever you can’t use is gone. Too much ass pain.
This is not true. You are eligible for the full credit if you pay federal income taxes equal to or greater than the credit amount. Your refund would be larger by the amount of the credit.
One things worth noting is the cables that wire the battery pack aren't covered under the 10 years warranty. Its only 3 years and 60 000km. And now Toyota is facing a backlash reguarding one of the cable that rust and cost almost 7000$ to get fixed. There is repports of those failure even on 2020 model that have a high millage. So far Toyota made arrangement with many owner with a NDA close that prevent the owner to tell what was the arrangement.
I ordered my 2022 hybrid and I'm now worried about this...
@@ladyteh Well Toyota got a class action against them in Canada so chances are that they will correct the problem soon.
Makes me cringe and wait for 2023 now!
@@sunitjoshi3573 I still don't have it btw 5 months now loll
7 months now 😅😫
It’s crazy hearing about these shortages and waiting periods.. I just called the dealership and they happened to have the xle hybrid I wanted on the lot. Had no clue about difficulty getting these until I had already bought mine
where do you live? They are selling used ones for more than waiting 8 months fir a new one.
@@mikej238 GA, East of Atlanta. It was the second dealership we went to, and only one of two new RAV4’s they had on the lot. Just happened to be the trim and color we wanted. No market mark up either.
@@srfokay that explains it, Americans still are reluctant to buy hybrids. Gas is cheap compared to the rest of the world.
@@mikej238 Electricity still cost money, too.
@@srfokay NO MARK UP?! u should play the lotto
Glad to see this video after putting one on order yesterday. Fortunately we are in a part of the US where almost nobody wants a hybrid, so the wait is short and no markup.
Where are u??
@@ruthchiluiza7037 Alabama
@@victoriadelano6 thank you!
one more Democrat term and you will all be driving hybrids. 😆. The Lexus NX350H is only 500 bucks more than the regular one in Canada.
how long do you have to wait?
Dealers were adding markup off $4000 to $5000 on top of msrp for hybrid vehicles. So basically money savings through hybrid we ended paying to dealership
where? they cant do that in Canada from what I understand. I dont see any new cars advertised over msrp.
There are dealers who are not charging above msrp here in Texas , USA
@@robertduklus6555 Washington state
@@kishorekumar2565 good to hear that
@@kishorekumar2565 Which dealers by chance? Been looking for one.
Great insight and quick to the point. Appreciate your work, Shari
Thank you!
Great video, my se hybrid should be here in 2 weeks. IM ECSTATIC!
Wanted a new 2022, but due to shortage settled on a 2021 XSE. My previous car was a Subaru Outback. The RAV4 is nice, but noisy on the freeway. Wind noise and road noise was unacceptable for a $40k SUV. That is the major complaint I have. The lane keeping feature needs work. It doesn't seem to center you in the road, but is bias towards the centerline. I would rather side swipe a car than be hit head on. Seats are good, but could be better although I've only had my RAV4 for a few months, so I'm still getting used to it, which is especially hard since I don't drive it much. In hindsight, I think I would have been happier with the Limited, but I don't know if it would have the same problems. The first month I put about 500 miles, with 350 city and got 36 MPG. The second month, 344 miles with 154 city and got 40.8 MPG (calculated at the pump). I forget to check the trip computer to see how accurate it was.
What last longer? Hybrids or gas engines?
Went to the dealers in my area every single car was marked up 4000$ it ruins the purpose of affordable suvs
Would love to snag one at msrp
I got 2022 XLE Hybrid with no markup!
@@edsemple9297 where?
Wife and I went in and test drove aRav4, but we were disappointed/underwhelmed with the regular gas version. Dealer did not have any Rav4 Hybrids to drive, so can’t comment on that version. We ended up ordering a Platinum Hylander Hybrid and it’s so smooth and quiet, love it so much. It feels like a Lexus with its refinement and comfort. Rav4 is nice too but feels a couple notches below to us.
Absolutely the rav 4 isn't highlander is much smoother ride more room
Great review Shari! I'll only add that the Prime version has less cargo space behind the second row than the ICE/hybrid versions: 33.5 cubic feet versus 37.4. I guess those bigger batteries have to go somewhere.
Good point! Yes the cargo floor is higher up in the Prime so the Hybrid wins for cargo space
Great review! I wanted to get a Prime for my wife, but the wait was too long. I trust Toyota!
I love my Toyota TAV4 Hybrid! It’s great on fuel and it’s quality is awesome! Toyota is truly the best car manufacturer in the world. I will NEVER own anything else but Toyota. Job well done Toyota!!!!
We just got ours; XSE Calvary blue. First time ever I had to negotiate for MSRP :(. Waited about 4 months.
I have no clue where you got your mpg numbers, but the non-hybrid version gets 27 city, 35 highway. The hybrid gets 41 city, 38 highway.
hybrid XSE or SE are 🔥🔥🔥🔥
We love out 2021 RAV4 Hybrid. Only had to wait one week as the exact spec and color we wanted was already in transit to our local dealer when a hit and run driver totaled our car. Talk about lucky!
The only way you could have been luckier is if the dealer agreed to give you a discount!
@@carhelpcorner Actually not having a hit and run driver total our paid for car would have been better.
You was blessed 😇 just walking away from an accident. The rest was the cherry on top
@@mizz1smith My son walked away with a concussion and lots of bumps and bruises.
My last SUV was Honda CRV, which is very economical, I did 5. 0-5. 5 on it in city, my wife even did it at 3. 5
We are very happy with our 2021 RAV4 XLE, and the Hybrid version will be high on our consideration list next! Great review!
Thank you!
I bought my first Hybrid SUV and It is RAV4 XLE
Compared with Other SUV cost RAv 4 is Little more expensive but I think the Brand Toyota make a huge difference. I paid 49000 For this Hybrid XlE.
After all it is gas saver, very nice interior, friendly dashboard and very spacious..
the Hybrid gas electric should be great for long road trips in the boondocks. 😎 sounds tempting.
We purchased our 2022 RAV4 hybrid premium xle and love gas mileage 44.2 mpg
I’m waiting for my rav4 hybrid to come in! We put money down before the shipment comes because the sales guy, who is our nephew, said they all get sold before they get to the lot!!
I would love to hear you weigh in on the low score Consumer Report's give the Rav4, compared to competing models and the average reliability score? No one dares talk about the recalls and Numerous TSB's the Rav4 receive in 2019 and 2020, with a bit better showing in 2021 models. And considering CR is more data driven than almost any other evaluating source, this should give their ending opinion a lot more heft, right. I'm think of buying the Hybrid right now, but CR's detailed evaluation is giving me pause.
I went to buy a RAV4 Hybrid…..but fell in love with the new Venza Hybrid.
RAV4 test drove like a truck…..Venza Hybrid rode like a Lexus.
I’ve been waiting since Aug for my RAV4 hybrid. Hope the wait isn’t much longer!
I think it’s more reliable than the Hyundai/Kia as they’ve been at it a lot longer. We don’t get the Honda CRV hybrid here 🇨🇦 Yet. But I here it’s coming.
It is coming! I should have a review on it by the end of summer :)
Waited two months for my Venza. Great car nicer inside and outside.
Have rav 4 hybrid xle suz all wheel drive absolutely love this car you have to keep them in home garage keeps the battery cooler in summer and battery warmer in winter I'm average 44 miles per gallon
I am looking for one, hopefully by Spring I can buy one.
Just purchased rav4 hybrid can’t wait to get. I had to order it. Because there all sold out.
What phone mount are you using? Thank you
Thanks for the vid Shari, might consider trading in my accord for a rav4 hybrid since gas prices over here in LA are insanely high😊
I love the Rav 4, but i hate the look of this new model. The wheel well mounding is so odd looking. I can’t get over it. I think i have to look at the Venza instead.
The hybrid drivetrain from Toyota is the best found on the market today. Other manufacturers are a generation or two behind.
I just found your channel and immediately hit the scribe button. I owned a 2016 rav4 SE in Atlanta Georgia. It was a great a great suv, however it was not a AWD model and we moved to Eastern Oregon and need a all wheel drive so we bought a 2020 Subaru Forrester and really not that impressed by it so we are looking for a Rav4 hybrid now. Have you heard anything about the 2023 models yet for the rav4 hybrid? Thanks in advance
Robert in Lagrande Oregon.
Got an unexpected text from my buddy at toyota about a 22 rav4 xse hybrid. Took it home
Latest on TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID (5th Generation) AWD
Just spoke to my brother who lives in Europe and is an automotive enthusiast, he said a Memo was just released regarding serious issue in RAV4 HYBRID... AWD only...
So it turns out that the cable running to the motor that powers rear axle is corroding and needs replacing, it's a roughly $3,000 repair.
Models effected 2019 - 2022 build in CANADA. Memo also mentions USA but I didn't know they made RAV4 in USA.
I just talked to my uncle who is a real whiz with volcanoes... He says a volcanoes is coming this way....
@@falcor6890
Are you guys from Alabama, or Kentucky? And is your uncle also your dad? 🤔
I have a prime SE. It's awesome 👍
want to sell it to me ? LOL.
Yes I would buy one waiting now for it
Great car. Thanks for the review
I really really want a RAV4 Prime BUT what i want even more is wireless andriod auto that comes with the new infotainment system. AND I just don't know when to make my deposit!
Please compare to the Venza. Seems like the Venza is better but with a bit less cargo space, made in Japan and quieter.
Thanks for a great video great info
We are in Australia. We ordered our Rav4 Hybrid in June 2021 & are still waiting over 10 months later other people here have been waiting for 12 months or more for theirs since placing their deposits down.....who knows we may end up with a 2023 model :)
I’m in SA and ordered mine July 2021. It has arrived and I hope to pick it up on Friday 😊
I agree with you. I think the Kia S. Hybrid, looks great but I'm going to go with the Rav 4 b/c of the reliability. I've had 3 priuses, keep them all 10-12 years and I haven't killed one yet. It looks like 2023 Rav 4s are going to get an updated infotainment system, which will mitigate any concerns (I actually don't mind it being dated), so yeah I think this is the one.
:) Now the downside side is I am in NC, so it's hard to find one. I'm prepared to wait till Summer 2023, so the game is on.
We just ordered a 2023 Rav 4 hybrid.
Please test out the Ford Escape hybrid. Ford employs a very similar hybrid technology to Toyota with the planetary gear system. I want to know your thoughts on how it compares to RAV4.
Already did! I was pretty impressed with it. It's really the only version of the Escape I'd consider buying ruclips.net/video/6YXP3HFWUPw/видео.html
There’s more hybrid’s coming down the road too’. Haha I see what you did there.
Great video mate
Haha thanks!
These are available in Fresno, CA. Lots of it too.
Love my 2019 Hybrid XLE and only fill up once month and averaging 43.5 MPG.
@Ululu Kululu The battery is charged by braking and slowing down and of coarse the gas engine.
I Don't like the way the info screen sticks up above the dash. It makes it more difficult to clean the window and the top of the dash. Honda has the same problem.
Hello.. Is it good to buy 2022 Hyundai Elentra Hybrid ??? How's the reliability ?
Bought Rav4 Hybrid XSE 2022 yesterday and already ran in to 'Hybrid Malfunction' error.. had to take it back to dealership to get it look at.. huge disappointment! Bought the car but can't drive it! so sad :(
Did you find out what was wrong?
@@nailgoddesst4882 yes, they said it was loose plug
Since i purchased my 2022 Toyota RAV 4 Hybrid, I hear a continuous rattling noise from the roof above the driver seat. Noticed it mostly when i drive at over 40-50mph on not rough but semi bumpy roads. Also I noticed similar complaints from other owners with my internet searches - "rav 4 rattling noise from the headliner".
The issue seems to me because of poorly fit between the plastic parts that snap into the headliner. Not something I would expect from Toyota for a Car worth $39,000. Super annoying!
And “NO”, this is not anything related with the Garage Door Opener or anything inside the Sunglass holder!
The only thing I am satisfied with the Car is for it’s mileage. It certainly shows around 37.5mpg, and i mostly drive on City roads.
None available in Canada ( hybrid) unless you order now and get a 23 next spring. Hybrid Prime? that's a joke..they don't exist.
Same with Lexus 450h+.
I don't know why Toyota refuses to build PHEVs.
Did you know if Toyota will Change the High Voltage Wiring Harness which have a corrosion defect issue who will cost you +5000us because this part is not under warranty after 3y/60000km… it’s clearly a misconception. They’re more and more people complaining about this issue affecting the 2019-2021 edition (also the rav4 prime)
Yes, heard that. I’m tempted to watch the 2023 edition now.
RAV4 is notoriously bad when it comes to cabin noise. Most of the road and cabin noise make it to the cabin. Is this issue fixed in the new models? Also , compare to CRV , RAV4 feels claustrophobic :)
Not fixed.
Traded in a 2018 CRV ON A 2022 RAV4 XLE hybrid. You're right the CRV has more room and the RAV4 has much more wind noise at highway speeds.
Same with our Highlander!
Yeah right there isn’t any to be had and dealers are adding thousands to the list price. Well not all but it is true you can’t even get one the have to be ordered and the wait can be from 3 to 10 months or never depending on where Toyota puts you in the list. I wanted one and tried to purchase one from all my dealers near me and all said the same thing, you have to order one and no we don’t have one to test drive. After some digging I found that all dealers that have hybrid SUV’s are out of stock and most want to add thousands to the MSRP.
The Physical Buttons and Switches are what I want in a Car. This is not Dated. The Screen could go away in my opinion. I do not want a Large touch Screen with touch screen only interface / Controls. This is a Deal killer for me.
I almost bought it for $47G they wanted $5g over sticker and didn't want to be car poor. It was beautiful though.
If you have time to wait order it, you'll save some money. Not a lot but still better than buying it from the lot. We waited 4 months but we agreed upon MSRP with a few upgrades.
Ford's new transmission based electric booster will be the way to go for hybrids going forward. Waiting for an edge version
Toyota uses ECTV………
Agree with your observations.
Since it is in high demand does it mean we cannot lease or finance through a loan..
We just picked up our Hybrid Rav4 SE. LOVE IT! Wife's car "Happy Wife, Happy Life"
What are your thoughts on Corolla Cross Hybrid?
Hi. Could you please confirm the model of the Toyota SUV at 00:47? Cheers
Afte driving the Mazda the rav just feels cheap. I really wanted the xse hybrid but the interior is just lacking
I’ve heard the same- many reviews have said Toyota has a dated and underwhelming interior
Prime in Canada has a 24mth wait so dealers stopped taking orders.
How is the android audio, and how much mark up should I accept cuz I want it soon
Has RAV4 hybrid fuel tank capacity issue been adjusted ?
Yes it was fixed in mid 2021
I picked a hybrid xse over a brand new Lexus nx and I am so happy with my decision.
when do you get it?
About 3 weeks ago. I got a hybrid xse in Calvary blue for 44.7k, the dealership wanted 48 but I negotiated down.
Plz what your advice to buy the rav4 xle 2022 or skywell et5 2022 ful elec. Or ID4 Crozz or toyota camry hybrid
It’s not best - because they have $10,000 mark up above MSRP
You didn't talk about the Rav4 Prime plug-in. Just mentioned it.
it doesn't exist.....only on paper
That's not true
How quiet is this car when you drive it in highway?
Here in Europe we only have the hybrid option, not gas. The difference in price is astonishing compared to the US, though. Why is everything so much more expensive in Europe (around +10K), when our salaries are actually lower?
Taxes. Thanks to your government.
@@ravishmadhan that's right! Awful people those ones!
Taxes in EU are higher besides Japan and USA are more than friends
@@Faisaldeepblue they are built in Canada
Always been that way...cars are ridiculous in the UK.
Does anyone know if Toyota is accepting "special orders"?