Great review. I'm looking at a 2024 Limited and I was so happy to hear that it does not have that annoying Auto Start Stop. I'm coming from a '19 Mazda CX5 GTR which does not have, and although I have never driven a car with it, I can only imagine how annoying that would be. Thanks for the quick review!
@@psuave1210 I’m glad you were able to enjoy the video despite my allergies at this time and the wind noise. Rest assured I’m looking into a microphone to address that issue and I got my allergies under control for the next videos! I truly hope to see you get that RAV4. I’m very jealous of her 24 Limited. It feels so luxurious in there and hugs the road a little better!
Nice , review , I've got a 21' rav4 LE AWD in MGM , love it , I'm a auto technician myself of 15+ yrs , I purposely chose this generation rav4 due to its simplicity and well known reliability . However I have to disagree with one thing that you stated in the video , You don't have to run the Toyota brand 0w16 in these A25A engines . The ONLY reason Toyota states to use this oil is due to CAFE and EPA regulations . They are held to it by law . When people say its due to "tighter tolerances" , that's false information … I've checked and compared engine clearance specs and there is ZERO difference in connecting rod/ main bearing clearances ranging over 20 + years of Toyota engines . Also the CarCareNut is amazingly talented and knowledgeable but he through out the statement that " the oil pump is calibrated specifically for 0w16" again that's false information . Toyotas that run the exact same A25A engine in other countries, they're owners manuals state that you can safely run a wide variety of viscosities from 0w16 to 10w30 without any issue , of course It mainly depends on ambient operating temperature conditions . You have to remember that Toyota is only out to achieve the highest fuel economy numbers to satisfy these epa/cafe laws , 0w16 is only here to help achieve that , however in my educated opinion , 0w16 does not offer true long-term longevity. I've torn down engines that have ran these ultra low viscosity oils and after 100-150 thousand miles the cylinder walls have major scoring and they burn a large amount of oil . At minimum I would not use anything lower than 0w20 specifically in the winter months . then switch to a 5w30 synthetic for the warmer months . You hit the nail on the head about OCI's . Definitely do not follow Toyotas mentality of "low cost of ownership" running 10000 mile intervals . Anyway keep up the great RAV4 content ! cheers
@@subhankarmodumudi9033 nope. Thats a phone issue. If its the nav built into the car you’re talking about, satellite issue, reboot your screen, should help.
Thanks for watching and commenting! I might make a video on that actually. All 4 of the RAV4’s (my two, a previous relationship 2021, and current girlfriend’s 2024), have been gas for the few main reasons. While Toyota hybrid are absolutely bulletproof, they come in at a higher price point, cost a tad bit more to insure, and are harder to come by as they are in a way higher demand. The hybrid MPG is only a few points better on the highway than the gas model so in some cases it may not matter to get the hybrid. Also for my last really nitpicking reason (because I mentioned it doesn’t matter as they are bulletproof), less moving parts and electronics to worry about long-term. That said if you are getting a RAV4, and you want the hybrid, they have a very long warranty on the hybrid powertrain, so I would not have you hesitate to get one, or any other RAV4 for that matter. There is no wrong answer to it!
I owned a camry for 6yr & I agree with everything you said about Toyota. NA 4 cyl with torque converter automatic is bullet proof.
I have a 24 RAV4 Hybrid Limited and adore it. I’m an auto industry veteran and agree - it’s the best all around vehicle you can buy.
Hybrids are not reliable and expensive to repair nobody cares
Great review. I'm looking at a 2024 Limited and I was so happy to hear that it does not have that annoying Auto Start Stop. I'm coming from a '19 Mazda CX5 GTR which does not have, and although I have never driven a car with it, I can only imagine how annoying that would be. Thanks for the quick review!
@@psuave1210 I’m glad you were able to enjoy the video despite my allergies at this time and the wind noise. Rest assured I’m looking into a microphone to address that issue and I got my allergies under control for the next videos! I truly hope to see you get that RAV4. I’m very jealous of her 24 Limited. It feels so luxurious in there and hugs the road a little better!
Nice , review , I've got a 21' rav4 LE AWD in MGM , love it , I'm a auto technician myself of 15+ yrs , I purposely chose this generation rav4 due to its simplicity and well known reliability . However I have to disagree with one thing that you stated in the video , You don't have to run the Toyota brand 0w16 in these A25A engines . The ONLY reason Toyota states to use this oil is due to CAFE and EPA regulations . They are held to it by law . When people say its due to "tighter tolerances" , that's false information … I've checked and compared engine clearance specs and there is ZERO difference in connecting rod/ main bearing clearances ranging over 20 + years of Toyota engines . Also the CarCareNut is amazingly talented and knowledgeable but he through out the statement that " the oil pump is calibrated specifically for 0w16" again that's false information . Toyotas that run the exact same A25A engine in other countries, they're owners manuals state that you can safely run a wide variety of viscosities from 0w16 to 10w30 without any issue , of course It mainly depends on ambient operating temperature conditions .
You have to remember that Toyota is only out to achieve the highest fuel economy numbers to satisfy these epa/cafe laws , 0w16 is only here to help achieve that , however in my educated opinion , 0w16 does not offer true long-term longevity. I've torn down engines that have ran these ultra low viscosity oils and after 100-150 thousand miles the cylinder walls have major scoring and they burn a large amount of oil . At minimum I would not use anything lower than 0w20 specifically in the winter months . then switch to a 5w30 synthetic for the warmer months .
You hit the nail on the head about OCI's . Definitely do not follow Toyotas mentality of "low cost of ownership" running 10000 mile intervals . Anyway keep up the great RAV4 content ! cheers
yap master
Excellent luxurious RAV4
i'm waiting mine in a few week , i hope
are you facing any navigation issues? pointer is misaligned and shows you out of road?
@@subhankarmodumudi9033 nope. Thats a phone issue. If its the nav built into the car you’re talking about, satellite issue, reboot your screen, should help.
Really Great Video ! Appreciate it , if you could demonstrate why did you choose gas over hybrid?
Thanks for watching and commenting!
I might make a video on that actually.
All 4 of the RAV4’s (my two, a previous relationship 2021, and current girlfriend’s 2024), have been gas for the few main reasons.
While Toyota hybrid are absolutely bulletproof, they come in at a higher price point, cost a tad bit more to insure, and are harder to come by as they are in a way higher demand.
The hybrid MPG is only a few points better on the highway than the gas model so in some cases it may not matter to get the hybrid.
Also for my last really nitpicking reason (because I mentioned it doesn’t matter as they are bulletproof), less moving parts and electronics to worry about long-term.
That said if you are getting a RAV4, and you want the hybrid, they have a very long warranty on the hybrid powertrain, so I would not have you hesitate to get one, or any other RAV4 for that matter. There is no wrong answer to it!
@@mike_wellington_ Excellent,I have already purchased rav4 xle premium gas with highest package available for xle premium!!(metallic grey )
How much did u paid for xle premium?
@@knowledgesharing1848 they start at $35,000 USD and go up to $40,000.
I’m planning to buy one just checking the best price that I can get.
Beautiful car I thinking buy Toyota RAV4 or Subaru Mike I think Toyota is better option
Uncle Mike would be VERY hurt if you bought anything but a Toyota! Especially a RAV4! The most important vehicle of modern day!
You should get control of your brain after all.
Long gone