@colindo5591 the mid to far future most likely. Short to mid-term EVs are choppy. Infrastructure not there yet, rediculous price volatility, repairs can be inconvenient right now + so many other complications. Lease an EV RN or poach a used one knowing it may depreciate further.
I've had my '23 RAV4 Hybrid XLE for about 15 months, 9,000 miles. It may not be class leading in any particular area, but it's a great all-'rounder and a pleasure to drive. Unlike Zach, I really like the interior for its masculine, no-nonsense character -- it's one of the reasons I bought a RAV4.
Love your reviews and QCAC. Considering the fact that Rav4 is at the end of its cycle and still standing really strong among the latest generations of CRV and the koreans, incredible. I agree that the interior is dated and makes a lot of compromises but I am almost certain that the 2026 Rav4 will once again kill the competition for years to come. Bravo Toyota on the fantastic value of this vehicle.
I was lucky to get a Woodland last year brand new in black for 32,250 before the price increase. They might complain about the interior but it is very comfortable on long trips. Plus there is so much after market updates you can add to the interior if you want. My focus is MPG, performance and reliability I can care less if the seats are leather or heated.
My wife loves her 2019 RAV4 XSE hybrid. Feels brand new after 5 years & 48K miles. Good for TMMC! Toyota takes care of its customers, employees, and investors.
I was going to buy one of these a 3 years ago but the wait time was too long. The dealer just happened to have a Venza on the lot which uses the same powertrain, so I decided to buy that instead, and I love it. As Andrea said, if your daily drive is short trips, and you don't mind charging every night, the plug-in might be a good option, otherwise just stick with the regular hybrid. While driving around town doing errands yesterday, my Venza used 4.7l/100 kms (50 mpg) of gas. If I use the highway to commute home on, it is typically 6.5l/100 kms (average about 120 km/hr). Toyota hybrids will provide excellent fuel economy by just driving them like a normal car. They are also the most reliable vehicles made (reliability and fuel economy were high on my list of wants).
Great segment guy's! Was looking at a Rav4 for my granddaughter who just started her first year of college with her mom's hand me down Camry. Granddad is looking for something newer and this looks like the winner!
We bought a 2024 Prime with 10k rebates and if it wasn't for the significant rebates, we would have gone the hybrid route. We do love our Prime and it gets us 2000+ km per fuel tank considering our current driving/charging conditions.
It's quite annoying, the dealerships jack up the price of the RAV4 Prime by 10k or more and then governments give a rebate, tax payers basically writing a cheque to dealerships. The government rebates were a big mistake right from the beginning and should never have been started.
Great review and the RAV4 hybrid was high on our list. 6 month to 18 month wait time. No inventory = lost customer. Went with a Honda CRV Hybrid and no looking back, it’s been great.
Same here got a CRV hybrid touring 6mos ago paid MSRP and vehicle in stock at dealer lot unlike RAV4 hybrid with at least 1yr wait plus dealers charging above MSRP. I got a $1K off from Honda Cda so technically paid below MSRP so far happy with the CRVH!
@@ytj22 you don't need to be made cheap/plastic for your interior to last lol look at how much nicer the Cx5 interior is or even the highlander. Yet those interiors will last as long.
It’s a 5 year old going 6..your comparing it to redesigned vehicles..sportage..crv..cx50..etc..but still its outselling every single one of them year after year..not mentioning its outlasting every single one of them..just saying..
@@jvddavid1589 Cx5 interior hasn't changed in even more than 5 years and I was comparing to a used highlander, not the more recent ones. Also, Mazda has been in the top most reliable cars for many many years (consumer reports). Finally, who the hell keeps their car 15 years nowadays. The Canadian average time for car ownership is 8 years. Oh and have fun paying the "Toyota tax" along with higher insurance due to car theft while having the most boring suv to drive with the cheapest and ugliest interior for how much you pay.
The rav4 are everywhere i love the look even already 6 years old design but still good looking suv the people love the rav4 for a reason my son just bought one he loves it even myself I owned a 2022 venza hybrid love it when people buy a rav4 for reliability
What a great video 🎉 I love you guys! And you’re making me want a RAV4 hybrid for my next car! Andrea, we saw you at Safeway several weeks ago but I didn’t want to intrude on your privacy so I just told my son that it was you 😊
I bought a 2020 RAV4 XLE in March, it's my third car ever and it's the best decision I've made for a car purchase. I recommend everyone to get a Toyota RAV4 now.
Just get ready for the awful dolphin screech when you apply the e-brake. Started happening to my 2020 RAV4 XLE after 55K kms and I've started noticing it on some Lexus NXs and Corollas. Has something to do with the calipers.
@@Wild_Cat So far from what I've seen and experienced it doesn't affect the e-brake's purpose so I'd just let it be until you need to service the brakes.
@@Lucky8sHow often do you use the ebrake? You only need it when parking on steep hills. I disabled auto ebrake function on my Rav4 within few days of getting it in 2020.
I have a 2021 XSE hybrid, and I love it every single day when I commute to work. The interior may be basic compared to KIAs but the difference is Toyotas will keep working for the next 15-20 years. My JBL sound system is banging and the digital rearview mirror is the most important feature, in my opinion. The minute the PRIME models are a bit more affordable, I will be the first in line. I recommend this vehicle to everyone who asks me about it. My only gripe is, I prefer my Blizzard Pearl over the new white pearl colour. Glad I snagged one when I had the chance. I hope in future a panoramic roof is available on more trim levels.
Just bought RAV4 SE in Calvary Blue but I have to wait about 8 months for delivery and I live not that far from the factory is southern Ontario. I think most go to the USA.
@@nickolastiguanif Toyota’s ambitious plans to incorporate Arene into the RAV4 happen and are successful, I suspect it will feel like a different vehicle even if still sitting on a refined K platform.
The Toyota stated MPG figures are massively overstated. I have a new 2024 Rav Hybrid XLE, purchased in Nov. I am approx 26 km from town so a very good mix of highway and city driving. I am getting 5.2 / 100 km combined consistently. This vehicle is amazing on fuel consumption. Personally i like the rugged styling and like the big knobs on the interior. Very satisfying hand feel. Only complaint is " Hey Toyota, we pay higher prices in Canada, how about including the complimentary maintenance like the USA "
Excellent review, my son has just ordered same in Oz, around same price as Canada/US. UK price start $70,657 CAD. Keeping my 12 year old Golf. Love the Rav 4 interior, hate these modern car interiors. But I'm old, the lane keep assist is truly the work of the devil. Your knowledge and attention to detail is fantastic, keep up the good work. Came for Rav4 review and will stick around.
I just picked up my XLE hybrid last week. Came from 2007 civic so you can tell how much I can feel the improve inside out lol. When my friend said the infotainment system looks old and I said dude I had a freakin CD player lol!
2024 RAV4 XLE was my first Toyota. I had Honda all my life. But the hybrid was so technically designed for so many years that I was willing to try. I am impressed. The only complaint may be the sudden engine on at low quiet area. On the stop and go high way, put it on cruise control, it automatically adjusts the speed and distance for you. So nice…😊
I own a 2022 Venza with the same engine as this. I've been given an extended warranty from Toyota Canada for the "cablegate" issue. Other than the Toyota people telling you it is fixed because they put a hole at the bottom of the orange connector to drain the water out of it, I am 100% not convinced that this completely solved the problem. I do hope for 2024 buyers that this is the case, but I would not entirely trust Toyota's mouthpieces on this issue, as it took them well over a year to even admit there was a problem in the first place. All that said, I do love my Venza and will keep it a long time, as it is very expensive to buy now as well as not making them anymore after this model year.
Yes , ive read about that specific problem and i too question if Toyota really solved it. And these rav4 hybrids start from $42K in canada, the Prime is what, $55K ++++ and i read a big long waiting list. Still, either hybrid would be great to own .
I checked my 2019 Rav4 hybrid cable myself. I live in Deadmonton (Edmonton 😁) and have 210,000km on it (mostly highway). Connection looks fine and hybrid system working same as day 1 with same fuel economy. There's a video online to seal the cable on affected models yourself if you're concerned. Involves cleaning the connection and putting grease in there to keep moisture and rust out. Dielectric grease if I recall? The videos on RUclips.
I had to wait 7 months for my 2019 Rav4. Didn't bother me much as I kept driving my old Rav4. When buying new and paying a fortune (any new car) I certainly expect the exact model, features and color I want.
I have a '23 hybrid SE in white and I love it! I think the white with black accents is the best color combo (especially with tinted windows). I accelerate like Andrea so I never get much better than 37 mpg, but that is still way better than my old gasoline engine car. I think it's interesting that you guys don't like the interior. I really like the dash layout / "cockpit" area. I definitely did not like the comparison Kia dash that was shown. Maybe I just like plain things. On the Rav4 forums the most complained about thing is the road noise. I'm oblivious I guess, it's quieter than my previous car and I am always listening to music anyway.
The dashboard is dark, gloomy and uninspired. When you hop into any of the rivals you will see the difference clearly. This is not to say it's ugly, but the competition have raised the bar significantly.
@@jaffarbaqi I test drove a lot of cars, new and used, before buying my RAV4. I don't like clutter, simplistic is best for me. I don't like flash or glare or ambient lights (will never understand the practicality of ambient lights in a vehicle where your attention should be outwards, not inwards).
Got the XLE premium in Canada as i think its the best bang for the buck. Seems the extra features added are worth more.than the 2k diff with the regular xle. I needed the memory seats on it.
I just picked up the rav4 xle premium hybrid 2024 silver, october 2024, after placing my order on june 1 2022. That’s this car in the show + memory seat, softtex leather, 18 inch wheel and a cargo net. That was 2.5 yrs wait. Im in Vancouver bc, where these these couples are based. I paid msrp on it. I agree with every single thing these couples said about the car. Amazing ride quality comfortable as heck. Quiet, very quiet until u rev it. I dont love the interior, i think the 10.1 inch display in the middle console should be standard. The 8inch display just isnt really cutting it. The build quality is amazing, i mean, i paid 50 grand for this (after tax) I just drove to richmond and back today and i got 5.3L/km. That is my best effort to save gas. 5.3 is just ridiculous…. I think i honestly could go even lower, so just know that before u go to honda cuz theirs is not an honest gas mileage but im telling u this car’s claim is truthful. Finally, i have the exact same big complain as the other owners, wtf is that spaceship sound? I hate it, it’s ridiculously needlessly loud. The whole house knows im coming home…… there needs to be a setting to turn it off!
We put quality before dated interior.. i love the plain jane, responsibility price for a vehicle that is like my frigidaire 25 yrs old. It just runs! Period... i think normal people want no break downs.. more than fancy interior that will increase prices..
Keep in mind that this model is 2nd of 5 hybrid models(LE/XLE(including woodland),SE,XSE,LImited. If you want more goodies, I recommend the Hybrid Limited or XSE trims.The Prime XSE costs $6,000 more after rebates than the Hybrid XSE, while i agree that it will take probably 5-10 years to pay off that difference: you get 302HP instead of 219hp for starters, 19 inch wheels instead of 18, Built in Japan, i would argue better resale value (not much), its the best looking of any Rav4. The Prime is a unicorn though, they are just that hard to get in Canada. You need to visit that sales manager with a nice bottle of VQA to get one.........I know that would be Zack's advice.
You both are doing amazing reviews. Instead of waiting more than a year for toyota rav4 hybrid, try to prebook Mazda CX50 hybrid which uses same rav4 hybrid system including engine. If you enter early in waitlist you could get one soon but again the wait time for this also gonna increases soon as supply from toyota will anyways be limited.
I have a 2020 Rav Hybrid in Ontario and this year got hit by cablegate. The repair was done at my Toyota dealership in less than 24 hours at of course no cost.
Regarding the "alien" sound - I am so thankful for it. Just yesterday I was walking through the Home Depot parking lot back to my car - and a Ford Escape Hybrid started backing up into me - with instant audible indication until the annoying beep happened - a second or two after the car started moving. So glad my Highlander Hybrid instantly plays the "alien" tone- I would hate to have an incident.
Been buying Toyotas for decades (with a couple of Fords and Koreans in between), and I drive a Toyota now, but their inability to overcome the supply chain issues is discouraging. In my area in Florida the wait for the RAV4 Hybrid approaches ridiculous, and the dealer tells you not even to bother ordering the Sienna because there is no allocation, and the current wait time is "never". Perhaps it is time to start looking at Honda. They don't seem to suffer from the same organizational paralysis.
I'm not saying Toyota does not need to improve, but Honda globally sells about one third as many vehicles, and their sales have actually been dropping since 2019, so they obviously have excess supply and manufacturing capacity.
@@alsheremeta I am not going to track global numbers, but here are US numbers for major manufacturers, comparing Aug 2024 to Aug 2023: Honda's 2024 sales were 139,980 to 2023 111,994 vs. Toyota's 2024 198,412 to 2023 193,792 leading to the following change in the relative market share: Honda +1.5% vs. Toyota -0.5%. Looks to me like relative to the overall market, Honda is improving its position at a pretty good pace, whereas Toyota is declining. BTW, for the same period the biggest losers in the relative market share were Stellantis -15.1% followed by Audi -12.6%. The biggest gainer was the aforementioned Honda, followed by Hyundai and Mazda, both at just below 1%.
@@mountainhobo Well the global numbers are important because you never know from where in the world components come from to build for example the RAV4 hybrid in Cambridge Ontario...
@@alsheremeta And that's the issue I was hinting at - ever since C19, Toyota seems to be in a permanent supply chain paralysis. They need to solve this problem, or they will keep bleeding US market share.
I''d much rather get the prime over the all electric. It allows you to do pretty well all your daily and regular driving on electric and you never have to worry about finding charging stations when on a trip. It's the ideal setup for someone with a garage.
A little surprised you didn't mention the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid coming out in a couple months, which is basically a Mazda / RAV4 hybrid, using the hybrid guts of the RAV4 in a Mazda body, with Mazda interior. I thought for sure it would show up as honorable mention in the comparison at the end. A feature I like of the RAV4 Woodland Edition is the 1500W electrical outlet, which turns your car into an electrical generator.
I know a few people with RAV4's and driven them. Theyre a great car and I know they really like them as well. It'll be interesting to see what they do with it whenever the next redesign comes out.
My understanding of the Toyota ECVT is that there is no reverse gear as such. To backup the electric motor spins in reverse with no input from the ICE. That is probably why they get it to make some noise to alert pedestrians. Great video, as usual!
I have a 2019 Rav4 hybrid and the engine will go on in reverse sometimes (when battery is weak). The noise is government regulated for any EV or hybrid in EV mode when moving at slow speeds (forward or reverse) to alert pedestrians.
My 22 Camry SE has a manual ratcheting height adjustment, no reason the Rav4 can't have one too! I'm disappointed I couldn't get a Rav4 hybrid in 2022 with supply issues, and then the pass seat issue stopped it from replacing the family vehicle this summer, so even though I like the vehicle we were 0 for 2 in getting one.
11:45 “Prime has best [PHEV] range in class.” Related anechdote: While my Volvo S60 has 41 battery miles it always charges to 50+ with ambient temps above 38°. A&Z had a similar experience, “bonus miles” they called them, when testing an XC90. This capability deserves mention.
Good luck keeping it in your driveway if you live in one of Canada‘s major cities. I also suggest shopping insurance rates before purchasing as they are through the roof.
Same for Honda CRV, Chevy Silverado, Ford F-150, Dodge Ram. Heck, thieves are even so desperate that Hyundai is on the list of most stolen vehicles in Canada! So if you're going to pick a vehicle based on likelihood of being stolen, then give some serious thought to walking instead. 👍
@@ytj22 that’s why I’ll continue to drive my 2010 Jeep patriot that’s been bulletproof so far until the wheels fall off. And when I purchased it new, I got a five speed manual as an added safety measure.
Hello Zach & Andrea. Great review! I was considering getting the 2024 Rav4 but, after test driving it, I found it to be too big for me. Well, I bought the '24 Corolla Cross LE Premium instead and I love it. Of course I'm still learning to use all the new tech features. Do you know if the radio has a "mute" button?
I agree!! The Corolla Cross should be the size of a new RAV4 but all manufacturers make more $$$$$ producing larger vehicles with more options to go wrong.
I am getting Rav4 prime SE next month. The only feature that I am concerned about the base trim is that it comes in cloth seats. I have two infants. One solution I came across is Katzkin leather. Do you think it is a good option? Or will it affect the manufacturer warranty? Or should I go for way expensive one, XSE non-tech package?
I had a 2019 RAV 4 trail. Loved it. Was my 3rd RAV 4. Biggest complaint was they went cheap on the hood. It constantly flexes when a big truck goes by on the road. Would buy another in a second though for trouble free motoring. Was looking at the prime plug in hybrid but the price has scared me away. Thinking I will go with a hybrid XSE if I move forward on a vehicle. Think I am waiting for the redesign before my next purchase.
More expensive than its competitors, has less offerings and it still outsells them all. The duality of the trusted RAV4 badge with Toyota's sterling reputation for reliability creates such a dominating force. I expect for the sixth gen we'll see the biggest change in the interior with an all-new modern design to better compete in today's market. Exterior-wise, I reckon minimal tweaks, the most significant likely going to the front fascia to streamline the model with the redesigns of the Camry, CH-R, Crown Signia and Prius à la their new Hammerhead design language. Toyota did reveal they're taking a cautious approach, opting not to mess with the winning formula.
@@Fabulousprofound168 in Canada the wait seems to be longer. Many/most U.S. dealerships have them on the lot or short wait. Toyota is prioritizing the American market because it's possible that the Canadian market isn't as important to them? Unsure. Money talks I guess.
@@ytj22 Here in Vancouver I was just at a Toyota dealership last month and the answer was "we have no ETAs" which is really crummy on the part of Toyota. Vancouver has a high demand for hybrids and EVs because gas is so expensive here, but Toyota seems content to push all the bz4x's here because they don't sell in America, but allocation for in demand products being "no ETA" seems sketchy and makes people think that they would rather allocate to the states and get the higher margins selling across the border.
Can't wait for you two to review the new upcoming Kia pickup truck, so I know to buy it or not. Thanks again for your reviews on the 2021 Seltos back in 2020 👍👍❤
Honestly, yeah its just a toyota, its just a rav4, its just a hybrid. But my company owns one and i gotta say, Toyota did a great job with the vehicle. It'll be interesting how they do the next model year. Also hi Victoria! I lived in Central Saanich for a bit, beautiful place.
This hibride RAV 4 is the best city car on the planet. Good job Toyota! Owing limited hibride one for olmost a year. Just look in New York City almost every elow cab is a RAV 4 hibride.
It is a great appliance type of vehicle, but it is quite dated now. Unfortunately, it is very hard to find the hybrid model with long waitlists in Canada depending on the trim level. I think most of these go to the US market even though they are made in Canada. I would also expect a new model to be announced in 2025. For those who are currently on a waitlist and don't need something right away, they may very well want to wait to see what the refreshed model brings. I don't find it appealing to wait many, many months for what is in effect the outgoing model.
So the segment buster IMHO is the Kia Niro. Now for context you have to be okay with front wheel drive only and a lower ride. If that doesn't suite your needs OFC stay in segment. Hear me out tho... With greater back seat legroom than a Rav 4, better technology, great layout of the front cabin with 50 MPG fuel economy Niro checks A LOT of boxes. Another consideration is the Niro uses a Dual Clutch Automatic for those who don't care for CVTs. Should be on you short list.
Please note that as of August, 2024 CR-V sales in America 🇺🇸 started to surpass RAV4 CR-V : 38,527 RAV4 : 35,147 I believe this is a factual testimonial for the great improvements that Honda adopted in the new CR-V (2023) vs. the relatively old design / outdated RAV4 (2019).
@@pagodad8079 this is the current situation in Canada 🇨🇦 where I’m living actually, but I believe it’s a way better situation in America 🇺🇸 where the waiting time is just a few weeks or so.
We have a 2021 Prime and we have about 12K miles. So, obviously not a lot of driving. We use gas if we go on a long trip otherwise, NO GAS. Oh, we get closer to 48 miles of electric only range. The electric range reduces rapidly on the highway. Forgot to mention, it is a noisy vehicle on the highway especially if we are using gas.
No mention of the infotainment? I just traded my 2020 RAV4 XSE Hybrid in for a 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge plugin Hybrid. I loved the look of my XSE but there were too many issues for me to keep it any longer, the lousy screen quality and infotainment connection isses, rattling noises, loud interior, driver-side mirror shakes so much its almost unusable and the hybrid gas mileage was deteriorating. It had a lot of good features, great handling, comfortable seats and acceleration.
I’ve only ever owned Toyotas and right now I’m driving a Subaru Forester. My next car brand choices are: Subaru, Mazda or Toyota. Toyota Crown Signia is very handsome but it’s really $$$. If I go for RAV4 hybrid, I’d choose the Woodland edition
I own a 2024 Toyota Rav4 hybrid and I have cloth seats and they are not comfortable. The seating position is not sitting up high so it doesn't feel comfortable on long trips. Having the Rav4 is more the peace of mind for reliability and high resale value.
10:45 Toyota can say what they want about fixing cablegate, but I have read of someone on Reddit with a 2023 that has the problem, and the 2024 “fix” does not look very robust. And if it needs replacing, I am reading horror stories about the part taking months to be available. Why they don’t just reroute the cable as they did with the Corolla Cross is beyond me.
you forget mention one special thing with RAV4. Toyota make a special place for the cargo cover in the spare tire compartment. where I don't see it in any competitor. Yes, the quality and design is outdate but if you look for practicality no other manufacture do it.
Not mentioned in the video - no TPMS in Canada, you have to do without or get a standalone unit + sensors. Also, Toyota redesigned the hybrid cable twice in both 2023 and late March 2024. The 2023 redesign was not good enough because they only cut off half of the plastic cover for drainage, while leaving the metal sheathing exposed and vulnerable. The late March 2024 redesign is much better and actually covered up the vulnerable parts. Toyota's extended warranty for hybrid cable only applies to 2019-2022 models, so if you have the 2023 revision you better hope Toyota's got your back, though with how they were only forced to act via class action lawsuit I wouldn't bet on it.
I looked at the RAV4 hybrid first but couldn't find it available (12 month wait). Then looked at the Honda CRV hybrid (too expensive) and bought the Tucson hybrid instead (Excellent vehicle). I had to trade in the Tucson since it was at the absolute max weight to tow my trailer, and, I could tell). Edit: "it might be all Canadian EH."
Went to my local Honda dealer and they have 5 new CRV hybrids on the lot. Went to my local Toyota dealer 0 RAV 4 hyrids on the lot. Same story at a number of other Honda/Toyota dealers in the area. Local Toyota dealer HAD a Prime XSE on his lot. Lasted 2 days before it was gone. Think that says something.
Anyone here on a waitlist (prime or hybrid), you better find out the details of your waitlist. One dealership puts their current customers in a LEASE as a priority. So, if you are someone who walked off the street and put a deposit down, you MAY be in the “non-priority” list. I found out the hard way after almost 2.5 years on the rav4 prime list.
Own a 2023 Rav 4 Limited Hybrid. The best SUV I have ever had. Like the simplicity of the interior built to last and ease of use.
the infotainment setup is ugly.. feels like it is from the 1990s.
the future is electric, not internal combustion engine.
@@colindo5591For some, pure EV . . . For most, hybrid and PHEV.
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My 23 cruiser hybrid interior is so nice and solid easy to use with high quality material built to last ❤.
@colindo5591 the mid to far future most likely.
Short to mid-term EVs are choppy. Infrastructure not there yet, rediculous price volatility, repairs can be inconvenient right now + so many other complications.
Lease an EV RN or poach a used one knowing it may depreciate further.
I've had my '23 RAV4 Hybrid XLE for about 15 months, 9,000 miles. It may not be class leading in any particular area, but it's a great all-'rounder and a pleasure to drive. Unlike Zach, I really like the interior for its masculine, no-nonsense character -- it's one of the reasons I bought a RAV4.
Same!
Me too
Love your reviews and QCAC. Considering the fact that Rav4 is at the end of its cycle and still standing really strong among the latest generations of CRV and the koreans, incredible.
I agree that the interior is dated and makes a lot of compromises but I am almost certain that the 2026 Rav4 will once again kill the competition for years to come. Bravo Toyota on the fantastic value of this vehicle.
Did the factory tour, looked at their process. They do a good job! Great review guys!
I was lucky to get a Woodland last year brand new in black for 32,250 before the price increase. They might complain about the interior but it is very comfortable on long trips. Plus there is so much after market updates you can add to the interior if you want. My focus is MPG, performance and reliability I can care less if the seats are leather or heated.
Can I ask what kind of after market things? Im thinking on getting a Rav4 and im very interested in after market extras
My wife loves her 2019 RAV4 XSE hybrid. Feels brand new after 5 years & 48K miles. Good for TMMC! Toyota takes care of its customers, employees, and investors.
I was going to buy one of these a 3 years ago but the wait time was too long. The dealer just happened to have a Venza on the lot which uses the same powertrain, so I decided to buy that instead, and I love it. As Andrea said, if your daily drive is short trips, and you don't mind charging every night, the plug-in might be a good option, otherwise just stick with the regular hybrid. While driving around town doing errands yesterday, my Venza used 4.7l/100 kms (50 mpg) of gas. If I use the highway to commute home on, it is typically 6.5l/100 kms (average about 120 km/hr). Toyota hybrids will provide excellent fuel economy by just driving them like a normal car. They are also the most reliable vehicles made (reliability and fuel economy were high on my list of wants).
Love my 2024 XLE hybrid, lucked out and didn't have to wait a year plus for it like most others trying to get one up here in Canada.
Great segment guy's! Was looking at a Rav4 for my granddaughter who just started her first year of college with her mom's hand me down Camry. Granddad is looking for something newer and this looks like the winner!
RAV4 owners please add thief items, cos they have high demand. It's a great product. Made to last. Not made for being fancy. Great review.
We bought a 2024 Prime with 10k rebates and if it wasn't for the significant rebates, we would have gone the hybrid route. We do love our Prime and it gets us 2000+ km per fuel tank considering our current driving/charging conditions.
I also prefer the smoother ride and additional HP of the Prime over the hybrid.
How do you get the 10k rebate for 2024 Prime.
What are the electric costs for those 2000 kms?
It's quite annoying, the dealerships jack up the price of the RAV4 Prime by 10k or more and then governments give a rebate, tax payers basically writing a cheque to dealerships. The government rebates were a big mistake right from the beginning and should never have been started.
@@mikeatgoogle501provincial and federal incentives. If you live in Quebec, Canada you get 10 or 12k off.
Great review and the RAV4 hybrid was high on our list. 6 month to 18 month wait time. No inventory = lost customer. Went with a Honda CRV Hybrid and no looking back, it’s been great.
Same here got a CRV hybrid touring 6mos ago paid MSRP and vehicle in stock at dealer lot unlike RAV4 hybrid with at least 1yr wait plus dealers charging above MSRP. I got a $1K off from Honda Cda so technically paid below MSRP so far happy with the CRVH!
Such a great vehicle. It's a shame the interior was designed by Fisher Price
One thing about Fisher Price toys, they last forever.
@@ytj22 you don't need to be made cheap/plastic for your interior to last lol look at how much nicer the Cx5 interior is or even the highlander. Yet those interiors will last as long.
It’s a 5 year old going 6..your comparing it to redesigned vehicles..sportage..crv..cx50..etc..but still its outselling every single one of them year after year..not mentioning its outlasting every single one of them..just saying..
So, having 300k recalls is very "reliable" of Toyota right now. People put too much pedestal on a machine. 🙄
@@jvddavid1589 Cx5 interior hasn't changed in even more than 5 years and I was comparing to a used highlander, not the more recent ones. Also, Mazda has been in the top most reliable cars for many many years (consumer reports). Finally, who the hell keeps their car 15 years nowadays. The Canadian average time for car ownership is 8 years.
Oh and have fun paying the "Toyota tax" along with higher insurance due to car theft while having the most boring suv to drive with the cheapest and ugliest interior for how much you pay.
I would love to see they offer a maple leafs on the hood! 😆 Great show Andrea! ☕️☕️
The rav4 are everywhere i love the look even already 6 years old design but still good looking suv the people love the rav4 for a reason my son just bought one he loves it even myself I owned a 2022 venza hybrid love it when people buy a rav4 for reliability
What a great video 🎉 I love you guys! And you’re making me want a RAV4 hybrid for my next car! Andrea, we saw you at Safeway several weeks ago but I didn’t want to intrude on your privacy so I just told my son that it was you 😊
Oh you should have said Hi!
I bought a 2020 RAV4 XLE in March, it's my third car ever and it's the best decision I've made for a car purchase. I recommend everyone to get a Toyota RAV4 now.
Just get ready for the awful dolphin screech when you apply the e-brake. Started happening to my 2020 RAV4 XLE after 55K kms and I've started noticing it on some Lexus NXs and Corollas. Has something to do with the calipers.
@@Lucky8s I hear it, 72kms here, wonder if it's even worth it to fix
@@Wild_Cat
So far from what I've seen and experienced it doesn't affect the e-brake's purpose so I'd just let it be until you need to service the brakes.
@@Lucky8sHow often do you use the ebrake? You only need it when parking on steep hills. I disabled auto ebrake function on my Rav4 within few days of getting it in 2020.
@@Lucky8sowned Prius prime, Prius awd, nx450h and Corolla hybrid. Have not seen or experienced what you mentioned.
I have a 2021 XSE hybrid, and I love it every single day when I commute to work. The interior may be basic compared to KIAs but the difference is Toyotas will keep working for the next 15-20 years. My JBL sound system is banging and the digital rearview mirror is the most important feature, in my opinion. The minute the PRIME models are a bit more affordable, I will be the first in line. I recommend this vehicle to everyone who asks me about it. My only gripe is, I prefer my Blizzard Pearl over the new white pearl colour. Glad I snagged one when I had the chance. I hope in future a panoramic roof is available on more trim levels.
Love my 2024 RAV4 Hybrid Limited with the Java colour interior, looks pretty fancy to me 🙂
Cant wait to see the new redesign..
The new redesign will not be until 2026 as new 2025 models are already coming out and look the same.
@@DYIguy the 2026 will probably be unveiled early next year given the age of the current RAV4.
Just bought RAV4 SE in Calvary Blue but I have to wait about 8 months for delivery and I live not that far from the factory is southern Ontario. I think most go to the USA.
Might not improve too much, since there are the Crown models now
@@nickolastiguanif Toyota’s ambitious plans to incorporate Arene into the RAV4 happen and are successful, I suspect it will feel like a different vehicle even if still sitting on a refined K platform.
The Toyota stated MPG figures are massively overstated. I have a new 2024 Rav Hybrid XLE, purchased in Nov. I am
approx 26 km from town so a very good mix of highway and city driving. I am getting 5.2 / 100 km combined consistently. This vehicle is amazing on fuel consumption. Personally i like the rugged styling and like the big knobs on the interior. Very satisfying hand feel.
Only complaint is " Hey Toyota, we pay higher prices in Canada, how about including the complimentary maintenance like the USA "
Excellent review, my son has just ordered same in Oz, around same price as Canada/US. UK price start $70,657 CAD. Keeping my 12 year old Golf. Love the Rav 4 interior, hate these modern car interiors. But I'm old, the lane keep assist is truly the work of the devil. Your knowledge and attention to detail is fantastic, keep up the good work. Came for Rav4 review and will stick around.
front looks like a smile turned upside down…waiting for the Forester Hybrid
Love this review and car!!!! ❤🎉
I just picked up my XLE hybrid last week. Came from 2007 civic so you can tell how much I can feel the improve inside out lol.
When my friend said the infotainment system looks old and I said dude I had a freakin CD player lol!
2024 RAV4 XLE was my first Toyota. I had Honda all my life. But the hybrid was so technically designed for so many years that I was willing to try. I am impressed. The only complaint may be the sudden engine on at low quiet area. On the stop and go high way, put it on cruise control, it automatically adjusts the speed and distance for you. So nice…😊
I own a 2022 Venza with the same engine as this. I've been given an extended warranty from Toyota Canada for the "cablegate" issue. Other than the Toyota people telling you it is fixed because they put a hole at the bottom of the orange connector to drain the water out of it, I am 100% not convinced that this completely solved the problem. I do hope for 2024 buyers that this is the case, but I would not entirely trust Toyota's mouthpieces on this issue, as it took them well over a year to even admit there was a problem in the first place. All that said, I do love my Venza and will keep it a long time, as it is very expensive to buy now as well as not making them anymore after this model year.
Yes , ive read about that specific problem and i too question if Toyota really solved it.
And these rav4 hybrids start from $42K in canada, the Prime is what, $55K ++++ and i read a big long waiting list.
Still, either hybrid would be great to own .
The Car Care Nut has a video on the topic, i don’t remember much 😅 but worth checking out if you are worried.
@@nickolastiguan I follow him. He also said it was fixed, but I am not convinced on just trusting Toyota...
@@LSDOGWALKER only time will tell then. Wash and blow dry it often 😆
I checked my 2019 Rav4 hybrid cable myself. I live in Deadmonton (Edmonton 😁) and have 210,000km on it (mostly highway). Connection looks fine and hybrid system working same as day 1 with same fuel economy. There's a video online to seal the cable on affected models yourself if you're concerned. Involves cleaning the connection and putting grease in there to keep moisture and rust out. Dielectric grease if I recall? The videos on RUclips.
A car made for reviewers only. Customers can't get it 😂😂
You can get it as long as you pay over MSRP at the Stealerships! 🤣🤣
I had to wait 7 months for my 2019 Rav4. Didn't bother me much as I kept driving my old Rav4. When buying new and paying a fortune (any new car) I certainly expect the exact model, features and color I want.
@@James-il3tq
I waited 13 months for 23 model year cruiser hybrid.
Got a 2024 limited hybrid after a 1 1/2 year wait.
@@VanCityDLLM exactly, or if you are willing to buy their costliest variants.. 🤣🤣
I have a '23 hybrid SE in white and I love it! I think the white with black accents is the best color combo (especially with tinted windows). I accelerate like Andrea so I never get much better than 37 mpg, but that is still way better than my old gasoline engine car. I think it's interesting that you guys don't like the interior. I really like the dash layout / "cockpit" area. I definitely did not like the comparison Kia dash that was shown. Maybe I just like plain things. On the Rav4 forums the most complained about thing is the road noise. I'm oblivious I guess, it's quieter than my previous car and I am always listening to music anyway.
Very good acceleration there 🎉
I like the interior, it's simple and basic. Looking forward to the screen being more integrated into the dash.
The dashboard is dark, gloomy and uninspired. When you hop into any of the rivals you will see the difference clearly.
This is not to say it's ugly, but the competition have raised the bar significantly.
@@jaffarbaqi I test drove a lot of cars, new and used, before buying my RAV4. I don't like clutter, simplistic is best for me. I don't like flash or glare or ambient lights (will never understand the practicality of ambient lights in a vehicle where your attention should be outwards, not inwards).
I prefer infotainment higher up on the dash. More safe looking at a screen close to the windshields then lower down.
Got the XLE premium in Canada as i think its the best bang for the buck. Seems the extra features added are worth more.than the 2k diff with the regular xle. I needed the memory seats on it.
I love the backing up sound! its a cool quirk. Also, the turning radius is CRAZY good.
Love love love the RAV4!
I just picked up the rav4 xle premium hybrid 2024 silver, october 2024, after placing my order on june 1 2022. That’s this car in the show + memory seat, softtex leather, 18 inch wheel and a cargo net.
That was 2.5 yrs wait. Im in Vancouver bc, where these these couples are based. I paid msrp on it.
I agree with every single thing these couples said about the car. Amazing ride quality comfortable as heck. Quiet, very quiet until u rev it.
I dont love the interior, i think the 10.1 inch display in the middle console should be standard. The 8inch display just isnt really cutting it.
The build quality is amazing, i mean, i paid 50 grand for this (after tax)
I just drove to richmond and back today and i got 5.3L/km. That is my best effort to save gas. 5.3 is just ridiculous…. I think i honestly could go even lower, so just know that before u go to honda cuz theirs is not an honest gas mileage but im telling u this car’s claim is truthful.
Finally, i have the exact same big complain as the other owners, wtf is that spaceship sound? I hate it, it’s ridiculously needlessly loud. The whole house knows im coming home…… there needs to be a setting to turn it off!
What a beautiful country you live in Andrea.
We put quality before dated interior.. i love the plain jane, responsibility price for a vehicle that is like my frigidaire 25 yrs old. It just runs! Period... i think normal people want no break downs.. more than fancy interior that will increase prices..
my brother in law got a new Hyundai HV, one day suddenly it shut itself down when driving.
hyundai dealer still cant figure out whats wrong.
The cable erosion fix does not work, they just put a plastic underneath the cable. Salt still get in and rust away
You both are great “Content creators” where you can present the same topic over and over, but just different words 👍
Keep in mind that this model is 2nd of 5 hybrid models(LE/XLE(including woodland),SE,XSE,LImited. If you want more goodies, I recommend the Hybrid Limited or XSE trims.The Prime XSE costs $6,000 more after rebates than the Hybrid XSE, while i agree that it will take probably 5-10 years to pay off that difference: you get 302HP instead of 219hp for starters, 19 inch wheels instead of 18, Built in Japan, i would argue better resale value (not much), its the best looking of any Rav4. The Prime is a unicorn though, they are just that hard to get in Canada. You need to visit that sales manager with a nice bottle of VQA to get one.........I know that would be Zack's advice.
great review!
I can't wait until the forester and crosstrek hybrid info comes out. I want either an outback or Ascent hybrid
Love this livery of a RAV4! just like a Trueno 86 in the anime!
You both are doing amazing reviews. Instead of waiting more than a year for toyota rav4 hybrid, try to prebook Mazda CX50 hybrid which uses same rav4 hybrid system including engine. If you enter early in waitlist you could get one soon but again the wait time for this also gonna increases soon as supply from toyota will anyways be limited.
I have a 2020 Rav Hybrid in Ontario and this year got hit by cablegate. The repair was done at my Toyota dealership in less than 24 hours at of course no cost.
The interior though. Fisher Price
Regarding the "alien" sound - I am so thankful for it. Just yesterday I was walking through the Home Depot parking lot back to my car - and a Ford Escape Hybrid started backing up into me - with instant audible indication until the annoying beep happened - a second or two after the car started moving. So glad my Highlander Hybrid instantly plays the "alien" tone- I would hate to have an incident.
Been buying Toyotas for decades (with a couple of Fords and Koreans in between), and I drive a Toyota now, but their inability to overcome the supply chain issues is discouraging. In my area in Florida the wait for the RAV4 Hybrid approaches ridiculous, and the dealer tells you not even to bother ordering the Sienna because there is no allocation, and the current wait time is "never". Perhaps it is time to start looking at Honda. They don't seem to suffer from the same organizational paralysis.
I'm not saying Toyota does not need to improve, but Honda globally sells about one third as many vehicles, and their sales have actually been dropping since 2019, so they obviously have excess supply and manufacturing capacity.
@@alsheremeta I am not going to track global numbers, but here are US numbers for major manufacturers, comparing Aug 2024 to Aug 2023: Honda's 2024 sales were 139,980 to 2023 111,994 vs. Toyota's 2024 198,412 to 2023 193,792 leading to the following change in the relative market share: Honda +1.5% vs. Toyota -0.5%. Looks to me like relative to the overall market, Honda is improving its position at a pretty good pace, whereas Toyota is declining.
BTW, for the same period the biggest losers in the relative market share were Stellantis -15.1% followed by Audi -12.6%.
The biggest gainer was the aforementioned Honda, followed by Hyundai and Mazda, both at just below 1%.
@@mountainhobo Well the global numbers are important because you never know from where in the world components come from to build for example the RAV4 hybrid in Cambridge Ontario...
@@alsheremeta And that's the issue I was hinting at - ever since C19, Toyota seems to be in a permanent supply chain paralysis. They need to solve this problem, or they will keep bleeding US market share.
I''d much rather get the prime over the all electric. It allows you to do pretty well all your daily and regular driving on electric and you never have to worry about finding charging stations when on a trip. It's the ideal setup for someone with a garage.
Or get an electric for 90% of your driving and get a bigger gas / hybrid SUV as a for long trips, snow, towing etc as a 2nd car.
A little surprised you didn't mention the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid coming out in a couple months, which is basically a Mazda / RAV4 hybrid, using the hybrid guts of the RAV4 in a Mazda body, with Mazda interior. I thought for sure it would show up as honorable mention in the comparison at the end.
A feature I like of the RAV4 Woodland Edition is the 1500W electrical outlet, which turns your car into an electrical generator.
We can only choose so many and we haven't driven the CX-50 hybrid yet.
@@andreaspencer9813 I'm looking forward to the review. You guys do a great job! 👍
@@SG-js2qn Thank you very much, we are looking forward to driving it.
I know a few people with RAV4's and driven them. Theyre a great car and I know they really like them as well. It'll be interesting to see what they do with it whenever the next redesign comes out.
My understanding of the Toyota ECVT is that there is no reverse gear as such. To backup the electric motor spins in reverse with no input from the ICE. That is probably why they get it to make some noise to alert pedestrians. Great video, as usual!
I have a 2019 Rav4 hybrid and the engine will go on in reverse sometimes (when battery is weak). The noise is government regulated for any EV or hybrid in EV mode when moving at slow speeds (forward or reverse) to alert pedestrians.
With such interior, it could be a good car for people who are close to retirement or have retired from jobs.
My 22 Camry SE has a manual ratcheting height adjustment, no reason the Rav4 can't have one too! I'm disappointed I couldn't get a Rav4 hybrid in 2022 with supply issues, and then the pass seat issue stopped it from replacing the family vehicle this summer, so even though I like the vehicle we were 0 for 2 in getting one.
You never go wrong with a Rav4
Check your VIN. If your VIN starts with ‘2’ it’s made in Canada. Congratulations TMMC
Canada's factories are higher rated.
Canada factory is higher rated but the Japanese factory is numero uno.
@@dollyandlouismartinez6450 👍 you happen to know which ones are from Japan? That's like the gold standard. ⭐
I like your show!
Yes, the interior is basic but the new larger sized center screen made the interior feel a little more up to date.
11:45 “Prime has best [PHEV] range in class.” Related anechdote: While my Volvo S60 has 41 battery miles it always charges to 50+ with ambient temps above 38°. A&Z had a similar experience, “bonus miles” they called them, when testing an XC90. This capability deserves mention.
I like the RAV4, but dealers had a very limited supply of inventory, and the few they had, additional dealer markup was commonplace.
Toyota dealerships ripping everyone off!!
zack told me buy one so i have rav4 hybrid....................its the best after 65000 k still like new
Good luck keeping it in your driveway if you live in one of Canada‘s major cities. I also suggest shopping insurance rates before purchasing as they are through the roof.
Same for Honda CRV, Chevy Silverado, Ford F-150, Dodge Ram. Heck, thieves are even so desperate that Hyundai is on the list of most stolen vehicles in Canada! So if you're going to pick a vehicle based on likelihood of being stolen, then give some serious thought to walking instead. 👍
@@ytj22 that’s why I’ll continue to drive my 2010 Jeep patriot that’s been bulletproof so far until the wheels fall off. And when I purchased it new, I got a five speed manual as an added safety measure.
@@bugsyboy5323good plan
Hello Zach & Andrea. Great review!
I was considering getting the 2024 Rav4 but, after test driving it, I found it to be too big for me.
Well, I bought the '24 Corolla Cross LE Premium instead and I love it.
Of course I'm still learning to use all the new tech features. Do you know if the radio has a "mute" button?
In the Rav you can press the "mode" button on the steering wheel to mute the audio.
@@katietatey Thank you, I'll try that
I agree!! The Corolla Cross should be the size of a new RAV4 but all manufacturers make more $$$$$ producing larger vehicles with more options to go wrong.
I agree, the RAV 4 is massive now. The RAV should have been the Corolla X size.
I am getting Rav4 prime SE next month. The only feature that I am concerned about the base trim is that it comes in cloth seats. I have two infants. One solution I came across is Katzkin leather. Do you think it is a good option? Or will it affect the manufacturer warranty? Or should I go for way expensive one, XSE non-tech package?
Cloth seats at that price point is beyond RIDICULOUS!!
I had a 2019 RAV 4 trail. Loved it. Was my 3rd RAV 4. Biggest complaint was they went cheap on the hood. It constantly flexes when a big truck goes by on the road. Would buy another in a second though for trouble free motoring. Was looking at the prime plug in hybrid but the price has scared me away. Thinking I will go with a hybrid XSE if I move forward on a vehicle. Think I am waiting for the redesign before my next purchase.
Got my RAV4 Hybrid in march. Amazing vehicule the best i owned soo far. Trying to get lucky getting a prime hope for a cancellation
More expensive than its competitors, has less offerings and it still outsells them all. The duality of the trusted RAV4 badge with Toyota's sterling reputation for reliability creates such a dominating force. I expect for the sixth gen we'll see the biggest change in the interior with an all-new modern design to better compete in today's market. Exterior-wise, I reckon minimal tweaks, the most significant likely going to the front fascia to streamline the model with the redesigns of the Camry, CH-R, Crown Signia and Prius à la their new Hammerhead design language. Toyota did reveal they're taking a cautious approach, opting not to mess with the winning formula.
Great review as always, Can you please share your thoughts about 2025 Mazda CX50 GL-S vs GT turbo, which one to choose?
Wait time for Hybrid? - any model - always no stock. Toyota - Please make more!
Mine was 6 months
Back in 2016 my dad had to wait 2 months for his… hearing that it’s now 6 months is disappointing 🐢🤦♂️
@@Fabulousprofound168 in Canada the wait seems to be longer. Many/most U.S. dealerships have them on the lot or short wait. Toyota is prioritizing the American market because it's possible that the Canadian market isn't as important to them? Unsure. Money talks I guess.
@@Fabulousprofound168I bought the ‘16 Rav4 Hybrid right off of the lot in Va. US.
@@ytj22 Here in Vancouver I was just at a Toyota dealership last month and the answer was "we have no ETAs" which is really crummy on the part of Toyota. Vancouver has a high demand for hybrids and EVs because gas is so expensive here, but Toyota seems content to push all the bz4x's here because they don't sell in America, but allocation for in demand products being "no ETA" seems sketchy and makes people think that they would rather allocate to the states and get the higher margins selling across the border.
Can't wait for you two to review the new upcoming Kia pickup truck, so I know to buy it or not. Thanks again for your reviews on the 2021 Seltos back in 2020 👍👍❤
Honestly, yeah its just a toyota, its just a rav4, its just a hybrid. But my company owns one and i gotta say, Toyota did a great job with the vehicle.
It'll be interesting how they do the next model year.
Also hi Victoria! I lived in Central Saanich for a bit, beautiful place.
great vehicle ❤❤❤
This hibride RAV 4 is the best city car on the planet. Good job Toyota! Owing limited hibride one for olmost a year. Just look in New York City almost every elow cab is a RAV 4 hibride.
That interior is 🫠🫠
It is a great appliance type of vehicle, but it is quite dated now. Unfortunately, it is very hard to find the hybrid model with long waitlists in Canada depending on the trim level. I think most of these go to the US market even though they are made in Canada. I would also expect a new model to be announced in 2025. For those who are currently on a waitlist and don't need something right away, they may very well want to wait to see what the refreshed model brings. I don't find it appealing to wait many, many months for what is in effect the outgoing model.
Andrea's snarling lip gave me a gigglefit.
So the segment buster IMHO is the Kia Niro.
Now for context you have to be okay with front wheel drive only and a lower ride. If that doesn't suite your needs OFC stay in segment. Hear me out tho...
With greater back seat legroom than a Rav 4, better technology, great layout of the front cabin with 50 MPG fuel economy Niro checks A LOT of boxes.
Another consideration is the Niro uses a Dual Clutch Automatic for those who don't care for CVTs.
Should be on you short list.
Mile 0 of the TCH is in St. John’s NL. The postal code starts at A in NL, then B in NS, C in PEI, etc.
Please note that as of August, 2024 CR-V sales in America 🇺🇸 started to surpass RAV4
CR-V : 38,527
RAV4 : 35,147
I believe this is a factual testimonial for the great improvements that Honda adopted in the new CR-V (2023) vs. the relatively old design / outdated RAV4 (2019).
@@WilliamK-e1j yes, the CRV is just fine, but this is due to hybrid availability.
The CRV is a far better looking vehicle! Way better interior! The rav4 is dated AF!!
CRV simply looks way better than Rav4
Crv is easier to get your hands on as well. People don’t want to wait months for a vehicle they need today.
@@pagodad8079 this is the current situation in Canada 🇨🇦 where I’m living actually, but I believe it’s a way better situation in America 🇺🇸 where the waiting time is just a few weeks or so.
We have a 2021 Prime and we have about 12K miles. So, obviously not a lot of driving. We use gas if we go on a long trip otherwise, NO GAS. Oh, we get closer to 48 miles of electric only range. The electric range reduces rapidly on the highway. Forgot to mention, it is a noisy vehicle on the highway especially if we are using gas.
That's great!
No mention of the infotainment? I just traded my 2020 RAV4 XSE Hybrid in for a 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge plugin Hybrid. I loved the look of my XSE but there were too many issues for me to keep it any longer, the lousy screen quality and infotainment connection isses, rattling noises, loud interior, driver-side mirror shakes so much its almost unusable and the hybrid gas mileage was deteriorating. It had a lot of good features, great handling, comfortable seats and acceleration.
Passenger seat with lumbar?
If you waited this long to get yours, then why not wait another year or two for the refresh?
I’ve only ever owned Toyotas and right now I’m driving a Subaru Forester. My next car brand choices are: Subaru, Mazda or Toyota. Toyota Crown Signia is very handsome but it’s really $$$. If I go for RAV4 hybrid, I’d choose the Woodland edition
In Canada, 5.8 L/100 equals 48.7 miles per Imperial gallon and 6.3 L/100 equals 44.8 miles per Imperial gallon.
I own a 2024 Toyota Rav4 hybrid and I have cloth seats and they are not comfortable. The seating position is not sitting up high so it doesn't feel comfortable on long trips. Having the Rav4 is more the peace of mind for reliability and high resale value.
The short seat lacks thigh support, just like my old Prius. My Volvo has extendable thigh support, highly desirable.
I have a 2021 XSE with Softex and can concur, seats can be more comfortable.
10:45 Toyota can say what they want about fixing cablegate, but I have read of someone on Reddit with a 2023 that has the problem, and the 2024 “fix” does not look very robust. And if it needs replacing, I am reading horror stories about the part taking months to be available. Why they don’t just reroute the cable as they did with the Corolla Cross is beyond me.
What about the noise levels inside the car? Compared to other vehicles in the same size?
We said it is not as quiet as the Korean twins.
@@andreaspencer9813 If possible to include a noise detector to the channel, this’s a surplus ⭐️
How is the handling
you forget mention one special thing with RAV4. Toyota make a special place for the cargo cover in the spare tire compartment. where I don't see it in any competitor. Yes, the quality and design is outdate but if you look for practicality no other manufacture do it.
What a spare tire!😂😂😂😂😂
Not mentioned in the video - no TPMS in Canada, you have to do without or get a standalone unit + sensors.
Also, Toyota redesigned the hybrid cable twice in both 2023 and late March 2024. The 2023 redesign was not good enough because they only cut off half of the plastic cover for drainage, while leaving the metal sheathing exposed and vulnerable. The late March 2024 redesign is much better and actually covered up the vulnerable parts.
Toyota's extended warranty for hybrid cable only applies to 2019-2022 models, so if you have the 2023 revision you better hope Toyota's got your back, though with how they were only forced to act via class action lawsuit I wouldn't bet on it.
No.1 best selling car of North America.
I looked at the RAV4 hybrid first but couldn't find it available (12 month wait). Then looked at the Honda CRV hybrid (too expensive) and bought the Tucson hybrid instead (Excellent vehicle). I had to trade in the Tucson since it was at the absolute max weight to tow my trailer, and, I could tell). Edit: "it might be all Canadian EH."
I always liked this generation Rav 4 and it is a great used buy.
Went to my local Honda dealer and they have 5 new CRV hybrids on the lot. Went to my local Toyota dealer 0 RAV 4 hyrids on the lot. Same story at a number of other Honda/Toyota dealers in the area. Local Toyota dealer HAD a Prime XSE on his lot. Lasted 2 days before it was gone. Think that says something.
To clarify. In quebec the prime comes out 2k more then xle model with rebate. So its worth it if you find one.
Anyone here on a waitlist (prime or hybrid), you better find out the details of your waitlist. One dealership puts their current customers in a LEASE as a priority. So, if you are someone who walked off the street and put a deposit down, you MAY be in the “non-priority” list. I found out the hard way after almost 2.5 years on the rav4 prime list.
Most of us long-time Toyota/Lexus owners have bought another brand already. Such a shame.
Wish I could buy one.. 2 year wait list on these things.
How do all the uber drivers get them but I cant?
@10:40 Same part, same materials. Just a modified cover that will delay the rust, but not stop it.