We've had one of these for nearly two months now and I just love it. I'm 52 years of age, this is the most comfortable car I've ever owned. If you wonder about the back seat space, I'm 2 meters tall and can just move from the driver's seat to the back and sit comfortably "behind myself." Our previous family car was a Hyundai Santa Fe, drove it for 6 years and liked it a lot. The RAV4 has cut our fuel costs by half.

Don’t judge me but I’m 13 and this is my dream car

@Brandon-eh4tz

5 жыл бұрын

Dream bigger, kid....Kidding ;) This is a great, long lasting, practical, and economical car. Smart and humble decisions like that will make ya rich!

@dylanhughes5944

3 жыл бұрын

I have judged you, and provided a like

Just did a family trip with mine. Bike in the trunk, roof box on the roof and 4 passengers. 1000 miles of highway and 32 mpg. On steep inclines, there is no transmission shifting like in the gas only version. It's a much smoother experience. I can't recommend this vehicle enough.

@baldheadlogic

7 жыл бұрын

Hey Man. From a full tank, what was your cruising range? I am considering one for commuting and hwy trips. Thanks!

@daveincanada785

7 жыл бұрын

I made if from Montreal to Old Orchard, ME....about 600 km (350 mi) with plenty of gas to spare. Would say this car could go 700 km (425 mi.) to a tank without an issue.

@baldheadlogic

7 жыл бұрын

That is really great news to hear. Thanks a bunch bro.

Toyota has put their cruise control in the same location for like 42 million years. It's even in the same place on my expensive ass Lexus GS F and it works mint. Thanks for the review, going to get one of these for my parents.

I like your review, nice and to the points.

Love the Review :)

Im not a big fan of toyota. But i bought this car because it s suv hybrid. The result, i LOVE it. 40-42 mpg i got. And when i need power, it delivers.

@afcgeo882

5 жыл бұрын

40-42? I don't think so. You mean 30-32?

@dexgray4581

3 жыл бұрын

@@afcgeo882 0:59 people get a lot more when driving economically. Listen here..

@afcgeo882

3 жыл бұрын

@@dexgray4581 I drive mine in ECO mode and gently, in NYC (city driving). I get 33mpg in the winter and without using HVAC, I can get it up to 39mpg on a short trip, without any highway, but I have to hypermile to get that. In mixed or highway driving, it’s less. Do you even have one?

My dad used to have a 2007 RAV but not hybrid. It was awesome

Great Review. I have the 2016 model. Love it. A couple of CONs - 1. The Infotainment systems's GPS is horrible. There are no way to get free updates to the old maps in the system. A $150 Garmin is more accurate and gives you updated maps free as does Google Maps on your phone. Toyota really, REALLY needs to get the Android Auto app on their Entune system. To lag behind in the latest app technology for automobiles is a disservice to their outstanding auto quality. 2. The breaks are spongy/squishy. It takes more pressure to get the breaks to stop the vehicle than other models I've driven. The braking system is okay, but it could be much better. Overall, the review highlights the best features of the car. I just wanted to mention the two things I feel Toyota can improve to make the RAV4 Hybrid even better than it is.

@afcgeo882

5 жыл бұрын

1. It's brakes, not breaks. 2. The brakes aren't mushy, they're HYBRID. The first part of the brake feel is just the regenerative braking happening, no actual brake pads in action. Then as you press more, the actual brakes take over and you get proper brake action. Most hybrids do this. It takes a while to learn how to brake with them. The idea is that the regen braking is best to use without the actual brakes (it puts energy back into the batteries.)

@plussizehoney1240

4 жыл бұрын

@@afcgeo882 how do you sense the Moment the regenerative Breaking mode changes into actual braking mode? my dealer told me to Hand shift the rav4 into slowing down rather than using the brakes

@afcgeo882

4 жыл бұрын

PlusSizeHoney Have you driven it? You can feel when the brakes bite. You can’t “hand shift” a CVT.

@plussizehoney1240

4 жыл бұрын

@@afcgeo882 I actually own it Right now. bought a 2018 model with 15000 km on it.. and the dealer told me it is preferable to do the Manual shift down gear Option and let it roll out instead of using the Brakes. trying to optimize my hybrid driving style Right now ;) gonna test the Brakes out tomorrow

@afcgeo882

4 жыл бұрын

PlusSizeHoney In short, he’s not wrong. That will engine brake you. However, your best bet is to simply be light on the brakes. That will regen brake you with the electric motors.

Generally a good review for someone like me considering one of these as a new to me car. HOWEVER, 2 points: talking head room without mentioning your (the test driver's) height, borders on pointless. (Is the rear reclining seat available on other trim levels of the RAV4 hybrid?) And, you very nicely glossed over the LACK of rear seat heat/air conditioning vents.

I love Toyota rav4 hybrid

Was driving my 2012 RAV4 Limited 4WD 6 cylinder till Sept. 2017 when the hurricane rains leaked into it and caused mold to cover everything and even ruin the engine. Apparently the sunroof will leak if the drain (who knew) is not cleaned out periodically. I think when I took if to the Toyota dealer for regular servicing that they should have done that, but apparently they didn't. I loved that car, and am getting the 2018 hybrid in the next few weeks. Just have to decide on color. Had silver. Want to try something different, maybe black or red. Wish they still offered the 6 cylinder. But from what I've read, the Hybrid is a bit more powerful than the nonhybrid. I'll know once I test drive it.

@smiling5683

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the heads-up!

Pumper seat in XLE trim.

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At the end of this review, you said the Rav4 compared to the Subaru Crosstrek. Wouldn't that be the Forester? Just curious. Forester owner here.

@WrightLisgar

6 жыл бұрын

They are comparing hybrid-hybrid, rather than body style.

@afcgeo882

5 жыл бұрын

Except there is no Crosstrek hybrid.

@howardkerr8174

4 жыл бұрын

@@afcgeo882 I believe there was a Crosstrek hybrid for a short period of time, but it was withdrawn because the fuel savings was negligible.

@afcgeo882

4 жыл бұрын

Howard Kerr That’s correct. At one point there was. Then there was time when there wasn’t one and now there’s an equally useless plug-in hybrid.

Do you know the EV range?

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there is no rear vents.??.making the back row feeling cheap...

I tested the Limited hybrid and was very dissapointed with the JBL 11 speaker premium sound system...sounded like a 2 speaker system

@BTC909

7 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of the base sound system in the LE. Would have walked away if we thought to test.

@garystar2398

7 жыл бұрын

I did, too bad since otherwise I liked the Rav4 . I will test the new CRV and CX5 with the 10 speaker Bose

But no apple car play :(

@afcgeo882

5 жыл бұрын

In the 2019 there is.

Blah, blah, blah, car... whatever. I'm sorry. But you sir, are adorable.

@NUZZIE.

4 жыл бұрын

😂

hope it's better than my piece of junk Sienna . everything breaks !

am sorry but 30 - 34 mpg is dreadful , my 2ltr diesel Picasso is doing 50 -55 mpg , I thought adding electric engines was to help mpg and not to be used for acceleration only. . a hydrogen fuel cell would be much much, better with electric motors , I used to drive a Rav 4 I liked it because of reliability but that's all , its was thirsty too . sorry but that's my experience

@daveyineluctable5525

6 жыл бұрын

google the MPG versus Gallons-Per-Mile illusion, highly illuminating it's essentially diminishing returns and marketing hype. i'm all about efficiency and saving the environment, but understanding the numbers and realities are the best starting point (unfortunately, "going green" was a marketing illusions, a buzzword, and often actually was said by the companies that polluted THE MOST)

@mindspinn311

6 жыл бұрын

Imperial gallon vs US gallon. Do the calculation. Your Picasso is also smaller and lighter.

@afcgeo882

5 жыл бұрын

1. Different gallon, so you can't compare U.S. measurements to the U.K. 2. Electric engines are fantastic for accelerating since they give you 100% of torque at 1rpm and up.

@khaledalbaydany2743

4 жыл бұрын

Hi. I just bought toyota RAV4 2017 diesel and manual, always drive toyota and vw as well but I see the toyota it's good car on the road handle the jop. But I not like hybrid engine.