Wow this dude’s review is the best I seen out of over 20. TO the point with useful insights. I like the no bs, filler words that’s lose my attention.

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much that truly means a lot to me and I’m very happy you found value in my work. It’s people like you that make this worthwhile thanks for stopping by

@jj5515

4 жыл бұрын

AGREED.

Pretty nice SUV, hope this review was helpful to someone. If you have any questions leave them down below and I would love to hear from some owners of the RAV4 as well. Thank you again for watching, if you would like to know which cars I will be working on next, consider following me on instagram @exhaustsports. Take care.

@allisoncohen2321

3 жыл бұрын

Hello, just came across this review and it's super informative so thank you! I recently saw this color advertised as a new 2021 toyota color, which confused me a bit because the description says this car is a 2019. Are you able to clarify if this color (lunar rock) was available in previous models before 2021 for the RAV4? I haven't been able to find any used or certified pre-owned, but that also maybe because no one is selling theirs!

@MeynMotorGroup

3 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks so much for stopping by glad you found value with this review. Yes the model featured in this review is a 2019 Rav4 finished in Lunar Rock. Toyota added this color recently as a new 2021 color for the Tundra and 4runner I believe but the Rav4 has always had this color since 2019. Really love this color I think it is my most favorite Toyota color

@allisoncohen2321

3 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup thank you so much for the quick reply! I’ve been thinking the RAV4 just came out in this color this year! Maybe I’ll have better luck finding a certified pre-owned now that I know they exist 🤣

@MeynMotorGroup

3 жыл бұрын

Not a problem! Yea it is a rare find, pretty sought after. I'm glad you are going the CPO route very smart. Funny story, most dealers are charging 4k over sticker for a TRD Pro 2021 4Runner in lunar Rock due to the demand. These new colors toyota rolled out with are proving to be very popular for sure

@allisoncohen2321

3 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup Wow that is good to know, thanks for sharing!! You are right, from my research so far I haven’t been able to find 1 CPO 2019 or 2020 RAV4 in Lunar Rock. That must mean people love it though, so that’s reassuring as a potential first time Toyota buyer. ☺️ Thanks again!

This is my little sister's DREAM CAR! She's literally in love with it and will not stop talking about it. When we're out in public, all she does is look for 2020 Rav4s! Haha! She has been saving money to try and get it. Thank you for this review!

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Haha that's awesome yea I'm happy to say the 2020 MY Rav4 fixes a few things over the 2019 so that helps. Good vehicle for sure I was getting good gas mileage too

@mrsmith697

3 жыл бұрын

clever sister..i have order one..waiting...waiting...

@corpuzone

3 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup nice review dude. What improvements are in 2020 vs the 2019? They are the same vehicle? Is it wind noise? I’d rather get 2019 save some cash used. I wouldn’t buy this brand new as you know cars depreciate and not investments like real estate. Certified pre owned by the dealership is the way to go ☺️

The new RAV4 is such an improvement thanks for the in depth reviews!

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

Excellent review Kevin thanks for always talking about things consumers care about while delivering it in an objective and entertaining matter. Best of luck!

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your kind words, I’m just happy you find value in what I do! I appreciate you stopping by my friend and showing support. Take care

I love your honesty in these videos man! That definitely helps in picking the right vehicle

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Mack that means a lot to me and I’m humbled that I can help, not everyone likes the truth haha

New rav4 is a big step up ! Also , your editing/video skills continue to improve 👍

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed and thank you so much my friend! As always your continued support means a lot!

Very knowledgeable stuff in this video and appreciate the time you took for this. I’m thinking of getting this as my first new car purchase on my own. Moving from Nissan is hard but this video has helped me make my mind up. Thanks for this 🤙🏽

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Hey thank you so much my friend super happy you found value with it. I actually just reviewed a 2020 model as well and I'm happy to say they fixed the instability issues at highway speeds. Thanks again

Really clear and useful, exactly what I WANT looking for when i search RAV4

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Super happy my friend that I could help out I also reviewed the 2020 Rav4 TRD if you are interested its one of the newer videos on the channel

Our 2020 Rav XLE Priemum has the buttons for sand, snow and "rock paper, scissors" used at 4 way stops.

Just bought the exact same model but 2020, they work on the noise level for the 2020 model and the situation as improve by a pretty good margin

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Correct they vastly improved the 2020 Rav4 I just did a review on the 2020 Rav4 TRD and I was very pleased with it. Great purchase and massive congrats my friend

I value your opinion Kevin & overall you can't go wrong on a RAV4 when you factor in resale & reliability value! However, having said that, I do a lot of highway driving back & forth to work here in Southern Oregon & the wind-noise & instability issues would be a deal breaker for me I think. I recently viewed "Throttle House" vid & they did a comparison of the VW Tiguan vs the Toyota RAV4 & they couldn't recommend one over the other. I for one would choose the Tiguan because of the German superior engineering in my opinion. But beyond the Tiguan, what I am drooling over is the introduction of the new 2020 Audi Q3 S-Line!! That B***H is Beautiful!!! Thumbs Up &I look forward to you reviewing that one someday!

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Greg means a lot to me that you value what I do! And yes if highway driving is what you mostly do, you would probably have to look else where from Toyota haha. We owned a 2012 Passat when that vehicle was new and I will honestly say, the level of solidity and “bank vault” like feel we got from that, was never replicated in any other midsize car. Not Toyota, Mazda, Kia, nothing. All three I mentioned are great however you gotta Buy German to get that feel I mentioned. Tiguan probably has that feel. And yea I like Audi’s a lot! Hopefully one day I can make that happen haha

I have a 2019 XLE and it feels fine over 70mph. I drive it at 75 and over. I have never felt what you described

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Do you have the hybrid? I’ve noticed this with so many Toyota products and it shouldn’t be a thing I want to assume that there was something wrong with this press car but I didn’t think so. It just felt extremely unstable and that did not inspire confidence for me

@chadf2169

4 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup It is the gas model. I have had it since May. Great vehicle, all around. I have a 200 mile trip tomorrow. I will pay close attention to how it drives and let you know. That way it is fresh in my mind

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

It is a superb vehicle I really enjoy driving it, yea please let me know if you get any updates because I’m fine with a bit of wind noise, even an S class has wind noise. If you notice any instability or pulling I guess let me know. I hope there isn’t

@chadf2169

4 жыл бұрын

I did notice some wind noise at 75mph . But is wasn't enough to mess with conversation. On the way home we were driving into a 20mph or so wind. And the wind noise was a lot more noticeable . But not loud enough to make a conversation difficult. As for the handling it felt solid to me. And that was with spots of slushy snow

If you need more space then this, maybe you should look into a u-haul or something. Haha, im done. Just purchased a super white 2020 Rav4 Awd Xle...Lovin it!

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks for stopping by massive congrats on the new Rav4 it really is a great ride for sure

I really like the color! Don’t think it would be for me, but it does have a much better look then the previous generation.

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed! This is a very interesting trend going for a more glossy finish. Honda and Kia are doing something similar. And yes I think this is a step up from the previous generation! Thanks for stopping by sir

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome I love this color

I just traded my 2018 crv due to oil issues, and just a boring mini van like drive. Thing shook on freeway. I got the rav and it’s soooo much better. Mine flies smooth and I find I’m going 80-85 without noticing on highway. Wind noise is there but not as bad as crv was.

It has a very confident awd system. Every generation of Rav4 was able to Offroad not too badly, and this will be the most confident model. My 3rd Gen tackled 15 inches of snow with ease, and the New Rav4 has more clearance and better AWD. it out handles some old sport cars. Very confident in turning.

@MeynMotorGroup

3 жыл бұрын

very nice

I will receive my xle fwd in two weeks. very excited!!

@MeynMotorGroup

3 жыл бұрын

Nice did you get a 2019 or 2020?

@pierre-lucbertrand5041

3 жыл бұрын

Exhaust Sports Auto 2020! Brand new.

@MeynMotorGroup

3 жыл бұрын

Nice good choice 👌 its far more refined than the 2019 and is stable on the highway you should be satisfied

@pierre-lucbertrand5041

3 жыл бұрын

Exhaust Sports Auto 😉👍

@sptrader6316

3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2021 XLE FWD and love it.

Good review as always!

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Dude! Many people despise Toyota for ugly design but this looks ok to me. I love the new Highlander in Moon Dust though! Toyota has interesting colors like Blue Flame, Cement, Sandstorm etc which are light powder blues and greys. Looks awesome on the Tundra/Tacoma, Rav4 and CHR. Very pastel and done right. I love the white or blue combo exterior/roof. We should definitely have two-tone colored exteriors back (50s style!) But I still think the Mazda CX-5 is the best small suv. It's likely more refined and made better. Even Consumer Reports says the Rav4 is too loud and cheap feeling :/ Keep up the good work! :)

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Watson thanks again for stopping by yea Toyota has been killing the paint game haha loving these unique gloss colors as you mentioned they look fantastic. But yes the CX-5 is just amazing and you can get the Turbo models for 33k. People just love the continued reliability and track record the Toyota’s have so they continue to sell with that peace of mind despite alternatives that maybe cheaper and better. Thank you for your support!

@BigdisplacementI6

5 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup thanks 😇

I get up at 5AM and the roads are never plowed so I'm hoping for an SUV that can handle bad roads and bad country roads in Canada. Will this do the job?

@pobster88j94

4 жыл бұрын

jiu.jitsu.prist yes. It’s great in the snow.

Thanks for the review Kevin. Iam due to turn in my previous Gen Rav but the pricing has gone way up. On another note if you think the Rav drives well, take out the CHR.Impressive handling and suspension, European feel unlike the other Toyota's. Very underrated despite slower acceleration.

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Moe thanks for that comment! And yea that’s what I heard about the CHR that it was very slow and didn’t deliver the gas mileage for its size. But now that you mention it, I would be interested in trying it out! Is that what you’re considering next? I would love to know, but thank you for stopping by my friend. Take care

@moeanthony9308

5 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup I have one. The Rav is my other halfs vehicle. Gas mileage I thought at first was alot but warmer months I have seen a significant change for the better, also depends on how heavy you are on the peddle. On the hiway good mileage. Overall Iam over pleased with performance after coming out of a very low 9th Gen civic. Pleasantly surprised. Sport mode eliminates the weakness too but then you may be back to poorer mileage. Toss up.

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Gotcha gotcha good to know! Perhaps I can get that car to review one day. Good thing is these cars are zero upkeep they will just keep going forever worry free. Thanks again!

I have owned this exact model even down to the color for about 7 months, Your review, in my opinion, is spot on, I would not change a word, except you failed to mention the massive amount of safety features that come standard in the car, adaptive cruise, control, that is an option on all BMW's, Automatic braking, Blindspot monitoring, Lane change monitoring that will steer the car back into the lane automatically and more, That's why I bought this car the safety features that come standard.

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Yea I never put too much emphasis on safety tech but I probably should as many people do find a lot of value in it. Yea I do like how Toyota is positioning their cars as a “value” player now because it truly does come with a lot of equipment as standard which I think is great. Thanks again for stopping by my friend

Appreciate the review, but I disagree on the wind noise. I test drove the gas Limited when it first came out and did not have that issue. Perhaps just an issue on lower trims? And the hybrid Limited, which I have on order, is pretty quiet (even more than gas at freeway speeds, IMO). Not luxury car quiet, but very good for its class. There is nothing backing up your claim that the gas version will be more reliable than the hybrid JD Power ranks them equally.

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Well I don’t know how much weight and value you put behind JD power if that’s the case go buy a Chevy they got alllllll the JD power awards 😂 it’s just common sense less parts means more reliability in this case, you’re ditching a whole battery and a CVT

Looking to buy a new vehicle. I’ve narrowed it down to the RAV4 or HONDA PASSPORT???

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Test them both out bro, and definitely take both out on the Highway

Thanks for the review! I brought RAV4 Limited and loving it 😎

@MeynMotorGroup

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats my friend!

I'm surprised that the review turned out to be positive. I've invested in getting some wind visors and I have absolutely no sound coming into the cabin. I like the fuel economy that this vehicle has ... I however can't get my phone to connect with Mirror Link so I'm dependent on USB music or radio.

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Toyota’s are and always have been a quality vehicle. I grew up with Toyota’s and nowadays, they are making legitimate strides to be a bit more special and not just an appliance. This was a super rewarding driving experience however, this was the second Toyota press car I got that had wind issues and even a bit of instability at Highway speeds. Owners of this vehicle and the Hybrid model have commented on this video saying that their vehicles are very stable at speeds and I hope that is the case as that was my only real complaint with this vehicle

@ThePabloG30

4 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup that's great to know... I hope to own a Lexus one day (I live in 🇯🇲).. My family in Florida changed from BMWs.. that just randomly had issues to Lexus which has had no issues aside from 'water swirls'

I thought the 2019 RAV4 had apple car play only. You mentioned it had android auto also. It definitely does need android auto if they want to compete with some of the other competition. It's not that big of a deal.

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Yea I apologize it might not have it actually I just assumed they would add both. Toyota for the longest time just wanted to protect its consumers and not have to fork over their driving behaviors to Apple and Google but people don’t really care about that

How much is this?

Is it 2018 Nissan rouge sv awd good cars. Just asking.

@MeynMotorGroup

3 жыл бұрын

I dont know actually a lot of people buy them tho but I've never driven one. I remember seeing on the news some lady had a Rouge with self braking tech and would randomly just bring her to a full stop on the highway. That being said, I did drive an Infiniti QX60 and I liked it a lot

What color is that ? It's beautiful ?

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Haha it definitely is, I think it’s like meteor something or lunar rock something to do with space haha

I bought it and I had a RAV4 2018 BEFORE AND ITS CRAZY HOW GOOD IT IS.

So, a lot of wind & tire noise and driving over 70 mph makes the car unstable?? Not exactly good selling points for Toyota!

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Not ideal for highways

I'm looking at buying a used 2020 Rav4 XLE AWD with only 3000 miles. I found this review and its a good one and worth watching. So after watching it I definitely don't want a RAV4. After 25+ years its still holding on to its economy tin can ride. Wind noise on the freeway and "anything above 70 mph it begins to buffet and shake." It feels unstable at 70 mph and above to me is not a good driving experience. Everything I read and hear is screaming at me get the Mazda CX-5.

@MeynMotorGroup

2 жыл бұрын

Yea my friend check out a CX5 for sure it's a quiter and smoother experience than the Rav4 and you can actually get a decent deal on a brand new one even as opposed to the Rav4 which is in crazy demand right now. Base Model CX5 for like $25k is honestly a great driving SUV as well. They made some improvements to the 2020 RAV to make it a bit more stable but CX5 in my opinion is still a higher quality driving experience.

@JAMaxeRestoration

2 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup thanks for the all the info and feedback.

I wish I could get this colour combo without being the stupid trail version

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

This was a very nice color for sure

It is made to go off-road. It is not just more buttons, it is made to go off-road more.

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

What's made to go off road?

@MikePowlas

4 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup 2020 RAV4 XLE AWD & Yes I own one and been off-road many times rocks, dirt, mud, and much more.

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Good 👍 for the rest of the world, off roading means jumping a curb at Starbucks :) congrats on your purchase the 2020 model is noticeably better than the 2019

Get the hybrid!

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Not a bad choice some may not like it tho

I meant that it shouldn't be a big deal to add android auto. Probably only a software upgrade. They should do it for sure.

What made you guys wanna get rid of your old rav4 and how many miles did it have on that thing?

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

Oh yea so nothing too terrible the car was just fine we could have kept it forever. It's just that my mom doesn't drive and I bought a car for college and the Rav4 was never being used. So we traded that and our old 2006 Tundra for a newer 2010 Tundra that only had 19,000 miles so it had less miles than our Rav4 even which had 26,000 miles. Two cars is perfect in our household but we are definitely a Toyota family haha they never die.

It’s very good offroad

Wtf. The wind noise isnt bad at all, dont exagerrate it lol. I just bought my XSE 4 days ago and its decent. Put your music on if you dont like the "noise"

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Not exaggerating it’s a disaster at least this press car I got I don’t know what’s wrong. And it had a tendency to like hop almost at 70+ mph did not feel stable. But yes you’re right just turn up the music I hope your XSE is better

@bern9067

5 жыл бұрын

@@MeynMotorGroup but then again, youre driving a gas model. Its proven that the hybrids quieter. I just caught that yours is gas.

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

@@bern9067 Oh you got the hybrid yea those are way quieter good for you nice SUV I do like the RAV4 a lot

@sptrader6316

3 жыл бұрын

Much of the road noise is the tires. When the time comes to replace the tires, choose a quiet tire. I had a 2020 with Michelin tires and it was much quieter and better handling than my 2021 with Toyo tires.

I rnt one last week and it's bad really bad. To much noise, the way it drives. Engine too noise sound like no power and transmission is like it doesn't wanna go shifts weird. And I thing for 4 cylinders for long trips dont work

The new 8 speed transmission has lots of issues on the 2019 RAV4. The 6 speed on the earlier models was bulletproof. Google it. Do some research.

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

That’s unfortunate well good thing every new car has a warranty....seriously just research it...every new car including maseratis come with a warranty

That’s not a base level. Too many upgrades. It’s not as unstable at high speed as you make it sound.

Why all the rav4 are fwd???

@MeynMotorGroup

4 жыл бұрын

??

@TheMarinerfan05

4 жыл бұрын

They have an awd option

Are you SURE it has Android auto? I thought it didn't. (Apple=yes....AA=no)

@ofcbob6391

4 жыл бұрын

John Doe: the 20's have AA, the 19's only had ACP.

That’s not a base level. Too many upgrades.

Another great review Kevin! One of the things that's always pissed my off with Toyota is they are the kings of expensive mediocrity and they are just selling on their name, whereas Hyundai for example are innovating and giving you the maximum for your money and to be fair their reliability is now as good or if not better than Toyota which is what Toyota always harp on about .

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! And yea I know what you mean and for the most part I agree. And yes I will forever be a fan of the Korean cars for the reasons you have mentioned. They do so well because they listen actively to what consumers and journalists have to say and improve constantly. This is why they do so good and their reliability is certainly stellar. Their amazing warranty and the way they stand behind their products says a lot. Thanks again for stopping by my friend. Take care!

@James-rd9mo

5 жыл бұрын

Hyandai reliability has improved but no way they're as reliable as Toyota/Honda. With the new Rav4 I'm glad they didn't go turbo engine as those inevitably have shorter lifespans then turbos.

The new plug in at 302 horsepower will kill all the other SUV in its category.

Dude... from the back quarter panel, it reminds me of the Aztek. For $33k, I’d gladly take the 2.0 Stinger or a Telluride.

@MeynMotorGroup

5 жыл бұрын

Haha I didn't think so but looks are subjective I guess. New Telluride is amazing. But thanks for stopping by my friend.