Bro is making a better review than 90% of other channels with an Iphone and no editing. Props to you!

@brianruperti

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. Made my night to read this 🙏🏼

This was one of the best car reviews I’ve ever seen. Thank you

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I like how Brian doesn't ignore anything, this is well explained. Thanks

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! More content to come :-)

Very helpful and informative. Appreciate the time and effort, although you make it seem effortless. It’s not, I know, but I’m totally in awe of anyone that seemingly conveys this much detail in one take! Amazing!

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I helped! Thank you so much for the kind words. Your support means more than you know. I hope you enjoy future content!

Extremely helpful. Thank you! You are really good at these explanations without the annoyances that drive me away from other channels.

@brianruperti

11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

This is the 2nd time I’ve watched the video & it’s great. I watched it before I actually picked up my car & then again after driving for a couple of weeks. Great information

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Your comment made my night!! Thank you so much for watching 🙏🏼

Really good job, Brian. Helpful and well explained. Thanks!

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad I could help

Thanks for all the info! Just reserved a 2021 RAV4 that k should be getting in a few weeks and this was helpful! Every other review I’ve seen have been the fully decked out ones with the convenience and weather packages.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad I could help :-)

Thank you SO much for this video - very well done, succinct & informative. Just got my new 2021 Blueprint and I LOVE it. Still getting used to the bells & whistles. I got almost halfway thru the book, but then thought of KZread and said "What an idiot!" Videos are faster and more informative. Your videos are all great!

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! And thank you so much for the kind words. Congrats on the classy cool blue 😎. I’m always here to help!

Thank you for this video. Very informative - more info than the dealer gave me.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I could help!

I have a 2021 RAV XLE premium and I love it, had it for a year now, but thanks for the info on that hold button I had no idea, and I also love the stop and start feature.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Nice ride! Rare car. And glad I could help!

Thank you for sharing these important infos about RAV4 XLE, I learned alot . Thanks

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Great review! I just ordered one of these and found this very helpful.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats!

I appreciate your making these videos. I just bought a 2024 Rav4 Hybrid and find your videos extremely helpful in learning all of. the buttons and settings. Your explanations are way better than the Toyota manuals that came the the car.

@brianruperti

11 күн бұрын

Thanks you made my day! Congrats on your car :-)

Great overview, thank you!

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! My pleasure 😎

THank you! I just bought one amd learned alot from you! I love it!

@brianruperti

5 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

Thanks bro I appreciate your help. I just bought the 2021xle yesterday and also a new driver so definitely helped a lot.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Hey I’m happy I was able to help and congrats! XLEs are amazing cars take care of it!

@realm1595

2 жыл бұрын

Will do. Thank you

Thorough review!! Informative!!

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Love how detailed this video is👏🏽

@brianruperti

6 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

Very thorough

Very thorough💯 Thank you.

@brianruperti

23 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching

Very helpful, i just got the 2022.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats!

Awesome video! Thank you 🙏

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And my pleasure 🙏🏼

You nailed it. Great video

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Good job Brian, thank you

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Very useful Thank you so much

@brianruperti

3 ай бұрын

You are most welcome

Excellent video. Thanks...

@brianruperti

8 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Great video by the way bro🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

@brianruperti

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the visit!

very very helpful video thank you

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome thanks for watching

I just picked mine up last night and was to dark to really sit in it and read the book. And since Im a big kid at heart, I just started pushing buttons, "Oohhh, whats this do?" "Neato, different colors!" "Ahh, snow flake graphics, cool." "So much fun!". Well, I must have hit the 'shut the engine off at idle button' and couldnt figure out why the RAV had a little lurch at take off. Fixed, because now I know. Thanks Brian! The 'Hold' button (in all seriousness) pure genius. I get stuck in start-stop crawling traffic way too often. The door handle lock feature, I would have never figured that out by accident. Thanks again! The scenario on climbing a hill in snow @12:30, A++ tip. There are a few big hills where I live (and work) that have very steep grades, I will be using that suggestion. * Psst you forgot to cover the wipers...(I have the auto sensing) Yes, I know, I will eventually read the owners manual. Thanks again Brian! This was a very helpful overview, I did learn a lot.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new car and so glad my video helped! Also just so you know, if you download the FREE Toyota app, you can access the booklets from the comfort of your phone!

love this 100%

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you so much!

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏼

I’m actually looking into one right now since I have an infant. It fits a car seat very well! Better than a 2013 Jeep wrangler Sahara!!! But honestly this was very informative and helpful in my decision

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Your baby will be very safe and happy in a RAV4! 🙂

I order a 40 gal hot water heater and did curb side pick up. They brought it out and I had moved the front passenger seat forward and reclined the two rear seats I asked the guy if I could help him pick the heater up and slide it forward. Of course it fix I had no doubt. I looked at him and said I bet you thought that water heater will never fix in there. Told me when he saw the RAV4 he thought that not going to fix. He said I really fool him. Thx Toyota!! Love mine. ❤️👍🏻

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

I hit Liked. Best button review. i subscribed.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Welcome to my channel and I hope you enjoy my future content during my career with Toyota!

Love your info videos, good work. If ya can love to see ya pretend you have a flat tire and what you go through to change it on a Tacoma. Tks.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I appreciate the compliment. I try to help! And if I have the opportunity to break down the process of tire changing on a Tacoma I will gladly do it for you!

Thanks for the informative video. Would be helpful if you can do a review video on 2022 RAV4 XLE Gas and Hybrid models.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Check this out! (99% identical to the 2021) kzread.info/dash/bejne/onqbz8lwgq7OnpM.html

I actually took notes!!!

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

🤓awesome!

Love your videos! Wish the door arm rest didn't hit my leg. I have the Hybrid and Love it. Going to remove the pinstripes and black out the wheels. Not a bad car, love the sport driving mode.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! 🙏🏼 that’s going to be a good look for the car!

Very thorough! I love my 2019 RAV4 XLE Hybrid. I learned a few things about my own vehicle by watching this video.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Awesome car! When we got the first few 2019s in hybrid I actually took one in silver down to cape May (it was a rental fleet) and have so many personal memories traveling in the 19 RAV4 XLE hybrid. Thanks for watching!

🔥🔥🔥

Thank you

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

15:58 please make a similar video for the latest Rav 4 hybrid thx!

You are awesome! Thank you. Just got my new 2021 in sept. I'm still trying to figure out all the functions. You were very helpful! Have you ever heard of a defective windshield? I had to have mine replaced right off the bat. I look forward to seeing more of the settings and functions.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Congrats on your new car. I’m glad I was able to help. I’ve never heard of a defective windshield. What happened?

@bethmuraski1482

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti It was like looking at a warped cheap mirror. I would get dizzy driving it. Distorted street signs in one area of the glass. Nobody would believe me, but I took it in and 3 techs drove it and all 3 said it was defective. Made in Canada. Got a new one, which is much better, but still not perfect, but I can deal with it.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

@@bethmuraski1482 YES!! I saw that on 2 Toyota’s over the years I thought I was crazy.

@oldndayzd9281

Жыл бұрын

Same here it was a little overwhelming at dealership trying to retain all the information this video helped me alot for sure this is the first Toyota I've ever owned and it is by far the best vehicle in every respect I have ever owned it was worth the every cent

@sstrunks920

Жыл бұрын

@@bethmuraski1482 I think mine is like that!! It seems almost zoomed in when looking at it sometimes almost makes me dizzy as well! Will definitely be mentioning this soon to the dealership.

wife just got her one she loves it i wish the pass seat was lower n not as stiff but over all great

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

Congrats!

Hey Brian, I watched this video again, enjoyed it just as much. Appreciate the attention to detail. Are there significant changes coming your aware of on the upcoming ‘22 model year?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching it again! I am doing my 1 year review as well next month. So for 2022 there are not any changes that I was made aware of. 2022 is the year of the Tundra. Which I am really looking forward to seeing.

@user-tb7rn1il3q

Жыл бұрын

The big change for the RAV4 comes for the 25 model year.

Thanks

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Of course

Great video think I’m now know the car better than my dealer does. He basically tells me nothing about the car. BTW how did you turn ur audio off and is there anyway to turn off the Bluetooth power?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad I could help. To turn audio off just press the round volume knob. To turn off Bluetooth you can either turn the phones Bluetooth off in your phones settings. This is the most efficient way, so that when you turn the Bluetooth back on (in phone settling or control panel), the phone will automatically reconnect. If you turn Bluetooth off the inefficient way, by disconnecting it from the car, you will have to manually reconnect every time. Hope that helps. P.S. all smart phones have a control panel where you slide down or you and it shows the Bluetooth symbol. Tap it and it disconnects!

Picked mine up today. If u keep ur hand on the drivers door handle for a little longer it will beep again and unlock all of the doors

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats! And thanks for that tip!

@roncleminson9005

2 жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@jeff8907

2 жыл бұрын

And there's a setting to make all doors open on first beep too.

I have the 2021 XLE gas and really like it. (8spd trans not a cvt.) 2.5 4 cyl has plenty of passing power. I've taken (2) 1000mi trips and looking forward to another 500mile trip next week. Some road noise at least partially due to the Toyo tires at high speed(70+ mph). Michelins are much quieter. (I had a 2020 with Michelins). That would be my only complaint, road noise, ride is very comfortable.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Nice thanks for sharing! Michelins are a fine tire I ran those on my motorcycle for years. Safe traveling! Where to?

@sptrader6316

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti To Denver (from Amarillo TX area).

@greg4795

3 ай бұрын

I just bought a 2021 XLE. I bought it because of no CVT and no Turbo. I am loving it so far. It came with michelins on it. but I wouldn't mind putting some all terrains on it for when I take it off road and also winter time.

I wish the door controls would light up,annoying in the dark to find the unlock button, but love my Rav otjerwise

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

I agree. FYI the unlock button is the one with the little bumps just like on the remote.

Hey Brian , Thank you for another video.have a question , Do we need to buy an aftermarket inverter for 12v/120w cigarette lighter to convert in to a two pin power outlet. And certain after market inverter can generate up to 150 watts too.. will it intiate the the breaker andcutoff power

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! You’re welcome! And I think the 150w would initiate the breaker. Seeing all the accessories available, I think you have the option. Please let me know how it goes!

Brian, nice work here! Ref the auto stop/start, I wonder if keeping the AC on regular mode (compressor always engaged) vs eco mode (compressor will on/off on/off).. I wonder if regular AC mode will keep the engine from cutting off even if you did NOT opt to turn the auto stop/start button off. I've read online that some other cars work that way.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes when you increase demand it keeps the engine on. I do sport mode, heat high, or sport mode, AC cranked.

@kyqorioskygo8999

2 жыл бұрын

To keep the ac compressor last longer set it to normal instead eco

@ofcbob6391

2 жыл бұрын

@@kyqorioskygo8999 Why would the AC compressor last longer if operated in NORMAL vs ECO? Please explain. Is it the on/off function that wears a compressor out ?

@kyqorioskygo8999

2 жыл бұрын

@@ofcbob6391 A few auto AC mechanics suggested that i keep the ac at normal instead of eco or lower temp. They said when the ac compressor is always on running will keep the compressor last longer. If you set at eco the compressor will go on an off. That on and off will make it wear out faster. I take the advice and i noticed my ac last longer.

@user-tb7rn1il3q

Жыл бұрын

I pulled the the wire off of the hood latch switch to permanently disable the stalling (start stop) at traffic lights and stop signs on my 19 RAV4 LE AWD. It’s a dumb feature that saves zero gas because the alternator has to work harder to recharge the battery. Without using the stalling feature my starter will outlast the rest of the car.

Thank you so much for this video! You are very thorough and informative! Better than a salesperson! I have a couple of questions: when is AWD activated? When in the normal mode? I did not hear you mention an AWD button like how some other cars are designed. Also, are you able to read your car tire pressure right there while navigating through the MID?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome and thanks for watching! So the AWD activates many times throughout your drive. There is no button for it. That’s what makes it great. Any type of wheel slip, kicks in. Snow or rain or slippery surfaces, kicks in. Hard acceleration, kicks in. But you benefit with the back wheels kicking off when you’re cruising, reducing tire consuming, and also wear and tear on the drivetrain. The tire pressures individually are not standard so it has to be on an upgraded package.

@melisaphung6859

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti thank you so much for the reply! One more question: I accidentally pressed the traction control button today and turned it off. How do I verify that it is turned back on?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

@@melisaphung6859 you’re welcome! So that system turns itself back on every time the car is restarted! :-) you’ll only know when it is OFF. If it doesn’t claim the system is OFF, then it is ON! :-)

@melisaphung6859

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti makes sense! Wow the technology sure has advanced! Everything is automatic!

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

@@melisaphung6859 Less to worry about right? More energy saved to focus on the ride 😎

The best review!!! Just got a 2021 rav 4. How will I know when my FOB battery is dying?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The car will tell you

@user-tb7rn1il3q

Жыл бұрын

The car won’t start when it’s in your pocket. You hold the fob up to the start button and it will start.

One of mu bigger issues with it is the fact that you have to turn off the stop to turn off mode EVERY TIME you turn it back on. pretty annoying, should be set it once and forget it like everything else. But other than that, I love mine!

@brianruperti

4 ай бұрын

I agree

Thank you for the detailed review. Do you think it is still worth buying with about 60,000 miles in late 2023?

@brianruperti

7 ай бұрын

You’re welcome. I cannot recommend a car I can’t see in person.

Spare Tire?

Sweet little suv only thing is I bought my wife her 2021 rav 4 and took it to the car wash and the roof started leaking apparently it’s a roof rack malfunction

@brianruperti

2 ай бұрын

Oof sorry to hear that!

I do! I'm actually a second owner '20 Rav4 XLE Premium.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! How you liking it so far?

@22Kevi

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti Oh, I love it. I initially had the '19 Limited AWD, but I traded it due to a potential full pump issue and not immediate fix for it. I then went to the XLE Highlander, due to no Rav's being available in the XLE premium model in that year, but it was unfortunately totaled in an accident. Now, I'm back to the Rav in the trim I set out to get back in 2019 but got talked into the Limited.

@ofcbob6391

2 жыл бұрын

Does the XLE Premium come with a leather wrapped steering wheel? I want just the regular XLE trim, but I can't believe it comes with just the plastic steering wheel. Even the new Corolla Cross gives you a leather wheel in the middle LE trim.

@22Kevi

2 жыл бұрын

@@ofcbob6391 Yes, the XLE Prem does come with a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

@@ofcbob6391 depends on where you live. Please visit Toyota.com and spec out the vehicle.

Have you heard about the “secret” remote start feature, and does it work on the XLE? Apparently if you press the lock button three times and hold it down on the third press, the vehicle will remote start and run for 10 minutes but will turn itself off when you get in. I’ve read mixed reviews that said only the models with 8” screen are capable of this but others say you can do it with the 7” screens as well.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Yes models with Audio plus and up will get this feature!

@shadowtruck5991

2 жыл бұрын

What would be the benefit to start when it shuts off when driver gets in? Thnx.

@greg4795

3 ай бұрын

@@shadowtruck5991 I don't know. but the engine will shut of at every intersection you stop at as well. unless you toggle the switch to disable that feature. I don't know the reasoning behind half the shit they do nowadays. something to do with the brainwash word 'sustainable' probably . They don't want you to drive anywhere, even though that's what you got into your car to do.

I have a 2021 XLE Premium, my rear view camera does not have the yellow grid lines showing wheel direction. Should this be working? Dealer set up not done? Not a big deal but nice to have.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

That’s called the dynamic rear view camera which it sounds like you have a regular base level rear view camera. Normal not to have the lines!

The switch on the dash that changes the flow of the air to your head only or head and legs, etc. does not light up on my 2021 Rav 4 XLE when the switch is on that setting. Is this normal?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

If it’s the air direction changing button then yes that’s normal.

Are the LED's simply the low beam headlights always on?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

If you’re asking what I think you are, it’s if the low beams are always on. No. They’re only on when you either select “DRL” on base models or “AUTO” on others. All cars have an option to ride without lights on.

Is it difficult to add a CD player. Is there a downside to adding one?

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

Yes and yes. You may be able to run a Walkman via USB cable but your best shot is to use Bluetooth music and just download all your CDs that you own onto your phone and do it that way.

When I looked at newer Rav4s, I noticed that when you close the front doors, the side mirrors shake a lot since they are attached to the body and not the frame of the doors. I thought that was a bit of poor designing.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps. But all that matters is that they don’t shake while driving. The purpose of the mirrors being moved from the door corner to the actual door is to increase visibility. And I will say, it actually helps a TON with visibility.

@ofcbob6391

2 жыл бұрын

Harry, did you get a fix at the dealer for that mirror shake? I saw another youtube mechanic guy talk about it, said it's sort of a recall and the dealership can install something inside the door panel to alleviate that? (or did you just learn to live with it?)

Does it have an automatic garage door opener button?

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

No

@greg4795

3 ай бұрын

yes, mine does, built into the mirror. XLE

Sold!! 😉

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

My fav word!

How do we make the heater kick in. I Tried turning the knows to higher temperature but still cool. I think not working 😕???

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

How old is your car? What model?

@sandypilon3582

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti it's a 2021 RAV4 XLE

@shadowtruck5991

2 жыл бұрын

Try this...Turn off the AirCon button then turn temperature knob in Sync mode to desire temperature. Hope it heats up. System is a combo Aircon/Heater which is confusing to me at first too always cold.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

@@sandypilon3582 Make sure AC button is not on. Also make sure both sides of the dual zone AC are on Hi temp. Turn the fan setting to 3 or 4, not all the way up to 7. Just 3 or 4 Then change the air direction to face and feet. Then drive the car around for 10 minutes and when the engine gets to operating temperature, your heat should be really hot.

Where are the home link buttons?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

They are on the mirror when the RAV4 has the CP package

Does it come with anti theft if no can I get it installed?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Yes to both

Is Apple Carplay wireless?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Not yet

Does it have a wireless charger?

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

Not this one

The radio is too difficult to use, so I carry a small portable radio in the vehicle.

@brianruperti

2 жыл бұрын

🤣

Damm ive been looking for a way to open my trunk with out going outside. Seems like this frature of rav4 doesnt havve an insed button like regula vehicles would thts so stupid 😡😡😡

@brianruperti

4 ай бұрын

Gotta get the convenience package for that

@monk33ypitola87

4 ай бұрын

@@brianruperti facts

Toyota-ALEXA cannot be setup. I have tried EVERYTHING....I think. Is it something that was offered but no longer. Let me know what you think. Thank you.

@brianruperti

Жыл бұрын

It should Work bring in to service

Wish there was a trunk button lol

@brianruperti

11 ай бұрын

If it under the emblem on the hatch

@RogueParses

11 ай бұрын

@@brianruperti you're right! Sorry, I meant I wish there was a button near the driver side or on the remote

@brianruperti

11 ай бұрын

@@RogueParses ah yes the rav4 XLE with the convenience package will have that. Without the convenience package it won’t exist.

You talked about the buttons for 18 minutes dude that's ridiculous

@brianruperti

9 ай бұрын

I know and yet it helps so many people!