I waited 18 months and by god it was worth it. They’re amazing

"look, it's not gonna blow your socks off but it might blow one sock off." ~Daddy Jacob.

I waited 25 months (Red AWD Cruiser Hybrid) and totally worth the wait!

28 month wait, received it yesterday. Happy so far.

Sunday morning car review with Daddy Jacob, and Mat over here in Kenya, and my coffee at hand. A good day it is. ☕

@CarSauce

6 ай бұрын

❤️❤️

The good part (for existing owners at least) is the resale value. I sold my 2020 hybrid Cruiser last August to the same Toyota dealership I bought it from for $3000 less than what I paid for it, with about 65000km on it.

@Miichaellangelo

Ай бұрын

Bruh 😂

4-5 months in Germany which includes 6 weeks Ship Transfer from Japan. Ordered my RAV4 in August with expected Delivery time of 12 months. Now i can Take it in january from my Dealer.

There are facebook support groups dedicated to helping people deal with their frustration while waiting for their Rav4 orders. Tells you how bad people want this.

Got mine 2024 RAV4 Premium AWD Skyview, top trim EU spec, in exactly 1 year and 2 days. Worth it to wait for sure.

Got my 2024 RAV4 GXL in 2 months and totally impressed with it. Was a Feb2024 production unit taking 1 month to ship to NZ

Walked into a dealership yesterday. They have a cavalry blue xse hybrid coming in a few days. Reserved it at msrp.

@WalkingEmDry

2 ай бұрын

Is it cavalry blue or mineral blue? I only see mineral blue available in Aus

Well, the good thing about the Toyota eCVT is that it isn't really. It doesn't use belt and pulleys like a conventional CVT and will probably not fail before 100K KM like a normal cvt.

@bardz0sz

5 ай бұрын

It’s a very clever system using only cogs, also it doesn’t have many other often failing parts such as alternators, turbochargers all that other shite

@Musee5

2 ай бұрын

My normal honda cvt with belt is reaching 200000 km. Key is change fluid every 40000 km. Transmission still feel same as new

Definitely like it 💪🏾

Hi there, I am shocked that you in Australia have to wait so long for a car after order is done. In Romania, Europe, there is an waiting time of max 4-5 months after the down payment is given. We are not in 2020-2021 anymore. I am really surprised. All the best and greetings from Europe.

Need some opinions, is it worth getting the Edge trim if I’m not planning to go off road?

Hey matt, which exact badges are the ones with 24 month wait? I think the edge or the GX should have shorter waits compared to the gxl and cruiser/xse

@CarSauce

6 ай бұрын

To be honest it’s less about the badge and more about the drivetrain, a regular petrol RAV4 is ~12 month wait, Hybrids (both FWD and AWD) are around ~18-24 months

@kelsey_roy

6 ай бұрын

I rang around asking for a cancelled order and so only had to wait 1 day. I paid MSRP.

I ordered a rav4 cruiser hybrid awd. Dealer said 24 months. I'm currently driving a mg zst top spec, not happy with it for a multitude of reasons. But it will do the job for 2 years until they tell me the car has arrived. Most likely be a new version of the car by the time I get it. And probably will be 10k more then the price I have been quoted which is 60k. Compared this review to car expert review with Paul who said it's not a good car. So hard to believe these reviewers until you drive it yourself.

@alexi21san

6 ай бұрын

Interesting you say you drive an mg zst top spec but aren’t happy with it .I’m in the same position.I also own an mg zst but not entirely happy with it .Might trade in next year .

@Munyabrwn

6 ай бұрын

I have a 2023 awd cruiser. It's a great car. Almost 1000km on full tank. Good suspension on smooth and Bumpy roads except when u hit ditches. Great safety technology all coming standard, with heat and cooled front seats. 360 camera is awesome. Lots of rear space and the boot is way bigger than a cx5 or even a cx60. In a straightline it's not a slow car when u putit in sport mode

@Brian-jb2gv

5 ай бұрын

Paul at Car Expert reviewed this car when it first came out and was blown away by how good it was. He couldn't praise it enough. I'm surprised in his new review that he preferred the Nissan Xtrail hybrid. Most other reviewers said the Xtrail hybrid isn't as good as the RAV4 hybrid drivetrain. I have the 2023 RAV Hybrid Cruiser. It is an excellent car. The only fault is the engine is a bit noisy under hard acceleration. Other than that it is the best car I have owned by far.

We are picking up a RAV4 hybrid this weekend. We had ordered and were waiting for a Corolla Cross but suddenly needed a car. The local Toyota dealer could not find a Corolla Cross available but had two new RAV4 hybrids available. After a test drive we agreed to buy one. I hope we like it as I did have my heart set on a Corolla Cross.

You're right, it is annoyingly good - they just need to get their act together and build some of the damn things. Anyway, hope you both have a good Christmas, love your work.

I think the RAV4 just looks great, a very good looking suv

RAV4 is proving to be king of the hill for sure

Nice smart RAV4

Honestly I was into this car till the time I was told 23 months wait. I ended up buying Haval H6 hybrid and trust me if I say it , I do not regret at all . Even though there are some quirks with the car which there are in every car no matter what you buy , I am very happy . Just disnt have the patience to wait for 24 months.

@hannahbanana1986

5 ай бұрын

The HAVALs are so nice looking now

@rahul20061982

5 ай бұрын

@@hannahbanana1986 Ya Hannah. I just wished it was AWD . Then it would be 💯 on 💯 car.

I got myself a used 2008 Toyota RAV4 instead and am loving it! Heaps of cheap ones available everywhere on Marketplace and all I did to make it feel 15 years newer is add an Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay stereo. Best part of all is that I didn’t have to wait at all and paid the car for in cash to eliminate any financial stress.

@YashSharma-pj4qh

5 ай бұрын

How did you add android auto man ? .. that's pretty awesome

@YashSharma-pj4qh

5 ай бұрын

How did you add android auto man ? .. that's pretty awesome

@YashSharma-pj4qh

5 ай бұрын

How did you add android auto man ? .. that's pretty awesome

@YashSharma-pj4qh

5 ай бұрын

How did you add android auto man ? .. that's pretty awesome

@YashSharma-pj4qh

5 ай бұрын

How did you add android auto man ? .. that's pretty awesome

I bought my RAV4 Hybrid Cruiser in early 2021 and it got delivered just before Xmas 2021. Oh what a Xmas present🎉. 2 years down the track and still so good. Super cheap servicing from Toyota and amazing fuel economy. Superb handling (for an SUV), good power and loads of space. The only thing that is possibly better is the RAV4 Prime. Unfortunately not available in Oz.😢 It such great value too, you’d think the rest of the industry would just have copied it, but no it’s still miles ahead.

Cannot wait to see the updated Tucson with the hybrid drivetrain up against the RAV4 when it arrived during the middle of 2024.

@mervinprone

6 ай бұрын

Hyundais are junk

I have ordered a XSE Rav 4, 6 months ago. I was told 18 months so hopefully by Christmas 2024? 😊

Thanks guys. Fun video! Future owners should know of these issues: Car is NOT quiet. Any hybrid powertrain makes for an unrefined experience overall. We also own a gas Corolla Cross and that is much quieter overall. Road noise is above average. Interior is quite plasticky. And if you have heated steering wheel, it is extremely hot with only one level. We still recommend gas for everyone until electric is mainstream.

waited 13 months and sold for 14k extra in march 23, now waiting in line for prado delivery mid year hehehe

Isn't Android auto wired ? How come connectivity 10/10 ?

The wait is so long because Toyota have chosen to supply all the local Authorities and Health Services before individual customers.

Jacob absolutely mustn't stop shooting his jokes :D, even the little girl behind the wheel, who hasn't even finished elementary school yet, had to subtly smile at the jokes. By the way, this car is immediately available here in the Czech Republic without any problems, just for the sake of interest.

@suloization

5 ай бұрын

I ordered mine in Brno back in May and I expect it to arrive in Feb/March. So 10 months of waiting. Doesn't sound like 'immediately available' ...

@ludoweet

5 ай бұрын

For example, on the first page that came to my mind, Emil Frey Prague, they now have 12 pieces available in various trims.

The gx doesn't have keyless entry?

Dealers in the US has them I got mine immediately😃👍🚘

RAV4 Hybrid wait time no longer 24 months, maybe immediate available depends on which trim. For Hybrid, maximum 1-4 months only. Bought one from Phil Gilbert Croydon. Call Eddy or Stanley, they gave me weather shield and cargo mat for FREE. Not advisetment, just first time to deal with Phil Gilbert. Oh, they gave me 3 Yr FREE service as well.

Its not a long time to wait, the mpg is actually good unlike other rivals. Drove rav4 hybrid, hyundai tuscon, kia sportage and i actually got 50mpg kia sportage i got 40mpg

I ordered one 6 months ago the time frame was around 12 months delivery...but I just couldn't wait and bought the latest Kona that was already in stock and drove it away in a couple of days . Sad story because I was keen on the Toyota but like most things people nowadays are used to instant gratification.

@CarSauce

6 ай бұрын

It’s a long wait 😭

Toyota in india also has same problem of waiting periods. 1 year for compact suv and mpvs

What about getting its Lexus UX cousin?

I have a 2021 RAV4 Cruiser, and yes, it’s a reliable car and is unbelievably economical to run. However, it is so boring to drive that I honestly can’t handle it anymore. If you’re not a car person, then by all means get a RAV4, but if you are a car person, choose something else.

@lindsayh9094

6 ай бұрын

Corolla cross hybrid is a good compromise. It is more zippy and agile

@kelsey_roy

6 ай бұрын

What is that something else

@Brian-jb2gv

5 ай бұрын

It is not at all boring to drive. I have had the Sante Fe and VW Tiguan and the RAV4 hybrid is far more fun to drive for a big SUV.

I just imported a plug in version the Prime , from Japan , way more powerful 220kw and 80/90 kms on ev motor , it’s great and I can get it in 3 month max if I want another

It must be a regional thing? I walked into my dealer here in the states and bought a limited trim Rav 4 Hybrid and they even gave it to me for invoice. Drove it away

The wait time is down to 5-6 months as of June 2024

I got mine on Feb in 2022. I think i waited 2weeks. I got lucky

Looks very similar to my 2023 RAV4 LTD Hybrid

Just bring the Prius back (face lift)!!! Im sure im not the only one. ❤

So, let me get this right. Tomorrow, I walk into my local Toyota showroom and place my order for the hybrid. Said salesperson, (he/she/they/them/him/her) gleefully accepts my non-cash deposit (as cash is prohibited now) without even blinking an eyelid and informs me of said, two year waiting period. As I turn to leave, I question if at that time, will I receive all the expected design/software/running gear updates indicative of a 2026 model, or is my car a current 2024 model about to be built as my order is now put in a queue. Basically, am I receiving a 2024 model in 2026??

@MaxFromSydney1

6 ай бұрын

No, you get the model that arrives off the boat at the then price Toyota want to charge you. Putting down a refundable deposit just gets you in a queue for an unknown spec at an unknown list price with an unknown dealer mark-up, to be delivered at an unknown date. But the good news is that it will be a Toyota Rav 4 Hybrid. But what if you get to the head of the queue in 2 years time and you can’t cop the then price? Your current car has got an extra 2 years of depreciation and all the available new cars have 2 years of price rises on them compared to current prices…

@LimitGTX

6 ай бұрын

You will get the model they currently make, so if the redesign RAV4 comes out the dealership will usually call you and ask if you want to upgrade to the redesigned model.

@johnmartin7158

6 ай бұрын

If it comes in 2025-6 you’ll be getting the new generation.

Lexus display, I was informed last week mid April 8 - 12 months for XSE or Cruiser models, CMI Adelaide

Who in the world would buy a car and have to wait 24months before it gets delivered! It's a Rav 4, not some exotic limited edition car. By the time you get it, most likely a new model would have come out and the cycle continues, yet consumers are happy to do it.

@paulklp8262

6 ай бұрын

Toyota marketing is too strong. Their reliability is overstated and pumped up by reviewers as well.

@rcDoom

6 ай бұрын

Not me

@TJBellamy99

6 ай бұрын

@@paulklp8262their reliability has been proven though🤷🏾‍♂️

@stendecstretcher5678

6 ай бұрын

Not worth the money either.

@mervinprone

6 ай бұрын

You also have to wait nine seconds to get to 60

wouldnt be a long waiting line if they where not populsar and so fuel effecient

I wanted to buy a RAV4 bit gave up and purchased another brand. Maybe I'll consider Toyota in 5 years or so.

Still no hud ?

That’s ridiculous you have to wait that long. they have them available in lots where I’m from and I’m glad bc I was able to shop around for one that I liked and it wasn’t that expensive.

Ok, its a good car basically unchanged for 5 or 6 years although infotainment a huge improvement, but pointless reviewing it its not available although i like you guys dont try to pretend it is available like some other reviewers

Love Toyota but its grossly overrated. Not worth the wait imo. 24 mos? Thats freakin crazy! By the time to got it there are already newer models cruising lol. Got the new Kia Sportage instead and love it

Hi i teally enjoy your video but i have a question for you?. What kind of video camera you use during driving attach to your chest

Ditch the chest camera 😂

Would rather go for xtrail epower. this thing is not worth waiting 2 freaking years !! 2 years mind blowing 😂

I've mentioned this before with motoring journos what's the point of reviewing a car manufacturer cant supply unless you want immediate delivery not a prob via a scalper with a 10k premium over the rrp

I don't think there are fog lights 'across the board'.. LE and XLE don't have them, only start with XLE premium

@Ericthefilo

5 ай бұрын

we don't have those spec levels in Aus, US market must be different

Anyone planning to put a towbar bike rack on the back make sure you get the AWD as the FWD hybrid has a download limit of only 50kg

@arabellamtb

Ай бұрын

Oh my gosh thank you so much for this!!

costs to run electric only which is mostly what I would do $6.80 for 65km, pretty good. Great resale value at the moment so depreciation very low.

@ianking8197

Ай бұрын

My main longer trip might be 600km return with no recharge option at midpoint. So say 550km on fuel at 6.5l /100km is roughly 36l so $65 plus the initial charge cost, still pretty good.

What is the difference between this and a Lexus?

@Niddez

6 ай бұрын

the spelling

@saligaurav

6 ай бұрын

😅😅​@@Niddez

@johnmartin7158

6 ай бұрын

Lexus is upmarket. And super super reliable.

@Niddez

6 ай бұрын

@@johnmartin7158 which is still a toyota

@reelgreens4127

4 ай бұрын

And has a 3 year warranty instead 5, and costs at least 3 times more to service.

What about the “fun” factor? BORING car to drive….you didn’t mention anything about if it was fun or not.

Only problem is this is being replaced in 2025. And the new model will likely be a massive upgrade. If you place an order now may likely get a 2025 model and likely to have a price increase

The Dealer First said 12 months but it got delayed to 24 months 😭😭 (for xse awd) Edit: we picked the awd because the fwd was 18 months (from the dealer)

@CarSauce

6 ай бұрын

Damn! Sorry to hear you’re waiting!

@johnmartin7158

6 ай бұрын

@@CarSauce 8-10 months in NZ. Let’s hope for a significant improvement in the 2025 model.

Styling is awful why don’t the black wheel arch’s merge into the bottom door sill & bumpers like every other car? Looks like a parts bin car. I’d just go down to the Mazda dealer & buy a CX-5 with no waiting time & spend the $3K for the hybrid on fuel

@djizzah

6 ай бұрын

Mazda is no match for this car parts, styling reliability resale ease of maintenance, just no match

@FFXIVArtist

6 ай бұрын

It's not just the fuel but the range. Who wants to refill every 450km on the CX-5... I get 950km per fill up on the RAV4. Not to mention the space, the tech, the remote services app. The Mazda drives better, sure. But you're stuck with a rotary knob for the screen and old school gauges and it's cramped af.

i've canceled my order after waited for almost a year. looking to buy BYD Seal

The real life combined fuel consumption is 6,8 l/100 km!!!! I use it in city and on speedways, in Europe. Speedways are the real enemy of this car. At 130 km/h the appetite is well above 7,5 l/100 km, way above 8 l in the alps. The biggest issue is the huge noise and vibration of the engine at speedway tempo. The cabin is cheaply insulated, the wheels, wind and engine noise make you feel like you drive at 180-200 km/h. This is a practical, affordable family car, but avoid speedways or drive with the trucks in the slow lane to spare fuel. Not a bad car, but highly overrated by US and AUS reviews. BTW most of the facelift was already introduced in the 2023 Europen lineup. Along with the cheap rear turning signal bulb.

@patricklin6177

6 ай бұрын

It could be because in AUS most states the highest limit on speedways is 110 km/h, so the fuel consumption and noise are not that bad compared to Europe. My experience was around 6.5-6.8 l/100km on a 110 km/h motorway.

Nissan X Trail is the best option in this category and availability is unlimited 😅

@nsw72

6 ай бұрын

Ever wondered why availability is unlimited?

I waited 16 days lol

must be a euro problem i walked in and got mine and out within an hour

Bro babi mean pig and we cursing that word in malaysia 😂😂😂

Honestly, you can buy a used Q5 or Q7 diesel for this sort of money....and yes, servicing is higher, but not out of reach through a good euro independent and the driving experience, refinement, power, economy and build quality is lightyears ahead.

@Ericthefilo

5 ай бұрын

A used Q7.. isn't that a notorious money pit?? People who are looking to get into a new Toyota are looking for the opposite of what a used audi Q buyer would be looking for. A used audi buyer is willing to deal with potentially huge headaches for a nicer driving experience when it works.

Why does every car journo have to "brake boost" it on launch. On a non-turbo car. Or even worse, an electric.You're holding your foot on the brake to build boost in an imaginary turbocharger? The car doesn't even have a torque converter to stall up... its a CVT. You guys are bang on about incandescent bulbs instead of LEDs, surely in the 24 months of waiting they could have figured out LEDs. Penny pinching at its best, like no drivers seat map pocket.

I wouldn't buy a Rav 4 with a 1 month wait as they are not that great. The claimed economy is false unless you only drive 100 km. Try a 1000 km and return trip, then see the real economy figures.😊

@ianking8197

Ай бұрын

My main longer trip might be 600km return with no recharge option at midpoint. So say 550km on fuel at 6.5l /100km is roughly 36l so $65 plus the initial charge cost, still pretty good overall. What other vehicles of similar size can offer that kind of return ?

Absolute waste of money. It’s unrefined, noisy, bland driving experience for the money, there’s other SUVs that are nicer to drive and overpriced servicing.

I'd rather walk than sit in another Toyota ever again. 50k for that is insanity. The plastics are nearly as bad as a hilux and thr cvt is the final nail in the coffin.

No time to churn out the cars in a timely fashion but time to redesign them... I call BS

Rather a Mazda cx5 or cx60 if after a hybrid. RAV4 has a hateful CVT box

@Munyabrwn

6 ай бұрын

Incomparable to toyota's system. The hydrid cvt is totally different from the cvt transmission. Mazda's hydrids are nt close to the efficiency of the rav4

@AMLagonda

6 ай бұрын

It has a E-CTV and has no chain and really is not a CTV, have a look at a video of the internals, its an amazing gearbox..... well Gearlessbox.

Here is your solution, buy yourself a Mazda cX-5

I nearly p!ssed myself when you went on your temper tantrum...

☄️🌪️☄️ Rav4 ☄️🌪️☄️ . 24 👁️🗿👁️ ✴️ . . 🕺🏻 👄 🕳️ . .🏁🖤🏁 Toyota 🏁🖤🏁

50k and no 360 camera? hahahahaha

Shit car, old interior. better to buy modern design Kia and Hyundai.

@k95channel

4 ай бұрын

the sh*t car you are talking about are the two makes that you recommended

Too bad it's so ugly.