2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid - The Fuel Sipping CUV
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- Опубліковано 19 лис 2018
- The new RAV4 Hybrid isn't just the most efficient RAV4 for 2019, or indeed the most efficient compact CUV in America, it's also (oddly enough) the fastest RAV4 as well. The new hybrid isn't a direct replacement for the often wished for V6, but it is now one of the better performing small CUVs while also delivering over 40 MPG in the city.
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This has got to be one if the best technical summaries of a car I've ever heard and delivered with amazing rhetorical skill, without notes, without hesitation, stumbling or need for corrections.
Royal Mason pure wizardry 🤙
The very best review of all others, great professional skills! Congrats!
I just took one of these on a test drive. 6 miles in a loop with regular traffic. The city mpg was 50 mpg, and it was in the hybrid limited trim. I was impressed. Boise, ID, temp. of 55 degrees F.
Best video of the Rav4 2019 Hybrid AWD. Best explanation on how actually does it work. Thank you very much Alex!
Really great review, best reviewer I've seen hands down. No nonsense, lot's of practical info with little bias or hype. Thanks.
Most thorough video I have seen yet. Well done sir!
I"m picking up a Black & Silver 2019 RAV4 Hybrid on 5/2...... can't wait!!
willee51 Congratulations!
Alex's auto video reviews are superb! Tons of relevant info., yet he does not waste a word.
Best review format of any xyz review show on any platform. My favorite part is the competitor model comparisons and your honest recommendations. We are looking to buy a new hybrid SUV so looking forward to your full review of the vehicle. You deserve more subscribers. #1 auto review show on the internet.
“Check back for full review in a month or two” dude it’s been six months cmon. You’re my favorite UA-cam reviewer I need the content please.
Alex says it is coming by mid-June.
Great car review, Alex! Very informative 🦅🦅🇺🇸
Thanks, Alex! That's always a pleasure to watch your reviews. Thump up!
I'm four years late!! But I still buy this Alex.
Never regret subscribing to this channel,
always first
always informative
I think Alex is the best car reviewer. I think this car will sell very well.
amazing car but good luck getting any pussy driving this shit around, lease a bez or bmw instead
@@Rhyme905 If the brand of car you drive dictates the pussy you get, then I feel sorry for you.
If that’s the kind of woman you’re looking for you’ll get what you deserve
@@Rhyme905 that was totally absurd. Grow up.
@@Rhyme905 not everyone is alike to each his own you want to piss money into a gas tank go ahead
Probably the best youtube car reviewer. Finally someone who brings a clear view on the technical side and provide accurate feed-back. I can't remember how many times I have seen his review of the Lexus RX 450 h III before I purshased it....
Alex is Number 1 for thoroughness and rationality.
Excellent as always, thank you!
Another great video!? Keep at it! 👍👍
You’re the best reviewer!
Thank u so much, I was waiting for this review, thank you for complete review covering every aspect as you always do 😊
Alex ...keep up the excellent reviews your one of the best I've seen in years
Love my 2019 Rav4 hybrid!!!!
excellent review Alex. very well done. Great info on the AWD system.
1 Jul 2014 • 2 min read
The day has finally arrived for you take ownership of your new car. You’ve hunted, haggled and closed the deal.
The car is yours. The keys have been handed over. The last thing you need to do before you drive away from the dealership is sign a document saying you’re happy with the vehicle.
Here’s what you do before you put your name anywhere.
A visual inspection of the paintwork -- no scratches, no swirls, no patchy patches.
Ensure the panels are all aligned and blemish-free.
Inspect the windshield and window glass for cracks or chips.
Check all the lights - interior and exterior.
Check all the controls work - like windscreen wipers, demisters, radio, air-con etc.
Check under the bonnet and ensure all fluids are topped up.
If you come across any problems, note them on the document. These are issues that can be resolved under warranty.
If there are any major issues with the car, you don’t have to sign the at all. The car will stay with the dealer to be looked at, and the process will be repeated once the dealer deems the problems solved.
If the car is problem-free, your transaction is done and it is time to drive off into the sunset. Congratulations!
‘Run in’ your new car
There are a lot of ideas out there about running in new engines. The hundreds of components that make up a car need time to settle and ‘running in’ is believed to be the best way to do this.
Sometimes the running in process will be described in your owner’s manual, but the basic idea is to put your new car through its paces with varying loads in different driving conditions (for example, stop-start city driving and freeway driving), using all gears at changing speeds.
Just don’t abuse the engine for the first 1,500km or so.
That means:
Don’t over-rev the engine.
Try to keep engine speed somewhere between 2000 rpm and 4000 rpm.
Don’t keep a constant speed, though, accelerate and decelerate often.
Don’t idle for more than a few minutes at a time.
Please, don’t tow a trailer.
Alex did an excellent job comparing the regular 2019 Rav 4 with the 2019 Rav 4 Hybrid one . I learned lot from this presentation .
Here they come! Thank you!
I have the Rav4 hybrid and can't wait for the lease to end in July to pick up the 2019 next year.
Great review you can explain and describe features very well 😊
Oh Alex one more amazing review, you da man!.
No sirree. I liked the 2016 design better (big lights) but that's conversation for another day.
Edit ::: EVERYBODY PLEASE JUST HELP DECIDE FROM MY ORIGINAL LIST ABOVE. I'd appreciate to SHORTEN the list further only!
Thanks for the great review as always! I would like to know more about its handling in snow and others tough situations in view of different type of AWD as you explained. I hope you are posting the detailed review soon! Thanks!
this is the most detailed info , Alex does a lot of his own research.
Toyota kills it with this one ! A tick under 40mpg, no cargo penalty, and a reasonable price.
How much is it?
@@mituljariwala9821 lol literally watch the video. starts at $28k
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Excellent review and video!
Good job on this review. Answered a lot of questions.
If I ever bought a hybrid it would be some Toyota or Lexus product.. Well done Alex!
I believe you talked me into an XLE Hybrid. Nice review.
Great review. Very thorough, thanks.
Great review. Excellent presentation
I test drove both the 2019 CRV and rav4 at my local dealership yesterday. The only thing the CRV had over the rav4 was the front passenger seat and the fact it comes standard with a car starter built into the keys. The rav passenger seat is not only not electric, but it unfortunately has pretty limited movement. It has no lumbar adjustment either, just a simple limited manual slide front to back and recline front to back. The CRV seats are both highly adjustable and both are electric. Besides these two things, the rav4 is the better vehicle. I am holding out for the hybrid to arrive this Thursday so I can test drive it. I have always been a honda guy. I've been driving accords for the last 15 years. We just decided we are trading in our '13 accord for either a '19 CRV or rav4. Right now we are leaning towards the rav4. Just a matter of whether or not it will be the hybrid or gas model. If we don't go with the hybrid model we will likely opt for the the adventure gas model. As the 3500 lb towing capacity is a significant draw for us since we could pull our pop up with it instead of using our gas guzzling tundra.
Hybrids have more complexity but electric driven water pumps, fans, power steering, ac, no alternator, etc all combine to eliminate belts and mechanical stresses on many parts. It is actually easier to design reliability and provide variable speed to electric components allowing longer life and lower rpms more often. The electric drive motors are three phase high power brushless and have demonstrated almost no failures. The adkinson cycle gas engines are typically tuned for economy over low end torque and also have dynamic start stop at all speeds, effectively reducing run hours by 25% or more. The 12vdc control batteries are not used for starting or other high amp requirements, are agm, and are housed inside the cabin for 5 to 10 year lifespans. Brakes last well over 200k miles in many cases due to regenerative braking taking the vast majority of the braking requirements away from friction brakes. Plus Toyota warrants their hybrid components for 100k - 150k miles depending on the state. The HV batteries typically last longer than 150k miles, often 250k or more. Aftermarket rebuilding companies now supply warranted replacements for as low as $900 installed (a 30 minute no special tools process). Typical users save around $10k in fuel over 200k miles, making a HV battery swap less painful. Electric power control (the inverter/converter) was a primary challenge to make compact, affordable and reliable. They are separately water cooled while the HV batteries have integral cabin air cooling. Electric is the future especially when executed by the best.
Not to mention that the engine employs direct and port fuel injection systems which have been MUCH more reliable long-term than direct injection engines. It also avoids using a turbo, which we know is much less reliable.
It is refreshing to see somebody point this out. I noticed this on the new Honda Insight, and I am glad it has no belt for any of those components.
Well said, accurate, thanks. Just a side question (I'm all in on RAV4 hybrid). Can the gas 2.5 in the non hybrid models switch from normal to Adkinson cycle and back. Normal for power and torque, Adkinson for cruise?
Charles Powell I have not seen a yes or no in this, it would be wise to allow it to in some power mode, but not sure.
Lexus did this on their V6 hybrid models, which I think is wicked.
CaptainMarko
Apparently they do Otto/Atkinson dual cycle in the Tacoma. Just found this: www.autofocus.ca/news-events/features/atkinson-and-otto-how-toyota-blends-both-in-one-engine
Nicely done Alex lot of information .
TFW you've waited 9 months for a final review...
(Can we get an update at least? Deleyed? postponed? In progress?) You're one of the few reviewers I trust. I don't need a rush job, just a little communication.
He posted a new video yesterday.
I drive the Rav4 XLE model yesterday I was impressed by how powerful it felt effortless acceleration but the driver seat didn't feel adequate for driving driving long distances like I usually do. I have a Camry Hybrid 2009 with over 500k on the odometer I love the Toyota Hybrid synergy drive they are made to last.
Sanjeev, I think you are right. Per edmunds 48 state drive, the driver's seat is the most comfortable seat in the car, but still not great. Front passenger seat is the least comfortable, sitting too high and not being adjustable. Come on Toyota, Honda can put decent seats in the CRV, so why can't you do so in the RAV4?
Best car channel ever! Best car reviewer without a doubt!
nah... Autogefuehl and Savagegeese go into more detail on some things... Best to check multiple good reviews...
cba tiau I subscribe to several “car channels”. Mister Goose (savagegeese) is another one of my favorites. I like the way he adds some humor, so it’s entertaining as well as informative. 👍🏻
thorough and to the point. great job thanks Alex.
Very happy with the MPG numbers! Love the design, inside and out. A grand slam for Toyota.
girls dont caer about MPG this is why i will not be buyin this car
@TableRocked if hybrid sienna is ur dream you need to dream bigger.
@@Rhyme905 You keep your fickle girls, and I'll keep a good woman who has a great mind. Are you sure that your e-peen isn't maybe just a bit.. short? Hybrids seem to threaten it.
Rhyme905 not sure I would ever buy this car for that reason. Just an opinion, if a girl doesn’t like me for what I drive then I don’t want to be with her either.
rofl at the girls comments. who gives a rat's ass. a real man doesn't need a woman by his side... let alone a woman to impress. weak beta male.
Thumbs up for the mogul/diagonal test!
Great review. Very detailed. I bought the gas XLE Rav4 and so far am very happy with it. I live in Canada and the difference between the price is of gas vs hybrid is higher than in the US, and the amount of snow we get in the winter means I wanted the version with the best distribution below the Limited trim (which is rather expensive). Thank you for posting.
What year had you bought it ? I would buy one also XLE.
Very comprehensive review, thanks!
great video!
phenomenal use of the word chachkies
tchotchke*
@@ThatWasherNerd there's no correct spelling of the word in English as it's not an English word. It's a slavic word not written in Latin letters. It's a Yiddish adaptation of a Ukranian/Polish/Russian word.
The Hybrid RAV4 video now has 140,000 views more than the regular RAV4. #Remarkable
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Excellent review
Awesome review! I think Im going to buy this crossover when it comes out!
They finally designed it so it doesn't look like the lamest, blandest SUV ever made. AWD hybrid with that fuel economy? I'm totally buying this.
for people who don't need an SUV, the AWD prius has already been announced for the US
Well said
When will you have the full home test of the 2019 RAV 4 Hybrid? Thanks.
Really, great review. Thank you!
This could very well be my next car when I decide to upgrade next year.
Alex, great review! The size comparisons to the competition in front seats and rear seats (especially) are what I look for. May I request more footage of acceleration from a stop and freeway entry (on ramp) acceleration? Keep up the great reviews!
I test drove both the CRV and Raw4 yesterday. The CRV has slightly more leg room for rear seat passengers than the rav. Front seats seamed comparable.
Alex in this review you mentioned doing a follow up review in the Hybrid RAV4 but I haven’t seen it.... I assume you will just review in detail the 2020.
Excellent review as always...you've helped me in so many ways when looking for vehicles. Thx Alex!
Alex is the best for comprehensive and sensible reviews.
Great video 👌
This is my next car without a doubt. I don’t see how you can go wrong.
I have to admit that I'm not the easiest person to negotiate with and I didn't exactly make friends in the process. Someone wise once said something about successful negotiation and leaving money on the table, but I tend to go the other extreme and have quite a nice table collection as a result.
If you're trying to go lower still - good luck, but you'll need to do your research on what incentives corporate are doing that month as you can't expect the dealership to cover the costs of everything (for me - tinting and insurance was covered by corporate). Start with getting to a price for the car itself, then try and see how many add-ons you can get at cost (or close to it) and be prepared to get the rest after-market (I'm still waiting on seat covers and roof racks to arrive).
For reference, I was offered a demo with 6 months rego for $34k which if I hadn't found someone desperate to make quota on my deal I would have taken and been happy with.
I just bought one. It is fantastic. Not flawless, but an amazing value. Fairly quick acceleration, and 40 mpg easily. It feels legitimately peppy in "sport" mode.
syncro87 that’s awesome! Congratulations!
Toyota is really scoring big with their design team these past few new models
Bought the XSE in the metallic grey metallic 3 weeks ago and I am so impressed with the design, ride comfort, power and structural rigidity which gives it amazing handling! The gloss black roof, rims and accents makes this XSE the most unique looking RAV ever made! Buy one....you won't regret it!!
magnetic grey metallic.....
craig cooley how’s the cabin noise - both road noise and engine noise? Heard the road noise is bad in RAV4
@@infernalme The engine noise early on is a bit more than my 16' non hybrid but once at cruising speed it's very quiet and smooth. I don't really notice any road noise beyond the normal. Take one for a test drive and see what you think. I absolutely love my 19' RAV4 hybrid!!
Wow, considering this vehicle for my next one. Thanks for the red review.
Any word on when the full review on this hybrid Rav will be out?
Would like to see a comparison video on 4WD / AWD handling on snow between the 2019 RAV4 Hybrid, 2019 RAV4 Adventure, and 2019 Forester.
And the Jeep Cherokee as well.
Great looking in and out, really good pricing and features, really good MPG numbers, Toyota reputation, hot segment, if this doesn't sell I don't know what would.
You are extremely knowlegeable well done!
Alex, how loud/quiet is the ride? Is it improved over the previous generation?
I just picked one up yesterday. I was actually floored with the power. My game plan was to trade in my 2017 Tacoma for a car my wife would actually like and I ended up a bigger fan of this Hybrid rav than my Taco. That new power trains in the 3rd gen tacos are embarrassing
Good choice. Toyota has announced they will be building even more RAV4 Hybrids in Kentucky next year to keep up with demand. We have a 2010 Tacoma with the 'old' 4.0 V6 and automatic, from what I can tell people who bought the manual with the new 3.5 V6 are happier than those that bought the auto.
Right Lane Hog I actually had the manual. 😂 the biggest difference between the two you could get to that 3rpm range in the manual easier. I had a 95 taco and loved it. I’ll miss having a truck but overall I’m disappointed in that power train overall. Surprised over the hybrid system of the rav.
@@grahf9436 A guy at work bought a manual V6 when the current generation first came out and loved it but perhaps he had no experience with the older V6 to compare. As for the RAV4 Hybrid, it simply makes the regular engine redundant. It is bound to be a huge hit. I wish they offered us the manual RAV4 as they do in other markets and a V6 for those who tow but don't want a 3 row CUV.
Right Lane Hog I agree! Why not get the hybrid ?? Better gas mileage and it’s a better drive.
@@grahf9436 Assuming it continues with the standards set by TMC Hybrids for the last 20 years, it will be even cheaper to maintain than a regular Toyota. With brakes that last 100,000 miles etc. the owner saves even more money.
Very classy i like it a lot got to get me one this spring
Great video. Great knowledge.
I admit, that I usually don't like most Toyotas, but the new RAV4 Hybrid does catch my attention. I wish they'd stop upcharging for vinyl seats, but other than that, this looks to be the best of the new RAV4 models.
amazing car but good luck getting any pussy driving this shit around, lease a bez or bmw instead
Rhyme905 if you need a car to get pussy then you don’t have any game or a big enough dick
@@Rhyme905 If the brand of car you drive dictates the pussy you get, then I feel sorry for you.
It isn't vinyl. It's fake leather, but it isn't vinyl and has nothing in common with it.
@@Rhyme905 WOW, YOU JUST ADMITTED THAT THAT's THE ONLY MEANS YOU GET PUSSY, that's sad... Hey, if dealers don't approve you for those cars anymore, don't forget, you still got two "hands", LOL.
Alex is correct. I see the HV being close to 30% of sales if they can meet demand. Total HV Home Run.
HV?
@Sal Vastola never heard anyone call it an HV. it's just a "hybrid".
And expect to pay MSRP
Jake Root
HV and EV are standard industry identifiers. Hybrid Vehicle and Electric Vehicle EX: Tesla, Chevy Volt, Bolt etc.......
Loving the new Rav4!
Honestly I never met any Toyota owner who would say they will never buy Toyota again . I love the inner peace knowing I am driving one of the most reliable vehicles on the road.
After 14 years with my 'Toyota' visiting the mechanic has become a novelty.
My Prius C is 130k miles. This will be a nice upgrade 😎
Prius C is built in Japan. This one in Canada.
I like it, I has been waiting all year for this release, sorry Subaru but I will wait for the hybrid. I like the gas saving, it would be 50% less than my current Mazda, it will not save the world, but until the electric cars are more in a reach this is the next logical step. My solar panels are still waiting!! I love the small and logical price difference from this vs the the AWD, I think that will attrack more buyers, and with the argument of more power, it is a no brainer
What about the subaru crosstrek hybrid/plugin? Heck skip the engine and get a Hyundai Kona EV if you can.
@@sprockkets I love tve crosstreck, that was my other Subaru option, but it is not completely been able to run electric, it cost around 37k USD and the mpg seems not been as good as the rav4
Subaru is mating the same hybrid system as used in the Rav4 to their 2.0 H4 Boxer engine for the Crosstrek and I'm guessing soon to the 2.5 H4 in the Outback/Forester as well. I'd look for the latter two in 2020, when the all-new Outback shows up. Those will all be plug-in hybrids I believe.
@@familytriate no... the next year's Crosstrek Plug-In Hybrid.
@@afcgeo882 that sounds great, if the price is right, but the plug.in hubryd is around 37k, I would rather get a tesla if I had that budger
i always dreamed of this day i thought this would never come
First Class review THANKS!
They should really ad the Blue Toyota logo on the steering wheel like on the front and back!
That would be a very nice touch.
I’m a big Toyota fan. I would buy the hybrid tomorrow if I could.
Interesting. I think the price difference is going to be smaller when the new generation comes out. I guess we’ll see in a few months.
@@rv2167 The price diff is only 800$ above the AWD model of each trim.
I would also get the hybrid rav4 if they actually increased cabin height, but they didn't, its just as small as last years model *sigh*. I really thought this would be my vehicle purchase for 2019, but this 6'2 guy has to look elsewhere.
@@jed23ify it can't be that bad, I'm 6'3 and my gf just got an outback and man that thing is the perfect size.
Matt my cousins Bf has an outback and he’s 6’1, yea it’s definitely on my radar as it has a nice driver cabin height for us tall guys. So Subaru is definitely on my radar since they make their cars larger than Toyota.
Thanks for doing this comprehensive review!
Once you go Hybrid you cant go back!!! Been loving our 2012 Prius and now its time to move up in comfort and ground clearance. Will be buying the XLE Hybrid when they have a good sale.
The Hybrid RAV4 is the 'hottest' model in Toyota's lineup so it will be a while before they get discounted.
Just purchased the Hybrid Limited. When you add the options to the XLE it starts to make sense. We really wanted the Navigation, Softech Fabric, 8 way lumber seat, heated seats ect...
Ended up getting $8k for our 2012 Prius with 117k on it...that and the $1250 promotion. A good deal I think. Definitely shop around get qoutes and then go to your preferred dealer lastly. Made all the difference.
@@billcaulway9910 Happy trails.
We purchased a Limited...holy cow. What a nice car. We got $8k for our 2012 Prius with 117k miles on it. NEVER take their first offer🤓
Hi from Scotland! Thanks for this very helpful video. I've just bought the hybrid -won't see it till Nov 19. Looking forward to reading you again. Alan
Is your RAV4 Hybrid Front Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive?
Right Lane Hog
4WD! 🏴
@@Alan-fc8mx Over here they only sell the Hybrid with 'All Wheel Drive' but I know they offer Hybrid FWD in your market. I expect we will get that option soon.
Right Lane Hog - I was offered the option, but the 4WD had a shorter waiting time 😎
The #Hybrid has more power and 41 city mpg for only $800 more. WHY would you buy the RAV4 with the regular engine when you get so many #FreeMilesPerGallon with the Hybrid?
Right Lane Hog heard of a thing called money?
@@SN-hn9zi The hybrid is 800 dollars more, msrp.
Some people don't want the added complexity, more components means more points of failure.
@@SN-hn9zi The price difference is minimal.
@@DigitalYojimbo Have you been tracking the reliability record of Toyota's hybrids for the last two decades? It is outstanding.
Excellent review, very professional. The all wheel drive system seems a bit goofy, but let's assume the brilliant Toyota engineers know what they are doing........🤔. I would rather have the new Toyota Corolla Touring Sports Hybrid, but since Toyota will not sell it in North America I guess I will have to settle for a Rav4 Hybrid. When is your more in-depth review of driving the Rav4 Hybrid coming?
Thanks.
Toyota should have brought us the Corolla wagon instead of the undersized hatch .
based Alex dropping these videos early in the morning
There was an non-disclosure embargo for the 2019 Rav4 that expired this morning. Saw it on a preview video. Everyone releases videos as soon as they can after the NDA expires.
Good presentation Alex
Hi Alex - I'm still waiting for full reviev. 4 months. :-) Now, it's 5 .
Bless you for not having an ear piercing loud intro
For someone who has to have awd and wants to start a family this is perfect
Great job!
My friend bought a Honda Clarity and sort of inspired me to look something similar.
So I think my future purchase based on my family needs is a Hybrid CRV or RAV4.
Now based on the conversation I had with him about the features on clarity and looking at reviews such as above has me confused and scratching my head. As I don't hear anyone mention how many miles or Km's can a person get just on the electric?
I am hoping to have a vehicle which allows me to use electric aspect up 50 mile range and only electric. If I utilize the and run out of juice it can switch over to gas. However my daily commute to and from work will be about 50 mile or 110km so I come home and at that point I would charge and be ready for next day. However if I want to take family for a long drive I would obviously need gas as charging stations may be and logistics may limit or slow my journey.
Now is this something that is doable in the hybrid rav 4??
Or it just gives you better MPG combination and utilizing the hybrid system?
Mohammed Zaheer the rav4 prime gives you what you’re hoping for I believe
@alex on autos - how is the cabin noise?
Go to 14:30
Very good review, thx.
My wife bought a 2019 Avalon Hybrid Limited based largely on Alex's thorough and detailed review. Now I'm seriously considering the 2019 RAV4, in the same Limited trim as the Avalon, to replace my 2011 Nissan Murano SUV. While the Murano has a few more bells and whistles than the RAV4, I think the 2019 RAV4 Hybrid Limited hits the mark for me. PLUS, the RAV4's infotainment system appears to be identical to the 2019 Avalon's. This greatly helps simplify our lives when switching between vehicles! The only things missing from the 2019 RAV4 Hybrid Limited compared to the 2019 Avalon Hybrid Limited are Head-Up-Display, power steering wheel adjustments and power passenger seat adjustments. I'd appreciate anyone's comments andI can't wait for Alex's full review. Thanks, Alex. YOU ROCK!!
Go for it.
Too bad it won't be available until April 2019. That's past my lease expiration, but the 2WD gas version is still an option for me. It sounds like this new RAV4 will be the new class leader. I definitely think I'd like it better than the Honda CR-V. The Mazda CX-5 will still be competitive because it's prettier and costs less. All the other car makers will have to up their game now!
If you don't need AWD, then don't spend on it.
Buy a cheap as car until the RAV4 hybrid comes out.
I'm actually excited because this Rav4 will force Honda to up their game on the next CRV model, which will probably be the time I'd be ready for my next car purchase. Only thing this Rav4 is missing is a Heads Up Display and Android Auto, I also wish the screen resolution was better (similar to the new accords beautiful screen).
@@gcasillas1213 If RAV4 4WD hybrid will sell, Honda might bring iMMD 4WD hybrid CRV from Japanese market. It is faster and has a mechanical 4WD (from what I understand).
Alex, How does towing capability compare in the hybrid vs non-hybrid models?
The Non hybrid is 1500lbs, and the Adventure is 3500lbs. Hybrid is 1750lbs.
@TableRocked Those are only low because Toyota isn't going to Warranty the suspensions if you go higher. With best in class hp/torq/individual suspension you could easily tow more than the limits safely.
Nice review. I just bought an XSE hybrid and am very impressed with its smoothness, ride and handling. The cons, such as noise, are not that noticeable in normal driving.
Happy trails.
V6 Adventure trim is what we really need. now that's a true baby 4runner.