40MPG In an SUV - Toyota Rav4 Prime Review
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- Опубліковано 10 жов 2023
- The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime is a solid family car.
Here's a description that ChatGPT wrote because I was too lazy:
With its updated features, powerful hybrid powertrain, and impressive electric driving range, it's a top choice for eco-conscious SUV enthusiasts. Join me as we take a closer look at the RAV4 Prime's sleek 10.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system to its electric driving capabilities, all while addressing its minor features. Whether you're a fan of sustainable driving or simply looking for a practical, high-tech SUV, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime might be the perfect fit for you. Watch our review to learn more about this fantastic hybrid SUV and see if it's the right choice for your lifestyle! - Авто та транспорт
We have a 2022 RAV 4 Prime model SE now with 24,000 miles and purchased March 2022. All electric range depending on weather conditions here in Northwest Oregon varies from 40-50+ miles. MPG just on gas operating in pure hybrid mode with a completely depleted battery has bee 45+ mpg more in summer and a little less in winter.
I can't think of a better SUV than this one with excellent MPG while operating on regular grade gas and 40+ miles on all electric. With its 14.5 gallon gas tank it would not be a stretch to drive over 600 miles on a full tank of gas and battery.
The only downfall is trying to find one at MSRP. My wife and I purchased our in March of 2022 for MSRP (and not a penny more) and with the FED TAX Credit of $7.500 and Oregon rebate of $2,500 ($10,000 total) the drive away price was less than a comparably equipped 2022 RAV 4 Hybrid. Our RAV 4 Prime sets you back in your seat when you need to pass or enter the highway like no other SUV I ever drove.
Our last Toyota we sold was a 2010 Prius with over 186,000 miles when we sold it to a friend of ours nearly 3 years ago. He is still driving it now with nearly 250,000 miles on the odometer and with the original traction (hybrid battery) he only needed to replace the brakes a couple of years ago. Toyota does have a good reliability in the hybrid field thats another reason why we bought the Prime.
I own 2021 Prime. Xse, I charge it few times a week and currently covered 519 miles and used only a quarter of a tank. My empg at this time is 85.8. Efficient, reliable and quick when you need it(302 hp total output and around 5.5 seconds to 60. Love it.
That’s awesome! How many miles have you put on it?
Thanks for watching Tom!
-Ben
@@shouldigetit just hit 12000 miles on the odometer.
Great informative video. I’ve been seriously researching this vehicle and you addressed a lot of my concerns. And on top of that I live in Poway and immediately recognized the freeways you were driving! Keep up the great content.
Thank you so much Bert! I was very happy to read your comment today!
-Ben
I will say, it does sip on gas, I have a 2022 prime SE and avg is 47.7mpg I do half city half hiway and if you can juice it up every night, you will get anywhere from 580-760 miles on tank. my current EV range is actually 52 :)
How you get 580 to 760 miles on 1 tank ?
@@thegh0sst950 Charge it! drive it one way to work on the charge, run it in HV mode back, rinse and repeat till you ran your tank down over lets say two weeks.
winter time, I just run it in EV mode with defrost on, sips on the gas and charge
Thank you @@TravisD1983
Nice seeing this review in my hometown and a freeway I drive often
Very cool to have local viewers! Thanks for watching.
-Ben
i have a 2024 rav4 prime and get between 48 and 51 miles per charge
Good review! Thanks for covering everything so clearly, concisely, and thoroughly... my first time checking out one of your reviews but it won't be my last. 👍
Welcome aboard! Thank you so much!
-Ben
Charge hold works very well and charges the battery faster then with the 6.6KW charger. When you drive longer distances you can fully charge your battery on the highway and use EV when entering the city. I never use the cable to charge and never have waiting time to charge. That was the main reason I decided for the Prime. Unfortunately, this feature is never highlighted in any test
Unreal they don't even know what they have when testing and shooting videos. It's literally the number one reason I'm getting one.
I've got a 23 prime. When I ise the charge/hold it seems to get significantly less mpg. I do a ton of hwy miles everyday. Have you noticed that at all?
I do notice a drop but like 5-10% less, not dramatic. I only use it when cruising at constant speed. Accelerating is not convenient with the motor running without electric support.
Hi, which colour you like better between this one and the magnetic grey metallic? TIA
magnetic grey metallic gets my vote!
-Ben
@@shouldigetit I guess you can’t go wrong with either, thank you.
@@shouldigetit hi Ben, with or without premium package? Without premium package it’s 6k Canadian less.
What's in the premium package and which trim are you going with? If it's just audio you can skip it but if it includes things like heated seats, parking sensors/reverse camera and adaptive cruise control I'd recommend it. @@YZERPLAN
@@shouldigetit hi, technology package inclues, panoramic sun roof, ventilated front seats, heated back seats, kick sensor for the trunk, 360 Birds Eye view camera, parking sensors front & rear, revers camera, 11 speaker JBL system, 10.5 inch navigation screen instead of 8 inch, power passenger seat, memory seats, 1500 high power outlet in the trunk, heads up display, softex seats instead of cloth inserts in the middle of the seats.
I see a lot of comments here regarding mpg and range. My 2007 Alpina D3 gets 45mpg and 600 miles on a tank. Not a lot of evolution in 16 years?
That is actually a good comparison between a well known German sports model vehicle and a Japanese compact SUV. Handling aside of course.
Have a 2021 rav4, it gets anywhere from 22 to 28. The best i got was 32ish. That's gas! On normal mode! I use sport sometimes. Mostly i leave it in normal.
What kind of driving do you do for your commute?
Somewhat pointless info without knowing at what speeds etc.
@@portnuefflyer 70
An important detail you left out is that the car includes a spare tire. Most competitors do not.
That is a good point. Thank you for watching and commenting! I actually didn’t even check as I don’t think about it since I got AAA.
-Ben
Yeah, a major reason why I chose Rav4 over competitors like Honda CRV. I travel a lot so a spare tire is a must. I have a AAA too but it only takes a few minutes to replace a tire vs hours of waiting for help to arrive out in nowhere, and that's only if there is a cell signal.
@matrix-fh9tn Very good points. I am not happy that Honda made the CR-V Hybrid with no spare tire. That is a good reason to buy a Rav4 Hybrid. It's sad that to find one at MSRP is almost impossible.
Too funny.
Are you EVEN saving money AT ALL with the price of fuel - ESPECIALLY in Kalifornia?
Why was the dashboard lights blinking like crazy? 4:00
I believe it's just how the camera is capturing that, like how pointing a camera at an old monitor/tv. The dashboard doesn't flash like that (Unless something is wrong with his.)
Well i like to know why they dont tell the truth about this car, and yes is a nice car but there are a lot of nice cars uit there, this car is over price, what they dont tell you (this car has to many essues, and they are quite expensive to repair,
Oo yea i forgotten one thing (in long a long drive is really noice+the app is worstless.
What app?
And who is the “they” you mean when you say “they don’t tell the truth”
How long have you had your RAV4 prime?
To be transparent this is not my personal car. This is a car I got to drive for one week to make the review.
App (MT)
Since I own one, 2021 xse prime, I am very interested in knowing the truth about this car. What is it? Please do tell. And what are those issues you speak of? So far so good, zero issues on mine. Between a full tank of gas and charging the battery, I average 1000 miles before I have to fill up. Could do way better and a lot more but EV infrastructure is nowhere where it needs to be. Furthermore, 302 horsepower and around 5.5 seconds to 60, no range anxiety, Toyota's reputation, reliability and resale value. Could not ask for more so... What is the truth and and the issues?
Who’s reviewing this car? Ben Shapiro?
What?? I think he's too busy for that. Probably has a driver.
@@shouldigetit 🙂👍🏻
@@shouldigetityou should get it, but you obviously did not. The comment alludes to the fact that you speak too fast…like Ben Shapiro😂
@@greymanBB I'm just kidding with you guys :) I know who Mr.Shapiro is, he got his name from me!
-Ben