Been watching your Rav reviews lately as I'm in the market. All very detailed. You have helped me get to know the Rav. I'll probably go with the Limited Trim as the TRD is hard to find. Found quite a few Limited in Wind Chill Pearl. I've had many cars and as I'm getting up there in age, this will probably be my last car purchase, so I want to treat myself and get a new car for the first time. And I also want something I can keep long term, and this seems to be it. Once again, great reviews, and not just this one. Subbed!
Good review but I disagree. The manual lift gate is very easy to move. And it can be opened or closed much faster than the power one. Otherwise a good review.
@@HawkeyeRides Never had a issue with My Gate. Have more issue with my Wife Dodge Ram tail gate. But For someone who might have issue lifting or reaching over their head. The power lift gate would be perfect for them. For the price, I don't know if their is a Cheaper alternative vehicle that comes with a auto lift gate.
I agree and you have to reach up to the power liftgate switch which is right next to the handle anyway. If you’re handicapped the power lift gate would be useful. Besides that I don’t want a moonroof in Florida.
@@agak61 I am 5'4 and have to bend lower to get in. My older Model Rav4 did not have that issue. I usually raise the seat up to see more in front of me. I like to see more then the light ahead. LOL
"The doors on the lift gate are heavy " that's not really a cons thats pros Toyota uses good heavy steel in compare to Honda so it can protect you better in case of exident. Don't worry Toyotas engineers they know what they doing .
Hi, thanks for the great and informative review. Im also a tall guy, Im 6'10 with long legs, which budget SUV do you think is the best for tall drivers? Thanks
The Hyundai Tucson will have the most head and legroom for the front. Then the Honda CR-V, I find the Hyundai and Honda have the most space between the center and doors.
I was building the LE and couldn't find a option for upgraded key fob with aluminum wheels! You said there was a option for the LE to get a key fob without the key and aluminum wheels! Thanks!
The key fob I was not able to add but everything else I was. Because I’m in Florida some features may not be able to pick in other states. Here’s a build example: www.toyota.com/configurator/build/step/accessory/year/2024/series/rav4/model/4430/exteriorcolor/01G3/interiorcolor/FB20/packages/option0/accessories/AN1700/?bap_guid=c926f288-b63d-4cb4-bd70-a7949235ab1e
@Kevin_Flynn I did. As for installing? It doesn’t have pre wires so it would have to be aftermarket but I’m sure the dealership would do it for you or any auto shop.
I drove both Hondas and Toyotas. I test drove Honda CR-V and Toyota Rav4 in 2004 and went for the CR-V. In 2017 I went for the Toyota Rav4 after test driving both Honda CR-V and Rav4. In 2024 I test drove Honda CR-V and Rav4, and went for the Rav - the Honda CRV wasn't for me for this year but I can see why people love their Hondas.
@@HawkeyeRides Réal bad connect to internet wi fi. No cell phone, no connection No internet accessibility, no connection No connection, no navigation No more GPS. Radio only. System promoted to be a great system end up being only a money grabbing scam from auto manufacturer.
Been watching your Rav reviews lately as I'm in the market. All very detailed. You have helped me get to know the Rav. I'll probably go with the Limited Trim as the TRD is hard to find. Found quite a few Limited in Wind Chill Pearl. I've had many cars and as I'm getting up there in age, this will probably be my last car purchase, so I want to treat myself and get a new car for the first time. And I also want something I can keep long term, and this seems to be it. Once again, great reviews, and not just this one. Subbed!
Thank you I appreciate that and congratulations with your new vehicle
Good review but I disagree. The manual lift gate is very easy to move. And it can be opened or closed much faster than the power one. Otherwise a good review.
Thanks for your input 👍
@@HawkeyeRides Never had a issue with My Gate. Have more issue with my Wife Dodge Ram tail gate. But For someone who might have issue lifting or reaching over their head. The power lift gate would be perfect for them. For the price, I don't know if their is a Cheaper alternative vehicle that comes with a auto lift gate.
I agree and you have to reach up to the power liftgate switch which is right next to the handle anyway. If you’re handicapped the power lift gate would be useful. Besides that I don’t want a moonroof in Florida.
Headroom is not the best. I’m 5”8 and it felt weird
@@agak61 I am 5'4 and have to bend lower to get in. My older Model Rav4 did not have that issue. I usually raise the seat up to see more in front of me. I like to see more then the light ahead. LOL
You are a tall guy and make the car look smaller than it is. Thanks for the review
I can’t help that but I’m glad you enjoyed the review 👍
No problem with standard lift gate. If motor on power lift gate breaks it's a fortune to replace.
I have never had one break but thanks for the insight 👍
We've had a few go on our Highlanders at work. It is over $1000 Canadian per side. They are not cheap and they don't last forever
Regular struts under $100 per side
When you stated leg and head room you needed to state your height and weight and a marker for information.
I have a lot of reviews so I do not review the same way every time otherwise my followers will say you repeat yourself everytime 👍
I’m 6’3
"The doors on the lift gate are heavy " that's not really a cons thats pros Toyota uses good heavy steel in compare to Honda so it can protect you better in case of exident. Don't worry Toyotas engineers they know what they doing .
That doesn’t mean it’s better when it heavy as crash test show the same outcome for both but if you feel it’s a pro; to each its own 👍
Nice Review..
Apple carplay is wireless or wired?
Wireless Apple Car Play
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Hi, thanks for the great and informative review. Im also a tall guy, Im 6'10 with long legs, which budget SUV do you think is the best for tall drivers? Thanks
The Hyundai Tucson will have the most head and legroom for the front. Then the Honda CR-V, I find the Hyundai and Honda have the most space between the center and doors.
Toyotas and Hondas are the best
@@acepv68 they are great vehicles
I’m question is why RAV4 XLE doesn’t have sunroof? Does it has on RAV4 XLE premium?
Yes they have an xle premium
Just bought the RAV 4 XLE. I have a sunroof.
Is it timing belt or chain on the this rav4?
Timing change
Excellent nice RAV4 yes it is
Thank you 👍
Welcome very much
For the LE / XLE premium in FWD, are there any on demand AWD capabilities?
You have 4 wheel drive 😁
www.toyota.com/rav4/2024/features/mpg_other_price/4432/4448/4530/
@@HawkeyeRides I’m confused. I have a 2024 XLE premium, gas only, in FWD. I don’t understand what you mean about it going into four wheel drive?
@@taylorpuente9490 you said what is the difference one is all wheel drive and the other is fwd no other difference.
I was building the LE and couldn't find a option for upgraded key fob with aluminum wheels! You said there was a option for the LE to get a key fob without the key and aluminum wheels! Thanks!
The key fob I was not able to add but everything else I was. Because I’m in Florida some features may not be able to pick in other states. Here’s a build example:
www.toyota.com/configurator/build/step/accessory/year/2024/series/rav4/model/4430/exteriorcolor/01G3/interiorcolor/FB20/packages/option0/accessories/AN1700/?bap_guid=c926f288-b63d-4cb4-bd70-a7949235ab1e
Plan to get one but warranty is only 3 years or 60,000 km. For long term use, should I get extended warranty?
I would work a deal with it, dealerships are slower so you might get an awesome deal.
Anthony why are Fog Licghts not included in this model ?
Different trims and different features
Toyota spec sheet:
www.toyota.com/rav4/2024/features/mpg_other_price/4440/4448/4530
@@HawkeyeRidesCan you just answer the question please. Can this by added by a dealership.
@Kevin_Flynn I did. As for installing? It doesn’t have pre wires so it would have to be aftermarket but I’m sure the dealership would do it for you or any auto shop.
@@HawkeyeRidesThank you for the information.
Can an iPod connect to the infotainment system?
Yes
2024 and still no led turning signals?
That is correct
Seems like Mazda cx5 carbon turbo is the way to go
Mazda makes a good vehicle
Yes reliability little under Toyota and little above Honda,today I see carbon turbo with red leather seats and I’m sold
Thank you for this review! I would rather have the Toyota Camry!😊
Your welcome 👍
dont these have transmission problems?
It is not a common problem
The RAV has an 8 speed automatic and not a CVT like the competition does. It should be pretty reliable in the long run
Rav4 xle has high cabin noise and RPM value is nonlinear with speed.....
@@senguptagupta7325 thanks for sharing your insight 👍
No to RAV4 I’ll go for Honda
It’s not everyone’s fav 👍
I drove both Hondas and Toyotas. I test drove Honda CR-V and Toyota Rav4 in 2004 and went for the CR-V. In 2017 I went for the Toyota Rav4 after test driving both Honda CR-V and Rav4. In 2024 I test drove Honda CR-V and Rav4, and went for the Rav - the Honda CRV wasn't for me for this year but I can see why people love their Hondas.
It's a generation old design with too much engine noise. Honda CRV or Mitsubishi Outlander are way better options.
They have done a good job with these new vehicles 👍
Don’t buy Toyota.
Why
@@HawkeyeRides Réal bad connect to internet wi fi.
No cell phone, no connection
No internet accessibility, no connection
No connection, no navigation
No more GPS.
Radio only.
System promoted to be a great system end up being only a money grabbing scam from auto manufacturer.
@@HawkeyeRides because it’s a scam
@ReneGate63 it's most number 1 reliable cars on the planet. What are you talking about?
@@MerlinMoorlo it’s still a lemon