Toyota Rav4 hybrid problems
The Toyota RAV4 (Japanese: トヨタ・RAV4, Hepburn: Toyota Ravufō) is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. It is known for starting the wave of compact crossovers.
It made its debut in Japan and Europe in 1994, and in North America in 1995, being launched in January 1996. The vehicle was designed for consumers wanting a vehicle that had most of the benefits of SUVs, such as increased cargo room, higher visibility, and the option of full-time four-wheel drive, along with the manoeuvrability and fuel economy of a compact car. The vehicle's name is an abbreviation of "Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive", or "Robust Accurate Vehicle with 4-wheel drive", although not all models come equipped with the four-wheel drive system.
For the third-generation model, Toyota offered both short- and long-wheelbase versions of the RAV4. Short-wheelbase versions were sold in Japan and Europe; long-wheelbase versions in Australia and North America. Toyota of Japan also sold the longer-wheelbase version as the Toyota Vanguard (Japanese: トヨタ・ヴァンガード, Hepburn: Toyota Vangādo) at Toyopet Store dealership chain from 2005 through 2016. RAV4 for the Japanese market were sold at two different Toyota dealership chains, Corolla Store and Netz.
In 2019, the RAV4 was the best-selling SUV of any type in the world, and the fourth best-selling passenger car overall. North America is the largest market, with 535,000 units sold in 2019, followed by Europe (133,000) and China (127,000). By February 2020, a total of 10 million RAV4s had been sold globally.
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Toyota Rav4 hybrid model years
Common Toyota Rav4 hybrid problems
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a popular choice for those seeking a fuel-efficient SUV. However, like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems based on complaints from owners.
One issue that has been reported is the inability of the 2019 model to hold the vehicle's full 14.9-gallon fuel tank capacity. Sixteen different RAV4 Hybrid owners complained about this problem, which can be a significant inconvenience. While Toyota has improved on this issue in later model years, it's still something to consider when purchasing a 2019 RAV4 Hybrid.
Another common problem with the RAV4 Hybrid is fuel system issues, which have been the most consistent issue in the last seven model years. While the RAV4 Hybrid is generally a reliable vehicle, these fuel system problems can be a cause for concern.
Hybrid powertrain systems are newer and more complex than internal combustion engines, which often means a higher likelihood of reliability issues. However, Toyota is a pioneer in hybrid vehicles, and the advantages of owning a RAV4 Hybrid outweigh the usual disadvantages of hybrid vehicle ownership.
Some owners have reported transmission problems, particularly with the 2019 model, which may cause trouble shifting between gears or the SUV lurching at lower speeds.
Excessive oil consumption is another common problem, particularly with the 2005 Toyota RAV4 model. Many drivers reported that between 75,000 and 150,000 miles, the SUV burned more oil than average, leading Toyota to extend the warranty due to this issue.
Steering problems have also been reported, particularly with the 2017 model year. Some owners reported that the wheel locked up or pulled to one side, while others heard knocking noises as they turned. Additionally, some drivers have reported issues with the brake system, including the vehicle accelerating when the brakes were hit, which can be a significant safety concern.
While the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is generally a reliable vehicle, these common problems are worth considering when purchasing a new or used RAV4 Hybrid. It's essential to do your research and ensure that the vehicle you're purchasing has been well-maintained and doesn't have any significant issues.
How reliable are the Toyota RAV4 hybrids?
The 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a predicted reliability score of 76 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
What is the life expectancy of a RAV4 Hybrid battery?
between 3 to 5 years
However, on average, a Toyota RAV4 battery can last anywhere between 3 to 5 years.
What are the disadvantages of a RAV4 Hybrid?
Things We Don't Like
- Noisy Cabin. Excessive interior noise from different sources is an issue with the RAV4 Hybrid. ...
- Rough Rider. As capable as the RAV4 feels in the corners, the price paid is a relatively firm and unsettled ride for a compact SUV. ...
- Nothing Special Inside. ...
- Technical Difficulties.
What is the common problem of Toyota RAV4?
But with more used RAV4s in the market — some with hundreds of thousands of miles on the odometer — some of these hiccups will be unavoidable. The RAV4's issues include excessive oil consumption, steering wheel problems, lagging transmissions, fuel system problems, and electrical complications, among other troubles.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Toyota Rav4 hybrid years
We have researched Toyota problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Toyota Rav4 hybrid cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Toyota Rav4 hybrid model years:
- Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2019
- Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2018
- Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2021
- Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2020
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Toyota Rav4 hybrid model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Toyota Rav4 hybrid years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Toyota Rav4 hybrid car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Toyota Rav4 hybrid , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Service brakes problems
- Engine problems
- Exterior lighting problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Toyota Rav4 hybrid vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Rav4 hybrid model years
A total of 37 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Rav4 hybrid model years
There were a total of 20 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Rav4 hybrid model years
There were a total of 31 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Rav4 hybrid model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 319 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Toyota Rav4 hybrid . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Toyota Rav4 hybrid vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-19
- VIN: JTMBFREV6HJ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: i have a 2017 rav4 with less than 60k miles and the factory back up camera stopped working
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-22
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-22
- VIN: 2T3NFREVXHW
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Toyota has not provided an update to its customers on when remedy will be fixed. It still reports that remedy will be available mid 2024. Whenever I call Toyota they have no answers. I have made numerous complaints with no real update. This is severely affecting my business as my car cannot be rented out due to an active recall.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-20
- VIN: 2T3RFREV1HW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-17
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-17
- VIN: 2T3NFREV8HW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-10
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-10
- VIN: JTMWFREV8HJ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact became aware that the VIN was included NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-26
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-09
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2T3YFREV0HW
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: My Toyota RAV4 was involved in an accident. My vehicle was rear-ended on [XXX], at the corner of [XXX] and [XXX] in Tucson, AZ. Because it was during rush hour traffic, I moved my vehicle to an adjacent parking lot. It was while I was in this parking lot that I experienced brake failure and I was unable to stop my vehicle. As a result, my car hit a concrete pillar in the parking lot. This automatically stopped my vehicle and resulted in front end damage to my vehicle. 911 was dispatched and a sheriff was called to the accident scene. My car was towed to a tow yard before the Toyota collision center could begin work on estimating the amount of damages to my vehicle for the front-end and rear-end damage. My insurance company totaled my vehicle. I contacted Toyota to notify them of this brake failure. I was notified by a third party to contact you to report this incident. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-04
- VIN: 2T3DFREVXHW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while pulling into the driveway, there was a loud sound coming from underneath the vehicle's hood. The contact stated that while opening the hood of the vehicle the contact noticed there were several sparks near the battery. The contact unplugged the battery. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and it confirmed there was no remedy available, and there would be a charge for a diagnostic test. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 57,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2020
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-22
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-20
- VIN: 2T3EWRFV0LW
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off on several occasions, the liftgate button was depressed and the liftgate was partially raised before freezing. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver’s side liftgate hinge had cracked and snapped, causing the liftgate to become inoperable. The vehicle was repaired. On another occasion, the liftgate failed to close fully and failed to operate as intended. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer where it was diagnosed that the passenger’s side liftgate hinge had cracked and snapped. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-19
- VIN: 2T3RFREV9HW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The Recall is about battery terminal to contact the hold-down clamp Recall was issued before 7/2024. But the recall is not repaired till today 8/19/2024.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-19
- VIN: 2T3YFREV9HW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact was notified of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-15
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-14
- VIN: 2T3RFREV3HW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: It has ben 9 months since the recall was issued. But still no remedy ready.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-09
- VIN: 2T3ZFREV5HW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-05
- VIN: JTMWFREV2HD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 4T3D6RFV1MU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-01
- VIN: JTMDFREV7HJ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Latest 5 recalls Toyota Rav4 hybrid
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 11 recalls for different components of the Toyota Rav4 hybrid.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2020
- Report Received Date: 2023-12-20
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
- Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 2, 2024. A second notice will be mailed once the remedy is available. Multiple phases are planned through 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
- Model: Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2021
- Report Received Date: 2023-12-20
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
- Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 2, 2024. A second notice will be mailed once the remedy is available. Multiple phases are planned through 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
- Model: Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2022
- Report Received Date: 2022-07-21
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Rav4, Rav4 Hybrid, and Rav4 Prime vehicles. The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that may cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA08.
- Model: Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2022
- Report Received Date: 2022-04-13
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Summary: Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Consequence: Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.
- Model: Toyota Rav4 hybrid 2020
- Report Received Date: 2020-11-25
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Toyota Avalon and 2020 Avalon Hybrid, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Breakaway pins within the steering column, designed to absorb energy and reduce injury during a crash, could have been damaged during production, possibly affecting the performance of the driver's air bag in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not perform as designed can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB17/20TA17.
Latest negative Toyota Rav4 hybrid car reviews
Latest positive Toyota Rav4 hybrid car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2019
I purchased the XLE Hybrid and although I preferred the Adventure styling, the hybrid's drivetrain and impressive 40 mpg won me over. While the styling may be more bland, it's a better car overall if you're not as interested in style. I'm happy with my choice over the gas-only option, which has a loud engine. The hybrid is also peppier with more horsepower. I highly recommend getting the hybrid. Updates on 11/11/21, 12/15/22, 5/26/23, and 12/4/23 show that the car has been reliable with only minor issues. At 135k miles, it still runs like the day I bought it. I even traded it for a BMW but ended up buying it back because I missed it so much. The AWD traction is also incredible. Overall, I'm very satisfied with my purchase.
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Vehicle year: 2020
Great vehicle! The ride is so quiet and there are so many gadgets to play with. Plus, it's pretty fast in sport or sequential shift mode. You can fill up to 10 gallons of gas and get 40 miles per gallon, which is amazing. The only downside is that the new tires were a bit slippery in the snow, but I got them siped and now they're perfect.
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Vehicle year: 2023
I recently sold my old CR-V and purchased a 2023 Rav-4 XLE Hybrid. It's an amazing car! We absolutely love all of the safety features it offers. The Apple Car Play software has been working great, and we don't have to deal with any USB wires. Additionally, this car is incredibly quiet. The motor rumble that some people complain about is barely noticeable. With a 219 horsepower engine, acceleration to highway speeds is a snap. Of course, the mpg is as advertised. In Seattle's hilly city, I get about 38 mpg, and about 40 mpg on the highway. Lastly, I've never owned anything but an AWD car, and this car is no exception. It works great in the snow. By the way, we bought our Rav-4 in the Lunar Rock color and named her “Luna”. We absolutely love it!
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Vehicle year: 2017
Congratulations on your new 2017 Rav4 hybrid! It looks stunning and I'm glad to hear that you find it very spacious and comfortable. The moon roof and push button power on switch are great features that add to the overall experience. It's impressive how many miles it can go before needing a refill, and the cargo space in the rear is very generous. I appreciate the pull over blind that can be used to conceal your belongings. The motor is very responsive in sport mode and the electric side of it saves a lot of gas during in-town driving. The transition between electric and gas is seamless. The car has plenty of power on the highway and is great for passing. I can understand why you were sold on it after the test drive and stopped shopping right then. Enjoy your new car!
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Vehicle year: 2018
The front seats could use some improvement as they are too hard, narrow, and low, making it feel like sitting in a hole. However, the rear seat is far superior. Additionally, the speedometer can be difficult to read with an assortment of numbers that make little sense. Lastly, the screen can be hard to see on a sunny day, but it is excellent at night.
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Brando Berge 2025-05-05
Vehicle year: 2018
Why would you build a $35,000 vehicle and only include fake leather and electric seats for the driver's side? I test drove both the Honda and the Toyota, and in terms of quality, the Honda far surpassed the Toyota. Additionally, the dash on the Toyota looks cheap. It's a shame because I was considering buying the Toyota, but the build quality definitely goes to Honda.
Dock Hoeger 2025-04-25
Vehicle year: 2017
This vehicle has been very reliable with no squeaks or rattles. However, I must admit that the infotainment system is not up to par, as another reviewer has mentioned. The fuel mileage is also not great, averaging around 26. I opted for the hybrid version, but my Honda CR-V gets similar or better mileage without all the added features. On the positive side, I do appreciate that the vehicle stops the motor and continues with heating or cooling on electricity. The ride comfort is also pleasant enough. Overall, while this vehicle did not meet my expectations, I am looking forward to turning in the lease in seven days.
Gavin Parisian 2025-04-17
Vehicle year: 2022
I've always been a fan of Toyota and have purchased their cars in the past. Recently, I bought a 2022 Rav4 Hybrid while keeping my 2015 RAV4. In my 2015 model, the back cover for the tire was sturdy and worked great. I could even put tiles and other items in there. However, when I tried to do the same with my 2022 model, the cover broke. I was disappointed to find out that Toyota had put a seam in the middle of the trunk space, which the dealer said could only hold up to 200 lbs. It seems like they may have cut corners to save money, which is a shame. 😞
Milton Dibbert 2025-04-15
Vehicle year: 2023
I bought this car to save on gas since I drive a lot of miles daily to work. At first, the MPG was amazing, averaging about 42-43 combined City and Highway. The ride is smooth and the interior is roomy, making it comfortable for both the driver and passenger. However, I did experience some issues with warning lights coming on and staying on. When I took it to Toyota, they informed me that I had put the car in drive before starting it, which I didn't know was possible. Despite driving for 30 years, I learned something new! Unfortunately, as I reached 8,000 miles, the MPG started to decline and now my hybrid gets between 28-34 MPG. I took it back to Toyota, but unless they do additional testing, they can't say what's wrong. Additionally, the front impact warning and lane assist features do not work when it's freezing outside and the car has to warm up for about 15 minutes before both features start working. Toyota says there's nothing they can do. The car has AWD feature, but it only runs in AWD when in electric driving 25 mph or less. There is a button you can push to circle a parking lot in EV. Overall, I'm not sure if I would buy this car again.
Cruz Yundt 2025-04-11
Vehicle year: 2018
Mechanically it's alright. However, I would not recommend spending money on their navigation system as it can be quite difficult to use. The sound system is also not the best, and the voice recognition and USB recognition can be unreliable. Additionally, it can be frustrating that adjustments cannot be made while the car is in motion and there is no passenger option. Compared to other auto makers, this car is quite behind technologically. I actually had a more advanced experience with my old 2011 Chrysler.