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Old 07-23-2020, 10:49 AM
 
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No surprise that the RAV4 easily beat out the Honda CRV given its superior performance and fuel economy. It'll be interesting to see if the new Ford Escape can dethrone the king.

https://www.kbb.com/best-cars/best-hybrid-suvs/
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Old 07-23-2020, 06:53 PM
 
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The king? Better check your math, CRV gets 4.8 and RAV gets 4.8.

Consumers don’t care much for the RAV4 hybrid consumer rating is only 3.4.

Cons:
More expensive than comparably-equipped rivals
Interior noise levels
Navigation offered only on top trims
No leather-seating option

https://www.kbb.com/car-news/best-co...rossover-suvs/
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Old 07-23-2020, 07:45 PM
 
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it's not just KBB. car & driver noted the RAV4's domination over the CRV as well.

https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...-hybrid-drive/

it's no secret why toyota sells more RAV4's than any other small CUV. the RAV4 hybrid is a "hybrid" of two segments toyota invented. the hybrid and the crossover. rack another win up for the champs.
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Old 12-30-2020, 07:49 AM
 
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Default RAV4 Hybrid

I’m looking to replace my Honda Element with a similar type SUV that will accommodate my bikes and be good for weekend outdoor recreational trips and my research guided by cargo size, horsepower and reliability has led me to the RAV4.

Once there and then looking for an AWD one, I’ve discovered that the Hybrid is about the same exact price as a conventional RAV4 while the reliability is the same or slightly better and it has more power than the conventional model.

Based on my findings, I’ve learned the RAV4 is a great car and I’m definitely going to purchasing one in the new year❗️
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Old 12-30-2020, 08:34 AM
 
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The recent RAV4 is a great step up from the junk they used to produce not too long ago and earlier. The RAV4 Hybrid is no exception. And the RAV4 Prime is a nice innovative add-on.

The CRV Hybrid is underpowered (delivering, sadly, just about 180HP, typically), and not very efficient below 40mph (which is a strange proposition for a hybrid). Once can only hope Honda is rethinking this.
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Old 12-30-2020, 08:40 PM
 
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Doesn't the RAV hybrid have an issue with the gas tank that you can not fill it all the way. I think I have seen it on the RAV forum and seems like Toyota is still trying to figure it out. If this was the big 3 or the Koreans, everyone would be screaming bloody murder. But since it is Toyota, we are ok with it.
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Old 12-30-2020, 11:48 PM
 
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Doesn't the RAV hybrid have an issue with the gas tank that you can not fill it all the way. I think I have seen it on the RAV forum and seems like Toyota is still trying to figure it out. If this was the big 3 or the Koreans, everyone would be screaming bloody murder. But since it is Toyota, we are ok with it.
Toyota owners are screaming.
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Old 12-31-2020, 12:37 PM
 
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Doesn't the RAV hybrid have an issue with the gas tank that you can not fill it all the way. I think I have seen it on the RAV forum and seems like Toyota is still trying to figure it out. If this was the big 3 or the Koreans, everyone would be screaming bloody murder. But since it is Toyota, we are ok with it.
I believe it was only the 2019’s.
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Old 02-03-2021, 08:38 AM
 
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I just passed the 12,000 mile mark on my 2019 RAV4.Non. Hybrid..

No issues, no problems,, no squeaks,, no rattles. Solid. Dependable . Incredible fuel mileage averaging over 30 MPG around town..

With the recent snowfall here, I was able to try the “ snow” setting on the drivetrain. Impressive handling and stability.

A very solid vehicle .
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Old 02-06-2021, 11:13 AM
 
Location: Durham, NC
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Doesn't the RAV hybrid have an issue with the gas tank that you can not fill it all the way. I think I have seen it on the RAV forum and seems like Toyota is still trying to figure it out. If this was the big 3 or the Koreans, everyone would be screaming bloody murder. But since it is Toyota, we are ok with it.
There is a fix. It requires a new gas tank, sending unit, and filler neck to be replaced. I'm scheduled to have it done on my 2019 RAV-4 Hybrid this week.
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