2023 Toyota RAV4 Consumer Reviews
should have pondered longer
I have had my new '23 rav4 for 5+ weeks now. Overall, it's acceptable. My biggest complaint is the level of road noise I hear while driving. I had read other reviews from owners about this exact issue. I should have taken it seriously. Would I purchase this rav4 again after experiencing the noise for myself....?.... probably not. Kinda sad, considering it's a beautiful car, but I expected much better for a "new" vehicle. pretty vs function ? I'm already considering what and when I will get my next vehicle because of this issue. Toyota.... listen
Not the vehicle for me
Test drove on smooth Hwy only which was a mistake. On typical roads horrendous cabin noise, rattles in headliner where there feels like no insulation. Headrests rattle probably because of the 19” tires on that litl puppy. I’m not exaggerating to say it was difficult to have a conversation or hear music unless you were riding on a newly paved road. It could easily be pushed in on the sides making it seem like a “tin can”…sharp looking budget friendly (gas mileage) small crossover but noisy cabin, rough ride and seemed to be sub standard materials used EXCEPT for the Michelin 19” tires. Wasn’t the vehicle for me.
Noisy
I am driving RAV4 Premium from three weeks. It is too noisy. While driving, it’s noise distracting me. From lasted three days, it’s backup camera also started flickering. It really disappointing me.
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Not dependable
Suddenly, after owning a 2023 RAV 4 XLE for four months, it has died three times in a week in the garage. The dealership told us that we don’t run the car far enough and long enough and that we have to drive it longer and more often to keep the battery charged. We were told that there is nothing they can do for us unless we change our driving habits. We have been Toyota owners for decades and have never heard such ridiculous excuses for an undependable car. We would like to hear if others are having the same issue. We will never buy or lease another Toyota!
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UNCOMFORTABLE TOYOTA RAV-$
CONS: Uncomfortable seats. Unless you are small, they are VERY tight. Front passenger seat sits up to high, you will bang your head trying to get in this poor design body / head room area. Driving visibility is poor compared to other SUV's in is class size. The outside mirrors still shack when you drive down to road. Road noise is still to loud in this vehicle (NO new Improvements). Only built for 4 Persons NOT 5 too small NOT comfortable on trips. The engine is still LOUD and is always searching for which gear to be in. Back seats are VERY tight for any desist leg room. Dealers are Always marking the vehicle up an extra few 1000's more WHY? Shop around or walk away, DO NOT PAY the extra bogus fees. Make sure you get all of the items listed due to the fact your vehicle may not come with everything due to material shortages. I have own 3-Toyota's and the quality has gone down hill. Also if you do order a Toyota, an it comes with a 2 year maintenance package; DO NOT WAIT FOR 10,000 miles for them to change your fist oil/filter change, this is bad you would be wise to change it at 2,500 to 5,000 to remove any contaminants left form the factory. The only pro: Good gas mileage.
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