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Expensive design flaw not covered by toyota
4x4er, 03/07/2024
updated 09/09/2024
2022 Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
A family member of mine has had this 2022 RAV4 XLE since new ( currently has 27k miles ) and has kept up maintenance. Our local Toyota dealership has steadily declined in quality and recently we heard a loud snap when turning on the re-circulating air feature. Upon inspection it was discovered the cabin air filter box re circulation internal door had split at the hinge. The dealership did not address the issue and a second appointment was needed. The dealer tried to blame this on a few leaves. Which we reminded them were most likely caused by the defective door not closing and allowing leaves in. Something that was missed at each Toyota check. The dealer acknowledged this may have been the cause but refused to cover the repair. Quoting nearly 4k dollars to fix it. Safe to say we will never be using Johnstons Toyota ever again. This design flaw will probably become a recall with the plastic hing being so paper thin. We are severely disappointed in this build quality and will most likely be trading the car in.
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Great Car If You Are Small.
Generic Human, 02/01/2022
2022 Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
85 of 106 people found this review helpful
My Wife and I bought 2022 Sienna and RAV4 hybrids at the same time. I'm 5'11 240 pounds, my wife is 5'1". The Sienna is very comfortable for both of us, the RAV4 is uncomfortable for me. Both cars have a 12 inch wide center console. This severely limits the lateral space for my legs in the RAV4, but not in the Sienna. I measure the side to side space between the center console and door handle as 24 inches in the Sienna, and 21 inches in the RAV4. My leg has to be in the straight upright position while driving in the RAV4, but not the Sienna. The RAV4 is uncomfortable for me but not my petite wife.I strongly suggest trying the RAV4 on for size before you buy. I find both the passenger and driver seats to be too confining Additionally the center consoles are much better designed on the Sienna, with 4 drink holders and two slots to hold cell phones upright, compared to 2 drink holders and no cell phone slots on the RAV4. There is a cutout below the console for placing a pocket book in the Sienna, but not the RAV4 The consoles are the same size. The XLE Sienna comes with moonroof, fake leather seats, power passenger seat, and 17 inch wheels, The XLE premium RAV4 is similar to the XLE trim on the Sienna except it doesn't have power passenger seats, but it has 19 inch wheels. The RAV4 hybrid drives quite nicely with brisk acceleration, excellent brakes, and doesnt have excessive road nice. It meets the EPA gas mileage numbers Apple Car play integrates nicely. Neither my wife or I were able to get the Toyota Scout GPS navigation app to work, however Waze and Google maps work well with Apple Car Play. Apple car play disables most of your iphone app, it only allows those which wont distract you while you drive.
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JD, 03/03/2022
2022 Toyota RAV4 XLE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
54 of 67 people found this review helpful
So far, a great vehicle. Nice to drive, roomy and plenty of power. Also, looks great!
A great compact SUV
CJD, 01/24/2023
updated 04/18/2023
2022 Toyota RAV4 LE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
31 of 38 people found this review helpful
I had to change this review because I have driven the RAV4 much more often recently and have gotten to know it better. (I made the mistake of writing my original post after only 100 miles). I really like this car. It's off-road like, bold styling is pleasing to the eye and the plastic cladding around the wheel arches and on the bumpers and rear hatch adds good protection. The standard LED headlights and LED brake lights are bright and make it really easy to see at night. You even get privacy glass on the base LE model, which not all manufacturers do for their base models! Stepping into the interior, the step-in height is great for all people and its not too tall like a truck or big SUV. Visibility is good with larger side mirrors than my 2011 CR-V and minimal blind spots when looking to merge or change lanes. Optional blind spot monitor (BSM) and rear-cross traffic alert (RCTA) help quite a bit on the highway and in parking lots when backing out. **BSM and RCTA are standard on every other model** While sitting in the driver's seat, it is honestly a nice place to be. The seat is WAY more comfortable and supportive than the seat in my 2011 CR-V, although I would like the RAV4 seat to go up higher (I'm only a 5' 6" 155 pound male). All the controls are well within reach and intuitive. The base 7" touchscreen, while cheap-looking with it's large plastic bezel, has Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration and is easy to use and does what you need it to. the HVAC controls and knobs have a nice feel and premium look to them, although sometimes I need to look down from the road to actually see what I'm pressing, because some of the buttons are quite small (definitely not a deal-breaker though). The center console has generous storage with 2 USB-C ports and, in front of the shifter are a USB-A media port and a 12V power outlet. The cupholders are plenty deep which can allow you to store tall bottles with ease without them tipping over while turning. The steering wheel is pleasant looking and has plenty of key controls. The gauge cluster is simple but easy to read with a 4.2 inch info screen that shows plenty of info. Now to the rear seats, cargo, and overall practicality. The rear seats are comfortable but they are also quite low, especially compared to my 2011 CR-V which feels extremely open and upright. The rear seats also do not slide but do recline a couple of inches and have an armrest for added comfort. The rear doors have the same materials as the front and still have a bottle holder, but do not open as wide as I would like them to (only about 70 degrees). For the rear cargo area, it is very spacious and has significant width and depth, although the loading height is somewhat higher than my CR-V, which decreases the height overall for the cargo area. However, I do find the optional tonneau cover (which comes with the BSM/RCTA package) very useful, which can help against potential thefts. Now to the driving dynamics of this car. Ever since Toyota redesigned the RAV4 in 2019 and placed it on the new TNGA platform, it handles considerably better. The steering, while light and devoid of feel, does what you want it to do and is seamless. When I go around curves, there is very little body lean/roll, if any, and it feels extremely stable. The ride can get a tad choppy when going over bumps and potholes because of the more rigid chassis, but once again, not a deal-breaker. When accelerating, the pedal has a nice feel and is not sensitive. The same goes for the brake pedal. (I drove a Hyundai Kona as a rental one time, and I stepped on the brake at lower speeds and it felt as though I was stopping in an emergency, that's how sensitive it was. The RAV4 is the opposite of that, as it brakes very smoothly and linearly.) The power from the 203 hp, 2.5L engine is plenty and, while paired with the 8 speed auto, it responds quickly to throttle inputs. In addition, the turning radius is very good on this car, which makes it very maneuverable. For fuel economy, I have averaged the EPA value in the city and have even averaged 39 mpg!! on a 50 mile highway trip. With all this said, there is much to like about the RAV4, from its bold styling, functional cargo area, and ease of use on a daily basis. If I had to change some things on this car, it would be heavier steering, sliding and more upright rear seats, and standard roof rails. (And the cheap-looking infotainment screen was rectified for the 2023 model year with Toyota's brand new interface and a larger touch screen, they even added a standard 7" display in the gauge cluster to make it feel more modern!) I must say, I was reading my original post and I was laughing that I gave it only 4 stars and recommended the Corolla Cross over the RAV4. I will be gladly changing my rating to 5 stars and continue to drive this car into the ground. Please, buy this over the Jeep Compass or Chevy Equinox, you'll be doing yourself a favor.
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So sorry I didn't go with a Rogue
Lorry, 03/22/2023
2022 Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
23 of 29 people found this review helpful
I had a 2015 rogue for 7 years and loved it. When I went to buy a new one, because of the pandemic, I would have had to wait too long for the car. I ended up buying the RAV 4 and paid $6,000 over the price. I had the car 3 months and every time I stepped on the brake it said battery charging. I didn't realize that it wasn't supposed to say that and one day the car was dead when I tried to start it. They said that something wasn't installed correctly at the factory. They fixed it and gave me a new battery. I have had it back 2 more times because many times when I step on the brake it says battery charging. They tell me nothing is wrong. Also, the seam where the material meets on the steering wheel is starting to separate. The car has 6,000 miles. They said there is nothing they can do because I probably wear too much antibacterial lotion or hand lotion. I haven't worn bacterial lotion since the height of the pandemic and put hand lotion on at night. At the sercie center they actually told me to wear gloves when I drive even in the summer. I hate this car!