2018 Toyota RAV4 XLE - The LAST Of The Previous Generation

Freestyle video showing the basics of this awesome car that was and still is a top seller.
2.5L 4 cylinder engine
MPG: 23 city/30 highway
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[@0nomind0]

This was one of the best reviews I seen of this generation. Wanted to ad the 4x4 lock only works bellow 25 mph as it should and is great to use when you really want to know your in the best traction it can have at low speeds , I use it all the time on my steep driveway also the 6 speed transmission in standard shift mode gives added control and for slowing without the brakes down hills. I love my 2017 so much I still do searches on it after owing it for years. Good job whoever detailed that car as I thought it was new/super clean.

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for the support! I love this generation of RAV4 too. Thanks for the tip about the 4x4 lock.

[@kribaska]

great to hear you still love the car after years, I'm looking to get a used rav4 2017-2018. I plan on owning it for a long time. I have a vw golf alltrack that I bought new 2018. But it is not toyota quality, the ac stopped working 2 times, squiks and rattles after 2 years, vibration problems.. I dont want to spend the money for the latest rav4 gen, so this rav4 looks like a good used car to buy.

[@0nomind0]

@@kribaska Not one real issue now in almost 3 years. Was 22,000 when I got it and about 28 now , basic le model , got nitto nomad grappler tires and still see well over 30 mpg in standard shift mode.

[@tomevans5458]

Thanks for the video. Just purchased a 2018 RAV4 from Carmaxx. 13,500 miles on it. Looking forward to many years of enjoyment.

[@brianruperti]

Congrats!

[@manuelcabz2057]

For hw much

[@tomevans5458]

@@manuelcabz2057 $32.5k

[@naneri]

You wanted to say "to many decades"?

[@mohdibrahim1350]

How is it holding up now?

[@roncleminson9005]

Very informative and well done video. I’ve owned a ‘18 rav4se for 3 years now and learned a bunch watching this. Thanks for taking the time putting these together. Great effort!

[@brianruperti]

I’m glad I could help and thanks for taking the time to recognize my work! I hope my future videos will help you or your friends/family

[@lrww5673]

Excellent run-down on the RAV4. Well presented and easy to understand. Thanks for this vid!

[@brianruperti]

Thank you! And you’re welcome 🙏🏼

[@rav4primexse]

I actually prefer the 2016-2018 over the current generation. I do like the current one though.

[@brianruperti]

After you drive both I wonder if that would change 👀

[@rav4primexse]

@@brianruperti I’ve actually driven the 21’ before, but it was only in the driveway lol.

[@brianruperti]

🙏🏼Thank you!

[@justinesimone5343]

Thank you. It's so close to my 2016 Rav Ltd, Hybrid. Well, less the Hybrid part!

[@johnchang3807]

Thx for vids . Just bought rav4 18 and learning so much from your great vids .

[@brianruperti]

Hey John thanks! Congrats on the RAV4

[@traceyhobdell2939]

Excellent !!! Review Brian 👍🤗 As Always ! Toyota Quality & Reliability is Absolutely the BEST !!! 👍💯

[@brianruperti]

Thank you!!

[@FloridianGail]

Great video, I watched it after I got my Rav4 and did not know how to work anything!! HA!

[@brianruperti]

Thanks I’m glad to help! Congrats on your new car

[@dmckenz001]

Just bought this color and year a week ago I’m in love have up a 2020 Chevy for this

[@dmckenz001]

Still loving my car

[@brianruperti]

Nice!

[@marklundegren]

Thanks for the detailed overview...just bought one of these, and this is very helpful.

[@brianruperti]

Glad it was helpful!

[@angelsmile9789]

Great video. I will be buying this car soon. Thanks for the information.

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for watching!

[@dbsantanapr]

I actually like this generation’s styling better than the current generation, although its reported 6”+ ground clearance would be a bit problematic where I live. (7” minimum is best.)

[@brianruperti]

It’s a more reserved styling. And yes the ground clearance is a must for many!

[@EONEILL1987]

The Hybrid version of this generation has 7.1 inches of ground clearance

[@dbsantanapr]

@@EONEILL1987 Good to know. I will look around to see whether any are available.

[@EONEILL1987]

@@dbsantanapr if you find any; the most reliable year of the hybrid is the 2018 model year. I bought one last month and I’ve spoken to a number of Toyota master technicians who’ve got over 20 years of experience working with these cars. If you decide to go for the new generation of the RAV4; avoid the 2019 and 2020 model years as they received a lot issues with accelerating, gas tank issues, both interior and exterior parts quality issues. The 2018 year is more refined, has more sound insolation material so it makes the ride very quiet. And if you’re into the little things; this RAV4 has reclining rear seats where the new generation of RAV4 has very limited motion for a recline seat option for the rear passengers.

[@ronniewilliams3691]

Thanks for those all important details and info! I have to have a 2017 or 2018 XLE! 6 speed! CD player and aux jack! Dual Zone! Ooh Yeah! Oh, cargo area! Jet stream air and heat for rear guests! Damn!

[@mattc.8887]

Greatest car ever

[@brianruperti]

👌🏼

[@1950harleycharley]

I have this same car in Black Current. I lea4ned a couple things I didn’t know before!

[@SkilitoPWNS]

one day I´ll update my rav4 v6 2011 with this one

[@brianruperti]

Nice pick

[@carlgaebe8699]

Curious question here. Would the 2018 hybrid model be significantly more reliable than a standard 2018 rav4? Enough to hand over a few thousand more dollars for? Just curious, I'm looking for best bang for buck, I have tried to do research on best years for the rav4. And it looks like 2016 thru 2018 would be okay. Avoid 2019 and 2020. Just curious about the 2018 hybrid and if it'd be worth it to find one

[@brianruperti]

I think both are very reliable one is not more than the other

[@carlgaebe8699]

@@brianruperti thanks I'll just go for what's available!

[@brianruperti]

You’re welcome. If the city mileage on the hybrid will be used, seek one. If you won’t benefit much from that, consider finding a gas model. Both are great 👌🏼

[@juliusgabol]

I just want to ask why my 2018 Rav4 keeps alarming some days even if nobody's touching it? It makes my neighbours angry. Thank you.

[@brianruperti]

May be a faulty sensor bring to service

[@BrotherMike-xg4kp]

Price

[@mmr0221]

2013-2018 Rav4s are my least favorite design. They just look so cheap, boring and small. I have a 2012 Rav4 which is the last model year with the spare tire in the back and I love it. I like how rugged it looks and the spare tire being there actually came very handy 4-5 times when I got a flat. So easy to change. The 2020 model is nice but I am never selling my 2012. It has 230k miles and I never did anything to it other than routine maintenance.

[@brianruperti]

2012 are sweet. And V6 was offered! The car market was a cool place in 2009-12. For 13-18 they went submissive and efficient, to stay on top of the demand of delicate little gas savers. Now for 2019-current, we are seeing the bold design come back. The mean face, bigger front end, louder engine, more power, and buttons for different terrains. Plus you can do all that AND get a hybrid if you want! The RAV4 market is much different than the 4runner market if you get what I’m saying.

[@mr.hand-holder1163]

Is it All-Wheel Drive?

[@brianruperti]

Yes