2019 Toyota RAV4 Review: Can It Actually Go Off-Road?

[@jordancatcher6663]

Best looking Rav4 to date.

[@demoncleaner80]

Absolutely. I really like how the Adventure mimics the 4-Runner.

[@theodorekell]

Do you see how it looks like a Jeep? Square wheel wells - something American manufacturers have been doing all along. I would say, not the best looking because arguably, current model looks pretty as well. But I would say, best representing looks. Because it represents ruggedness. And adds some actual ruggedness as well.

[@supergearhead152]

It looks like is annoyed with something

[@dewjustin]

It's hideous, awkward as hell. Weird angles and proportions, man I must have some weird eyes it's unbelievable how many people think it's good looking. Must be the same people who think foresters are good looking.

[@Otterplus]

It's the first one that doesn't look like a purse

[@Van-Hammer]

Take it up Gold Mine already!

[@Digidi4]

yeah that's what I'm waiting for aswell

[@Roaming50]

I want that as well but Gold Mine is buried in snow. We may have to wait for spring for that...

[@mjfamgo6563]

@@Roaming50 noooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!! Nooonnnoooooooo noooooooooo!!!!!! Do it anyways! Lol

[@williamedstrom5681]

Yes!!! On the lot they are much more expensive than I expected, it needs to be excellent for me to shell out for this trim!!! Gold Mine!!!

[@njorge3333]

I dont think they can. I think its a toyota event where they can review it and drive it for a bit but cant take it home

[@daxstevens2461]

Yeah yeah.. new Rav4... can we acknowledge how great Nathan's videos are?! I personally think Nathan makes the best videos on TFL, and the best "average car"(non-super car) reviews on KZbin!

[@blitzbbffl]

I watched 5 KZbin reviews of the new Rav4. Nathan's review was, by far, the most informative & entertaining of them all!

[@DiaperGranny11]

Do you know about Alex on Autos? Very very thorough reviews on his channel

[@blitzbbffl]

@@DiaperGranny11 - Yes, Alex provides information packed reviews, but Nathan's reviews are much more fun - as he brings his large personality to each one.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

And Toyota's do not leak fuel into the oil like the 1.5 T Honda CRV motors do.

[@gwalia2112]

Hmmm, nice Rav4 advert, that's all this is. The queston "2019 Toyota RAV4 Review: Can It Actually Go Off-Road?" is never really tested or answered.

[@NathanDAdlen]

gwalia2112 10:11... and it went on the off road path that Toyota set up. One that is moderately challenging for a crossover

[@gwalia2112]

@@NathanDAdlen Haha, sorry man. I just expected a little more of a challenge for them.

[@gwalia2112]

@fukthegoog I'm not really sure they do "hate on Subaru" as so many of you guys claim. They are right in pointing out the failings of cars, Subaru or not. The biggest weakness with Subaru is the shitty tyres they recommend. No car is perfect, in our house we always have one Subaru and one bigger 4X4. Currently an Impreza and it is a cracking car to drive but there are issues with it. Biggest for us is the complete lack of engine breaking, just like every other Subaru we've owned. Living up in the hills of North Wales on twisty little roads in winter the Subaru is a tricky car going down untreated frozen steep roads but we still love it.

[@NathanDAdlen]

gwalia2112 We will push it hard when we get one in the Rockies

[@Offshore1977]

It was answered. This video shows more information on off road and traction performance compared to all other reviews.

[@johnnywishbone932]

A two wheel drive SUV is like buying an orange and eating the peeling.

[@remusbotarel5156]

I agree with you

[@andrewgunawan6592]

Well I agree with you but for most people, a 2wd and a good set of tires will suffice

[@jdmjimmy]

Are you talking about fwd or rwd

[@Digidi4]

I'd say it's more like buying boots to walk inside your house

[@SoteroMurguia]

Johnny Wishbone LMAO! Comment of the year.

[@calvinkang1224]

Watched so many channel's Rav4 reviews today, TFL made it the best way, thumbs up!

[@mitchellthurner5980]

This looks so much better than the previous one

[@korndawggy1801]

Well, I can go back and delete my comment. Lol

[@JohnDoe-oq8tb]

Great Job Nathan. I was dreading Roman’s bias.

[@TheOutdoorBeerReview]

Being a current 5th gen 4Runner owner I like the Adventure model for folks who don't want an old school real SUV but still wana hit some back roads every weekend.. but why the hell would they go for a 19" wheel lol? Not only is tire choice way more limited, it's less tire between your wheel and the rocks. Odd choice

[@theodorekell]

Agree. First thing to do - buy 17 inchers

[@Roaming50]

I was looking at the 2019 4Runner TRD Pro but it's decrepitude and dealer shenanigans (uplifting MRSP by $5k) burnt me on that. Plus it was too big for my garage. The Adventure is probably what I will get now. It has what I need. For the wheels though, I'll probably save the stock 19" for dedicated winter tires and get some decent off-road rubber for the summer. Wonder if 17" wheels will fit?

[@goofyboyeric]

Colorado Biking I would honestly go a bit bold and get 16” wheels. Likes like tire size would be 245’s I would go with putting 245/75r16 to get a nice look.

[@Roaming50]

@@goofyboyeric I'm not sure that would fit though. I see the base cars spec a 17. That probably means brakes etc are sized for that, so a 16" may not work.

[@hifid3lity]

Max G Practicality is typically overlooked by the general populous. Marketing has figured out that fancy looking rims sell cars and for some reason people don’t seem to mind dishing out the money for new tires. My first car had 14 inch rims and even good rubber was affordable.

[@SubieandFriends]

Best looking rav4 to date...especially the adventure model, it actually looks badass when offroading.....

[@yyeezyy630]

Jorge Lopez it looks like a soccer mom SUV lol

[@tritchie6272]

I do find the adventure modal somewhat interesting.But yet having a truck can come in handy.Although I don't like how much gas I sometimes have to put in my Dodge.I sometimes think I would like to get me a comfortable suv or maybe crossover that would get better MPG than my truck.But I want one that if need be I can do some light towing with. I also want something that I can occasionally go off the beaten path with. One problem though is I'm probably gonna have to get the wife a van first. Unless I find a crossover or SUV with room for her chair. Guess I'll see what the future holds. When I got my Dodge I though I was gonna get something that would need towing.

[@DiaperGranny11]

@@yyeezyy630 He is referring to the Adventire trim. I'd agree with you about the base model as well as the base model Cherokee. But the Adventure and Trailhawk models set themselves apart from the soccer mom look. The 19 Cherokee Trailhawk is badass in real life, even in white

[@yyeezyy630]

Moustache Ride no the adventure barely looks different it's got a black grill... that's about it

[@DiaperGranny11]

@@yyeezyy630 don't forget about the roof color, underbody cladding, interior orange stitching, etc.

[@Agent.K.]

Baby 4Runner? And Lexus RX/NX rear end?

[@survivalinthecity44]

Yea definitely took the Lexus rear end looks good imo

[@edgarh252]

Cherokee rear end

[@SubieandFriends]

I bellieve the fastest Rav4 was the previous older models that had the camrys 3.5 v6 with 270hp....

[@woolengrappler]

Jorge Lopez j have one. It’s a sleeper for sure.

[@dygardion9130]

Jorge Lopez he’s definitely mainly talking about this generation

[@metalman003]

I too own one with the 3.5L. It's surprisingly quick.

[@shamingandembrassingdriver2718]

3rd gen rav4 v6 beats any rav4

[@JAYBud88]

I have a v6 sport thing moves sips gas like a tank what was your mpg like?

[@rightlanehog3151]

Bring back the V6 because #MyAdventureIncludesTowing

[@coolsquad7428]

But at least they still have a regular trasmision

[@Gixter750]

I won't be replacing my 2010 RAV4 Limited v6 AWD with a new RAV4 because the v6 is not offered.

[@marcinhernik1270]

Especially when it is fuel type agnostic and has similar fuel economy, plus more power with renowned durability..

[@Ignacio.Romero]

Buy the hybrid

[@tylough]

Hey this thing can tow 3500 lbs if you get the right model. Still won't pull like our 3.5 V6.

[@yosam5184]

Hey Nathan, enjoyed your review, like that Adventure AWD for sure.

[@woolengrappler]

These look awesome, especially the Adventure model, but imo it should come with 17” rims: better selection for all terrain tires. I have a 2009 RAV V6 with Nitto Terra Grapplers and it was tough to find a good set of all terrains with the stock 18” rims that would fit the wheel wells, let alone 19” rims.

[@TagTab637]

I missed you Nathan!!! Glad to see your reviews! Love FLC and FLC crew but just glad to see ya again!

[@NathanDAdlen]

Aastra Calidad Thanks!

[@demoncleaner80]

I like these a LOT more than the outgoing models. Hopefully by the time the 2020's roll out I'll be in a position to be able to afford a new vehicle. Will definitely test drive one of these.

[@subjer0]

Thank you for doing a segment on the Adventure. Every other car review channel totally skipped over reviewing that trim.

[@AgentSmith911]

AWD should be standard on all models/versions of the RAV4. Also, a 3.5L V6 with 300 hp.

[@regen3rate]

That's called the 4runner...

[@BrendanMacWade]

Lovely Carmel. Lovely new RAV4 Adventure. It's going to be tough choosing between that and the 2019 Cherokee. But I think I have my final two candidates. Fun fact: the Aisin gearbox in the new RAV4 is the same found in the BMW X1, X2 and Volvo XC40.

[@luket6405]

Brendan A. MacWade that should be easy. Ones made by a company that makes very reliable and long lasting vehicles, and the other is a Jeep

[@luchaDor]

@@luket6405 Easy...one makes a true off road model with skid plates, true low range 4x4 & a rear locker with a V6. The other is a Toyota playing off road dress up.

[@rockymountainjazzfan1822]

First, this is not comparable to a "true" 4WD vehicle--if you need a 4WD vehicle for off-roading, this isn't the good choice. That said, the 2019 RAV4 is aimed directly at competing with the Subaru Forester and Outback. Subaru should be worried. The Subies are a generally good AWD for mild backcountry use, EXCEPT that they are equipped with the unreliable and expensive to repair Jatco (owned by Nissan) CVT. Funny how no one in the auto journalism field mentions that the Subie CVT is made by the same company that builds the CVT with a horrible reputation in Nissans. With the 2019 RAV4 Adventure, Toyota has 1) made the ground clearance competitive with the Subies; 2) built an AWD system competitive with Subaru's X-Mode; 3) achieved fuel economy numbers competitive with the Outback or Forester; and 4) done all that with an automatic transmission that should be way more pleasant and reliable than Subaru's CVT. Oh, and the 2.5 Toyota 4 is a very bulletproof engine; the Subie's boxer continues to have oil consumption issues for some owners. As for the Honda CR-V, they are still trying to solve the fuel-in-oil issue in their turbo 1.5. Too bad about that, otherwise it's a pretty good vehicle.

[@itr0863]

does it compare to the crosstrek? or is the crosstrek smaller than the rav4?

[@philipd.garcia5052]

is both rav4 and subie has better awd system the the mitsubishi outlander gt v6 with sawc that was in the mitsubishi evo...?

[@jesperspedersen]

With regards to Japanese automakers Honda, FHI (Subaru), and Daihatsu produce their CVTs in-house. Only Mitsubishi, Nissan, and Suzuki use JATCO.

[@rockymountainjazzfan1822]

@@jesperspedersen I stand corrected on the Subaru CVT. Nonetheless, I'm not a big fan of CVT's in non-hybrid vehicles, especially AWD's. I will say that the Toyota CVT is one of the better ones out there.

[@dubbreak]

@@itr0863 Crosstrek is definitely smaller. The Crosstrek might be comparable to the first or second gen in size. I have a 2010 RAV4 and it's way bigger than the Crosstrek. The new RAV4 is bigger than my gen. Forrester is the right comparison, but I suspect (haven't checked the numbers) the new RAV4 is bigger than the current gen Forrester. I've been looking at an Ascent to replace my RAV4, but if the adventure is big enough I might go with that. I'm really digging the new look. The previous gen looked like a Hyundai or something. Just wished they reintroduced the swing door with full-size spare (but proper swing direction for NA). Swing was better.

[@DeliciousBass01]

“I can do this in my civic” - internet guy who secretly wants the RAV

[@TheClownkillingGamer]

I actually owned a 2000 civic went to a camry now have a rav4 so i feel called out a bit

[@jedironin380]

14:30- "This thing has a lot of get-up-n-go." 14:55- Gets passed by a golf cart... :D

[@kurtchurba1994]

great job Nathan.. went out looking this weekend for an Outback 3.6R and ended up at the RAV4 Adventure & Hybrid (HV) XLE. You’re dead on with the immediate off-line torque of the HV and getting on the Interstate at 70 is no problem. A quiet and nice ride the HV was nicely equipped. Only got to look at the Adventure but I gotta tell ya, that orange highlighted interior is great! Coupled with the rubber knobs and off-road settings- we NEED to drive one and see how it compares ride wise against the HV. My buddy (car salesman) just smiled and said- I know you weren’t really looking at RAV’s just Subies but, I figured I’d work in the RAV4 just to have you take a look- the car sells itself.

[@philipd.garcia5052]

will there be a 2019 RAV4 TRD option? it would be nice...

[@tonybee4942]

Philip Garcia unfortunately I don’t think people would take it seriously if there was a TRD option. I think their other TRD options have set the bar too high and the RAV4 wouldn’t be able to compete with the Tacoma, 4Runner, and Tundra TRD’s

[@dobypilgrim6160]

@@tonybee4942 You are correct Tony.

[@Ganzonx1]

Just put a V6 In it again.

[@gazay7777]

It's a RAV4 so it's already a bit of a TRD. Lol.

[@Ganzonx1]

@@gazay7777 Lets not even think this is a bit TRD. TRD has been known for performance. I hope that the TRD doesnt follow the trend that the STI brand has been doing with some of their vehicles, putting STI cosmetics parts and not putting performance upgrades where it actually counts like the engine.

[@futbol1972]

I never go off reading but I really like the look of thoese beefy tires. Will thoese tires be good for just traveling on the freeway and to use it as a daily driver? is there any downsides of having these tires as opposed as the ones that come with the suv? Also did u lifted it? Thank u Will I loose a lot of mpg?

[@MegaGeorge1948]

Rocky, the flying squirrel lost his bomber jacket!

[@Al.j.Vasquez]

So, the adventure gets 19 inch rims, isn't that dumb? Shouldn't it get like smaller rims to fit tires with a larger sidewall instead?

[@ddddsd20]

Excellent review Nathan, the Adventure would be my pick, thank goodness it has an 8 speed trans and not a P.O.S. C V T like the Subaru and Honda. The looks are much better than the previous generation, I’m guessing they will sell very well.

[@valdius85]

There is finally a good SUV choice: MX-5 and RAV4. Both look good, both slightly different.

[@steverolfeca]

Not knocking the new RAV4, but this is some of the best unintentional humour I’ve seen in ages. 3min to 6min or so, where Toyota Guy drones on about the Dynamic handling advantages of the new AWD system while the car oooozes round corners and over dead-smooth dirt roads? Priceless. Toyota commercials should all be this funny!

[@Ryno-fp7pm]

I had to go back and watch. It's about 2:50- 5:10. You're correct. So funny. Talking about all these advanced features yet I've gone over tougher terrain in my 2WD pickups with open diffs.

[@luket6405]

Love this new design. I prefer body on frame so I will patiently wait for what the new 4Runner design holds

[@kdrguru]

Probably plastic fascias and fake skid plates and an old engine.

[@chrisvela5462]

Waiting on the 4runner to get a drivetrain upgrade

[@FeelingPeculiar]

@@chrisvela5462 The current v6 is so incredibly reliable though. My FJ Cruiser is just getting broken in at 130,000

[@chrisvela5462]

@@FeelingPeculiar no arguments there, it's one he'll of a motor. It's definitely a trade off with mileage but now we're getting to a time where we can have our cake and eat it too.

[@FeelingPeculiar]

@@chrisvela5462 Very true, the one downside is I get 16mpg... It's making me want to trade it in for this new Rav!

[@glenkellner9936]

I'm so happy Nathan is doing the review.

[@brenttaylordotus]

"Toyota first, all new AWD system" - I was thinking of getting a new rav4 until i heard that : D

[@timothyames8385]

I think this is a hit out of the park! That said, how bad is the turning radius? Why do they not affer adventure with a limited trim package? Future TRD PRO contender? Put the extra coolers and whatever else allows for 3500#towing on all non-hybrid trims (at least as a build option). I am currently on my 2nd Rav, its a 2018. They have been great! I look forward to upgrading into the new generation in a couple of years! Great job, Nathan!

[@LuckyDuckie115]

Yeah I'm getting the hybrid version

[@kyjelly5524]

Acura has used s system like that too. Years ago

[@chazlyle41]

Definitely a likely contender for purchase in 5-10 years when they’re dirt cheap and still going strong :D

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Chaz Spellman is a Toyota not gonna b cheap resale value going to b strong still

[@chazlyle41]

@@andersonrodriguez8258 I got my 1993 Toyota Pickup for far less than my two brand new Tacomas over the years and just picked up a 1999 Toyota 4Runner this year for a cool $3,500 which is obviously a great deal in this current market! They hold value well! But buying new is one financial foolery I will never make the mistake of again! (the things we learn in our 20s haha)

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Chaz Spellman true if u gettin a new vechile get one from like 3-5 years used cheaper especially as ur first car so u don’t pay to much

[@Roaming50]

So when do we get Colorado off-road testing of the Adventure model? I'm guessing with current projected snow storms, Gold-mine hill is done until the spring....

[@andrewzhuk8713]

Offroad possibilities of Hybrid were not fully shown. Waiting for real tests

[@winstonfjr]

I’m sure Nathan and the Fast Lane Car Crew will put it to a better off-road test than what Toyota provided. Once they get their hands on one I’m sure they’ll take it to Gold Mine Hill for a quick test. Keep up the great work guys!

[@AndroBoy17]

snow+ rav4 2019 . Awaiting your real rav4 snow test in the mountain

[@Wonka0998]

It's pretty good looking but I went through the timeline of the video and found no real off roading. What's its 4WD for?

[@jhgeetars1172]

Why put a 19 inch wheel on a ''adventure'' model ?

[@buildmorefarms1007]

The Toyota guy riding with Nathan has a funny look on his face when Nathan is driving! Did Nathan eat bean burritos before the drive?

[@Mr_nah]

2012 Rav 4 V6 269 hp. Miss it

[@bernardhossmoto]

Pro Active Torque Vectoring may be a Toyota first but Mitsubishi has had that for years. I do like the looks, though.

[@haydeniles5368]

Great job guys 👍 love the RAV4

[@Central-Scrutinizer]

Further, Toyota needs to make a 4 cyl 4wd CUV with a transfer case and locking diffs. Give Jeep a run please.

[@RikkSpencer]

need to see an ACTUAL off-road test with mud, and steep approach.

[@martinr8278]

YajraS it might get scratched and let’s just keep it on “safe” off road mode

[@RangerRickTV]

this or subaru forester?

[@TruthFLA]

Are you serious? They made a SUV that looks like a SUV? What was Toyota thinking?

[@yyeezyy630]

TruthFLA it looks like every other crossover lol a SUV looks like a truck with a bed topper

[@TruthFLA]

@@yyeezyy630 No. the rest of are roundish minivan clones. this one at least looks truckish

[@ezsteev63]

I like it better than a lot those egg shaped monstrosities

[@DiaperGranny11]

@@yyeezyy630 are you even old enough to drive?

[@yyeezyy630]

Moustache Ride I'm 22 so yea but thats not relevant at all if your first instinct is to try to insult someone who disagrees with you I'd have to question your age because that's pretty immature

[@johnhouston9653]

Much better looking, adding this to my 'to be considered' list

[@jasonthach44]

Please take it up to Goldmine Hill.

[@n.lyndley.9889]

15:43 - 15:55 Not correct. This system is coded almost all ESP / ESC systems, even two wheel drive and has been around for over a decade; it's a cheap way to simulate a locking diff. If you drive off-road extensively the brakes will overheat with these types of system, but are useful for tractiion. The first statement he makes is correct, the system applies braking to the spinning wheel. It DOES NOT "distribute torque to the tyre that NEEDS grip" as he states. Why on earth would you send extra torque to a wheel that needs (i.e. does not have enough) grip? It directs the across axle torque to the wheel THAT HAS GRIP (i.e. the one that isn't spinning).

[@displayedimagination9710]

bring back the Manual Transmission on the Rav 4 & 4Runner.

[@BernonCars]

It’s been almost 20 years since the 4Runner’s had a stick shift. Lol. I doubt it

[@rightlanehog3151]

Other markets get manuals for the RAV4 and various Land Cruisers. It makes as much sense to offer manual SUVs as it does to offer manual Tacomas. #savethemanuals

[@displayedimagination9710]

Bernie on Cars man to have one brand new from back then. I've been looking at used 4runners with a manual transmission just looking around what's left an available. yea it's a long shot, but if they have a manual on the Tacoma it doesn't make sense why they can't offer one on the 4Runner. after all the 4Runner did originate from a toyota truck with a stick. they were more innovative and practical back then. today it's all innovations for useless distractions.

[@BernonCars]

Yessir. We have a mint 2001 SR5 4WD with the 5MT. My dad got it with every option that the Limited had, except the stick. 270K and it’s still kickin it haha

[@displayedimagination9710]

@@BernonCars nice.

[@itsmeanthony9704]

I went from a Corolla to a 18 RAV4 and it drives and handled just like my old car I adjusted to it in one day.

[@Ratchetanium]

Race the old V6 Rav4 and this new Hybrid one!

[@Lumpia_In_Texas]

I had the old v6 rav . It was a good vehicle but the road noise was horrendous

[@sixtomidnight1492]

The V6 would smoke the hybrid!

[@iGleason]

Who the hell races Ravs in the first place? These things are about well rounded performance and comfort.

[@sixtomidnight1492]

@@iGleason The older V6 Ravs were insanely fast what they were!

[@quikgt]

Ryan Windom Yup; I had the Wife’s V6 (‘07) at the drags; 15.1= not bad for a fwd

[@michaw73]

Greetings from Germany. When will you test the hybrid version at Gold Mine Hill? In Germany we don´t have the Adventure-version (look alike 4runner)!

[@JCJourney]

it will sell like crazy. can't wait for the EV version in the future.

[@ralphmartin1058]

Awesome! Toyota FJ Cruiser 2007 owner + my Brother In Law has a super old 4Runner that he's older now & wants to get a new Rav4 ADVENTURE for Tucson, AZ driving.

[@renzodelacruz7281]

Snow offroad please!!

[@zzanatos2001]

You should do a comparison on the Acura RDX vs the Toyota Rav4 Limited Hybrid.

[@amon4874]

Best looking suv for Toyota

[@theodorekell]

I would say, that would be a Highlander - pretty slick design

[@aehornak]

Ugly ..

[@saltie.7783]

aehornak Then go drive a minivan lol

[@aehornak]

@@saltie.7783 No need .. I drive Fords .. I wouldn't spend my American dollars on a yota ...

[@dennistv598]

fukthegoog C-HR is slow as shit

[@andrewdavinack1585]

LOL The RAV4 adventure is not an off-road vehicle...it's good in the snow or if you're driving along some gravel path, but if you really want to "adventure" offroad with a daily driver - just get a 4Runner which is actually built for offroad.

[@111danish111]

Kelly Blue Book also released a video about the new Rav4 exactly 11 minutes ago and so did you guys !!

[@mitchstake13]

I think because the embargo was lifted today.

[@wentfishing]

Looking good! Will see how it will perform during upcoming winter ❄️ season.

[@arcadejunkie3930]

Hybrid has combined 39mpg!! Yes please!

[@zhangpeng0617]

it has a bigger battery than previous version?

[@bigozo1981]

More like 45mpg . I went 450 miles on my first tank with only 10 gallons of gas. Mostly city driving and driving on performance mode. Eco mode is probably better

[@tomthorn2887]

They play the Chevy commercial where they say everybody gets the employee discount on a new Chevy EVERY time I click on one of these videos. I laugh every time!!

[@narinc717]

Nice looking Rav4 but remodel the 4runner already!

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

It's coming sometime in the early 20s. The current 5th gen runs great and really isn't that dated.

[@Z2357111319]

If you've never take the Toyota factory tour in Georgetown Kentucky I'd highly suggest it, they make a solid well built vehicles and their commitment to quality shows in the plant.

[@rodneyvanderveen8376]

Quality? My ex's Rav4 with only 75k klms had a suspension link break and wheel almost completely fall off! Oh what a feeling that could of been!

[@scarhart53]

Sure it can go off road. It can go on your lawn, it can certainly go in the ditch next to the paved road. It can go on gravel roads as long as they're not too rough. Oops, that's not technically "off-road", is it? I kid because I care. A Rav4 is NOT an SUV, obviously. An SUV has a full frame like a pickup truck. It has lots of ground clearance so you can go over rocks or deep snow. It has a transfer case with a low range, because if you actually go "off-road", you need to be able to plow through snow and crawl up hills and over rocks at very low speeds. A uni-body like the Rav4 would literally break in half if it spent much time off-road. So a Rav4 is a station wagon, or maybe a hatchback. It's a car, in other words.

[@PastPresentFuture360]

scarhart53 I agree with you for the most part but do want to clarify - is BOF really a defining criteria of an SUV? Land Rover, Jeep walked away from BOF almost three decades ago.

[@valdius85]

It really seems there are some ego issues working in the background... SUV = Sport Utility Vehicle. It is not an off-roader. It is for going camping in the mountains etc not rock crawling. It will take snowy roads and most forest roads well enough. With good tires it can do a lot for most people.

[@alecpost]

You're not meant to take it off-roading... No one thinks this thing is the same as a 4Runner. It's a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), put some decent tires on it and it'll handle some pretty rough roads just fine. Rock crawling? No. Old, washed out, and neglected logging roads? Yes.

[@valdius85]

@@alecpost A lot of people have purities issues. As you said, it will take a logging road in the forest with good tires put on. If lifted, and it is already high, it will be better if ground clearance is an issue. I assume most buyers know that and are happy with the capabilities. Unfortunately there will always be people trying to get attention by reminding everyone that RAV4 is not an off-road vehicle. It is boring at this point after so many years this types of vehicles are on the market. :)

[@Hokimon21]

Best review so far.. good mix of useful information and personal driving experience..

[@BsOnK1969]

Tflc whats you really think of it? Should i go a give up my outback and get the toyota adventure?

[@tmwall25]

BsOnK1969 really?!? why lose all that money in depreciation. just pay off the subie and enjoy life without a car payment for a few years then buy the rav4. your family will thank you.

[@teabag3854]

No.

[@jacobyo99]

Yes. Subaru has a terrible CVT and a weak engine. RAV4 will be more powerful and reliable overall.

[@erik1514]

I own a 2017 Outback and I would definitely trade it in for the new RAV4. The interior quality of the outback is cheap to say the least. It's painfully slow, dissapearing coolant issues and CVT issues with mine already at 20k miles. I'm sure I'm not the only since Subaru forums are littered with complaints. One thing both cars have is a good depreciation value, although I could see the RAV4 beating the Subaru in that department as well.

[@teabag3854]

@@erik1514 ok lol

[@theodorekell]

Finally a good video from the "beard". And finally, some truckiness in a small truck.

[@chriskuroda5144]

Love your reviews, as usual.. You guys answer all the right questions. I hate the background music. I could barely hear Nathan talking through most of the video. Please stop with the loud, annoying music. It adds nothing interesting to your videos.

[@Feintgames]

A more constructive criticism could be, go to Warner Chapelle Production Music. We use them in our videos and they have an incredible selection.

[@takayama1638]

Good job Nathan. I like this better than other Toyotas.

[@chrish6373]

I really like the new look for 2019. Less of a delicate lady face on the grill. It's too bad that you have to jump to almost top of the range before you can get the Adventure package. Not everyone wants to spend an extra $7K to get a better looking grill and larger tires. The demo was a bit weak. I get that it was supplied by Toyota, but realistically the TFL Pontiac Aztek could do it. A groomed dirt road is not "off road".

[@AndroBoy17]

Btw when you do your offroad/snow review of rav4 do not forget three important things: 1. Diff locked 2 ESP off 3 Put on “Sport Mode” ( this is what you didnt do when testing the prev. gen in comparison with the bmw x3. Sport mode give u a lot of power and the auto transm/ CVT acts in a different way

[@seagullsbtn]

Hybrid sounds pretty good. Music when not talking only please.... Thats the Geico Gecko bomber jacket....

[@jamese7060]

Finally a video that explains the hybrid rav4 awd mode compared to the adventure awd model

[@samjacobs4769]

That smile tho at 8:17 😂

[@monicawilson896]

Excellent and detailed review! Thank you for the good info.

[@fordrac1ng81]

Toyota just brought me back to thinking about a rav 4. the last generation turned me off. I loved my fathers 2010 V6 but when I was looking at a 2016 for my wife, I went with a CX-5 because it had a real automatic. I refuse to buy a CVT and so does my wife. Even women hate them.

[@nira_z]

also, does adventure has a smaller sunroof compared to limited? seems like it

[@Ferda1964]

I recognize the beautiful coast around Monterey : )

[@clarionbicycle]

Hoping you can do a test of the awd system on the hybrid with your new rollers. I saw a video of the last gen rav4 hybrid on rollers that failed every test and basically had 1 wheel drive. I’m really hoping they have fixed that for this remodel as the mpg numbers are great but I need some decent off road ability.

[@RileyAaron90]

Love the Adventure model!

[@ericb.9907]

it is still sluggish and this 4 cyl. noise it's really loud . Does the cry faster 0 to 60? I've heard it goes in 7.5 sec... I wish the V6 option was still available it would have been a killer SUV

[@rogerholloway8498]

So tell me again why I would buy a Subaru?

[@pranksterDoug]

You can get a six cylinder in it.

[@elusivellama]

If you love headgasket failure and needing to put a quart of oil between oil changes because Subaru says it is "normal". It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

Forester xt had turbo h4 had 260 hp and 260 tq. Symmetrical full time awd.

[@miriamvivo4279]

Not as reliable

[@mannyechaluce3814]

If you are a millenial who believes the Gov't takes care of things for you, then you would probably buy a Subaru because you think a subaru engine exhausts saves the planet :D

[@Rich_123]

Can't wait to see both drivetrains on the TFL roller test.

[@zachf355]

this is perfect i dont want turbo! adventure trim here i come!

[@Tobbots]

The king is back.

[@manuelias86]

I would like an adventure but it's too expensive... 35K for a rav4 isnt worth it.

[@TheBeowulf55]

Cool vid I appreciate the fact that you guys are testing less obvious vehicles. I love big trucks and SUVs but don't love the mpg. The Rivian is not a real thing and most likely too expensive for me for at least the next 3 -5 years so do you have any suggestions for actually capable off road vehicles that don't need to be filled up every 10 seconds. Also very aware of Subarus but looking for anything else out there old or new. Thanks!

[@jqiufresh123]

Seeing what Toyota are doing lately, can't wait for the new 4runner

[@Railfan88]

Of all the Rav4 styles since their inception, this is the best. Keep the rugged off road/truck look Toyota!

[@racoonzattack]

Toyota! Please do a TRD Pro version of the new Rav 4!!!!! That would be awesome!!!!

[@CannabisTrippin]

More then likely if the TRD Off Road rav4 does well then I could see them doing a pro for 2021

[@Idtelos]

That Lunar Rock color is sweet! Also, with all bells and whistles (that advance technology package), you are looking closer to a $40k vehicle.