2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime IS the Best EV on the Market - No Compromises

[@patriciaKnightley]

Incredibly practical. Our XSE Premium here in Oregon runs about 38 miles of electric in cold winters and in the summer the range can show 49-50. Felt very fortunate to get one in Fall ‘21. We essentially fill our tank once every 3 months when we have longer trips or feel we need to burn the fuel rather than risk it becoming a bit stale. We may start filling just half a tank for reserves.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Thanks for the info!

[@SilverNine89]

Add fuel stabilizers (like Sta-Bil) to your fuel. It's often used to keep fuel fresh for a long time in motorcycles (for winter storage) and even boats (Sta-Bil have a marine version of their fuel stabilizers). That being said, a gas engine benefits from being run so I guess you still need to run it once in a while anyways.

[@rosslemire209]

Bought our Rav 4 Prime SE last July and love this car. We live in Arizona so have some of the opposite problems as our friends in the North. Summer heat drops the range down to between 42 and 45 miles miles and in the Winter here we get 48 to 50. We are able to get 80 to 90% of our daily driving in all EV mode. Highway range is more like 35 to 37 miles on a charge but that is not the point of this vehicle and with 550 miles of total range it rocks any roadtrip. We have owned it for nearly a year and strictly using the 110 V charger in our garage has been fine. We rarely use public chargers. The one downside to this car is if it is your car the rest of your family will use it as much as possible and tell you "why would we pay for gas when we can use your car?". So far we have put one and a 1/2 times the miles on this car as we put on our other cars. I was lucky and only paid 2500 over MSRP, Although I had to drive to California to find one. The only item I wish I could have bought separately from the XSE package would be the camera based rear view mirror for roadtrips when the back is full and our bikes blocked the backup camera. One feature that it is odd the software doesn't include is a record and display of how much total mileage is all EV, all ICE, or all hybrid. Only annoying feature is the excessively load deliberate programmed whine when backing up in EV mode. There is no option to turn it down or not have the noise when fully charged. However, if not fully charged you can force the ICE motor into charge mode which shuts off EV mode and voila no whine. Just remember to set back to EV mode once out of reverse. I have never loved a car but love this one.

[@robertrobinson5711]

My ‘21 R4P XSE is the best vehicle I’ve ever owned. Better than Mercedes-Benz & Honda. Over 12K miles, not a single issue other than stability control software update recall. Up to 99 mpg combined since new. It’s one hen’s tooth worth waiting for IMHO.

[@youtoob4640]

We're fortunate and had our Xse Prime for 1 year now in Burnaby. It fits our needs perfectly. Lots of little trips around town and 99% of the time we're in pure EV mode. Warmer weather we get 88km range according to the dash...no hyper milage driving kind of thing...just regular driving. In the 1 year of ownership, we've used 1 tank of gas and that's only because we intentionally use it to prevent stale fuel. When we start to do trips again to Seattle, Interiors, etc..., no big deal, treat it like an efficient Hybrid and gas up during the road trip. Truly best of both worlds. We have an EV6 on order but the Prime will still be the primary vehicle for our family if we had to choose.

[@notsoeasyryder5150]

Just found your video. I ordered a Prime XSE about 3 weeks ago, fully expecting to wait a year or more to get it. I got a call from Kelowna Toyota 10 days later, telling me they had one. Turns out the buyer this car was brought in for was out of the country and would be for some time, so he declined. Next guy on the list had wanted a different color, and didn't mind waiting a little longer. I was next on the list and it was the color and trim I wanted. Just crazy luck! As for the car itself, I absolutely love it! Not a single negative thing to say about it. Best of both worlds, and bonus...it's very quick!

[@EverydayReviews2022]

OMG that’s incredible!

[@analidaleung4370]

Just received our 2022 Prime Rav 4 XSE with the technology package after waiting for 2 years. So far, its amazing in every aspect. Very roomy interior and lots of cargo space. A very comfortable vehicle to drive and excellent on fuel efficiency.

[@AL-sg2jd]

How much did u pay

[@Eric_M_R]

Had my Prime XSE for almost a year exactly and we still LOVE it. At least %95 of our driving is all EV, only have to gas up for road trips, or towing our SeaDoo to the lake.. I get about 60km EV range in winter and closer to 80km in summer. (BC Lower mainland) Charge mode to me makes no sense unless you need to use your 1500W inverter plug and need the battery.. For road trips I save the EV battery for stop/go areas like towns/cities or any situation where ICE is less efficient like uphills, use the ICE engine for higher speeds like highways... feel like that's more efficient than people who just run their battery dry immediately and then rely on HV the rest.

[@myytchannel6632]

You drive smart. This is a great hybrid indeed. I was interested in buying one but I waited too long. Now the Rav4 Prime is scarce or the price is over inflated by dealerships.

[@baxtersfarm]

I agree. Saving the EV for initial movement and then on the open road HV. Its a fantastic car and a real pleasure.

[@AltaHangman]

@@myytchannel6632 The RAV4 Prime has always been scarce. I ordered my XSE in January 2020 and took delivery April 28th 2021. I wanted the red but took a white (Blizzard Pearl) seeing as the dealer was only assigned 5 for the year I knew they were really hard to get so I took what was offered. In the thirteen months I've had mine I've only seen one other on the road here in Calgary. I love the vehicle, I too drive about 90-95% in EV mode. Colder winters here in Calgary than the lower mainland however I still get about 55kms per charge in winter.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@myytchannel6632 Over inflated is relative.......these specific Primes & and Lexus 450h+ F Sport R WELL WORTH IT!

[@macoy321]

What is HP specs, after you used up all the charge? I’m sure it’s not 302HP

[@alfontana6242]

We purchased a 2022 RAV 4 Prime SE in March. So far well over 3,300 miles on the odometer. So far we only filled up with 21.66 gallons of gas. Electric range now with warmer weather, 50-mid 60's has been close to 50 miles on rural highways / and rural roads. With the battery completely depleted just on gas in pure hybrid mode varies from 40 - over 50 MPG. Last fishing trip, 155 miles total, my wife and I drove down Highway 101 in N/W Oregon we managed to get 51 miles on electric and the remainder of the trip 104 miles in gas only hybrid mode was a more than impressive 51.3 MPG. Our old 2010 Prius could not have done much better. I don't know of any 4,500 lb + All wheel drive SUV (loaded with fishing gear my wife and I, that can accomplish that on electric and regular 87 octane gas, if you know of another SUV that can better that please let me know so I can trade it in.....

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Great real world review. Thanks for sharing!

[@wesjones17]

We've had a R4P for almost 2 years - we were one of the first to get it in Rochester NY. It's an incredible vehicle. In the winter we only get about 34 miles per charge, but that still covers 90% of our commute. If the range was a *little* further, I'd like it even more, but it's excellent the way it is.

[@eugenejohnson7755]

Does the combustion engine turn on in NY winter? Thanks.

[@JohnDiMartino]

You have the cable gate issues yet ?

[@paragshah2943]

I have a Prime SE for little over a year now and I love driving it. It is built well with a quiet cabin. I did have to upgrade the speakers to enjoy music in it but in terms of performance, efficiency and usability I do not think any other car can beat it at this time.

[@dadoo985]

U put new speakers?

[@hankjwang]

I heard all comments said the cabin is noisy. Is it quiet on highway?

[@dadoo985]

@@hankjwang thank u. I heard engine was noisy 2

[@John-ku7mj]

If the gas is consumed so slowly, is anyone concerned about adding stabilizer to the gas tank after filling up? Also, should you use hybrid mode at least once per week to make sure all the engine seals and gaskets stay lubricated and don’t dry out?

[@TimeLordX]

You can add stabilizers, you can also use ethanol free gas. I’d say running the ICE engine once in a while in HV mode won’t hurt either.

[@Iquey]

This is a beautiful suv. A real family sized car with electric range for most commutes. It's like a perfect middle class jewel of practicality.

[@anthonyc1883]

Nice. We have a Prius Prime with 30+/- miles of electric-only range and a close friend of ours bought the RAV 4 Prime, with 50+/- miles of electric-only range. I'm a little envious! I would love a PHEV with 100 miles of electric-only range.

[@austin9370]

I have a Prime, I drove 24000.00km and paid $300 on gas $600.00 on electric, save a lot of money. :)

[@sporla3]

My wife has a 2021 in silver. We bought it in December. Added gas once. Averaging about 45 miles of electric driving per charge.

[@amasohsubitanimulinlio4246]

how much electricity you've gotta pay per charge ?

[@sporla3]

@@amasohsubitanimulinlio4246 we plug it in at home. We haven't noticed any increase in our electric bill.

[@amasohsubitanimulinlio4246]

@@sporla3 with all due respect Sir. I was expecting an honest answer. What you said means that it runs for free when you recharge it with electricity? I don't get it.

[@torontodough2755]

@@amasohsubitanimulinlio4246 that means the charge is too insignificant to increase electric bill. Maybe they use it seldomly too

[@artshawaii]

My XSE PP is now 2 years old. 22K miles in and I can still show 60 miles of ev range on my dash. No noticeable degradation. The best part was when gas was high, electricity was lower so I was 98%EV. Now with gas coming down and electricity going up, I can use gas again.

[@Dustandfuzz]

Wouldn’t you have to run the gas engine at least once in awhile so nothing seizes up? Even though you don’t run out of electricity?

[@EverydayReviews2022]

I would think so.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

You will be running the gas engine on trips.

[@flt528]

We had to wait 3 months for ours but it was sure worth it. What an awesome car! You just plug it in to a regular outlet at home overnight, put gas in it once in a blue moon, and that's it. Want to drive an electric car? No problem - you'll be driving an EV 90% of the time unless you do tons of long trips. Want to take long trips where there's no chargers? No problem - you'll be driving a gas-powered car that gets 45+mpg after the battery is depleted. Want a car that can tow? Want an SUV with a lot of space? Want a car that can take off like a rocket? Want a Japanese-built vehicle that will last for 300,000 miles? I don't understand why anyone would buy any other car.

[@mightymikex]

The outlet you mentioned above is it 120Vac? I am thinking of buying one but my garage are on 120Vac outlet only.

[@kyrosmike]

I got my 2022 XSE prime by chance showing up to a dealer and guy who was buying it backed out since he was stuck in Ukraine. My v6 Camry I traded in they dealer gave me more then I paid for it 3 years ago.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Bonus!!!!

[@EyeOfScrutiny]

Great video. Good review. The plug-ins appear to be a workable solution. Thanks.

[@donnalmich8398]

Does this have the button, where you can turn off, the stop/start feature? I hate when the cars turn off, at every stop, than u have to restart the car!! :(

[@davesutherland1864]

Best I did for range was 79km. That was about 25km in suburb driving (45km/hr) and the rest on a highway (80 km/hr, with a couple small towns at 50). However, in the winter below about -10C the engine usually turns on. Also, if the temperature is les than +10C the engine seems to turn on (for a few minutes) as soon as you are going about 80 km/hr - I have assumed this is to warm up the battery for higher speed. On long road trips I get 6.4 l/100 km @ the 80 km/hr and 6.9l/100 km @100 km/hr.

[@tbanthony]

I’ve had my RAV4 Prime for almost 2 years now. It’s a great SUV. The EV range is enough to be useful and I actually plug it in. A few of the PHEVs get such limited EV range it becomes a ‘why bother?’ It gets the full 300hp in HV mode and accelerates briskly. Not Tesla fast and you do have to burn gas as the trade off but it adds some fun. EV mode is plenty sufficient for everyday use and the immediate torque is still enjoyable. Oh, I strongly recommend the red color (unless you dislike red of course). It looks great, my car is easy to find in the sea of bland white and silver cars and you’ll get more compliments about your new car (if you care).

[@verdugui85]

I got mine nearly a yearg ago in EU -Spain and could not be happier with it. One thing a part that is giving me some trouble sleep is why I have reviewed few sites and posts that you get the top power and speed 0-100kmh at HV Mode when the most powerful Mode as far as I know is the AUTO MODE (EV+HV). could someone confirm this? Thx guys keep enjoying the best PHEV SUV ever

[@ellellbee]

I had ordered the white and after a couple of months decided to change my order to the red. Glad to hear your feedback as that is how I felt about the white. Now, if I could just get it in my hot little hands. I hope within the year as I have been waiting 10 months so far.

[@eugenejohnson7755]

Good video. Thanks. If you live in very cold places, will the combustion engine turn on?

[@InternetDude]

I traded my Tesla in for a RAV4 Prime, no regrets.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Must feel liberating not having to rely on charging. Do you do long drives or just regular commutes? How long does a tank last you I drove over 450kms and barely dipped into the gas for about 1 litre over the course of a week. It was awesome!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@EverydayReviews2022 I would love one of these, but dealer markups are outrageous! We have a 2016 Ford C-Max PHEV that doesn’t have the modern safety equipment. Even the Ford Escape PHEV has extraordinary markups. We also have a Tesla Model 3, but it’s comforting knowing that we can easily drive over 500 miles in the Ford before the reserve light comes on.

[@InternetDude]

@@EverydayReviews2022 I have videos of my experience owning two Model S over 6 years and then going back away from EV. There are many reasons to not buy a Tesla or BEV here in Sask. The driving in our RAV4 Prime is 90% city and then 10% highway but when it's highway we go from Regina to Calgary (700km-ish) so it's really nice not to stop and charge repeatedly. Winter and wind MURDER range here so I spent a lot of time charging going to Calgary before so yeah life is better now. Plus the Toyota dealer is 5 mins from my house so service is easy and Toyotas don't really need much service compared to the Tesla where things were constantly breaking.

[@InternetDude]

@@EverydayReviews2022 I had 5 mobile service visits from the Tesla tech in a year and swore off the car and company. Just not worth the poor quality. They also had things they wouldn’t fix. Unacceptable for a six figure car. Told me it’s normal.

[@tam8479]

Finally got my Tesla Y last week. It’s a beautiful car with lots of tech, but thinking about trading it in for RAV4 Prime if I can get my hands on one without paying 5-10K in markups by greedy dealerships in California

[@youngsvideos2549]

What kind of charger do you recommend?

[@anthonygraham2815]

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023, available in NZ. Compared and test drove the new Outlander PHEV and it is more spacious more luxurious and crazy powerful in power mode. Pure EV for 87km. Awesome in my opinion. Be interesting to get your comparison when its available.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

I’m really looking forward to it as well.

[@JF-cj3mn]

Have you heard any news about whether the rav4 prime is coming to NZ anytime soon? I haven't and have been regularly checking but wondered if anyone else has heard anything.

[@Tacoexplorer]

I have a deposit on a prime now. Looks like it will be a long wait. I’m okay with that since the 2023 rav4 models will have some significant updates.

[@ellellbee]

Me too. Do you know what those significant upgrades will be?

[@Tacoexplorer]

@@ellellbee the middle infotainment screen size increases for all models and the instrument cluster is getting an upgrade as well.

[@anthonylavelle7229]

Good video, I agree with all of your points, I got mine in Jan 2021 and loving it for sure... In Quebec, the incentive was actually $8000 but now, as you mention, $5000 which is still pretty great.... Just her about Lexus RX coming out with a plug-in, sounds good if it has a better range than the NX450h+. Considered BZ4X but will stick with my R4P.

[@flashsushi1843]

How reliable is Toyota's software on PHEVs? I have two hybrids and never had issues software-wise.

[@ronkemperful]

Sounds like an ideal car to bridge the gap between an ICE and an EV. But, with the chip shortage and an insane shortage of new vehicles, most will not be able to experience this great vehicle. Great review as always.

[@payrocoin]

Toyota REALLY needs to stop BSing and release a Highlander Prime.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

I wouldn’t go without the Technology Package!

[@macoy321]

What is the HP after you used up all the electric charge? Is it still at 302hp?

[@cp-chipheo9528]

From my understanding. Yes it is. Electricity would not be used up because the car designed to charge the battery when the battery is under 20%. Besides the car will not powered by engine only unless the battery can't hold any charge.

[@mittglen]

I just got Rav4 prime xse, about tree weeks ago after waiting for 5 months. I drove it for 1265 miles and then 1st fill-up the gas at Costco for full tank gas for $ 56.00. Before I have Honda Clarity Turing with 48 miles electric, the Honda Clarity more quiet in inside but the engine was louder noise.

[@bjarnehansen3812]

I've had mine for four weeks and only used one tank of gas for 2500 km. EV range more than 80 km - nice. Very quiet in the city but some noise from the rear at higher speeds. I may add some sound isolation in the rear.

[@suekirsch7333]

Also had a clarity and have had the Xse for 49,000 miles now. It costs about .45 cents a night to charge up. I have it set up on 220 to start charging at 4 am and it’s done at about 6:30 am. All electric 5 days a week then into Las Vegas 2 days a week gas up the mountain to spring mountain switch to electric down into vegas. Home gas up electric down. Average 55 to 60 miles of range daily and 73 miles to the gallon.can’t wait to buy a byd tang all electric when they start selling in the u.s.

[@tomchan2559]

5 months waiting only ? It seems that Toyota does not care about the Canadian market. May be they make more money in US than Canada.

[@Larss70]

I ordered mine March 2021 in Ontario.....still waiting so most likely I would get updated 2023

[@DrPriiime]

Excellent review

[@tuan-trangha9405]

I owned the exact same model as you drove in white. Very satisfied !!!!!!!!!!

[@dcbel]

This Toyota RAV4 seems like a great transition between ICE and a fully electric vehicle, checking all the boxes for a reliable and comfortable family car! Great review, thank you for sharing! 🔌⚡🚘

[@dcam456]

Have they fixed the issue with the roof rails leaking? It’s a pretty widespread issue with the RAV4.

[@ellellbee]

What year? I have a 2018 hybrid and it isn't leaking.

[@donnalmich8398]

How tall are you, i was wondering about HEADROOM, men that are 6’2, need good headroom!!!

[@mtebor]

so this isn't like the Pruis (not prime) that charges the battery while you are driving, correct?....I just passed the 10:30 mark on your video where you mention that

[@PWCDN]

it is, it drives like a regular hybrid with the added benefit of being a plugin. If you can charge it to full on a daily basis, you basically run gas free up to 70KM. If you drain the battery, it goes back to being a conventional hybrid running at around 6.2L/100KM. Overall its better than a hybrid if you can charge it regularly for short commutes, but costs a bit more (and qualifies for incentives).

[@mtebor]

@@PWCDN Thanks. I have watched other EV videos that recommend you only keep battery at 60-80% capacity. Is that the same with this vehicle?

[@KaMupGirl978]

Wish I could afford this, but all my money is put toward my house.

[@gateslattes4686]

Best investment!

[@Whisperhollow]

I absolutely love the passenger shelf! It annoys me when my passenger starts placing their stuff on my dash and it slides around, across or off the dash onto the floor. I also don't like it when they put their stuff in my cup holder. I only wish the shelf was deeper so papers could be placed there. Why don't more cars have this simple feature?

[@grandmasterRobby]

What kind of degenerate passenger puts shit on your dashborad.

[@cyndyly8619]

How much the price?

[@ellellbee]

What country are you in? I have this exact same vehicle on order in BC Canada, same colour, same packages and the quote is $63,970. That includes the rebates as well as a few options beyond the Tech package.

[@eddyl3748]

Has toyota fixed the gas tank capacity issue?

[@ellellbee]

Is this an issue on a Plug in hybrid?

[@Truedoogie]

So it's like the Chevy Volt? I had one for 3 years and being able to use full EV for 50 miles or so before needing to use the gas engine (as an electrical generator essentially) was brilliant.

[@maximelefebvre4627]

The Lexus 450h+ is better, but more expansive. They are PHEV, not EV. You still have a gas engine in a PHEV wich requires particular maintenance. EV is something different.

[@russellgatewood6473]

Just got mine today!!! I love it!!!THANK YOU SCOTT!!!RoyalMoore Toyota,Hillsboro Or.

[@ellellbee]

Rub it in, will ya. Still waiting here but only order 10 months ago.

[@elsaandnoah]

I’m in Vancouver too. Would love this but I guess I’ll be waiting 2-3 years hahaha! Anyway looking forward to seeing more Toyota hybrids if not a prime edition. Maybe my next vehicle will be hybrid Subaru Outback or hybrid Forester!?

[@tomchan2559]

It seems that our next door neighbour has A LOT more RAV4 Prime. If you can get one in 2-3 years, consider yourself very lucky.

[@iangraham871]

I was interested to hear about the new Outlander PHEV, so i looked it up to see if it had a shorter lead-time than the RAV4. Alas, Mitsubishi have now pulled out of UK so i can't order one if i wanted to!

[@yrralyrral]

Great review! Cheers!

[@rcl998]

got my SE in QC last week, that 13000 CAD rebate is massive

[@ekuj]

When did you order it? I was thinking of placing an order soon

[@rcl998]

@@ekuj september 2020... got a call for a white one in 2021 april, but prefer silver so waited another year for the next call

[@TimeLordX]

I’d love to see how R4P compares to Mazda CX-70 PHEV, once they start selling it in North America.

[@Woburn-RoxburyMedia]

You're going to spend approx $ 55-60K or more, to get your hands on a RAV4 Prime. They will have major Dealer Adjusted Markup/Options. So how much will you save in the end brother ? If you own it for 8-10 years, perhaps a lot of money.

[@ellellbee]

Exactly the one that I have ordered. Colour; packages included. Now, if I can only get it. Ordered 10 months ago. Hoping to get it by next year. Sigh. Impatiently waiting.

[@daveincanada785]

I have been waiting for a year now and Toyota has no idea when I will get my order. Great car but Toyota Canada's communication is absolutely awful.

[@Eric_M_R]

I put a downpayment in Dec 2019 before it was released, didn't get it until May 2021! Try not to think about it.. asking the dealership for an ETA will only let you down :(

[@PWCDN]

has nothing to do with communication or customer service, everyone knows there is a semi-conductor shortage, just gotta be patience. Them telling you to wait 100 times won't make the situation any better for you or them. If you don't hear any news, its not ready, simple. They'd love to give you a car and take your hard earned dollars if they could.

[@tomchan2559]

I suggest you change to a RAV4 Hybrid or get a Venza instead.

[@tomchan2559]

@@Eric_M_R Dealerships have no clue when they will get the RAV4 Prime. It is not up to them.

[@superlight47]

If I had the money I go for the RAV4 Prime it a heart beat.

[@PWCDN]

Don't worry, even if you have the money, you can't buy it. This is talking after the huge mark ups from dealership. Demand outstrip supply. Each dealer maybe has 1 or 2 of these in stock, they're gonna sell it to the highest bidder.

[@superlight47]

@@PWCDN That is very true. A matter of fact just a few moth ago, I went to two dealership one 45 minutes away and the other about an hour and 45 minutes away from home to get a regular RAV4 Hybrid and thy are asking $4000 to 7000 above MSRP. As much as I really need a new vehicle to replace my old 2001 Corolla, I had to walk away from it because at the end of the day I have $40,000 to $47,000 car loan top pay.

[@LMF2020]

How long do the charge take and last?

[@EverydayReviews2022]

About 2 hours on level 2. 11 hours with 110v home outlet. Good for around 70 kms of full EV driving.

[@sunnybains6499]

The best looking ever I love it!

[@soleroice13]

One big compromise! Tha ac on my rav4 prime and prius prime is terrible for hot weather! Once you get above 90 Fahrenheit it blows marginal coolish air but not cold at all. I wanted to upgrade to the new rx 450h plus but being from Texas the ac not working well is a deal breaker. I will have to settle for the 350h :(

[@rightlanehog3151]

Brian, If they add 2 inches of headroom as well as 4 inches of rear legroom and then start building them in Canada, I will agree with you ;-)

[@petersha576]

The car looks great. Only wish I can get it in WA...

[@jjgreek1]

Yeah if you can find one

[@camalexander8843]

Why review vehicles you can't get? Very frustrating to see all the vapourware .

[@paulholterhaus7084]

Not yet as bad as the electric Viking forever talking about things not for sale OR being in use ANYWHERE.......Paul

[@tonywong9105]

Great review, assuming you mean best Plug-In Hybrid with best efficiency I may vote for the Sorento PHEV as the best (full disclosure: I currently own it) if the Sorento PHEV comes with a heat pump. The sound insolation, amenities inside the car, resolutions of the screen are just better with the Sorento, not to mention the 4+2 seats as standard.

[@BTC909]

Other KZbinr's neglect to mention the downfall of the Hyundai / KIA PHEV setup.

[@siquanwu3131]

Prime is very good indeed, but it’s PHEV, not a full EV. If you include PHEV, I will say NX450h+ is a better choice for a little bit more money. The quality and design is on another level. But the problem for both at the moment is: you can’t get one. You have to either wait for 12 months or pay a dealer premium. Awesome review as always, Brian!

[@EverydayReviews2022]

The NX450H + is awesome as I tested it recently as well however it’s packaged much more expensive and doesn’t quality for any incentives. It might be a little easier to get because of that as well.

[@joelowe840]

Also, the NX "Prime" is considerably smaller inside for both passengers and cargo plus the NX has no spare tire. I'd wait for the 2023 Rav4 Prime which should receive an upgraded infotainment system...

[@paulc4878]

Also premium fuel is recommended for the NX450H+ unlike the RAV4 Prime

[@gavininhollywood4189]

When do you think, their will be more available, so waiting lists are over

[@EverydayReviews2022]

There will always be waitlists I think.

[@gerardferry8810]

The best PHEV for me is the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023 with over 90km in EV range!!!

[@doudymac]

Toyota always delivers on quality. I considered one of these but the outdated interior was a let down...🤷‍♂️

[@caboy808]

It is impossible to get this car right now or you wait for 4 years.... that's outrageous!

[@haiguise100]

I went in and put a deposit down today and was told about 6 months

[@paul38501]

@@haiguise100 but where do you live?

[@haiguise100]

@@paul38501 northeast US

[@TimeLordX]

The wait time in US is way shorter than the one here in Canada 😞

[@haiguise100]

@@TimeLordX ahh gotcha, that’s unfortunate

[@PhilT993]

Yes, the heat pump is absolutely essential in ANY EV in cold climates. If the EV you are considering doesn't have a heat pump, for more efficient heating and cooling, AND battery pack preconditioning, when on the way to a DC Fast Charger, for a pure EV, keep shopping.

[@jasonma818]

It might be the best EV vehicle in the market now, but it is also the most difficult vehicle to get...

[@tomchan2559]

Certainly THE Best Plugin Hybrid SUV....... Only if you can get one in Toronto.

[@SuNnYaAsH]

40 miles is not enough and on top of that in north hemisphere of usa in winter range dropped further 30 miles so why not get bz4x complete ev

[@AltaHangman]

Full EV still do not have the range for me. If I go full EV I want a range of at least 700kms preferably 1,000. Battery technology is changing so fast that could be available to me by the time I'm ready to give up my RAV4 Prime. 🙂

[@robertwenrenyeh]

I pre-ordered the RAV4 Prime since November 2020, I am still waiting for it… Not sure if it is my dealer or just Vancouver itself, but it sure seems slow. I already see new NX350Hs on the street, and that car was release a year after the R4P. I suspect I’ll end up getting the 2023 model at this point :)

[@tomchan2559]

It is the same in Toronto. Toyota Canada may only allocate TWO this year for your dealership. It is not the dealership and seems that US market is way more important than Canada. Same for many other Hybrids too.

[@ellellbee]

Well, you are a year ahead of me on ordering. Your comment got me a bit down as I had hoped to get mine in 2023 sometime.

[@ns123]

There is no doubt about the reliability of the Toyota/RAV4, but this one is expensive at $62,000 including a $5,000 government rebate in Ontario.

[@drwzer]

Considering the two + year waiting list, this car is effectively not available for sale for most people. Would love this vehicle but had to settle for the nx 450h+ and only have to wait a year!

[@sanadaHIRO]

Have to wait 4 years plus for this lol

[@A_guan]

I would buy one especially if it was a TRD model or something to make it handle better

[@creativitybycarilyn6634]

I got mine in Blizzard Pearl & black two toned fully loaded about a week ago. It is beautiful in that color also. I would have taken almost any color, but I got my first choice. The dealer said you may have to take the car with whatever color and options it gets delivered in because they can't control what they get. Anyone on a wait list might want to be flexible on the color and options to get it quicker. The tax rebate on this car should bring it down to a price that could be justified, otherwise I don't think I could have justified it even with high gas prices. A full electric car would not have worked out for me for the similar reasons you state in your video. Most of our driving is local and we can just charge at night and almost never get gas. We didn't even have to modify the electrical at our house since it plugs into a standard outlet. We may eventually splurge for the upgraded fast charge outlet. I like to hear other people who have come to the same conclusion I have. Thanks for sharing!!

[@michaelburton]

Must be impossible to get because I dont see them on the road at all.

[@Demobot1]

Now I am dying to see how the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV compares to the Rav 4 Prime. I think the dual electric motors is a major advantage. In the end it comes down to price.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Not only price but it’s gonna come down to which one you can actually get.

[@Demobot1]

@@EverydayReviews2022 LOL yeah I guess eh.

[@danielalexander799]

You are correct. The Rav4 Prime is the best.... in theory. You can't actually buy one from any Toyota dealership.

[@rileyjones750]

I would buy one but I hope they somehow incorporate a manual transmission into some of these PHEVs. Not sure how that would work but that’s my dream lol. Honda used to offer two different hybrids with a manual…

[@zipobob1]

It's nice, but still not ideal for people in condos & apartments without dedicated chargers. Also it still sucks that Toyota charges subscription for remote climate control.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

However still a lot more ideal as you don’t have to charge if not convenient and you’re still gonna get great mileage and if your condo even has a 110 outlet, just plug in overnight and you’ll have a full battery in the AM.

[@donaldbanner2185]

Glad you LOVE this car...........I own the 2022 450h+ F sport..Note the Heads Up display on the windshield W/14” display alone makes the Lexus better........Mine is In Atomic Silver Glows in the Sun Light with Lil" grey metal flake" and same Circut Red interior.. but with Electric battery...Has 306 Horse power 0 to 60 in 5.6 sec (Via Road and track at drag strip!.) This model DOES- NOT have a TURBO...But rather, a Naturally aspirated / Carb...........(important because it is well known that TURBOS stress engines)...simply said: see euro cars shop time!....this car combines the Elec Batt and engine to achieve *89 miles per Gallon in Hybred mode with HIGH torq, And VERY quick out of the hole...Jus' blew the doors off a 735i beemer...albeit for only a block ...( I am no dummy a V* will eventually pass many cars in the long dist. (in all fairness)......However, who cares the thrill is initial take off and tickets are for high speed & SPEED...Kill's! My car has Red Calipers against Powder coated Gloss spoke Black mags and All red "F" Sport Badges........ FAR better built than euro's (mine built in Japan) sadly, new releases are now being made in Canada! Like USA Union shops...no one gets fired for a hang over and bad work??? maybe)..... However, Lexus is Far more reliable...Far better Re-Sale that Euro beemers or mercedes.......indeed mine has Gone UP in price...Not many cars you can find Like that!... IF YOU CAN FIND ONE ANYWHERE do grab it!......"econ 101".....Has (3) elec. motors gett'n 0 to 60 in 5.6 sec (road and track) HIGH torque QUICK out of Hole!......Never do I use gas..... gett'n 43 miles per 120 Volt charge (real world driving my experience.) and NEVER USE GAS....and almost Silent operation in elec....So do your research......as this is Far better than any European beemer or mercedes that are depreciating the moment you drive off the lot BIG TIME! And are un- reliable offering to say nothing of the GAS HOG unproven G 70, & RDX not worth mentioning. Z Best of the BEST F Sport 450h+ !

[@EverydayReviews2022]

All the PHEVs currently are only made in Japan. Canada does everything else but not PHEV at this time. Great comment !

[@paull7937]

I live in Ontario and they said waiting time is 3 years

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Same here in BC.

[@user-iz3gv5vo6b]

Just goes to show how dumb GM was for not continuing with and improving the Chevy Volt.

[@legendmanbilly69]

Got my second prime SE yesterday. Sold the first one to Carvana for more than we paid after driving it for one and half year with 16k miles. Got it with $3k dealer add ons. Which I wanted anyway. The diamond ceramic coating with seven years guaranteed. I do like the the 2022 more than the 2021. I like the lit up switches and led interior lighting. Also the new headlights.

[@tomchan2559]

I wonder why people are waiting for two years and still got nothing in Toronto and you tell me you got your second one.

[@ellellbee]

@@tomchan2559 Good point.

[@seymorefact4333]

🇺🇸 I wish i can find one. When I do, it's over $55k usd.

[@michaelburton]

I found some in Chicago used for 70k $$ 🤣🤣🤣

[@jd5179]

BeSt YoU cAn BuY- yeah if its available. Even if its available- dealerships wants at least $10k markups here in Bay Area cali.

[@kurtpenner2362]

I'm the perfect customer for this car, but Manitoba dealers have only received about 5 of these since 2021. I don't want to sit on a waiting list with a deposit only to not get one anyways. And of course we have no provincial rebates here. Looking elsewhere.

[@ellellbee]

I am in BC and have one on order. No deposit at all. Dealers don't need a deposit as they know if it arrives and I say I don't want it, it will sell in a heartbeat.

[@PostprandialTorpor]

Where have you been: they are doing both $5-10k surcharge markup in addition to 3-6k in forced add ons

[@candid9100]

It’s ridiculous. You can’t get one and when you do they jack the price. TOYOTA called me saying they had one in stock and quoted me $69k - I laughed and said no thank you. You have to be an idiot to pay 15k over MSRP. I have a lot better thinks I can do with $15k

[@mattcummins4312]

What? It rains in Vancouver? Lol….🤣

[@seanhartel5362]

Maybe change the title to best Hybrid, not EV.

[@Slickpete83]

*with a +2 year wait time and dealer mark ups , who cares if its the best if you can't get it,next.......*

[@jamesshomesolarmore2223]

the rav4 prime is far from a good ev. First Toyota doesn't make enough of them. second dealers are marking up the prices. you are much better off getting the Ford Escape plugin hybrid. It is being made in much larger numbers and wait times are much lower. plus none of the dealers are doing the dealer markup. Toyota dealerships are making a killing off of marking up this car.