2022 Toyota RAV4 PRIME SE - (Full Review On This AWESOME PHEV)

[@brianruperti]

Hey everyone! So I finally got my hands on the 2022 RAV4 PRIME SE!!! This video is for anyone in the market or also people who just bought the vehicle and need a tutorial! Please share it with someone who may benefit! 🔴📖Brochure for 2022 RAV4 PRIME: www.toyota.com/content/ebrochure/2021/rav4prime_ebrochure.pdf Also, here are some related videos that might help! 👇🏼 🔵A simple tip about your smart key! ↙️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYjQo2SMhbprmdk ⚠️Dead Key fob? Watch this video! ↙️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/paHRgp5-bteXpdk 🟣Crash Course Hybrids!!! ↙️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3fRo3qmerOeb7M

[@johnserra9]

They should delete every other video and just promote yours!! Dude, way to make it easy to watch and super educational at the same time, that’s hard to do. Can’t wait to get mine this week!!!

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for such kind works John! 🙏🏼 Congrats on yours!

[@stephenfiore9960]

Yes, he has a great speaking voice. Not to fast and not to slow.

[@videoanytime]

The best auto review for people seriously interested in the car, I am going to check out mine tomorrow and this video gave me everything I need.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you so much! Plz consider sharing my channel 🙏🏼

[@michelleeunis5389]

Just got my new Rav 4 SE yesterday. Thank you for this introduction. !!!!

[@brianruperti]

My pleasure. Congrats!

[@bryce3956]

I heard it’s very hard to find. Did you have to pay over MSRP and did you order it from the factory?

[@michelleeunis5389]

@@bryce3956 I actually traded my 2020 v6 kia in great condition with only 20 thousand miles. I think that's why I got it. But there was also a red one there too.

[@merica7050]

@@michelleeunis5389 that doesn’t answer the question g unit

[@brunoantony9257]

@@bryce3956 I waited 7 1/2 months for my Prime SE--paid MSRP. You just have to find a dealer that doesn't charge over list price and then get on their waiting list. I don't think you can order directly from the factory.

[@Yashbeatss]

Getting mine next month.. outstanding video of everything I have seen

[@brianruperti]

Congrats!!! And thanks 🙏🏼

[@22morse77]

Dude….in a word: SKILLS! Brian is well spoken, a professional communicator. His review is thorough and informative. Well done and thank you for this review. I’m going to look for your XSE review now.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏼

[@22morse77]

Of course Brian. You’re doing a great job. I went out this afternoon to test drive the model you reviewed. Thought I was buying the vehicle until the salesman came back with a purchase sheet adding a 5K « market adjustment » to the total. I was willing to meet the dealership half way yet they let me walk. Would be interested to hear you comment on this. Thank you

[@AlexBAlixir98]

Brian. Thanks for the in depth review. Love the RAV4 prime. Digging the refreshed headlights. I like the wheels on the SE more than the XSE.

[@brianruperti]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching, Alex. They are really nice wheels even better in person.

[@rattmann3170]

Awesome vehicle. They have really evolved over the years. When the RAV4 first came out in the 90's it was a bare bones no nonsense low cost small SUV. Who ever thought that some day you'd have to be wealthy or in debt to afford one? If you can even get one.

[@Spaceboy967]

Thanks to you! I just ordered mine this morning! Same trim and color!

[@brianruperti]

Nice congrats! Made my day 😎

[@jonguitarman2003]

I like the Prime stuff. Sometimes I’ll be in an area where I won’t have electric hookups. It’s nice to have either both features.

[@brianruperti]

That’s my fav feature of the car

[@phudson]

Thank you for a such a comprehensive video. You answered several questions we had about our soon-to-arrive XSE and now we have questions to ask our dealer when we pick it up.

[@brianruperti]

This made my day to hear!

[@Hundo_Mo]

This video has really sold me on the car. Was on the fence but this level of detail was great!

[@brianruperti]

Thanks I’m so glad! You’ll love it

[@emmexfyv]

I love these videos it's a bit like Marky Mark is explaining the car to me 😁

[@brianruperti]

🤣🤣🤣

[@marksmith4582]

Outstanding quality video Brian! This is one neat SUV for sure! I absolutely like the RAV 4 Prime SE! You have since earned a “dedicated follower”! So informative! Always with full respect for you and your channel as well! Mark in Iowa.

[@brianruperti]

Thanks so much Mark. Sending my love to Iowa!

[@dvk4746]

to the point and useful info. U may talk abt the charging as well.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you

[@chrisc1243]

Hey Brian, I can't believe I'm just seeing this video! I saw your other RAV4 Prime video a while ago & it really helped me make the decision to put a deposit on one. It took four months, but I finally got word a couple weeks ago that my car is on the way! I'm getting an SE, Blueprint, with the weather package! I can't wait! Your videos are great. You know the cars really well, and it comes through that you really enjoy them. Also just realized you're in NY (spied the license plate) - I'm just a little farther upstate so maybe when I upgrade to the XSE I'll come to you!

[@brianruperti]

Hey Chris thanks so much for watching! I appreciate that you enjoyed my videos. Congrats on your car! I’m always here to help any time. I hope you enjoy it!

[@Angelina-fi3pq]

Another great video!!! :)

[@brianruperti]

💘

[@niyi1866]

I'll like to see the new Toyota venza review love the RAV 4 PRIME! especially the wheels.

[@brianruperti]

Venza coming up soon

[@minkman1770]

Very thorough video. However, I would have appreciated info on seat adjustment. I am getting a used 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime SE, so I am very glad for this video. I have looked at many videos on 2022 RAV4 Primes and this is by far the best!

[@brianruperti]

Thank you so much plz consider sharing it 🙏🏼 congrats on your future new car!

[@ROYKN6WBK]

Nice concise presentation! Well said.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you

[@MrGagge67]

Stormtrooper came to my mind when I saw that white colour. Love it though.

[@brianruperti]

White is nice

[@MrGagge67]

@@brianruperti I agree.

[@DanceawayProductions]

Great presentation but I was waiting to see what is under the back floor mats if anything like storage or a spare tire or tire tools provided. Thanks

[@brianruperti]

Thank you! Under the rear area is a tire repair kit and storage for the cord.

[@jlawr4427]

FYI, door jamb says tire pressure should be at 33 psi, not 38.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you

[@barbdavis1894]

Thanks for the great video. I have a deposit on one and it is currently on a ship on its way here. I should have it within 2 weeks I hope. The video was a great intro to the car.

[@brianruperti]

Congrats!

[@RollerCoasterLineProductions]

Gonna nickname you MrToyota - thx for making these videos, really helped me with learning our company’s 21 RAV4 Hybrid

[@brianruperti]

Thanks! I’m always here to help!

[@huskertex]

Really thoroughly reviewed. Great job.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@sanjeevs3161]

Awesome ! Just wondering if it comes with TSS 2.5+ ..?

[@brianruperti]

Thanks! It has TSS 2.0

[@kevinW826]

My father in law has the mitsushitty PHEV. They fill up once a month, they love it. I am thinking of going with a PHEV as my next vehicle because going full EV is not an option for me as the condo corporation won’t allow me to install a charging station in my garage and the company I work for don’t own the building, so the owners won’t install chargers stations either. So I will be stuck using an extension cord in my garage. But that’s fine especially now with gas nearly $2 a litre up here in Ontario.

[@brianruperti]

Extension cord is not recommended!!! ⚠️

[@robertwardwell2244]

Great video Do the mirrors fold for parking or getting into tight spaces

[@brianruperti]

Thank you. They do, but not automatically. Just give them a push.

[@wonderingsemara]

Great review!

[@brianruperti]

Thank you

[@c.c.5472]

Excellent video, you definitely know your stuff, great job!

[@brianruperti]

Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@marcf2895]

Is that a black interior? Or gray?

[@brianruperti]

Black

[@victorcocut528]

A splendid model. Good autonomy and enviable consumption. Here, in my favorite color. All The Best👍

[@brianruperti]

Cheers! 😎

[@MisssBoston]

Does the SE have Wi-Fi capability? And what do you think about adding remote starter if the remote key already has the A/C feature?

[@brianruperti]

It does and I don’t see an issue with it if you want to do that but what’s the point? Unless you want the heat then it makes sense

[@lepierre87]

Great video. Could you please explain in more detail what the Auto EV button does (compare to, say, EV)? Thanks

[@brianruperti]

In Toyotas words: “EV Auto Mode intelligently selects between EV and hybrid driving based on demand and driving conditions to help optimize your efficiency. HV Mode combines the gas engine and electrical power from the HV battery to most efficiently drive RAV4 Prime.” EV just means engine is off. EV auto means it does what’s most optimal at that time. Hope that helps

[@lepierre87]

@@brianruperti Thanks Brian. So - unless I'm missing something - when the battery has some charge, auto EV and EV are the same: the car works on all electric. In EV mode, the car automatically switches to HV when the battery goes down, and presumably auto EV will do the same. So, unless Auto EV behaves differently to EV when there is electrical power available, aren't they just the same?

[@mwerner9459]

If you accelerate hard or climb a steep hill in auto mode, it will use the gas motor temporarily. In ev mode, it will do it's best w ev only.

[@lepierre87]

@@mwerner9459 Oh I see, that's the difference. Thanks for this explanation. Appreciated.

[@kenslea826]

I just paid $7K over MSRP in Chicago. I called and asked if they had a Prime SE and selling it at MSRP and they told me yes for MSRP and Yes one was arriving by the end of the month. I went to put money done that afternoon and they told me it was $7K over MSRP and the person that took the call should not have told me that. I was not a happy camper but considering that these are so hard to find I sucked it up and put in the down payment. The manager was very apologetic. Looking forward to getting this one to join my Tesla Model Y.

[@brianruperti]

I understand the frustration in that misunderstanding. I’m happy you’re able to drive the car you want! You’ll love it.

[@ruslank4028]

Very informative video indeed! Great job! You've mentioned changing some parameters of the car in the settings of the MID menu. I am wondering if I can switch from miles to kilometers, Fahrenheit to Celcius and vice versa depending on which market the vehicle is made for. Is it possible?

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for watching. In the infotainment screen go to: Menu>setup>units

[@chriskelly509]

For the price point it should have fog lights included, didn't know about the secret mute button if you hold the mode button down LOL

[@alysiawong6804]

How come my 22 prime se doesn't have the garage opener like in your video? Also does the Toyota app only show charge status and remote connect for the xse? Thanks for this awesome video!

[@brianruperti]

Your prime may not have the package that includes it, please refer to the brochure. The app will show your charge status. Congrats on the nice car

[@SaidGaforov]

Can you control climate using toyota's remote connect app? Did u try that? Thanks. When gets cold I wonder if we can warm it up from the app.

[@brianruperti]

No you will have to preset it the night before in the truck

[@genedobbins9511]

Hi great video except when you got to the back you didn't indicate if there was a spare tire or just an inflation pack under the floor?

[@brianruperti]

Sorry! It’s a repair kit

[@57chevybeast46]

My favorite feature is if the driver door is open and you put it in gear it puts on the emergency brake so nobody can get ran over, you have to hold the brake down and push the emergency brake button to be able to move.. my grandma got ran over when I was a kid bc she opened her door to see to back up and fell out and it ran her lower body over. She was ok but still I'm a honda man and the new Toyotas have stole me, mom got a rav4 today and my wife is wanting to go order one now.

[@brianruperti]

Hey glad your grandma was ok and welcome to the family

[@minisurfbanana]

Just bought a ruby flare highlander hybrid love the room. But im wishing it had a plug in version for better gas mileage.

[@brianruperti]

Congrats!! We expect it as an option in a few years according to rumors

[@toddbenfield6546]

What’s the 0-60 on EV mode? Nice review👍very thorough. What does the XSE get that the SE doesn’t have

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for watching please enjoy the attached brochure and build info

[@alfontana6242]

We have a 2022 RAV 4 Prime SE now with over 5,800 miles. EV range consistent now with summer 45-55 miles of range. On just the gas engine with a depleted battery 45+ MPG. Most fuel efficient SUV All wheel drive vehicle you can buy. That is why its almost impossible to buy one at MSRP. We lucked out and purchased ours at MSRP, not a penny more.

[@brianruperti]

Nice catch

[@brunoantony9257]

Picking up my '22 Prime SE today--got it for MSRP. Waited 7 1/2 months. Looking forward to that 10k tax credit.

[@travisstacey2602]

Awesome Video! Does the battery charge while driving and switch back and forth on long drives?

[@brianruperti]

Thanks! And yes it does

[@yuriystreltsov994]

Hello Brian. At 2:02 time mark in the trunk can be seen black Toyota bag with red letters. Is it included with the vehicle from Toyota? I did not fond that bag in mine 2022 SE, I purchased a week ago in New Jersey. Thank you.

[@brianruperti]

Hello Yuriy. Some of the cars come with Toyotas first aid kit. That’s what you see.

[@venusela]

Do you know if your gas is low and electric battery is full can you still drive? or do both have to be full?

[@brianruperti]

Great question! I’d imagine the car will keep bouncing between the two until it’s out of fuel.

[@venusela]

@@brianruperti Thank you. Loved the video. I’m not into cars but, yours was truly detailed and spot on that persuaded me to this one. I still subscribed.

[@brianruperti]

@@venusela thanks! Welcome to the channel 😎

[@stephenfiore9960]

For a Prius, Someone told me you always need a little gas in the tank for the electric to work.

[@venusela]

@@stephenfiore9960 Wow Prius is it? because I thought Toyota was the only one with this car that had gas and electric

[@angelalicea4753]

Thanks for the video. Does the back seat can be moved forward and Backward in seat position to have more cargo space with kids seating in the back?

[@brianruperti]

You’re welcome. Back seat can only fold down.

[@joycele9930]

Hi! Does the home link come standard in the SE? I thought it was only in the XSE? Thank you!

[@brianruperti]

Hello! I believe it’s optioned in but plz refer to the brochure in the links down below :-)

[@abbypaulauskas3014]

I notice you went over the remote A/C… does this not have remote start for people that live in colder climates?

[@brianruperti]

The remote start feature depends on if the car is equipped with remote connect

[@bhavjothunjan3524]

I have a question that the moonroof is not included in se right?, what package or how much it costs just to add moonroof in rav4 prime se?

[@brianruperti]

If you refer to the brochure you’ll see there’s only one package for the SE that includes the moonroof. The cost I don’t have for you sorry.

[@angapparajs.p5304]

Hey Brian! Great video! Just one question!! Can we add fog lights in this as after market!? Does that hurt hybrid system!?

[@brianruperti]

Hey thanks! Yes that can be customized and will not hurt the system. It’s pretty custom so call the dealer ahead and inquire.

[@antoniocognato5023]

Brian these are Japan made correct?

[@brianruperti]

Yes

[@agarcia4845]

Hello Brian, great in depth video. Just made me even more excited about purchasing this vehicle. I wanted to ask since your video is more detailed than others I have watched what are the differences if any between the 2023 and 2022 models?

[@brianruperti]

Hey thanks for watching! So far we aren’t getting the 23s yet so waiting to see. I expect very minor changes, if any.

[@PiperLund]

From what I learn the driver info and infotainment system will be completely changed. I would have hoped for that on the 2022 but apparently we will have to wait.

[@marilynnscorner345]

I have a 22 highlander and a 22 fav 4 use hybrid. My highlander has 20s and it looks great and ride great. The rav4s has18s, but I really wish for the Prime, they would have went for the 19s instead.

[@verncarmon7868]

I just got a 2022 SE Prime, so rather the only thing I don't like is the backup camera does not have the steering lines it only has the two parallel lines. My dealer also told me I can't use the fob for remote start, is that right?

[@brianruperti]

Congrats! The fob is used to pre-cool the cabin but the remote starter would require engine to be on which effects the mpg which is why we see just the “AC mode” button

[@verncarmon7868]

@@brianruperti The only reason I bought this SE Prime is because I had a XSE Hybrid with less than 5000 miles that got totaled by someone running a red light. Boy it was tough finding any new car to replace the XSE, I preferred a new car because most used cars are price equal to or higher than a new but with high mileage. The one lucky thing is the insurance paid me about $12,000 more then I paid for the XSE new. It took a couple of months to get this car but my XSE Hybrid has the remote start through "connected services" which is free for one year and I also have a friend that bought a XSE Prime about a week before I got the SE Prime, he says his car has remote start through "connected services" for what Toyota cars a trial period. I'm actually more concerned about the winter time when there is snow and ice on the car, I would like to pre-start the car a few minutes before I try to remove the frozen stuff

[@GH-lw9rc]

I thought the power gate wasn’t available on the SE?

[@brianruperti]

It comes in the convenience package

[@deyan_yosifov]

Hello, Brian, I have one question after watching this video. First, I would like to thank you for the detailed review of the car! I have been watching several of your videos and they are really helpful in terms of showing how-to-s on different features. This is expecially useful in times when people can hardly get to one of these cars even for a test drive. I have already ordered a Rav4 Plug-in which is expected to arrive this summer but I will be able to make a test drive next month as the local Toyota dealership is still waiting for the test car (I drove the regular Hybrid version for test drive before making the order in January). Now to my question. I have notice that the 2022 model has upgraded its USB ports to USB-C which may be seen for both the ports below the arm rest and the ports for the back seats. However, you did not open the USB cover for the main port that is used for Android Auto. Is this Android Auto port USB-C or it is using the old USB-A standard? Thanks again for the information you provide in the video and in its comment section!

[@brianruperti]

Congrats on the car and thank you for checking out my content. For the auto and CarPlay it’s still USB-A. Hope that helps

[@Celion27200]

@@brianruperti Hi, i noticed the moon-roof is manual and only for front seats. i saw another review with motorized opening and double glass roofs for front and rear. is it a specific option ?

[@dranik84]

What is the deal with maintenance? I change oil on my car 3k-5k miles. If I get this Rav4 prime I would be using most electric. Is there any other main maintenance to be done hybrids?

[@brianruperti]

This should help: www.toyota.com/owners/resources/warranty-owners-manuals.rav4-prime.2022

[@mwerner9459]

Maintenance is similar. You should change oil base on miles or time. With a prime, you may hit the time first.

[@cp-chipheo9528]

@@mwerner9459 Thanks M Werner. If the gas engine is hardy ever used or not used at all, do you think oil change be less often than hybrid version?

[@mwerner9459]

@@cp-chipheo9528 It's still a good idea to change the oil every six months. All cars, and Toyotas in particular, let a small amount of gasoline into the oil compartment during operation. Piston rings try to prevent this but aren't 100%. Modern engines are worse in search of efficiency. The gas breaks down the oil over time.

[@mwerner9459]

@@cp-chipheo9528 Maybe if you knew the motor didn't operate at all, you'd be fine. Be aware that the engine is always used during front defrosting, however. It's a VERY complex engine (but hopefully with the usual Toyota reliability). Take care of it.

[@PiperLund]

Thanks for the video!! I'm looking into maybe buying a Rav4 PlugIn (as it's called here in Europe), trying to figure out wether this car is for our family or not. Looking at in on the paper everything looks ok. Test drove it the other day. Check on that too. What really drives the whole experience down for me is the infotainment system and the driver information. Wow it really feels so old school and the screen itself feels really outdated for a 2022 car with a hefty price tag. With that said, it's a really nice car with great efficiancy and a feeling of quality that will last. Can't really decide on what to do right now.

[@brianruperti]

What are you comparing it’s infotainment system to that made you feel it is old school?

[@LuisGonzalez-tr7os]

I just got this car yesterday and was wondering about two things: 1) Does this have remote start? I tried turning it on but it didn't work 2) As someone who's never had a hybrid nor a plug in vehicle, does this notify you when to do the oil change or do we do the old fashion counting miles?

[@brianruperti]

It has auto climate and also will notify you every 5k to bring to service. Please check out the book’s section on pre-cooling and pre-heating the car.

[@LuisGonzalez-tr7os]

@@brianruperti thank you!! In a world where limited info exists on primes, this helps!

[@brianruperti]

@LuisGonzalez-tr7os you’re welcome! Enjoy the new car

[@jpjboi1]

I think I want one for myself now since Tesla is out of my price range right now thanks for this

[@brianruperti]

Solid choice!

[@jpjboi1]

@@brianruperti thing is their out of stock where I’m at in Florida 😩😭😂

[@brianruperti]

@@jpjboi1 /:

[@venusela]

I love how this car is gas and electric

[@brianruperti]

Same!!

[@venusela]

@@brianruperti Do you know if there are any others?

[@brianruperti]

@@venusela Any more of these? Yes we sent another one home today same color.

[@venusela]

@@brianruperti Lol I’m pretty sure, you’re making sales. I was saying is there any competition car that has gas and electric?

[@brianruperti]

@@venusela Oh! Yes. Please enjoy this read: www.caranddriver.com/features/g15377500/plug-in-hybrid-car-suv-vehicles/

[@johnrichards3666]

Can the A/C feature on the fob be used while you're in the car like Tesla's camping mode?

[@brianruperti]

Should work but I don’t have one to test right now

[@johnrichards3666]

That would be a cool feature. Thanks for the quick response. Great channel ... one of the best, actually.

[@brianruperti]

@@johnrichards3666 thank you! 🙏🏼

[@djphilthy78]

GREAT comprehensive video. Truly, the most informative I've seen. One thing I'm trying to figure out - Where, if anywhere, do incandescent bulbs remain on the 2022 r4p? Turn signal indicators? Or are all the bulbs in the car now LEDs? Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you for the support! As far as I am concerned you are 100% LED.

[@mrvang8077]

Very interesting...one thing that I notice toyota paint are cheap they tend to peel and chip when hit by road debreeze.

[@brianruperti]

☹️

[@ken-uj2og]

Hi Brian. Getting or ‘22SE Prime in 3 weeks. I understand wr can use a 220volt household type outlet and it will charge in 4 ish hours. I know it is a special cord required but I cant really find out specifics on this. Any suggestions? Thanks for great video. Well done!!!

[@brianruperti]

Hey thanks for watching! The car actually comes with the cord that you’ll need :-)

[@ken-uj2og]

@@brianruperti thanks. Do I need a different/ additional cord for 220 volt charging?

[@brianruperti]

@@ken-uj2og I don’t believe so. If you upgrade to a new unit it will also come w an additional attached cord though.

[@beastunited]

Hey could you share the exact price and packages for this exact RAV4? Thank you so much.

[@brianruperti]

Car is long gone sorry

[@jpwiegand8135]

Hi Brian. My wife and I are purchasing one of these (ordered through the dealership here in Ohio). This video was the most comprehensive look I've seen - and I've done a lot of looking! I loved that you did the SE specifically. This car (in blue) is the exact vehicle we want. We are trading in her 2007 Cobalt (I'm still driving the 2004 Wrangler). Neither vehicle has any frills (manual door locks, crank windows, stick shift, no Bluetooth - well, I replaced the stock radio in the Jeep and it does). Questions:: If you connect via Car Play (wife) or Assistant (me), would you still need to connect via Bluetooth? If she is connected via Car Play (driving) and we want to listen to podcasts on my phone, I would just connect that via the Bluetooth, right? Again, thanks for such a well-done video. Your camera skills were also excellent (loved when you used your fingers to show the body shape). -j.p.

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for the kind words! Yes whoever you want to get info or media from the phone for, you must be wirelessly connected. It’s only the CarPlay you need a connection for. I hope that helps

[@nartin86]

Hi, if you don't mind me asking. How much do you pay for when you order the rav4 prime?

[@miltonbernal7344]

Hey Brian I have a 2022 rav4 prime SE and I was trying to do something in settings and I accidentally turn off MID, now I can't get it to turn ON, can you help me how to turn it ON? Pls. Go to settings, scroll down you will see MID off and try to turn it on and is impossible , let me know

[@brianruperti]

Try selecting and holding down the select button on the steering wheel. Then try the same for the back button. Please let me know if that helps

[@miltonbernal7344]

@@brianruperti I will try to do that , thanks for the quick response, I let you know

[@brianruperti]

Glad to help!

[@yemail5555]

Really like this car but it is hard to get one right now and need to pay extra above MSRP, maybe 5k+?

[@brianruperti]

It is nice. It’s hard to find. Most dealers (not all) are charging above MSRP

[@lschroeder1947]

Does it have one pedal drive?

[@brianruperti]

Technically the only way to do that would be to use S mode and pick a gear that allows for it

[@stephenfiore9960]

*Excellent video -4 questions Question (1) Does the charging cord that comes with the car only do 120volt , where you would have to buy another cord for the 240 volt charging option????* also Question (2): Can a 6 foot person lye down in back with the seats down with a mattress there??? Question (3). Can you charge the vehicle in the rain without getting shocked when you pull out the plug???? Question (4). Does it have a full size spare tire, or just a tire repair kit??? Thank you*

[@brianruperti]

Thanks! 1.) Not sure on the cord have to do some digging for you. 2.) With the front seats forward it will be a tight fit but can be done. 3.) It’s designed to operate in the rain 4.) The SE we stock here have a spare tire Hope that helps

[@amstaffer]

I called several dealers and they said at least 18 month wait.

[@brianruperti]

That sounds about normal

[@bogart5131]

I hope I can have these car when I arrived in US.... if not, the pathfinder will do

[@brianruperti]

You can have it!

[@DenisIvanov100]

Just paid dealer to be on waiting list. May be in 10 months I see it alive.

[@brianruperti]

Congrats!

[@aryahd8260]

So can I add gas to this car?

[@brianruperti]

Yes

[@jjgreek1]

How’s the road noise?

[@brianruperti]

It’s not bad

[@KABATERAN_79]

The most informative video about model SE 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻. I consider buying this vehicle. What’s the waiting period for this car? When Toyota is going to release on a market Sienna plug-in? Thx 🙏🏻, great video.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you. Waiting period depends on where you buy. Sienna plug in to be determined.

[@KABATERAN_79]

@@brianruperti I just come back from Toyota dealership, we just ordered exactly the same white SE 😍. The only downside is waiting time. 3 to 5 years 😂

[@brianruperti]

@@KABATERAN_79 3-5 years!?!?!?

[@KABATERAN_79]

@@brianruperti i know, it’s crazy 🤯. I think Prime models are made only in Japan… Regular, non hybrid cars made in Canada I could get in one month.

[@brianruperti]

@@KABATERAN_79 That’s amazing I wish you patience!

[@kenslea826]

Nice job selling this car. You did good!

[@brianruperti]

Thanks!

[@Dreamfuture1]

Nice video Sadly no way anywhere to get it. I spent the entire today to get an phev, without a chance. It’s either a minimum of 6 months to a year of waiting. Even for a regular hybrid or the most basic rav4, it’s impossible to get one now. So yes, the rav4 might the best suv on the market, but not available anywhere

[@brianruperti]

I’m sorry to hear that. Where are you located?

[@Dreamfuture1]

@@brianruperti I live in NV. Many people are wanting an hybrid but it’s nearly impossible to get one here. And forget about a phev, since it’s not an option.

[@brianruperti]

@@Dreamfuture1 interesting as in New York we still have access to them

[@Dreamfuture1]

@@brianruperti Really? Well it's a lucky state!

[@brianruperti]

@@Dreamfuture1 🤣🤣 Thanks for the optimism!

[@bassemarmanious8579]

Price!!

[@douglaskaye1395]

Be prepared to pay a ridiculous dealer add on. Rumor has it close to 50k additional in some markets

[@brianruperti]

Price was MSRP of just over $44k

[@brianruperti]

@@mikeatgoogle501 Request any of your local dealers send you a window sticker for info and it will show MSRP on the exact car your looking at.

[@brianruperti]

@@mikeatgoogle501 I did not buy it

[@brianruperti]

@@mikeatgoogle501 Just doing review on it

[@RLTtizME]

LOL...lovely....unfortunately you can't buy one because there aren't any to be had...

[@brianruperti]

Depends on where you are located

[@RLTtizME]

@@brianruperti OK sweetie...tell us where we can buy one. Go.

[@stephenfiore9960]

@@RLTtizME *Toyota website is such a PAIN to use when locating a specific car/suv/truck. It should be so simple, but they make it darn near impossible to locate the car for you. I was looking for a Prius Prime in Florida and when it can’t find one it shows you a regular Prius (non prime for example).*

[@bryce3956]

Would you be able to drive the Rav4 prime without ever having to plug it in?

[@brianruperti]

Yes!

[@jjgreek1]

Be prepared to pay full MSRP +$10,000?

[@brianruperti]

Plus $10k!?!?!? Where???

[@yuriystreltsov994]

@@brianruperti I paid just $4,000 over MSRP in New Jersey.

[@brianruperti]

@@yuriystreltsov994 That’s rough. At least you got an awesome car. I suspect hybrid prices increasing with the fuel prices.

[@jjgreek1]

@@yuriystreltsov994 which one did you get?

[@yuriystreltsov994]

@@jjgreek1 White 2022 Toyota RAV4 PRIME SE , weather package. Great car. Actually, the same as in this video, but no moldings and no crossbars.

[@EvaSlash]

I can't imagine paying over msrp for a rav4. You might as well get a Lexus

[@carlg9881]

Could this car fit a 6"3 tall person

[@brianruperti]

It would be tight. I recommend sitting in one. All my 6’3-6’5 guys have different responses.

[@germainrugaba1451]

Why don't they put better interior colors in prime? Black is very boring.

[@brianruperti]

If I were to guess it’s because the prime series is being advertised as the sportiest version since there only exists the SE or the XSE. I have found that typically on a sportier version of a car, the interior is usually black. That’s my wild guess.

[@01mannyy]

These qualify for the 7500 EV tax credit?

[@brianruperti]

Yes but subject to change to keep an eye out and contact your local dealer