2023 Toyota RAV4 Adventure Review | Let's Go on an Adventure

[@kota11334]

No matter. What homeboy says, its the most reliable small suv out there. And the resale value is astronomically high. That alone says it all 😮

[@nomadchad8243]

The fact he wants a turbo suggests he doesn't understand the RAV4 demographic.

[@larryschlutt7211]

Turbo is the last thing the rav 4 needs. Turbo shortens the life of any engine because it works the engine harder. A v6 would be a better option.

[@Jen.E]

💯 % Unfortunately, they're not putting in V6 in many cars anymore. 😕

[@MARTINRIGGSS]

The Tacoma doesn’t even have a V6. Very unlikely the Rav 4 will get one. The future for this car is likely turbo.

[@cerwilliamyatesjr71]

Large trucks use turbos and they easily go a million miles LOL.

[@sptrader6316]

I had a 2021 Rav4 (XLE gas) from new, did a "more than proper" break-in period. Several oil changes (before the recommended 10k). That engine was smooth, quiet and very quick. I could pass 18 wheelers in just a few seconds, I had to watch my speed because I would be going faster than expected. My point is, do a proper break-in like I did. 1st oil change at 1200mi, 2nd at 4200, 3erd at 8200 and every 4k after that. By 10k miles, it's a different engine and a blast to drive, 38mpg hiwy, I didn't need a turbo.

[@jvanoudenhove]

Old response here - but this kinda scares me if I were to ever buy used. Almost makes me feel like any RAV4 that didn’t have that ^^^ type of maintenance is tainted. Let me know any opinions, because idk if I can afford 2024 prices right now lol

[@it1988a]

The real adventure is trying to make the outrageous monthly payments

[@LuisRivera-qq2oq]

How much and how long?

[@tonythompson9709]

​@@LuisRivera-qq2oqtake the MSRP and divide it over the term. There is your bottom dollar monthly, before taxes, rates, etc.

[@mrjv750li]

Prob 700​@@LuisRivera-qq2oq

[@keithmusaeus127]

This guy doesn’t know much about engines

[@coolcid8888]

This is so true

[@user-ec6ej4dp6t]

Hybrid can only towe 1700 pounds. Adventure can towe 3500 pounds.

[@TonkaFire2019]

Rather have a naturally aspirated vehicle over turbo. Just drove a new tundra and didn't care for the massive turbo lag.

[@TravisCyprien]

Tell Toyota bring back the 3.5L V6 and I will buy a newer RAV4 otherwise I will stick with the 2012 RAV4 with the V6. Can’t stand the Prime or the Hybrid model.

[@lukesmith981]

That’s what I’m waiting for lol. Not so hard to put a Tacoma v6 or a 4.6 V8 in a rav4.

[@TravisCyprien]

@@lukesmith981 go and test drive a 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited with the V6. There are so many of them still on the road. I have been wanting one since 2009. I was mad when the 2013 model came out and Toyota Discontinued putting the V6 in the RAV4.

[@mrmarin708]

One of the greatest appeals is and suv that it's base model can get 30+ mpg

[@sabbazaki7834]

I have a 2010 rav 4 limited and it’s still running never had and problems normal maintenance as usual for any car . I love it !!! They are so reliable . Love Toyota general , their resale value is very good .

[@Shambles7698]

I really love this RAV4 look beautiful and rugged👌

[@rangerryda8218]

How exactly is the 2.5l I4 a "bad engine"? Please explain....

[@charlieibkiss4068]

Why the heck would want a turbo on four cylinder engine? all that does is wear and tear on your engine faster. You don't need a Turbo on such a small engine.

[@tjr_rvls9716]

Agreed!

[@billz4795]

Ok - I thought this was a review of the Adventure - All I got was a exterior color,/grill, interior color, wheels, larger screen. Is that it ?

[@paulm6481]

Man can someone tell him how to dress for work?

[@stevestrawmatt4738]

I got one as a loaner and we had a snow storm, sure not the smoothest car but is a beast in deep snow and good on gas

[@JWbabyshark]

I hope they don't put a turbo into this SUV. Turbo puts more pressure on engine components and the liability and longevity will suffer because of it.

[@PRIZM_LOCK]

Agree, no one really knows how a turbo motor works...and if you are familiar with turbo cars, the motor/turbos always goes to shit first!

[@samantha5600]

I learned that the hard way when I bought my volvo V60 T5 at 20k I had the engine crap itself and had carbon throughout the system. Luckily I had a warranty

[@dgionet2998]

How is he going to not discuss the highest rated towing out of any 2.5 liter engine? 3500 lbs? Seems like he forgot to adventure in the adventure...

[@FreddyFermin]

Most honest and funny rav4 review ever 😂

[@alvie2139]

Pauly Shore ?

[@LarryHawkMusic]

The 2.5 L has been around for a long time and is a proven super reliable engine. No turbo please

[@indaydongtv5139]

i realy love my 2023 trd off road rav4 😍😍😍

[@rcDoom]

Used to be, the electric motors helped the gas motor. Now the gas motor helps the electric motors

[@nomadchad8243]

Toyota has been forced by emissions to now have turbos. 2024 might be the last year for a reliable na engine.

[@plutohad9417]

Rick Astley moved to be cars reviewer... :)

[@alang4033]

Great review. I currently have a 2019 Camry and plan to upgrade to a larger vehicle when the time comes and I am leaning towards a Rav4

[@DannyFyffe]

Axel, I wondered what happened to you when your show ended. Do you still keep in contact with Sue and Brick? Good times man.

[@Central-Scrutinizer]

Power liftgate does NOT belong on a camping vehicle: you'll be opening and closing the hatch 50 times a day at the camp site. No tiny coke-addicted turbo hamster engines, please.

[@Jeep4X]

You don’t want turbo. Reliability goes out the window. I have a 2021 Trail (Canadian Adventure). The 2.5 is a good engine and powerful enough. No to turbo. Put it in sport mode.

[@WeiChen-sy9pz]

touchscreen is not working well?

[@stefslyfe]

FYI the tailgate arms stop working after about 3000 up downs. Doesn’t seem like a lot but if you’re in and out a lot and use it the way I do you’ll be on the hook for about $1100 to have Toyota replace them. There’s also a well known issue with the hinges on those breaking and causing the door to not close properly so I’d opt for the manual tailgate if possible over the electric. And I own one so I’m not just shooting from the hip.

[@naveenthemachine]

Cliff I think we including you would honestly rather get a crv or Tuscon or sportage or cx50. Because unlike the rav4, those alternatives are ACTUALLY competitive and worthwhile and they do everything better In the rav4 Fit / finish lags behind all the competition and that engine is awful. Their 3.5L v6 is far superior to this The TNGA k platform is great but let’s be honest. Hondas platform is better in every aspect

[@BTC909]

TNGA always leads to cramped interiors. Wow that infotainment is a pile.

[@johnpalmer4996]

Toyota says change the oil every 10,000 miles ( even the first one !) and they claim the Adventure and several other Rav 4's can tow 3500 pounds. I don't trust Toyota when they say that. I look how stout my minivan is compared to the RAV4, the minivan has 276 HP and 250 pounds of torgue and can only tow 3500 pounds like the Rav 4 ? give me a break ! I tow a boat/motor and trailer rig that weighs 2800 pounds and I look at the Rav 4 and say no way it can tow that. Lets put it this way, people can tow 5000 pound campers with minivans, you think the Rav 4 can ? Go on You Tube and see minivans towing big campers with ease.

[@victorkrottner3818]

roof is two inches too low, the visibility is terrible and the ride is that of a cramped rough truck.

[@billyrock8305]

Topgun #1. ✅

[@chrisb9478]

Great vehicle, but I’d probably just get a Subaru Forester. 😁

[@billandersen1389]

We’re looking at the same choice. What factors are influencing your decision toward the Forester (we’re considering the Wilderness trim)?

[@chrisb9478]

@@billandersen1389 We’ve had 7 Subarus. I just like the way they drive with the low gravity boxer engine and the awd system is great in rain & snow. Noticeably better than most Awd systems. And I’ve found with maintenance, they are just as reliable as Hondas & Toyotas I’ve owned. Plus their prices are reasonable.

[@taydriver5199]

@@billandersen1389 Which one did you end up going with?

[@billandersen1389]

We ended up with a RAV4 hybrid XSE. We tried the Forester Wilderness, the CR-V, and the RAV4. We wanted a hybrid and as it turns out the RAV4 had the best acceleration - we live at 7000 feet altitude and the electrics don’t care about thin air.

[@tjr_rvls9716]

It’s a RAV4. What were your expectations? He clearly recorded this to trash it 👎🏼

[@sunnygirl9691]

Not expensive?? These are pushing 50 K.

[@user-kj8iz6uj4q]

Build 1 from the dealership, it comes out waaaay cheaper... 2 months wait but mine cost 35.5

[@CCC-AUSTX]

Horrible review!

[@johntome8327]

Horrible review this guy's obviously biased