All-New Toyota RAV4 Review - Bigger and Better?

[@andr3000]

Excellent work once again Ciro! This Rav, is like the girl your mom would like you to marry, not very exciting, but extremely reliable, the marriage will last for centuries.

[@crispinswainstonharrison9042]

Just bought the 2.5 AWD VX. No wonder it’s the 5th best selling car in the world. It could be Toyota’s best ever car made .

[@lwazimkhize7361]

Hello and welcome to a video about a car 😂😂

[@SKIKR]

Mating call of a CVT box, give that man a Bells lol!!!

[@nigelnaicker7948]

Love these reviews!! Of cars we can afford! 😀

[@andilemaluleke2054]

What happened to the sound? It's not what I'd call, high definition 😬

[@AyrenJagar]

Got the previous gen with NA 2.0l CVT FWD. Same power. Having owned that, for this price range, I would go for the TIguan. Android auto and Apple carplay is definitely missed. Cooled seats are awesome though. For a long drive, lumbar support + cooled seats + soft steering wheel + turbo engine is what I wish I had in my Rav4. Also, my car's fuel economy is pretty horrendous. 11l to 12l per 100KM average. The old 2.2 diesel VX does have the lumbar support and some other goodies. Nice to see rear aircon vents are added.

[@Braselton21]

8:17 16? NO No no, There are only 6 potential cars around the same price in this AWD/4x4 segment. Mitsubishi Eclipse cross - R450K Nissan X-Trail 4x4 - R461K Subaru Crosstrek S-ES - R464K Renault Koleos AWD - R480K Toyota RAV4 AWD - R508K Subaru Forester S-ES - R509K In my opinion, Subaru's are definitely the best at the moment. Especially with all the safety specs & offroad capability. You could Save 100-150K & "downgrade" to a Suzuki Vitara Allgrip_Renault Duster4x4 or Suzuki Jimny Or You can Spend 100-150k & "Upgrade" to a Tiguan4motion_Mazda CX5AWD or Jeep Compass Trailhawk.

[@greall]

The pricing would be the same here in my country after I convert from ZAR. We'll wait to buy them preowned from Japan or Singapore in a few years when they'll be a whole lot cheaper.

[@MIGerlag]

You could have a base Fortuner for less, sure it won’t be the same spec/equipment level but it’d have a proper gearbox, some actual grunt whilst being more capable off-road all in a more practical and rugged body. It’s a no brainier in my opinion, honestly I’d go as far as saying anyone who buys this RAV-4 over a Fortuner has more money than sense. It’s more of a fashion statement than anything else. The RAV-4 has a lot going for it, it looks great and the interior is top notch but the engine but gearbox combination spoils the entire package.

[@skerminkel9971]

"Looks great" only if you are a die-hard Toyota fan.

[@MIGerlag]

@Sker minkel: It’s purely subjective, remember there are people in this world who bought the Fiat Multipla... There’s a vast range of different opinions out there.

[@howardkerr8174]

Too bad about the "in car" audio, barely audible. The US spec for the RAV4 gives you the almost ubiquitous 2.5 liter 4 cylinder mated to an 8 speed (conventional) automatic transmission. Apparently Toyota uses a CVT in any product that has a 2 liter or SMALLER engine, or has a hybrid powerplant. BTW, testers in the US called the 8 speed "clunky" in operation, so it's a toss-up as to which is better....CVT or 8 speed.

[@philippepeltier142]

Hi from France !! Your content is really cool and interesting.

[@mrsmith5846]

But there is a dual clutch 2.0TFSI Tiguan around.

[@crispinswainstonharrison9042]

What’s it’s resale like ?

[@lunestamedia2]

I honestly watch these videos for the host! Hilarious!

[@Nabihal07]

Please cut off the background music, it's distracting and makes it hard to hear you and to take in the images.

[@mohammadnomanpatel4628]

Would love to see a review of the new Mazda 3 coming to SA next month please..

[@AHMEDMOOSAJI]

Won't all the problems you listed be sorted out with the 2.5 vx It won't have a cvt but rather an 8 speed auto Pretty sure the infotainment will be upgraded as it's the range topper And the 2.5 makes decent power

[@thiagonepomuceno4804]

Yep

[@WimTheInstigator]

2.5 makes 243nm, hardly a noticeable difference.

[@AHMEDMOOSAJI]

@@WimTheInstigator pretty sure that extra tourqe and 35 odd kw more Plus the 8 speed instead of CVT will feel much better than the 2.0 cvt

[@juzzyadams]

infotainment system is standard on all models. the only major difference between this model, GX-R AWD and the 2.5 VX is the engine/transmission, different styling of the front grill, wheel size and auto tailgate.

[@crispinswainstonharrison9042]

Just bought the 2.5 VX. Great great car.

[@mantintsohi4112]

Off-road capability?

[@nombulelongubane8666]

Which year this car

[@brucekendall52]

A wonderful looking car and everything going for it except:The cvt has got to be todays automotive blunder of epic proportions.Thks for the video.

[@mokgethilesang9844]

Where can i find its computer box?

[@motheolebelo]

Awesome review Rather unfortunate that we won't be getting the diesel version and i actually don't understand why Toyota is not bringing that version as their diesel version are doing well in with being reliable.

[@stevenwreyford4570]

Nice review... "less than 20,000 more...."??? I get what you were saying :)

[@nikitasokopo3250]

Hi. Does anyone know if it’s possible to get Apple CarPlay retrofitted in the 2019 RAV4? No luck at my local Toyota dealership

[@ryantherock7664]

Big mistake with the cvt...no diesel option is a poor choice...this 2L engine is also underpowered...its kia sportage or mazda cx5 i go

[@imran1939]

the cvt transmission is why I didn't opt for a honda hrv either. I hate those droning noises of the cvt's… my spending limit is R400k so this rav has some nice rugged looks but doesn't really do it... besides the base and mid spec model don't look as good up front.

[@francois2711]

what did you go for? I have same budget and currently drive a Freelander 2 which I love.

[@mwafulirwa1]

is there any manul transmission in the entry level models?

[@theolinchetty2603]

yes for base 2.0 GX

[@imatanyani]

I feel like I'm looking Jeep Cherokee from the outside

[@a.2169]

I am excited about this RAV4... definitely a step up from the preceding.

[@Gaoza100]

No diesel for SA, really??? They have lost the plot there...for me thats a 👎

[@altGoolam]

Why don't we get hybrids in SA?

[@PierreBez1]

Ahhh how the times have changed glad that the Hybrid is in SA is it at all possible to revisit this review with a Hybrid?

[@SDav21]

Who would buy this over a Mazda CX5? The CX5 looks better, has better interior quality, better engines and waaay better gearboxes. Without a diesel this does not work.

[@TehMr]

The CX-5 strikes a good balance of flowing bulbous shape with minimalistic appointments. A good looking car, one can only imagine how much better it'd feel/look using higher end materials and steel.

[@angrysocialjusticewarrior]

Or why not ditch SUV's entirely and buy a high performance sedan?

[@SDav21]

@@TehMr The CX5 has good materials though. It's very impressive. Better than that in a Tiguan. And Mazda offers a normal auto yet still manages to get great fuel economy. I just don't get what toyota's excuse for the stupid cvt is.

[@TehMr]

@@SDav21 the CX-5 would feel far better with thick insulation and higher strength steel for rigidity.I agree its a looker inside with premium feel materials

[@SDav21]

@@TehMr But it also got a 5 star safety rating. So it has good steels.

[@silviupan]

Too bad Toyota released such a beautiful, spacious car with so bad performance. To make it worse, you have to pay A LOT more for the better engine. Guess performance is the price to pay for reliability. Also, I don t think the fuel economy is that great either.

[@ngakamogga]

this RAV4 looks like a VOLVO,i thought it was my eyes but i see a lot of volvo body kit and the interior is more like the new vw toureg R LINE

[@iMitsubishiZA]

Another great looking car ruined by CVT. Off to the competitors i go.

[@bijosn]

The 2.5 is a regular automatic but 8 speed

[@thebemoagi4612]

I find it intriguing the new Toyota Rav4, I pretty much like the facelift though but that doesn't compliment what's inside the bonnet. The interior looks marvelous to say that, I really think Toyota has Up its game there. The facia though looks weird I don't like the orange color on the facia. All black or grey or maybe even charcoal would've been a smart move. I just hope that Toyota didn't use the cheap plastic this time I really don't like that. Furthermore the boot space I'm kind of impressed with it. Toyota though has got the CVT gearbox as their flagship and I don't appreciate the sound of the gearbox if I could still hear in on the video. Though the car is Good and I would consider one of those given the fact that plus-minus 7l/100km if that's what Toyota claims on paper. But I don't go with the anecdotal I believe on proven facts.

[@ghaliedcassiem3808]

Love the rav4 have a 2006 w 140000km. Reason for low kms working in t Middle East so it basically only really drives wen we cme hme once a year. This new shape doesn’t win me over . As usual great video not sure about t car.

[@kopanodibakwane5302]

"The mating call of a gearbox"...😂😂😂😂

[@gwgillham]

NO ! Was forced to drive one from Joburg to Cape Town and ... no no no. When trying to overtake the gearbox feels like it wants to jump out and run away. I have a business driving people's cars to their holiday destinations and back. I think in future, RAV4's will cost double. The engine feels perky UNTIL you want to overtake. The gearbox stuffs everything up. Beautiful car, destroyed by a lethargic gearbox

[@bijosn]

Was that a 2l cvt or the 2.5 auto?

[@iMitsubishiZA]

Really, only the X-Trail and Forester. Would rather look at the Tiguan, CX-5, Peugeot 3008, Hyundai Tuscan and even the Haval H6 before having to listen to the drone of a CVT, especially when laden with people and stuff.

[@suvirmaharaj3174]

The new TOYOTA RAV4 is a amazing looking suv it is best suv 😎

[@leadinstigator1992]

No thoughts on comparing with Fortuner? I.e. is the size difference worth it? No comment on AWD system? Ughhhhhhhhh

[@gouveiaivanbrito6630]

A review on the new Renault Koleos pls

[@msj7593]

How many seater

[@crispinswainstonharrison9042]

5

[@tiaanduplessis8736]

Hybrid in Rav is Coming to SA in this year .

[@irfaan64]

Oh shiyit up. The CVT gearbox is amazing.

[@charlestrum]

No diesel??

[@duncanjacobs402]

This video was made in Paarl 😭 my hometown 🥺✨❤️

[@thabo9218]

5 Stars

[@anitamohan9099]

Mahindra XUV500! Indian Power!!

[@worrywart1311]

And LOUDER.

[@mphomothle5430]

CVT mating call 😂😂😂

[@CSP2023]

Looks like a ford edge and a ford kuga

[@yashinlallchander]

I really considered this as my next vehicle and had high hopes but the engine, gearbox and infotainment system has let the car down and sadly I will have to give it a skip. I would consider the Opel Grand Land X, Mazda CX5, Tiguan or Subaru (2018 version) over it. Love this guys reviews though.

[@skerminkel9971]

Indeed. A R580k car really must have something better than a 90's radio with a CD player and a bigger screen.

[@chrisk4709]

@@skerminkel9971 Actually, this model is R508k, and the 2.5L top spec it R577k

[@skerminkel9971]

OK. I heard wrong from the review. Doesn't change the principle, though.

[@pauljansen6650]

And its really cheap plastic everywhere

[@rivoningo]

Man such a beautiful car!

[@AltaSonata]

Oh no, shame SA gets a VCT. In other markets we are getting 8-speed automaitics

[@Hello-Mr-DJ]

Mazda CX-5 it is then

[@bijosn]

Cx5 is only a 2L and the engine is heavily throttled

[@JD-yz5gg]

Why does SA get all the crap models? No diesel no hybrid.

[@SDav21]

Toyota is no longer making diesel passenger cars. There will no longer be a diesel in anything other than the fortuner and hilux. People with previous gen diesels should hold on to them tight because they will become collectors items.

[@AltaSonata]

@@SDav21 agree. Diesels today are what CD's were 20 yrs ago. (except for heavy, long distance truck/lorries)

[@SAKHIWEMARKPIKE]

the front looks like a tacoma , one of the things i hate about toyota. always make cars out of other designs

[@robvanza]

Nope, thank you! I'll rather spend R300K on a an overpriced 2007 Prado with 140K km's on it knowing that I can go from Pretoria over the Lesotho mountains down to Bedra's dorp with all the same comforts. I also know that I will reach my destination without breaking a sweat! I like the design but I don't feel it's worth that kind of money!

[@sithembisoncanana]

🤣mating call of the CBT gearbox

[@SDav21]

Toyota is utter garbage. They don't give you the technology. They don't give you the power trains. You get old technology and super outdated engines and the it costs the same as vastly better rivals. All its sales tells me is that Toyota has a good marketing department and some pretty uninformed fans and owners. You'd literally be crazy to buy this over literally anything else in the segment. Even the Chinese gives you turbo charging with the Haval. Toyota has lost the plot and consumers should talk with their wallets. Mazda, VW etc. Literally ANYTHING else is better than this. 203nm? Lol. It can barely pull itself.

[@WimTheInstigator]

Agreed, I get 340nm from my 1.75L hatchback. This thing is horrible, yet it will outsell my car by the 100's :(

[@angrysocialjusticewarrior]

At least it will be a low theft risk because you would be able to catch up to the hijackers on foot.

[@DavetheCarGuy]

@@WimTheInstigator Giulietta QV?

[@WimTheInstigator]

@@DavetheCarGuy Yep

[@mziwendukuntsele671]

@@angrysocialjusticewarrior Lol

[@jandrekroese7680]

Just me or does Ciro look high in the thumbnail? LoL

[@catchawakeup6411]

Whoever developed and implemented CVT gearboxes must get kicked in their nuts!!

[@DROLTMANN]

The Tiguan is much better off road than anyone wants to give it credit for. Definitely a prettier car than the RAV.... 😈😂

[@anthonytromp6265]

The Tiguan will be at the end of its rope after 80.000km The Toyota will only be running in.

[@mosesmaseko1501]

That awkward moment you meet a very beautiful sexy lady that has no brains... Toyota failed the Rav4 via performance

[@angrysocialjusticewarrior]

Well it's a Toyota. Did you expect anything that isn't mediocre?

[@angrysocialjusticewarrior]

@Maheshan GovenderEven cars that are not designed for motorsports have no excuse for being so weak and under powered if the sticker price is so high. The corolla forgivable for being slow because it was properly priced as an economy car. Now if you are going to ask 3-series money for a corolla, that Corolla better be at 3 series levels of performance and luxury. The land cruiser is properly priced for what it is because very few street legal vehicles can match it in offroading and traveling across Africa.

[@t.fleepile6164]

I love your reviews but please drive less and actually take us through the car, stop open the doors and boot while giving us all the information and because you love driving so much drive when you are done telling us about the car please

[@bhekigiven6477]

To be honest I don't like the new one I prefer the 2016/17 I saw this new one I think it was the entry level it is bad shame compared to its competitors just look at the CX-5 , Tucson , Kuga and Tiguan they are prettier than this one

[@sakit17]

Renault Koleos please

[@shanebarker30]

Ford and Hyundai has a sibling

[@saschaglobisch2598]

This car has definitely no comfortable seats for long distance the automatic transmission sucs and the engine sounds like a petrol lawnmower. Average consumption is 8.7 so not the best

[@bijosn]

The 2l cvt or the 2.5L

[@stendecstretcher4983]

Go for the Kia Sportage.

[@crispinswainstonharrison9042]

Why?

[@mvunipulengderrick]

Good very soon there will stop producing Diesel cars so be mindful when you go for a diesel car pollution

[@endii_terminal8821]

Mating call of a CVT🤣🤣🤣

[@abulelekufa7898]

The only problem I have with this car is that they fail the Moose Test

[@mziwendukuntsele671]

I didn't know that!

[@leejansen331]

Nooo thank you. 😀

[@leoncoetzee9426]

580k dis fokken belaglik

[@angrysocialjusticewarrior]

Even the new Corolla hatch with a lousy 1.2l engine is almost R400k, Toyota is smoking some serious drugs these days.

[@mazwizwane9930]

Looks more like a Tacoma

[@9munster]

500k? LOL

[@rodneyemmerich8828]

The minute you said CVT I stopped watching .

[@mixoshiburi]

This seems to be the highest spec model. It's expensive and ugly. Saw one of the road today, it's even worse in real life. Here's to few more years with yet another ugly Toyota.

[@_.D.T._]

Its an utterly ugly looking under power car...mazda cx 5 and tiguan are the best!!! Even x-trail looks a lot better than this.....if this didnt have a toyota badge, it would have not been able to sell a single unit..I promise!

[@catchawakeup6411]

Best looking Toyota out there!!!

[@iamkhanyasakawuli]

😂

[@saudabrahams]

Looks like the bastard child of Hyundai and a Ford

[@chrismabhikwa254]

This new Rav 4 is probably the worst looking Rav 4 ever built

[@L77yma]

It looks like it was designed by a 10 year old.

[@SuperMacmac74]

Another fugly Toyota