Don't Buy a Honda CR-V or Toyota Rav-4 Before Watching This

Honda CR-V vs Toyota Rav-4, Which is Better, DIY and car review Scotty Kilmer. Car comparison. Who makes the best compact SUV. Toyota Rav4 vs Honda Crv. Toyota Rav4 review. Honda Cr-v review. Is Honda better than Toyota? Are Honda CR-Vs reliable cars? Are Honda CR-V's worth buying? Are Toyota Rav4s good SUVs? Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 53 years.
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[@kingcraven8056]

I like the Gen 3 v6 with a 5spd. Used to be the fastest car Toyota produced for a few years running and it was bullet proof. Its still not bad and they make a great daily because they aren't that big yet they have some snap.

[@shantefrancess5174]

Good video! Please grow out your beard Scotty!!

[@XxdjforrestxX]

We need more of these of reliable years for different cars

[@R-Mc]

Where's the best place to buy a 2000 chevy astro hood

[@StephenEClarke]

Hi @ScottyKilmer , which used Honda CRV/model 2008 or used Toyota RAV4/model 2008 would you recommend I buy?

[@davep7296]

We bought a new CRV in 2003 with the thought of driving it until it wouldn't run any longer. 18 years and 360K miles later we still have it. It just won't die!

[@namvet1968]

Good info. Thinking about buying a new CRV.

[@danr2513]

I think you cannot go wrong with picking either.

[@73av8r5]

@@namvet1968 Check out the CX5.

[@robmalcolm8042]

@@pleco101 same for Hyundai and toyota. And mazda. Definitely stick with a naturally aspirated have a 2021 Tucson that's naturally aspirated GDI. Glad there wasn't a forced turbo option I believe they took off that option for a few years which was smart.

[@clhart8405]

@@robmalcolm8042 Oh no, you couldn't give me a Hyundai. Had one years ago. Worst car I ever had. I was so happy when it was totaled in a wreck. Horrible transmission, windows fell off the tracks, catalytic converters burnt up.

[@aaronwalls9301]

my ‘02 CRV has 447,600 miles on the clock and shows no signs of stopping anytime soon, definitely a crv fan for life

[@gabesmith922]

Just bought an 03 crv with 250k and rides like new

[@JusMo777]

💯💯💯

[@nmcalmond]

I have an 02 I bought with 34k on it 5 years ago. I only have about 64k on it now and plan to keep it as long as possible. Best $8k I ever spent 🙂

[@blackdandelion5549]

Very excited to hear that as a early 2000's model owner myself. I am 178,000 miles and no major fixes yet. Bought it when it was traded in by the previous own who brought the car in for EVERYTHING the dealership suggested and gave me all the paperwork. . . .my mechanic couldn't believed that the previous owner did everything at the exact mileage and paid the dealership to do it.

[@lvendemo]

Mine is a 03 with 245,000 miles. The engine runs great but needs rear shocks. When you get repairs, do you get Honda parts or aftermarket? Also do you use a vehicle protection coverage like car shield? I've had to replace the AC two times in the last 10 years and a few other parts (catalytic converter). Really love my CRV but thinking about looking for a 2016.

[@gytisbl]

Scotty's reviews for used CRV's and RAV4's start at: <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="474">7:54</a> RAV4. Summary: best years 2017-2018, least reliable years: 2001, 2002, 2007, 2008. <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="533">8:53</a> CRV. Summary: best years 2005, 2006, 2016. Least reliable years: 2007-2011.

[@vol84eng]

We have two 2010 CRVs and both have had air compressor issues.

[@rogersmoot6194]

Why didn't Scotty mention how good CRV's are after 2016? He said RAV4's best years are 2017-2018!! We know CRV's more recently went to CVT's which many mechanics and customers do not like due to reliability issues.

[@fallguy4209]

@@rogersmoot6194 the Toyota ecvt in the rav4 technically is not a cvt. It uses gears and a planetary gear. Not bands or chains. It has been bullet proof. All lasting 200,000 miles. Toyota makes the best unit.

[@bfb513]

That's the data I wanted for my notes - 👍 thank you

[@FDDFGGSHORTS]

I have SRV 2009 facelifit. Running great

[@Katie-xu5lo]

My first car was a 2001 Honda CR-V I bought in 2014 off an older woman who had used it for church and groceries. In 2014, it only had 25k miles on it. I loved that car and took pride in taking care of it and would receive compliments about how well it was maintained whenever I got my oil changed or needed a new part or just by strangers at the gas station. Anyways, last month, someone was driving on the wrong side of the road and crashed into my car. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but my suspension was trashed. My beloved car is now in the junkyard in the sky. I'm close to purchasing a new vehicle, hoping for a 2013 CR-V. It's my first time interacting with a dealership so I've been researching up a storm. All this to say I HAD A PICNIC TABLE IN THE BACK OF MY CAR FOR 6 YEARS AND NO ONE TOLD ME?!

[@NilaL]

I figured out I had a picnic table several months ago after 5 years. You're not alone lol.

[@itsallrobbish]

LOL, very useful. Some of them had a showers in the back!!

[@613Bello]

I also had no idea about it

[@GoldenPalm24]

Insane !

[@rickcarreiro5790]

I have a 2008 CR-V EX-L 212K but I change the oil every 3K as it burns a qt over 4-5 K. Overall a very good car but a stiffer somewhat road noisy SUV. Had AC fans replaced and AC better now. Slightly harder start in very hot weather >105°F but heard possibly need valves adjusted precisely. Still great vehicle overall!

[@DrumeRGray]

My wife has had her 2016 CR-V EX-L for 2 years and she absolutely loves it.

[@Voiceovertehe]

My 06 Crv has 260k miles and runs strong 💪🏼

[@gregpeterman1102]

My 91 CRX has never broke down has 475,000 miles, runs good as new.

[@calvintran8691]

how come? you bought the CRV before watching this? 'stupid` you know :)

[@stuttgartgrad]

We bought our 2001 RAV4 in 2001 and I am still driving it. This has been my favorite vehicle by far! I love the small size, the great turning radius, the ability to take out the seats and use it like a truck. It fits in compact car spaces, too. I will be very sad when it no longer works and I have to get another vehicle. I will drive it until that happens.

[@___Karma__]

When something breaks just fix it...when the engine/trans goes after 400/500k+ miles just rebuild it...and drive it for another 30 years with no car payment. its cheaper to just fix it and keep enjoying it rather than buying another one if you like the vehicle. Besides life is easier with no car payments😊

[@luimobilefixes5279]

That's great Hellen 👍 Let me know when you want to sell it lol

[@joshuarodrique2096]

I love my 2001 RAV4 too. Mine has 210,000 miles. I agree with all your points, except the turn radius. Mine seems like it has the turn radius of a dump truck! Just not that great when a tiny car can only turn a few feet tighter than full size Honda Odyssey.

[@WMarsh-ev7vy]

Good to hear. Going to hopefully buy a 2001 RAV4 AWD with 185k miles tomorrow.

[@luimobilefixes5279]

@@WMarsh-ev7vy may I ask how much? I would think $3500-4500 my guess If the body is good to 👍

[@carson3149]

My 2007 Honda CR-V has 401k miles on it so I can confidently say that this thing is indestructible. Although the air-conditioning hasn't worked for years and I've experienced the door lock issues and it drinks oil like it's nobody's business but the thing still runs which is all that matters to me.

[@barryestell6324]

Change the " Cabin Filter "

[@Ceez542]

Air conditioning doesn't work more likely because of the air compressor. That's usually what goes wrong in the CR-V

[@robmoore7378]

I got a 2007 crv too. 171,000 miles on it with back door locking issues.

[@michaelbeerbados3291]

try " maintenance" and "replacing worn parts"...see how that goes for you

[@carson3149]

@@michaelbeerbados3291 How else do you think it's gotten to over 401k miles. By this point nearly half the car is probably new parts (besides the engine).

[@SuperSutterfield]

I just bought a 2019 CRV!! I’m so excited! Can’t wait to be out driving it!

[@canadude6401]

My wife said she wanted to buy a GM SUV. She is now my ex wife.

[@ccccen]

She bought it and took off? LOL

[@frankjankovich3512]

No, she’s just a smart gal!

[@ccccen]

@@frankjankovich3512 You're the one who has to think as to why she left, let go of some of the machismo bro and get her back. :)

[@angellicab3593]

lol 😆

[@calvintran8691]

did you move in with Scott?

[@Lou-wizzeye]

Hi Scotty , I just bought my wife a 2018 RAV 4 AWD as we live by the snow belt area in Central Ontario, Canada.. Based my decision on your expertise in the many informative videos from an honest mechanic…. You are a very rare breed 🤙

[@patrickkelly5198]

When we looked at our first SUV purchase in 2003, the CRV was our preferred choice over the RAV 4 due to the longer wheel base and more stable ride. Really happy with our choice - super reliable, tight turning radius, lots of room (full size spare is on the outside). Only downside is that it has been noisy on highway road trips, which was a widespread issue for Honda's in general for many years. So in 2012, when we needed to retire an old vehicle, we found ourselves comparing the two vehicles again, and picked the RAV4 that time. Toyota had extended their wheelbase, and it was definately the quieter highway ride. That was the last year that Toyota kept the full size spare on the back and it still had a "boxy" rear end, so still lots of room inside. We still drive both - the CRV for errands around town and winter driving, while the RAV4 is our preferred highway hauler. Both have been economic, reliable vehicles, and we expect to run them for at least 25 years before they are retired. Will be interesting to see how the two models compare at our next vehicle update - may find ourselves looking at autonomous driving capabilities and perhaps the distance they can travel on an electric battery charge or hydrogen fill-up.

[@yong5280]

We have a 2016 CR-V (100000 miles ) and a 2008 RDX( 170000 miles ) , the RDX is very comfortable for a long distance road trip (I mean normally drive above 1500 miles in a day), good for a windy or snowing day too, And the CR-V good for in town driving and shopping but not that well on a winy highway VS the RDX , the RDX has more safe and stable feel in a windy highway driving. We like them both any way.

[@davidanderson8469]

Yeah,our 2005 Pilot has lousy road noise isolation. It was criticized for this back then.

[@jackjensen4036]

Got 280,000 on my CRV and it's my daily driver. 64 miles a day round trip. Never left me stranded on the road. Best car I ever owned.

[@scopesnake]

haha this comment is so funny, you made it sound like the CR-V died, then you revealed that of course it still runs lol, i'm on a '99 outback and am looking to eventually get a gen 3 CR-V

[@ttcman-nocommentarygaming5349]

Civic VS Corolla next?? Love these vids!

[@scottykilmer]

coming up!

[@melissawittman]

My daughter just bought her first new car. Those were the 2 she test drove. Her words, "you could feel every bump in the road in the Civic. She bought the Corolla (2021) yesterday!

[@donaldzuramp4404]

@@melissawittman great choice! But the new honda civic could be worth waiting for. Seems like they will emphasis on comfort

[@thundergato84]

@@melissawittman LE or SE?

[@blanc5522]

@@melissawittman i like the way honda's bumpy riding is. My most cars ive ever bought are Honda because of the rough and bumpy riding. It is wild.

[@chadbollen4837]

I have a 2008 crv. Its been the best vehicle I've ever owned. Has 260000 km. And still pulls the same as day 1. No problems with it at all.

[@dennisthemenace8854]

Your lucky mine is in the shop every week only 125 thousand miles piece of junk you got lucky

[@wendywittenmyer7074]

I bought a pearl white 2020 CR-V EX-L last month. So far I’m loving it! I love all the security features and how nice it looks inside and outside

[@guccinips696]

Being a owner of 2019 rav4 I could say I’m really happy with it and it performs well going on dirt road and fishing and it does fantastic in the snow I would definitely recommend it as crossover sure it doesn’t have to much of power but you will still get thru places as needed and it does keep up with highway speeds

[@kaileenackerman9069]

Hey Scotty! Can you please do more of these comparisons? I've been looking at Lexus/Toyota and Acura/Honda per your advice. I haven't made a final decision, but was blown away by this presentation! ❤️

[@jazzbowe98]

2006 CR-V, got it used with 42,000 miles. Now has 250,000! Great vehicle and LOVE the picnic table! You really can’t beat the creativity and engineering that they put into this thing!

[@DZ-cm5xw]

We used to have a 2006 CRV EX, it is funny that I never realized that there is a picnic table. We drove it for 12 years then it was so old that put kid won’t even want it.

[@gutadin5]

@James Sexton any parts replaced or what were the parts replaced?

[@jazzbowe98]

@@gutadin5 new alternator at 125k, new AC compressor at 200k.

[@charleshern6958]

Is it an ex or lx?

[@jordansparrow4650]

I bought a 2003 CRV in January of 2020 with 59 000 miles. I have since put nearly 15 000 miles on it that included a move from southern California to Toronto in January of 2021. Aside from regular scheduled maintenance it has just needed the control arm bushings replaced (cost me a few hundred dollars) and has had no engine issues. Every mechanic that has looked at it has commented on how it will give me many more years of use as long as I keep taking care of it. I plan on driving it until it's kaput and by the sounds of it that will take a while still!

[@Nicetry145]

Best video ever Scotty no one does like you do man. You always go above and beyond and do alot of the work for uninformed consumers when it comes to anything car related. Keep doing what youve been doing for decades. Keep being a badass

[@sergioypw]

This is the healthiest competition out there. Love the japanese cars because they get better as they compete.

[@jayoneill1533]

Nicely produced Scotty, editing and graphics are first rate. Very sophisticated look and your voiceover was excellent.

[@CodyMWI]

I had a 2005 RAV4 that just retired after almost 17 years! with 280,000 miles. It was rust that got it .. engine still ran perfectly. To be fair I live in Canada with rough winters. Amazing little car

[@cali_ortiz]

These production values of the videos are GREAT. Kind of miss watching Scotty pop out of trunks though...

[@sandeepmishra1683]

Remember to hit that bell! 🔔

[@boostedp1iscoolkid]

Future video: Honda Odyssey vs Toyota Sienna

[@scottykilmer]

coming up!

[@tomploeg2260]

Sienna all the way. Honda has transmission problems

[@boostedp1iscoolkid]

@@scottykilmer yay

[@tamarasauls8855]

Not the Odyssey! My 2003's transmission went kaput at 95K. 😡

[@bikerrider4845]

I vote Honda

[@M447DT]

Love this kind of content so so much

[@d.d.rhymer4855]

Scotty, thank you for this detailed breakdown! ❤I've been watching every car video to get and idea on what's best between the both. You are the best! Thank you! 🥰

[@thekatiea6388]

Planning to buy a new RAV4 and this video was very helpful! My husband’s 2000 4Runner is still very much alive; we just replaced the fuel pump on it in our driveway so Toyotas are reliable long term and super easy to work on, which prompted me to seek a RAV4 for my long term daily driver.😁

[@mls8668]

I bought a 2016 Honda CRV SE 1 year ago based on your suggestions and tbh it's become a member of the family. Love these videos ♥️

[@martinmontenegro4559]

I just bought a 07 CRV Manual Transmission (Not so common in America) is the greatest most comfortable car I've ever got

[@SIIKAP1]

Well you’re like 20 so I doubt you’ve had much lol.

[@shamingandembrassingdriver2718]

@martin, best feeling of owning a suv with manual transmission, it will never bored u unlike most people who drive cars with automatic, driving a car is what U call BORINGGGG!!!!

[@sneakerfreak2002]

Aren’t you special

[@charlyvenom2002]

Me too....but, I live in Barcelona ✌👍

[@martinmontenegro4559]

@@SIIKAP1 hahaha well in my case, my dad has a car dealership, so I've been in several cars. I'm from Ecuador and here the security and quality standards are really low. Kia and Hyundai just started offering the driver's airbag two years ago. Chevrolet is basically Sparks and a lot of chinese vehicles (people love em) so when I got into my CRV I could tell quality, I know there are more luxurious cars out there. But for a 23 year old ecuadorian who just bought his fifth car, this is the best yet. 👌🏼👌🏼

[@hc7190]

I have the 2021 CVR and I have owned 5 others . They are very dependable , easy on gas , and hold there value . The only complaint is road noise which keeps getting better year after year . My next car will be another CRV , and yes they are very good in snow also .

[@naomi3025]

Your videos are always top quality and informative Scotty!

[@beermakeup4555]

The way the video looks and was put together is really nice

[@johndrake9209]

❤️😂

[@michaelportwood2450]

I've been working in mechanicing for years and only buy a Honda or Toyota.

[@davidcaskey4669]

Either one is a pain to work on i wouldn't have either and these two that have that cvt transmission what a peice of junk a rubber belt to move your car honda doest put a cvt transmission in the talon,side by side they ues a real automatic transmission in it is that because belts break just ask any side by side owner

[@HeavenNY]

Me too. I only want Honda’s. They are reliable and not too expensive to repair if needed

[@dokpa4427]

Consider Hyundai

[@mr.infante]

What about Lexus or Acura?

[@theenglishprofessor8411]

So, get a Honda or Toyota but avoid the CVT?

[@Icantfindtheanykey]

I bought a 2010 crv brand new and still driving it now. So far so good, only brakes, fluids, wipers and tires. There were flaws from the beginning and was worried they would be problems over time but 137000kms (85000miles) later and still working the same as when I bought it.

[@stoneyshugarts2194]

This so good to know I’m planning on buying a used one owner 2010 crv at 102k miles

[@TheKrumstuff]

Great video Scotty. I'm in the market for a new car since the engine in my 2013 veloster just went out and I'm almost set on either of these two cars. Very informative.

[@dennisreed2042]

I have owned two Toyota RAV4's. First one he original 1996. I sold it to a friend with about 160,000 miles and never had a problem. His daughter drove to 350,000 miles before finely retiring the vehicle. I presently own a 2016 RAV4 and again no issues. So Toyota has been good to me especially the RAV4's.

[@calindor19]

I have own a rav4 2017 sold it after 3 year was to slow ,lack tech and bought a Ford and now I am more happy left Toyota( discover Toyota sell old car and too expedience for the same price I can buy a Honda , Ford event a better a BMW:D

[@bjk6574]

@@calindor19 good luck with reliability when you put miles on a BMW

[@MightyT01]

My late wife bought a 1996 Purple Storm RAV 4 just before we got married. We kept it in mint condition and had it almost 20 years before she got rear ended. Broke my heart having the vehicle totaled. Best vehicle we ever had. We also had a 2008 RAV4 with 261 HP V6 3 row seat. Also an excellent vehicle and a sleeper. Damn thing was hella fast off the line. Sadly I traded it in after my wife passed. Too many memories that hurt.

[@juliestewart672]

@@MightyT01 Sending you a big hug!

[@andrzejogonowski3837]

@@calindor19 good luck with ford or BMW.

[@roberthuntzinger9222]

I’ve owned a 2011 Rav 4 since brand new. No issues and I just hit 265,000 miles. Only had to put tires on it.

[@kwhite71376]

Wow!! Not even a brake job???

[@josephkelleher8820]

What about struts? You went that far without new struts?

[@Duraputer]

Not even an oil change?😱

[@de-luxe491]

My 2010 rav4 base has 221kmiles as of this morning and i have never fixed a single thing... new brake pads and disk before winter last year and other mantianance like transmission flush and oil changes nothing else. Still runs, rides, drives and looks like new !

[@henryhonda8408]

My '02 Civic had 170,000 miles with no brake jobs or struts.... just oil change, spark plugs & tires. Not knocking Toyotas.... I bought a new Rav4 XSE hybrid 8 months ago & love it. You can't go wrong with a Toyota or Honda but I don't like turbo engines & no spare tires so beware!

[@kamkuertvang2941]

Both Toyota and Honda made very good cars but when I first started working in the late '80's, I needed a reliable and yet easy to maintain so I went with a Toyota Corolla FX16 GTS hatchback. Drove it for 8 years with just regular maintenance but decided to give it to my little brother after buying a Toyota Pickup truck and drove it for 12 years. In the year 2000, I bought a 4Runner SR5 4x4 and still drive it today to tow my fishing boat around. Also bought a 2009 Corolla 4 door sedan and mainly use it for commuting to work. I still could not switch over to a Honda since both of my Toyotas are still running fine.

[@edsoliz]

Bought a 2012 CR-V new and I have been very happy with it. It had a heater issue early on that was covered by warranty. The driver side seat belt somehow got frayed so that had to be replaced, but otherwise no major issues as it approaches 200K.

[@thomashuynh7527]

Scotty, next can you make a video about Honda Pilot vs Toyota Highlander?

[@ronnypooky]

miss my 08 CR-V. got in a wreck this winter, thing had no issues other than the AC. holds a special place in my heart

[@batmanrobin2613]

Yeah that gen of crvs has issues with the ac

[@batmanrobin2613]

Changed a lot of ac compressors on those

[@redsunsmr284]

Yea I had to replace an AC compressor on my 2010 CRV EX.

[@azthundercloud]

My daughters first car. Ac compressor failed. Needless to say she beat that car and it came back for more.

[@Voiceovertehe]

My 06 Crv has 260k miles I love her

[@jstohrer]

We have a 2018 CR-V Touring and we love it. I get on it at times and it's a blast. That motor with the CVT is just really fun. The adaptive cruise control and LKAS is awesome for not only long rides but city driving too. The ACC works great in stop and go traffic, for us old folks with hip issues. I can only pray we don't have the fuel seepage problem from the direct injection. Fingers crossed.

[@danmorrison8194]

I bought a ‘15 CR-V that was a former leased car with 7K miles on it in ‘16. It has 92k miles on it now and I haven’t had a problem (knocks on closest piece of wood) except for tires, which the dealership replaced a month after I bought it. Great vehicle.

[@projectyuma7456]

Owned a Gen1 crv. Still a daily driver and minimal maintenance. Just one major repair. Have to rebuild my trans dew to worn out clutch packs on my automatic transmission. But still. It is driving down the road after 21 years.

[@christophers5510]

i think 1st gen CRV was the best looking of all CRVs. i have 2nd gen (05), which has a better engine & trans, & a timing chain (1st gen had timing belt). but that 1st gen looked the best

[@projectyuma7456]

@@christophers5510 yes. But pretty much reliable...

[@slammedcc]

1st gen CRV is definitely my favorite looking one. If my ‘97 Accord ever dies out or gets wrecked Im going after one of those with a standard transmission. Early Honda automatics aren’t the most reliable unfortunately

[@projectyuma7456]

@@slammedcc yes. Standard trans in 1st gen honda is hard to find. But they are pretty much bullet proof.

[@MrJadames55]

SCOTTY , ALWAYS GIVES US THE STRAIGHT AND THE SKINNY .REAL TIME EXPERIENCE TO BACK IT UP . THANX YOU SCOTTY!

[@dantedante21]

Love these comparisons!

[@minghsu4810]

@<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="300">5:00</a> I wonder why 2017 was a huge milestone for the RAV4, as it outsold the CRV for the first time and has held its ground ever since?? Anyone know why? Thanks!

[@labornurse]

I also bought a 2002 crv new. It included a folding picnic table in the back.

[@vaderyoda9321]

I asked you that question before, and I am glad that you answered it, thank you Scotty.

[@dianaspy6733]

A few months ago I got A 2016 CRV ex-L . Had only 13,049 miles on it. Is very responsive. Happy with it even more now seeing this. ThankQ for the video!

[@sadash27]

Side-open hatch door and full size spare in hard shell case mounted outside were the best. I wish both CR-V and RAV-4 stayed with this design. Also bring back the table!

[@310_Latchkey_kid]

Can't go wrong with either one!

[@josephmcdonald9933]

No lie, I was going to gift my mother in law a crv for her birthday and today I saw a rav 4 and decided to get that instead. And now this video made me settle on a rav 4 with confidence. Thank you Scottie

[@616civicmt8]

You’re a pretty good son in law

[@josephmcdonald9933]

Thank you. Its easy because she is an awesome mother in law

[@josephmcdonald9933]

@Juan Dela Cruz ok good. I want her safe and comfortable.

[@calvintran8691]

you listened to someone who did not own or drive one? like cult leader to you?

[@Izzywizzy74]

That is one lucky mother in law!!

[@MC-vw9eu]

Thank you so much!! I so appreciate the advice about keeping the battery filter vent unobstructed! I never knew this, and wish I had!

[@rocklnder1]

I love my 2014 Honda CRV-EX I bought it in 2017 pre owned from Honda. It had only 26000 miles on it. Only thing I had to by was new tires last month. Now it has 69000 miles on it. Still runs so smooth!

[@sullyalways1585]

Just in time im literally buying a Honda crv in a few days & this helps so much with my huge purchase

[@dorothygreen8935]

You will love it!

[@chrisford7179]

Awesome i have a 2005 and it has 266k miles and still runs great

[@Time364]

bought 2021, loved it.

[@raychang8648]

It's very interesting that you posted this today, Scotty! I spent quite a few hours riding in the passenger seat of a friend's RAV-4 today, going into the mountains and back (to see fireflies at dusk--"yay"). I was quite impressed. The climate vents are adjustable, but still diffused nicely so you don't feel that the AC is blowing on a certain body area. I'm exactly 6 feet tall and I still had a whole hand width above my head. The cargo space was plentiful for the four of us (my friend, his wife, son, and me with my big bag of warm clothes, shoes, OFF!, umbrella and tons of camera equipment). The ugliest crossovers come from Nissan, with KICKS and JUKE.

[@cayrick]

Nice review thanks Scotty.

[@gregguttridge9835]

Only need watch for a few minutes to get that Scott loves his Toyota and nothing else. I worked in Toyota service for years and they have as many as any other brand ,just get xtend warranty and sell when it gets 5k from end of it to keep it desirable for a potential future buyer

[@kidCrazzzy]

Big boss you should do a video like this but of the Highlander and pilot . Really good explanation 👍👌

[@iadiaz-sy9kf]

Thank you Scotty! I just got a 2018 Corolla, looking forward for the Corolla vs Civic video! Blessings to you! 😊

[@buckyb7658]

Great review thank you

[@corvid_k]

Gonna be getting a 2005 Rav4 next week as my first vehicle. Test drove it yesterday and I'm SO excited for it!!

[@fatsoula6297]

How'd it go? I am looking on buying a CRV or a Rav4 in the near future as my first car but my uncle says I should buy a smaller car first to learn how to drive it so I wanna know if it suited you well

[@corvid_k]

@@fatsoula6297 I literally never got it cause the axels were screwed up lmao. Ended up getting a 2005 Hyundai Elantra and it works great.

[@fatsoula6297]

@@corvid_k nice to hear you like it

[@piknik8230]

avoid Honda 1.5L Turbo engines. Oil Dilution problems

[@tomfile3131]

AND that engine is coupled with the CVT, which I don't have much confidence in.

[@Gunit876]

@@tomfile3131 don’t like them either but if you want to get a Toyota their cvt ‘s are way better

[@lh98]

Better yet just avoid turbo engines across the board. Who needs another component that can go bad and cost big money to rectify? I avoided turbo’s in my truck Ford F-150 and went with the reliable 5.0 Coyote. The eco boosts might be nice for gas mileage and power but how often will you have issues with the turbo?

[@stevetonnesen3666]

So based on one of your prior recommendations, I assisted my daughter in buying from its first owner a 2016 Honda CRV early last year. She has had zero issues with it and is quite pleased. Thank you for your advice.

[@MutikoZuritxu]

I have just bought a 2017 RAV4 hybrid, so hopefully that reliability stays true. Great vid!!!

[@davidmahlum6233]

Thank you! Super helpful!

[@candlesoftheearthbestcandl995]

You make the best videos Scotty! Thank you so much!

[@nicolatesla6406]

1.4 thousand ‘likes’ in an hour since posting this video. Go Scotty. It’s your birthday. Go Scotty. Love the videos. World peace

[@NoHypebeastZay]

World cheeks!

[@jonlane2083]

Scotty, you rock! I've been enjoying your videos and the knowledge you share for years now. I just happen to be looking at small crossovers and behold, you have a video showcasing two of the three I'm considering. I'm not fond of turbos being another consumable item to replace later but Honda has addressed the majority of the issues with that little 1.5L. Both hold value like one would expect from these brands. Looking at the Nissan Rogue too. I have a very motivated sales team working on me.....errrr....with me. We're test driving the three today. It'll likely come down to standard features, and who will get me closer to that list price out the door. Keep it up Scotty!

[@danarello2563]

Give us an update on the outcome.😀

[@jonlane2083]

@@danarello2563 we chose a new 2022 CR-V. It just drove and rode really well for what it is. The resale on them is fantastic too, which played a part in our choice. Only complaint so far is the small gas tank. It's got a range of around 350 miles. Our KIA Optima had a range of just over 500 on a tank. Not a big deal for us though. It's a great little SUV so far. The dealer is going to get the regular maintenance on it as well so we can trade up again in a few years for a newer model.

[@alyc8625]

I have 2018 rav4 and it’s treated me so good so far. Used it long drives, country roads, winter roads and yeah it’s been great

[@alpo2567]

Did u do under rust proofing???!! If so how much was it and how long does it last???

[@sombut415]

Bought my wife 2021 RAV4 XLE Premium because of Mr Scotty

[@siriusbizniss]

Um no, if you were making purchases because of Scotty, you’d never buy brand new.🙃

[@Tatorvision]

@@siriusbizniss thats why I bought a 2020 last week with 10k miles on it. I really enjoy the XLE Premium.

[@candlesoftheearthbestcandl995]

Kenny...Woo Hoo! New car...how wonderful ❣😁😁😁

[@candlesoftheearthbestcandl995]

@@Tatorvision hey dude, did you get a great deal and save 30%? I love brand new due to I know its mine, (I'm the 1st owner), nobody has put their germs all over it or has spilled anything major in it like pop or food or anything. The only thing I don't like is high car payments and taking that 30% hit of driving it off the car lot. I hope you saved yourself some serious coin! How does it drive and feel? Did the tires get changed over to the better ones that ride softer without hard bumps? Thank you for your reply. Take care

[@fiddlingmikeable]

I bought a 1996 RAV 4 in 2010. I still drive it. Best car I’ve ever had. Strangely, the lot I bought it from had a 2000 Honda CRV they showed me at the same time. It had fewer miles and might have been okay but I paid more for the RAV and have had no reason to doubt my decision. I don’t like the new ones as much and would probably go with another Tacoma if my 25 year old 250,000 mile RAV ever stops running

[@johnyvega9637]

Awesome videos thanks 🙏

[@skylerross8843]

My first car that I just now had to get rid of was a Honda CRV 2001. Got over 203,000 miles on it and could have kept going. I moved to a big city and the car was stollen twice (second time the cat converter was cut off). Same story for my wife. She has the Toyota RAV4 97, but it also had it's cat stollen. We love those cars and it's hard to see them go but Toyota and Honda have definitely earned our respect.

[@eternalfuture.1641]

I just financed my first used car, a 2019 rav4 le and honestly I wasn’t too excited about it in the beginning but now I’m on board. The automatic high beams come in handy and the Apple play makes long car trips more enjoyable. Im in PA and with this years snow it handled like a beast.8/10 tbh would recommend

[@alpo2567]

Shoulda bought a 2018. Even Scotty says he doesn’t trust any above a 2018

[@lisamurray8674]

I just bought toyota rav 4 2018. Love it!!

[@MrSanto379]

@@lisamurray8674 I just traded my 2018 Nissan Pathfinder for a 2018 RAV4. I’m enjoying it

[@Inkironnrum]

@@lisamurray8674 I just financed a 2018 RAV4, too. This video has given me a confidence boost after knowing nothing about this car.

[@mpersad]

I drove both on test drives in 2020 and plumped for the new RAV4 Hybrid. The key selling point was the safety system. I got adaptive cruise control (If you have never experienced it, you shd try it as it is extraordinary), blind spot monitoring, rear collision crossing warning, speed limit monitoring, pedestrian/cyclist collision avoidance etc etc. Of course, these are aids. The driver must still be in control. But...the driving experience particularly with Adaptive Cruise Control is incredible. I think the new RAV4 Hybrid is an exceptional car.

[@EdyBraun]

Nice comparison! I have a 2011 CR-V, driving it since new. All-in-all, reliable car and interior tough enough to hold up over the years. I wouldn't say "fun" but it gets me from A to B. Acceleration sucks on my model. Had the engine oil light come on unexpectedly once and so now I carry some Synthetic 0W-20 in the trunk just in case (it's been a few years since that happened so I don't know how it fixed itself). A/C still working fine. I tend to run through brakes/rotors way too fast though... could be my driving style. 😁

[@andrewmezulis5448]

I drive a 2008 CRV 2.2ctdi and love it. I’ve had it 3 years and can’t fault it. Great review

[@carmenliana8255]

Best time for this video thank you Scotty ❤️

[@newrebirth6283]

Bought a 2019 Rav 4 and love it so far! Ps - I bought it because I love your videos and got inspired to purchase based on your videos.

[@garypierce7380]

Glad we bought the 2016 CR-V locally-owned CPO with a great maintenance history. Very roomy and reliable...we love it. I think the biggest problem with almost any car is lack of maintenance and loose nut behind the wheel.

[@ConservativeGenX]

Extremely informative!

[@waynenoll1967]

I bought a RAV4 for my wife last year, she loves it. Our son and his wife have a CRV, and they love it. Can’t go wrong either way!

[@glennso47]

My son has a 2011 RAV 4 he seems to like it. Especially since it’s paid for. I don’t like the spare tire on the tailgate.

[@indianjedi]

Best options

[@TheReaI0ne]

These two are so similiar. Do you ever think that these companies get together and are like, "ok, this year you do this better, next year we'll do this better, then it'll be our turn to make this feature better" just to make it look like there is competition

[@waynenoll1967]

Exactly why I bought a Frontier 2 years ago!!! Lol! The Taco didn’t impress me, especially the price!

[@Bergarita]

You see this in other trends like the funky looking black plastic mesh grills you see on so many cars by different manufacturers. Or the really low to the ground clearance on the recent camrys and accords. Collusion?

[@ervboorn6847]

@@waynenoll1967 in

[@chi4life61]

Great information thank you

[@MrSupernova111]

I love these videos! Thank you Scotty!

[@bwoo404]

We purchased a Rav 4 premium last August. It has been the best new car purchase by far. Love the safety features and rear view camera (in the mirror).

[@chriskelleher349]

Scotty told me all I need to know. Great video.

[@Tupapito7140]

2011 CRV EX here, did have to replace AC compressor at around 90k mile mark but so far I'm at 150k with no other problems, runs like a champ, just replaced the tires and runs even better! I bought this CRV new with 4 miles on it. Has taken my family to Florida from Illinois at least 8 times since new, driven in sand, up steep hills and everything in between. The thing is a BEAST!

[@danielcompton7112]

We have the 2018 Toyota RAV4 le and it has so much room in it, perfect for when we go on vacation. It has plenty of power and the handling is absolutely smooth. It cuts corners and curves like it's on rails. Great gas mileage. Also it just feels sturdy and safe while driving. We love it our kids love it and our friends and family love it

[@garycrawley341]

I drive a 2015 rav 4 LE , love it. Only oil changes and winter tires.

[@mariahpennell3628]

Just picked up a 2017 Rav 4 with 49,000 miles last January and we love it. We also have a 2007 Corolla that has been a great vehicle for us for the last 6 years. We have had to do very little maintenance on it and it has never failed us. My truck is a 2008 Tundra which has also been trouble free and dependable. Pretty hard to beat Toyota in my opinion. Keep these great videos coming Scotty. Love the content.

[@deborahmann9437]

I too have 2017 rav Ive had for 5 .5 years. So far I bought new tires and have done the oil changes.. That it. No problems.

[@dewan718]

Great video!! Very informative. I appreciate my CRV that much more.

[@sonickchri]

Thanks for putting this together!

[@janeglasgow4918]

Keep the Honda vids coming Scotty. Good info 😊

[@Win52D]

I have a 2016 CR-V with 65,000 miles on it...runs great. I bought it almost 3 years ago and in that time I have only done scheduled maintenance. I am very happy so far.

[@pcthayer]

I have a 2015 CRV EX AWD (which I bought new) and it has 135K miles on it and has given me no problems....only have done lube changes, filters, brakes, and tires. Great car. (not fond of the CVT transmission, but it works fine.)

[@joseacevedo391]

Hey i hope you're well, scotty what engine oil would you recommend for my 2010 honda pilot touring with 165,000 miles.

[@big_boss_games]

I just bought a 2015 Honda CR-V last week with 160km on it. What a nice ride. I hope it will last me years to come!