HOW TO DECIDE BETWEEN COROLLA CROSS & RAV4 HYBRIDS

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@zlvirag 3 ай бұрын

Another excellent presentation. We did order the Rav 4 (24) ,but wait time was getting too long, plus daughter needed a car now, and when saw Cross , even though it had 14,000 km., we jumped on it. Several reasons: proven engine, gen. 5 hybrid system(same as Prius), a bit smaller, yes, but mostly only two of us, easy to drive. Same safety features as RAV 4, and hey, the days of the thrill from driving our '68 Z-28 302 RS are good memories, but now I'm 78. Oh, the real mileage, I drive age appropriate: 56 mpg on highway, and between 61 and 66mpg, in city. (Imperial MPGs) By the way, the Toyota eCVT is a brilliant engineering marvel.

@riceburner4747 3 ай бұрын

You sound a lot like ME! 👍✊️🖖🇺🇸

@ginkodragon 3 ай бұрын

I hear you! I'm 76 and just got an FJ! Love it!

@KuniKarin01 12 күн бұрын

but what about those lithium ion batteries it says it has or electric motor thing? isn't that dangerous cant it explode or overheat in hot temps? I live in CA and its super hot in our summers so im nervous about buying a hybrid with those electric motors

@ginkodragon 12 күн бұрын

Kuni, Toyota doesn't use lithium batteries. They have been using a ni-cad battery system for years and it has been refined and is safe. But I still don't want all of the bells and electronic whistles. A better value.

@zlvirag 12 күн бұрын

@ comes with cooling fan for the big battery, enclosed battery, and I'm pretty sure, since I have not heard of any exploding, Toyota has done their homework on that topic..., my opinion of course...

@jasonchristopher5316 3 ай бұрын

Thanks David for your presentation. Very well structured. I chose the Corolla Cross over the RAV4 earlier this year mainly because the size made more sense for me and in this market (Caribbean) the CC is significantly less expensive. And it's a great car overall. I have no complaints. On the resale value point, I think it will sell just as well as the RAV4, if not better. It was the fifth best-selling vehicle of 2023 worldwide, after only a few years since its launch. A 'lot' of people think the RAV4 has gotten too big and want something smaller. The CC fills that critical gap.

@majklcarli 3 ай бұрын

I live in Europe, former owner of RAV4, built in Japan.2014.First owner...during 10 years zero faults, lot of fun during my road trips, excellent car .Really..but our children are not travelling so much with us. So I decide to swap to smaller CC. And I dont regret.It is great car.I am technician, so I really love Toyotas Hybrid system, this is TOP.And I dont have the feeling that CC is powerless comparing to RAV, 0-100 kmh in l 7.5sec is excellent-and it is still in ECO mode-I never had a feeling to switch Normal or Sport mode on, consumption is excellent,the AWD,rear wheels are on almost in each corner without shaft under the car- nice.Mine is built in Japan, the front grill is the same like US non hybrid spec.-I like it more.I have been deciding between new RAV or CC. The size was decision point.In Europe are more narrow roads, parking lots are smaller as well. I am not big fan of philosophy Bigger car is a better car.CC definitely fits my needs.

@syedali1299 3 ай бұрын

David, wonderful presentation. Thank you!

@user-zh9kc7tw4n 3 ай бұрын

Very good video thank you, personally I went for the Lexus NX yes it is a bit more but adding that little extra gives so much more quality and higher resale value.

@badbilly60 6 күн бұрын

i have the toyota corolla cross xse hybrid,getting close to my 1st 5000 mile service. no problems,love the car and all the safety features which have saved this old mans butt more than once.i did put falken wildpeak at trail tires on since i live in a snowy area and also drive on gravel roads to fish and sight see. the price difference and what i get over the base rav 4 sold me.the cross 2.0 engine is a proven engine along with the hybrid system,i dont think there will be any problem in resale,should i decide to sell it.

@vincentkowski8466 3 ай бұрын

I own both a 2024 RAV4 and Cross. The build quality is far superior on the RAV4 by far. There are obvious build flaws on my new Cross built in Alabama. The build quality on my Canadian made RAV4 is far better.

@Flying-Fox19 3 ай бұрын

How can they deliver you both vehicles when I ordered the Cross hybrid last May and haven't got it yet. I wanted a white one so maybe that colour just was not available yet and they offered me the celestite a few months ago. It's just frustrating but anyhow I did rent the gas model Cross and it was fine so the hybrid therefore must be way better and refined. 90% will be city driven so it's fine for my families purpose.

@hitechboin Ай бұрын

So a venza is even better then a rav4

@KathleenJohnston-p5z 3 ай бұрын

I bought a tricked out Cross in June and its by far the best car I've ever owned. Who cares about the millimeter gaps??! My partner has a tricked out RAV4 and they are basically the same but mine is a tiny bit smaller and over $15K cheaper. Granted I'm not transporting teenagers, just a 25lb dog, but it did great on a 2 week road trip from California to Montana and back - 2 adults, 2 dogs. Absolute perfection.

@kenfrank2730 Ай бұрын

I agree, I don't care about a few millimeter difference in gaps. As long as it functions ok and lasts a long time.

@KuniKarin01 12 күн бұрын

have you had any issues with the electric motor or doesn't it have lithium batteries? cant those Catch fire

@evankapel4125 3 ай бұрын

I love my 22 RAV 4. Thank you David.

@andpan3478 21 сағат бұрын

you was the one that said corolla is better than rav4 now is the other way around , what is this dude :D

@riceburner4747 3 ай бұрын

Thank u, David. I was just looking but saw a Cross next to a RAV 4 at a nearby dealer. I leaned toward the loaded Cross bc it had more features I liked. I'm a senior, so I would be looking for better mpg's. And my muscle car days are gone. I own a 2019 Prius & considered a hybrid RAV or Camry, but Prius had better mpgs. If it were today, I'd honestly consider an AWD hybrid Cross. 👍✊️🖖🇺🇸 PS I wonder what your thoughts are on a Yaris Cross hybrid. (I wished we carried Yaris like Europe does.

@williamlocascio8946 3 ай бұрын

David I don’t agree on passenger comfort at least in terms of headroom. In the RAV4, the front passenger seat is fixed too high and I’m only 6’ and I had to duck and weave getting into the front passenger side

@embodythejotun 3 ай бұрын

This is my biggest issue with a lot of toyotas, the passenger seat is too high and can't be lowered. I own 2 toyotas, so it wasn't a deal breaker, but I really don't understand why they fix the passenger seat so high, higher than the driver seat.

@williamlocascio8946 3 ай бұрын

@ believe it or not the Corolla Cross is better than the RAV4, and the Sienna is really, really bad. Part of the problem with the Sienna is you are sitting on the battries in the front

@jessejohnson8991 3 ай бұрын

Do you have a long torso? I have a 2022 Rav hybrid limited at 6’2” I haven’t experienced this issue.

@kurtburkhardt5862 3 ай бұрын

We also have a 2023 Rav4 Hybrid and a 2024 Rav4 Prime. They were both manufactured in Japan and are very well built. The Prime is quite a bit faster and it is great to not have to use fuel in my wife's normal commute. Love them both. Still waiting on a new Trailhunter 4Runner. Any insight to when they will actually be available?

@KuniKarin01 12 күн бұрын

I am a college student who commutes to work/school about 180 mi per week. I am looking into buying a lightly used hybrid from either of these models. The only concern I have is the electric motor or the lithium battery? Im not sure I dont know much about the hybrid models but I live in CA and our summers get in the triple digits and I heard that the lithium can catch fire or overheat in these situations. I need safety features and good gas mileage on a car for the back roads and cities. Can you please help explain which model Is better? Also please explain the electric motor

@benqsmith6871 3 ай бұрын

David can you compare Rav4 and Lexus RX? Not by comfort or gadgets but by build quality and material used engine and transmission

@nancycy9039 3 ай бұрын

Yes, please!!

@felixlongdon4308 3 ай бұрын

Thank you David, this is a great comparison. I think the RAV 4 is great option. Please, regarding the RAV 4, is the Electric version better to buy than the Hybrid? Many thanks!

@markkennedy5335 3 ай бұрын

RAV is great but holy mackerel it’s been out since 2019. It’s now considered a Dinosaur

@the_phope 3 ай бұрын

Is there any problem if is not well align?

@DarkKnightJam 3 ай бұрын

In Jamaica 🇯🇲 the cost for the med spec Corolla Cross Hybrid (1800cc) is the same for low spec Rav4 none Hybrid! Soooooooo I got the Corolla Cross Hybrid. Easily 60% gas saving, worst 40%. I'll buy the Hybrid every day

@PapsieCool88 3 ай бұрын

Nice video. Can you also please do a video on the 2024 Innova Hybrid. Thanks👍

@Drsunnychan 3 ай бұрын

I know you’re a fan of the Mazda as well. Why did you personally pick the rav4 ahead of the Mazda equivalent?

@kenfrank2730 Ай бұрын

I'd also like to hear his opinion.

@Kevin-y8c4u Ай бұрын

Hi David, We are on a list to purchase a 2025 Rav4 LE Hybrid, with all the different negative reviews on you tube about Rav4 reliability do you still feel it is a good purchase. We have a 2019 Rav4 LE gas with only 49,000 km it has a lot of rattles from plastic interior and very rough ride on city streets. I am worried there will not be any improvements with the 2025.

@markkennedy5335 3 ай бұрын

David last year you put out a video stating 5 reasons to buy a Corolla Cross over a RAV4, I’m confused 🤔🤔

@70G-MaNBricks 3 ай бұрын

Hi David, great presentation. Would you say that if you ignored the interior of the rav4 and wanted to buy a new prime that the latest model 2024/25 would be a perfect time to buy? I know the new one is coming in the end of 2025/26 but wouldnt it be a safer decision to buy a car that has been modified perfectly nearly in its fifth generation? Just thinking that yes the new one will hopefully have a new interior but for sure there will be some glitches as all new models have.

@marcc.439 3 ай бұрын

Great timing for your well made video. I presently drive a 2012 RAV4 V6, 180,000 kms which is still going strong. But now I would like to switch to hybrid. Your video helped me decide that a RAV4 is a better option for me, especially now at the end of a model run and it's Canadian made.. However, I"m concerned about the problematic design issue it encountred with the electrical cable for the rear motor. Your view would be appreciated. Thanks again.

@benqsmith6871 3 ай бұрын

Owned 2 Rav4 in past. Will stay with Rav4. Maybe it is not fancy like Mazda or new Nissan Rogue. But it will take you anywhere.

@rightlanehog3151 3 ай бұрын

David, Toyota's decision to build the Corolla Cross CUV on the TNGA-C platform with a shorter wheelbase than the Corolla sedan or Prius is truly inexplicable. 🤔 That Alabama plant is suffering some growing pains so all the more reason to Buy Canadian with a RAV4 Hybrid. 🥳🥳 If I was going to buy a Toyota CUV/SUV the size of the Corolla Cross, it would have to be the Land Cruiser FJ. 🤩🤩 Having said all that, I am looking forward to the day when RAV4 and Corolla Cross Hybrids are in abundant supply at the local Toyota dealer. 🤞🤞

@RespectTheScrubs 3 ай бұрын

What are the growing pains at the plant?

@miltonhayek2494 3 ай бұрын

Up here you have to wait two months to get a cc hybrid.

@witmal99 19 күн бұрын

I see quite a few questions in the comments, but so far not one has been answered by David. Does he care about his subscribers?

@Vam1500 3 ай бұрын

Funny, this video completely contradicts your earlier video on your 5 reasons why you preferred the corolla cross

@AutomotivePress 3 ай бұрын

This one is based on hybrid model comparison... and I'm allowed to change my mind after driving both vehicles multiple times.

@B33ond 3 ай бұрын

Excuse me sir. Do you still prefer the crv hybrid over these two?

@gorddearmond7134 3 ай бұрын

My local dealer here in Sask. tells me a corolla cross hybrid delivery is 12 to 18 months!

@ms.b9093 3 ай бұрын

The crazy thing is the Cross starts at the price the Rav4 used to be!

@Yotadude2025 3 ай бұрын

David, do you notice the transition on the RAV4 hybrid from EV to ICE? I have a 24 RAV4 Hybrid Limited (built in Obu, Aichi, Japan) and I notice the transition from EV to gas quite a bit sometimes. According to every dealer, it is fine and “normal. But coming from my 2021 Corolla Hybrid, this seems a bit rougher.

@timmiller7589 3 ай бұрын

Lot of “Bang for the Buck” with the XLE Cross, but overall quality keep my TMMK RAV4 XSE.😊

@lunamaria1048 3 ай бұрын

Growing up, it seems like I was the only girl that had FJ Cruiser and 4Runner. Most other girls were driving their mother's Rav4s lol

@AutomotivePress 3 ай бұрын

And you still have that FJ right? I want to drive it!

@lunamaria1048 3 ай бұрын

It is destined to be sold soon soon. My parents are soon to begin the process of selling their end of businesses and properly retiring, and plan to be traveling and might settle in Hawaii. Still a few years away, but my father and I came to a great agreement to sell it.

@AutomotivePress 3 ай бұрын

@@lunamaria1048 Sell it to me please!

@groberts1780 3 ай бұрын

I really wanted to like the Corolla Cross hybrid. When I test drove it, I found the road noise to be excessive and the interior oozed cheapness. Then drove a rental RAV4 for a week and it’s leagues above the Corolla Cross.

@kenfrank2730 Ай бұрын

I was interested in the Cross until I found out that it doesn't have a spare tire. I plan on doing a lot of camping and driving on mountain roads. A spare for me is mandatory.

@Lovechie4life Ай бұрын

Theres a space for spare tire it just didnt come with it

@Cathy-e1s 3 ай бұрын

I have the XSE Cross, fully loaded. Fully. Acceleration noise is minimal unless you drive over tons of hills or on highways all day. If that is you, get a different type of vehicle. The XSE is cheaper than the equivalently loaded RAV4. Pick the vehicle that fits your life and your driving needs. Most drivers in this category will NOT notice the difference in power or steering. If you do, you need to get something more entertaining than either of these. You are shopping in the wrong location!!

@erickisel8668 3 ай бұрын

@AutomotivePress: NO heated steering wheel offered in Corolla Cross in the USA. Ridiculous. I am gonna buy the CR-V over RAV4. It is lacking a few things but overall it is best compact SUV.

@markkennedy5335 3 ай бұрын

Not to mention the RAV 4 is now a dinosaur (2019)

@mclroy 3 ай бұрын

I definitely prefer the RAV4 Hybrid

@Drsunnychan 3 ай бұрын

RAV4 hybrid or CRV hybrid?

@erickisel8668 3 ай бұрын

CR-V in my opinion

@markkennedy5335 3 ай бұрын

@@erickisel8668RAV better DNA but is now a dinosaur out since 2019 so CRV

@rightlanehog3151 3 ай бұрын

RAV4 .

@chrismichaels4966 3 ай бұрын

To me the only reason to get the cross hybrid is to avoid Cablegate.

@Hschlick84 3 ай бұрын

Rav4 make more practical sense. More room, better drive quality and is more like an SUV than a hatchback.

@dtna 3 ай бұрын

The NVH in a Corolla Cross is really bad. If you can afford it, I would instead buy the other.

@VanCityDLLM 3 ай бұрын

RAV 4 is enormous.

@silvervuong4135 3 ай бұрын

If Rav4 is the only hybrid option, I'd not buy it. One day, the battery hybrid not working properly, we'd get new one. Saving fuel is not depend on how we drive and how far we go. Hybrid is suck!!! Less tech less stress. I am happy with 24 Rav4 LTD and my old Toyotas ( 2000 LC, 2024 LTD 4RUNNER, and 2014 FJ ). Overall, it is a great video David!! Planning to get gasoline only Corolla Cross .....

@harared831 3 ай бұрын

Think the Corolla have become to expensive compared to other models in the Toyota/Lexus family. The Corolla TS was dissapointing, to much roadnoise.

@Burps___ 3 ай бұрын

Toyota Cross Hybrid recall on braking. Toyota quality sinking. I love my MIJ 2024 4Runner and MIJ 2024 Corolla Hatchback. 🇯🇵

@Cathy-e1s 3 ай бұрын

The recall was on the software, which was fixed in minutes.

@Burps___ 3 ай бұрын

@ Is the massive Tundra engine recall a software fix also? Toyota quality plummeting.

@davedave2109 3 ай бұрын

Alabama factory is a joint venture with Mazda. And does not build using the full "Toyota Production System" philosophy. The quality will never reach Toyota standards.

@andrewwood4013 3 ай бұрын

Honda CR-V Hybrid has better ergonomics, is more comfortable, and better quality. Toyota reliability seems to be slipping.

@kart007k 3 ай бұрын

I agree on your comment with reliability, however it seems to be a US production models that have the most issues.

@Cathy-e1s 3 ай бұрын

Replacing my Touring CR-V would have been 8K more than my fully loaded XSE. So no. Comfortable enough, excellent ergonomics (rehab therapist for 40 years, so I get paid to look at this), and no need for all that storage or passenger space. Fits in small city parking spaces like a dream.