Why It's Still Good - 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE AWD Review

This generation of the RAV4 is now 3 years old, so what makes it still good? M.S.R.P. - $38,760.
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[@kevink.1431]

I just got that exact same car 12 days ago. Only difference is the color. I got the "Blue Print". The Blue is absolutely gorgeous. I totally love this car. Has all the features I want, and is fun to drive. The gas mileage is pretty good too. Will need to gas up for the first time in a couple more days. Filling up twice a month is better than twice a week with my previous car. (Yes I'm very happy). : )

[@AutoAcademics]

Yeah. With fuel economy (and relative performance) like that, it'll be hard to go back, Kevin K. Congrats on your new car and thanks for watching!

[@awesomecow7256]

I got mine one month ago and love love it. It is amazing for our small family.

[@Kindness808]

Just got one last week! I love it. Has all the features I wanted and more. I tend to keep a vehicle for 8-10 years and this one will be more than easy to live with. Thanks so much for the update.

[@AutoAcademics]

Congrats on your new car, Victoria. You got a good one. Thanks for watching!

[@paulm6481]

Simply the best small CUV on planet. Nothing even close to it.

[@AutoAcademics]

It's a really good car, Paul M. Thanks for watching!

[@wayniac26]

I just got this car and I am 😍!! I got the Windchill Pearl color, after having my 2007 Matrix XR for almost 17 years. This car is the best upgrade for me!! Highly recommend this vehicle 😍

[@awesomecow7256]

We just got ours about a month ago. we are in love with our silver hybrid xse. Our son is 10 and we wanted to get a vehicle that we could keep until he is ready to drive and pass it on to him and I believe this will be the perfect vehicle for that.Safe but still looks nice.

[@AutoAcademics]

That's good thinking, Tiffiny Graham. The RAV4 should serve you (and your son) well for many years. Enjoy it and thanks for watching!

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Great review! I still love my RX350 after 11 years!😁

[@AutoAcademics]

Nice! Enjoy it, Eleanor Massaro, and thanks for watching!

[@NinerK]

Great video, thanks Chris! I have a 2021 XSE Hybrid and still look forward to driving it every day and going on road trips.

[@AutoAcademics]

Nice! Enjoy your RAV4, NinerK, and thanks for watching!

[@americandude3825]

Hot dang your videos are high definition and your dialogue, filmography and audio are fantastic. Amazing !

[@AutoAcademics]

We truly appreciate that, American Dude. Thanks for watching!

[@ntelly9979]

Great video , fun to watch while learning so much.

[@susanmeredith4957]

Have the Limited on order. Who knows when it will arrive, but looking forward to it.

[@AutoAcademics]

Nice! Congrats on your new car, Susan Meredith, and thanks for watching!

[@msbg8385]

I've been wanting the limited there are none at the dealerships right now 😩

[@AutoAcademics]

@@msbg8385 Sadly, supply is low right now for pretty much all cars, Ms BG 83, making it a difficult time to buy. But hang in there and try not to pay too much. Thanks for sharing and for watching!

[@richking4705]

There’s a reason you gotta wait years to get one , king of the jungle

[@24bergman]

I feel like RAV4 owners are just as enthusiastic about their vehicles as Tesla drivers. I’d really like to see the Prime, that’s a great looking truck.

[@AutoAcademics]

I'd love to check the Prime out as well, Mitch B, but Toyota doesn't have any in the press fleet in this region. Hopefully, soon though. Thanks for watching!

[@awesomecow7256]

Yes we are we love them

[@thebluvdone]

Love the lean 💪

[@AutoAcademics]

Ha! Thanks for watching, Barry Payne!

[@Sammyt07]

The jbl sound system is very good

[@nige]

The 2022 xse looks pretty sweet. I like all the features!

[@MrDjh66]

Rear seats recline should move up

[@dj3114]

I think it's lack of movement on the hybrid because the battery is under the rear seat. Guessing a compromise so there wasn't a reduction in cargo space.

[@NoOne-oe3co]

Lol still good the things a year old of course it is still good, even terrible vehicles are still good after a year.

[@AutoAcademics]

Not with all the new vehicles that have come out since it's redesign, No One. Remember, we see vehicles as they evolve week after week, year after year, allowing details to stand out way easier than if we drove a new car only a few times a year. But as Chris explained, this RAV4 has held up well, even when compared to the new cars that have hit the market since it's redesign. And we disagree. Terrible vehicles are still terrible, especially after a year... or three.

[@ENTJ47]

Shame they use halogen light bulbs on turn signals - for an XSE 2021 - shame.

[@GrumpyYank26]

what bums me out about this rav4 compared to the cr-v is the AWD system. The Honda has a true AWD and is better in the snow (consumer reports). THAT is the thing that is holding me back from getting a rav4 . After having a subaru for years I know what a really good AWD feels like and I just wish the rav4 wasn't at the bottom of the pack in this regard

[@AutoAcademics]

While we rarely get snow in the Atlanta area, that is a legit concern, BestTotoro, and something to think about. But if you're mainly dealing with light snow, it should do just fine. Thanks for sharing and for watching!

[@GrumpyYank26]

@@AutoAcademicsdidnt know u were in atlanta. I like your channel but have lived north all my life...maybe there is a mini you who covers snow etc conditions?! Stay well

[@dj3114]

You're right about that. Did choose the RAV because it's rare that I need the AWD even in Iowa anymore. However, when I do, I'll admit that the electronic AWD isn't near as good as having a drive shaft like the Subies and Honda CRV Hybrid. However, in just snow, it hasn't been a problem yet.

[@SawItWithMyOwnEyes]

If a rav 4 owner was a person…