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WCCGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 7 reviews
- 3 likes
Comfort with incredible economy
Hi!
Some of you may have seen my earlier review of my Nissan X-Trail Ti. I have traded it to a Cruiser Hybrid eFour. After 1 tank of fuel, I can report that it is way more comfortable and economical. I ordered mine with nutmeg colour leather internal / electric blue external combo and have to wait 6 months for it. Lucky or unlucky either way, I was in the Great Melbourne Lockdown for a good ~4 months. Therefore, it did not bother me with the wait.
We managed the first tank with 47Lt for 841km @ 17.89km/Lt or 5.59Lt/100km. The trip computer is...Read more
now reset and it is showing an amazing 935km to empty. Considering that I have the A/C on, the engine is still feeling tight and I am not sure how to really drive a Hybrid economically. I was impressed with my first tank. I noticed this same early fuel warning light situation that is being reported / questioned by a few people....I will keep an eye on this and report in the next update. For this first tank, we have travelled ~80% low speed (20~60km/hr) commute, one testing drive up Mt Dandenong and one short cruise down to Mornington. The testing drive to Mt D included winding roads, unsealed tracks and one very steep downhill track that I have tested the previous T31 & T32 X-Trail with. Drive a Hybrid eFour is a very different experience compared to a conventional petrol all wheel drive vehicle. This is especially noticeable on winding mountain road. I am a driver that uses gear level more than brake pedal (I encourage you to practise this for safety reason). This does not matter whether you are driving a DCT, CVT or normal automatic vehicle. By using the CVT transmission (in this case) to induce engine braking, the hybrid system come along and help brake / slow the car down and re-charge the battery at the same time. (I changed the dash display to show the all wheel drive status) Exiting corner with a "Firmish" right foot smoothly power out of corners in "Electric Assisted All Wheel Drive Mode". The RAV4 is now became an "All Wheel Drive" driver car. (It started to feel like the Golf GTSport that I used to own in a much larger form.)Purchased in November 2020.
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FonsieSydney, NSW
Great packaging. Overall a well designed SUV
This car is fantastic. The Hybrid changeover from battery to engine is unobtrusive and seamless. Visibility is great and one of the best in the segment The large windows also make it easier for the kids to see out. It has plenty of power for what we need as a family car for work, school drop offs, shopping etc. Real world fuel economy has been 5.7 l/100 kms. The suspension is well balanced and the car is noticeably quieter than my previous 2016 RAV4 Cruiser.
Like any vehicle, there could always be some improvements. The transmission tunnel is v...Read more
Purchased in June 2020.
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Johnson T.Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 3 reviews
Lovely SUV and good petrol consumption
I bought the Rav4 Hybrid Cruiser since Aug 2019. These are the benefit points:
- value for money
- low petrol consumption (900 km mileage usage per tank)
- Quite and smooth transmission
- Top interior quality
Purchased in August 2019 at Toyota Dealers for A$45,600.00.
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natureboy t.Far North Queensland, QLD
Simply one of THEE BEST cars I've owned.
I use my car going off in trips and around town. I get it serviced every 6 months and the ONLY issue is the drivers window. The cog must be stuck, but never bothered to get it repaired, not important. Its got 109,000. ks on it.
Purchased in September 2005 at Toyota Dealers.
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JustinMelbourne
- 12 reviews
- 2 likes
- RAV4 XA50 FWD 2.5L Hybrid GX (2019-2020)
- Verified purchase
Absolutely love it
Such a great drive, so relaxed & comfortable with outstanding fuel efficiency. Brakes are fantastic a massive improvement on my previous 07/2015 Camry Altise Hybrid. Really good space making it feel so spacious inside whilst feeling compact outside, noise levels inside are really quiet. Awesome tech & safety features like Radar Cruise Control, Blind spot Monitoring, Lane keep assist & CarPlay, etc make any journey enjoyable & calming. Vision is fantastic, especially like the extra little windows on the front doors instead of internal side mirror covers which really reduces the front blind spots, side mirrors also give an excellent view down both sides. Nice looking vehicle even the base model, highly recommended. Great job Toyota.
Purchased in July 2020.
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FrankMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
No brainer
If you thinking of spending around $40K for a SUV, strongly consider the Toyota RAV 4 Hybrid. It has numerous safety features with many bells and whistles. Extremely fuel efficient. Currently getting around 880 km on a tank of petrol. Fuel gauge is displaying 5.7 litres per 100 km. Extremely quiet and excellent for the environment. It will hold its value over many years. Had to wait 5 months for delivery but well worth the wait. Toyota have been making hybrids for over 20 years so their technology is well ahead of the pack. Highly recommended. Absolute no brainer.
Purchased in May 2020 at Toyota Dealers.
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Carol DowningCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC
- 4 reviews
- 3 likes
Reliable and easy to use
Love my Rav 4 - bought second hand from Toyata dealer. It had done a lot of km but good service history - 80k when bought but we drove it from Mel to Perth 5 weeks after purchasing! There and back and not one hitch! Ecomonimcal to run but it is a diesel - We upgraded from a Coralla and happy we did - much more comfortable and surprisingly spacious in back seats. Body work a little light weight but all cars seem to be like that now. I agree with others the suspension is AWFUL - can't believe they got away with this for a SUV. Others brands I tri...Read more
ed were so much better in that department - but is is super reliable and I would always buy Toyota as we do long drives and I trust the brand..... Cup holders really badly positioned - get a practical woman to design them in the next model Toyota!!!Purchased in October 2019 for A$20,000.00.
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Sam CartwrightSydney, NSW
- 3 reviews
- 1 like
Hybrids are amazing
My wife and I bought this car recently. It is so quiet and drives like butter. We love the car and everything about it, great interiors, enough room in the back for our dog, the stereo system has wonderful sound. It has a really top notch safety rating which is the main reason we got it. Mechanically I trust toyota always, so far so good with this one too.
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SUN SUNGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 19 reviews
- 8 likes
Love this car
Next month will be 6 years we have the rav on diesel we just done 80000 km services it’s bit costly but we happy with never had any issues been told the car still as new
Purchased in May 2014 at Lemans toyota for A$42,000.00.
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Al fernGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 10 reviews
- 4 likes
- RAV4 XA50 FWD 2.5L Hybrid Cruiser (2019-2020)
- Verified purchase
Saves me petrol & nice ride
I use my car to drive to work, run errands and occasionally drive off-road for picnics and adventure.
The car is driven daily and even more on weekends & public holidays.
The car comes with a 5 year unlimited warranty so it’s a peace of mind and every annual service has been pegged so bring it back to the dealer is not worrying at all that you’re going to get ripped off!
Purchased in June 2019 for A$45,000.00.
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Leigh DGippsland, VIC
Waiting
Just read these reviews of the RAV4 GXL HYBRID. Thank you, I ordered mine today, there is a wait of approx 4 months, however I have a feeling it may arrive sooner. My test drive was fabulous. It’s much quieter than my Mazda3. It handles well and with so many features I can’t wait to get behind the wheel .
Purchased in January 2020 for A$41.00.
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ZellyLaunceston, TAS
- 2 reviews
- 3 likes
Best decision ever
After realizing that diesel engines in cars in Australia are basically being phased out, we decided to look at the alternatives. Fuel economy was no.1 on our list as we drive 180kms a day. Luckily, after doing some homework, we took the Rav 4 hybrid for a drive. Very surprised by the performance, cab space and standard features against the competitors and it was cheaper! What's more,Toyota offered a guaranteed buy back price after 4 years, which was about 50% of the original value and that's doing 45,000kms a year. It's a few kms over for the 1...Read more
st service at 15,000, and no issues to attend to apart from the service and that's a 1st for me! Well done Toyota and the team at Launceston Toyota, awesome to deal with backed up by their service department.Purchased in July 2019 at Launceston Toyota.
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Bundy
- 2 reviews
- 2 likes
Rav4 Hybrid: Apple CarPlay not worth the effort
This is not a review of the RAV4 Hybrid, its a pretty good all round car but I just picked my car up from the dealer after the Apple CarPlay "upgrade". The poor girl trying to show me how the Apple CarPlay worked was stumped and so was I neither of us could find it. Until she went and asked the Tech. YOU NEED A CORD! The car has wireless charging for goodness sake. So the answer is if you want Apple CarPlay you will need to connect your phone via a cord to enable it, as you proceed to place it down for wireless charging. Not sure why Toyota bothered. I was disappointed.
Purchased in September 2019.
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fptrmooloolaba
- 4 reviews
- 2 likes
great car BUT
had this new since 2013 serrvices all done current mileage 55400km highway consumption 7 litres per 100km at 90k 8 litres at 100k BUT BUT around town and i drive smoothly i only get 18litres per 100k
being a pensioner this is making my car unaffordable and noone can tell me the problem i would be checking local consumption before u buy this model in all other reespects its ba great car but the servicing is expensive when not much is done
Purchased in January 2013.
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Canberra DaddyKingston 2604, ACT
- 23 reviews
- 19 likes
Glimpse of automotive future
4 months wait to get the combination I wanted - Pearl White AWD Hybrid Cruiser with tan leather, sunroof and dash cam. When I picked it up in early September 2019, I was told the wait time for this model had blown out to 8 months.
Adaptive cruise control is brilliant on the freeways and around town, keeping you the correct distance behind the car in front, even when they brake suddenly. The automatic lane keeping is a little hit & miss where the road markings are not absolutely clear - you still need hands on the wheel. 360 camera makes ...Read more
parking and tight spaces a breeze. The controls are complex and take a lot of reading of the manuals and practice to be comfortable. Having said that, the car is brilliant to drive, 6 l/100km and feels very solid and safe. Fuel economy is the same around town and on the highway. My experience is that you are best to let the hybrid computer drive itself and ignore the changeover from battery to petrol. Battery power is quiet and good for leaving basement parking early in the mornings. Lucky to get 1km on battery before engine kicks in. The car cost $49,000 On the road, including 5 years roadside assist and 5 years of annual servicing @ $210 per service. ACT Govt stamp duty is rebated fro Hybrids, a savings of $1,500.Purchased in September 2019.
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Daniel P.Hunter Region, NSW
- 15 reviews
- 9 likes
Brilliant
A solid car.
Has plenty of room for my needs, is fuel efficient, has a great build and is very robust.
The ease of use is brilliant and the seller offers great service if required
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BrianWellington
- 13 reviews
- 26 likes
Motoring perfection.
I ordered a white GXL Hybrid AWD without even test driving one in April 2019. This beautiful machine arrived 10 days later with towbar fitted. What can I say, Toyota have absolutely nailed it this time.
Its generally quiet, composed, refined, and everything I wanted from a vehicle. Best car I have owned in 35 years of driving.
It ticked every box, and then some: AWD, power, economy, comfortable cloth seats, auto wipers, reliable, big boot, small enough to park, tows 1700kg, full size alloy spare wheel, radar cruise to zero, auto lights, auto ...Read more
Purchased in April 2019.
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karenandjason4South East Queensland, QLD
- 2 reviews
- 1 like
Love my rav4
I have loved my experience with my rav4. We use it for family transport, we've done a ltttle off roadinf, I cna fit sooooo much stuff in it you wouldn't believe the space inside! Lots of little storage spots and an awesome boot compartment underneath the floor of the already massive back section of the car. Love it.
Purchased in June 2018 for A$8,000.00.
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blackphase3Sydney, NSW
- 6 reviews
A car that does its job
This is my daily driver.
Bought it just over 18 months ago, and over that time I've been getting 8.8 l/100km, which I can't really complain about. That's over a general mix of peak-hour traffic (17km each way) and easier weekend driving.
It has all the bells and whistles I need - active cruise control, AEB, rear camera, parking sensors, lane departure warning. The only thing I'd like would have been to include Apple Carplay/Android Auto. As it is I leave an iPod in the car, so all music is played off that. If I want to listen to something str...Read more
eamed, it plays via bluetooth audio from my phone without a problem. The inbuilt GPS works, but it's just easier to use it from my phone. Have been taking it back to the dealer for servicing, as it's just easier. Have been happy with them so far, and capped-price servicing makes budget planning a bit easier.Purchased in April 2018 at Toyota Dealers.
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CPWSydney Surrounds, NSW
- 16 reviews
- 7 likes
- RAV4 XA40 FWD 2.0L Petrol GXL (2013-2019)
- Verified purchase
My first Toyota & a very pleasant surprise overall!
In the last few years I have owned several different SUVs, including the Hyundai IX35, & Tucson, and the Mazda CX5. I changed brands again this time when I bought the 2018 Toyota Rav4 GXL automatic, in June with less 5000 kms on the Odometer.
I was impressed with its comfort, safety features and the huge amount of space when the back seats are down. It is the last model Rav4 from Toyota to have a CD player, which for me was a real plus!
The 2 Litre engine has plenty of power but at the same time is very economic on petrol - consumption av...Read more
eraging far less than 7 litres per 100 kms on my local roads. Being automatic it is very smooth and so easy to drive in traffic. Responsive when extra power is necessary but content to cruise at 80 kms per hour on our local highways. Many safety features are standard with this model - far more than I have had in any of my previous cars. In heavy city traffic, this is indeed a bonus. Regular Toyota servicing is capped at only $180 each 6 months. It has the balance of its 3 year warranty but I am not anticipating any major problems as so far, it has been very reliable. The warranty runs till July 2021. Of course it has been overshadowed by the arrival of the new 2019 model, now available as a hybrid.Purchased in June 2019 for A$31,000.00.
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Questions & Answers
Mick G.asked
Has anyone fitted different wheels to their 2020 RAV4 Edge? If so do you have an OEM wheel for sale. I would like a full size spare but am not prepared to pay $2000 for a new rim. Mick G.
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Leeasked
2wd Hybrid Cruiser - While on stop and dead silent, I hear a very faint but constant high pitch whining sound. It goes away when I further depress the brake but only after the drilling sound. Has anyone ever noticed this or has this ever happened to you?
2 answers
Yes we have that too. I just have the audio system on and then don't hear it
Same, its on all Hybrid Rav4's apparently.
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| Category | Midsize / Medium SUVs | Midsize / Medium SUVs | Midsize / Medium SUVs | Midsize / Medium SUVs |
| Starting Price | A$36,670 | A$40,378 | A$43,365 | A$39,245 |
| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) and Manual | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Hybrid |
| Wheels | 17" Allow | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| ANCAP Safety Rating | 5 Stars | 5 Stars | 5 Stars | 5 Stars |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L | 55 L | 55 L |
| Engine | 4 Cylinder 2.0L | 4 Cylinder 2.0L | 4 Cylinder 2.0L | 4 Cylinder 2.5L |
| Max Power | 127kW @ 6600rpm | 127kW @ 6600rpm | 127kW @ 6600rpm | 160kW |
| Max Torque | 203Nm @ 4400-4900rpm | 203Nm @ 4400-4900rpm | 203Nm @ 4400-4900rpm | 221Nm @ 3600rpm |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 190 mm | 195 mm | 190 mm |
| Maximum Towing Capacity (braked) | 800 kg | 800 kg | 800 kg | 480 kg |
| Maximum Towing Capacity (unbraked) | 750 kg | 750 kg | 750 kg | 480 kg |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 5 year(s) | 5 year(s) | 5 year(s) | 5 year(s) |
| Release date | May 2019 | May 2019 | May 2019 | May 2019 |
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Canberra Daddy
Similar to Bundy, I also had the Apple CarPlay upgrade done at zero cost by the Toyota dealer.
At least he had someone who tried to help him. I just got blank looks. CarPlay does no more than the ... Read more
standard fit and must be plugged into a USB port to work. The main issue I found was that the phone became very hot when connected, to the point that I felt it was doing damage.