2026 RAV4 Debuts
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These are economy cars lol. It’s not terrible because it’s not a performance car. Power is more than adequate for the people who drive them.
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The PHEV is the only one I would ever consider in the first place lol! It's surprising they didn't shove that driveline into absolutely everything they could
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I'll probably embarass myself, I don't look at engine specs so I really have no idea these days what's out there.. Lol
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Only massive NA engines, diesels need to spool or the power isn't there instantly
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I imagine if Striker showed up at my office and started explaining to my staff why a V8 provides a much smoother and luxurious driving experience, their eyes would start to glaze over and they'd be looking at their watches. They DGAF.
Would I ever be satisfied with a Rav4? Hell no. I like speed and power. But none of us are normal in here. Except maybe @Margate330 He's pretty normal.
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I can't throw a rock at my office or church parking lots without hitting a Rav4. They're more than adequate for normies who just want a transportation appliance. They probably don't even realize the engines are underpowered and buzzy because they've never known anything else. If they're under 40 they've likely been driving mostly 4 cylinders for most of their life. 4 cylinder Camries, 4 cylinder Accords, etc.
I imagine if Striker showed up at my office and started explaining to my staff why a V8 provides a much smoother and luxurious driving experience, their eyes would start to glaze over and they'd be looking at their watches. They DGAF.
Would I ever be satisfied with a Rav4? Hell no. I like speed and power. But none of us are normal in here. Except maybe @Margate330 He's pretty normal.
I imagine if Striker showed up at my office and started explaining to my staff why a V8 provides a much smoother and luxurious driving experience, their eyes would start to glaze over and they'd be looking at their watches. They DGAF.
Would I ever be satisfied with a Rav4? Hell no. I like speed and power. But none of us are normal in here. Except maybe @Margate330 He's pretty normal.
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I truly never understand the hate this forum has for the RAV4. Don't want one? Don't buy one. I drive a 2019 hybrid one frequently and it's not noisy at all and it offers great torque, comfortable seats, price appropriate materials, and though it's subjective, I think it looks good. Great features like a panoramic roof that opens, digital rear view mirror, CarPlay, radar cruise, etc. It's all on the price point, in my opinion.
Just out of curiosity, how did you know it was 4500 RPM? The hybrid doesn't have a tach. Or are you just that good?
Just out of curiosity, how did you know it was 4500 RPM? The hybrid doesn't have a tach. Or are you just that good?
I’m trying to remember if any of our hybrids had a tach.
But they invested in this “GR brand” with Supra, 86, Corolla, Yaris which has actually built an enthusiast following. There is no reason to water it down by selling a GR Rav4. The Rav4 doesnt need the GR trim, it will sell well no matter what. I just dont get the strategy of shooting yourself in the foot when you spent millions in advertising to establish GR as real enthusiast cars.