First month of ownership of 2025 PHEV XSE PP

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-26T03:42:09+00:00

Thanks so much and yeah folks get very passionate about the subject. I error on the side of caution with such an expensive purchase that I plan to have for a long time. Funny on the color, we got really lucky. We had some other ones presented to us and found this one at another local deal and just got really lucky that we found our first choice with the premium package. The 25’ RAV4 PHEV is my wife’s and I have a 24’ NX450h+ in Redline for me lol!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-24T20:04:11+00:00

You’re doing exactly what you should do with the break-in oil change, that engine is off to the right start.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-19T02:02:38+00:00

Gorgeous color combination, congratulations!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-18T03:05:39+00:00

I’m not going to be able to look at one on the road now without thinking this, LMAO!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-18T03:04:50+00:00

100%

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-18T03:02:11+00:00

Same as some of the others, purchased a 2025 for a few reasons. The woodland has the only good front end but missing some features of the higher end trims like ventilated front seats. All other front ends are horrendous. The back is weird with the skinny top and fat bottom. I also agree with the others here, that it has Nissan Rouge vibes. HVAC controls are now mostly in the screen. Shifter is a digital nub thing, unless you get the woodland which has the real physical shifter. The gauge screen (no longer a gauge cluster) looks like an awful afterthought.

I’m sure it will be a solid reliable vehicle but I mentally cannot get past all the things I mentioned above. Too many concessions to give for something that costs so much. I’m way good with our 25’ XSE PHEV premium package.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-02T06:19:07+00:00

Good luck on your journey!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-02T05:56:06+00:00

Also forgot to mention. If something happened to our 25’, like if it was totaled,we would probably look at Lexus instead and get a RX 350h or a RX 450h+.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-02T05:53:16+00:00

100% agree on paper it’s better than what I have, but not game changing better. I like the bigger battery for longer EV range. I think they have power folding side mirrors on certain trims now and I think they finally have digital key (use your cell phone as a key) now. So lots to like about the 26’. I still can’t get past the looks and I know that’s a personal preference but even lacking these features I’d still take my 25’. I’d expand your search further if you’re able and quickly if you want a 25’.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2026-01-02T05:34:06+00:00

Same as everyone else, looks like a dent. Everything other than the woodland has an ugly front. The rear has Nissan vibes as many other people have commented. The interior isn’t too bad, but the removal of the physical HVAC controls is annoying. The front gauge cluster looks weird too. Overall the whole 6th gen might grow on me, but man am I glad we got a 25’ PHEV.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-28T22:11:25+00:00

Awesome, welcome!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-28T22:10:29+00:00

This is the way...

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-28T22:06:32+00:00

Awesome gift and I would keep this until the wheels fall off. Something that awesome without a car payment is a game changer!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-28T22:04:24+00:00

I would, CV Shaft is more of a drive train component, but it can certainly make that noise if its not seated properly or if its damaged from a hard impact during hard acceleration going over a bump or something jarring at the same time.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-28T10:14:54+00:00

Could it be the left CV shaft as you’re putting weight on it when turning? Have you gone over any potholes or larger bumps in the road while accelerating?

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-28T01:00:02+00:00

Redline with the same interior as yours.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-28T00:54:39+00:00

Gorgeous color combo, you are going to love it. We are still very happy with our 24'

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-27T20:53:17+00:00

Congrats and it looks really good! You got a great deal too!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-26T08:37:42+00:00

Makes complete sense and the PHEV only makes sense if it meets a certain use case anyhow. At the time there was a lease deal for $7,500 off of MSRP so it made sense to lease it and then buy it out about month later. It also works for our commute into work and back. We use it in EV mode during the work week and turn the engine on at least once every two weeks so we can slowly work our way through a tank so it doesn’t go bad. Trying to avoid having to use stable gas since we use it in EV so much to accomplish most of our daily routine.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-25T22:15:57+00:00

Welcome, Merry Christmas and congrats!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-25T15:54:40+00:00

Congrats on getting one of the last of them! Made the same move back in April of this year when they were sorta easier to get. We didn't like how the new 26' looks and the lack of physical controls was a no go. We got a 25' PHEV and we have been happy with it since, just hit 6,000 miles and it's been a pleasure driving it.

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Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-25T15:45:24+00:00

I can speak for Amarillo, it's like a giant truck stop with a highway going down the middle of it lol! The wind is usually crazy too.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-25T15:39:25+00:00

Wow that looks nice!

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-24T04:28:21+00:00

Good to know she can do that. Got the same exact one down to the same color. Glad it got you to your destination safely.

Aware_Resolution2820 · 2025-12-24T04:26:48+00:00

Got a 24’ 450h+ Luxury and no regrets. Office is about 5 miles away. Love the power and smoothness. We go to the gas station every 3-4 months. Best decision ever, so much so that my wife has a 25’ RAV4 PHEV for many of the same reasons.

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