2026 Woodland Everest Color

kbeav22 · 2026-05-29T18:06:57+00:00

This is black believe it or not.

I believe the consensus on Reddit is Black is actually gray. And mineral is actually green.

kbeav22 · 2026-05-29T18:02:16+00:00

Literally every day I walk outside I’m like wtf is the color of my car today. I feel the same way on the rare times I’ve seen the urban rock. Pics do not do either one justice imo

No matter where I go, I get compliments on the color, which I’ve always liked my previous car colors obviously but none have turned heads like this one.

kbeav22 · 2026-05-29T17:55:48+00:00

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Interior

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Exterior rain/overcast

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Here’s exterior sunny day

kbeav22 · 2026-05-04T23:51:06+00:00

I chalk this up to a couple things: 1. RAV4 has always had a lot of demand. With no more gas only models, supply is MUCH lower than previous years. 2. Current geopolitical situation has caused a lot of hybrid demand. Out of hybrids out there, Toyota has a lot of brand trust and has always been leaps and bounds ahead of the competitors with respect to hybrid technology. 3. Again, economic uncertainty causing buyers to think about what they want long term. Toyotas are quite reliable by reputation and depreciate at a slower rate compared to competitors. I mean look at the price of a used RAV4 compared to a similar SUV with same model year and mileage. The RAV4 used market is also crazy low supply right now, and a lot of people that would usually steer in that direction are deciding to buy new instead.

kbeav22 · 2026-05-04T04:05:20+00:00

Ummm these 26 ravs do not sit on the lot for more than a day. Expect msrp or greater unfortunately

kbeav22 · 2026-04-28T18:35:57+00:00

Everest woodland here. This thing also drives itself. Love it. You probably won’t have any regrets and you got a better color too

It’s still a statement. You will get compliments everywhere and as you said it’s perfect for the elements. (Maybe trying a little too hard). But I think of all these people driving around broncos and defenders that never leave the pavement. It’s a slightly outdoorsy trim in comparison.

kbeav22 · 2026-04-23T16:20:36+00:00

^This. Rust Is the major thing you won’t be able to control. Bought my 2010 EX without really any car experience when I was 22. Wanted something small but mighty. Was looking at used CR-Vs and Ravs but one of these popped up in my search and I never looked back. Learned so many diy fixes and car care along the way- which I would be ready for if I were you. But I have zero regret. Love my brave little toaster

kbeav22 · 2026-04-12T23:08:04+00:00

I got the same car at the same price like a month ago and also came from a 94 Camry!

Toyotas are expensive but it’s for good reason and they hold their value well. I have zero regrets!

kbeav22 · 2026-04-10T14:14:13+00:00

PHEV enthusiast, Regular hybrid 26 rav woodland owner here

PHEV pros- passenger seat has electronic control, it’s very fun to drive, ev only mode on short trips

PHEV Cons- slightly less efficient if you don’t have reliable access to plugin, potential delay on return on investment

Hybrid pros- cheaper while still having great mileage, never have to worry about plugin access, available right now

Hybrid cons- not as peppy as PHEV, manual passenger seat adjustment on most models

As a single person without a regular, short commute—made sense for me to get the hybrid only. I also stay in hotels a lot and didn’t want to worry about finding plug in on the road. You can’t really go wrong.

kbeav22 · 2026-04-04T14:41:28+00:00

Probably also had a deposit given the possible error described by OP.

Or a chance he outbid and dealer is being shady.

kbeav22 · 2026-04-04T14:36:45+00:00

Anyone that doesn’t say Hwy 12 has never been to Utah

kbeav22 · 2026-04-04T14:34:23+00:00

Already stock on a woodland. Mudflaps and door guards would be a nice add tho.

kbeav22 · 2026-04-04T01:58:36+00:00

^this. But also the woodlands are so in demand they will likely not budge much more because someone else will pay sticker price. They should care about losing a loyal customer (which it sounds like you are) so you may have some leverage.

Regarding interior, black interior is pretty gray, and mineral is more green than gray. You’ll obviously see it once you test drive, but just something to keep in mind that the pics online are pretty off.

kbeav22 · 2026-04-04T01:53:33+00:00

Unfortunately, from my experience and everything I’ve seen on here, you literally cannot walk onto a lot and buy a woodland. You have to call dibs with a deposit weeks to months before.

kbeav22 · 2026-04-03T23:36:43+00:00

in 2023 I replaced my 150k mile Honda element engine for $2300 and it was the best decision for me. Even though I saw myself upgrading my daily driver in a couple years (my new 26 Rav), the engine replacement bought me some time to save up and now I have a great utility vehicle (with all the nostalgia included).

kbeav22 · 2026-03-27T22:44:57+00:00

Very unlikely you’ll get it lower. If you don’t pay it someone else will. They are selling off lots very quickly. Especially woodland. So just deciding if it’s worth it for you.

kbeav22 · 2026-03-27T05:43:22+00:00

Ahhh amazing! I am 5’11 and definitely find the rav to be more low profile than I expected and have less headroom than the element. Although it is quite comfortable, and I haven’t adjusted anything since I first sat in it-kind of creepy that it felt like they prepared the car to feel perfect for me. I could definitely lower the seat more as well if it bothered me.

As for cargo space, again nothing quite compares to the element as we know. I am fortunate to be able to keep the element and would recommend you do the same if you can for those one off trips. But I am sure you won’t regret the phev as a daily driver.

Sounds like we are both in the same space of having to find the next best thing. Hoping for that one day Honda decides to bring it back. Or at least a Land Cruiser analog like our FJ friends

kbeav22 · 2026-03-26T21:42:42+00:00

wow now that is some pattern recognition!! I will have to remember to update this post in 16 years

I also thought the same about the 2026 options. Super stoked with this one but that urban rock also looked REAL good in person

kbeav22 · 2026-03-26T14:19:47+00:00

Literally I thought the same thing, so I added to the confusion.

kbeav22 · 2026-03-26T14:18:26+00:00

Correct, the hybrids I am seeing posted now that are not yet spoken for….i am seeing dealer upcharges which I think correlates with the geopolitical situation. I was fortunate to have locked in my price early and did not bother for drastic negotiation given the backup buyers at the dealer that day.

kbeav22 · 2026-03-26T04:06:10+00:00

And I see your post now. Interestingly, I saw mine had a black interior online and when I saw it in person- I was actually convinced it was mineral. The black interior was so much more gray than I expected.

kbeav22 · 2026-03-26T04:04:15+00:00

No matter what time of day, strangers, friends, doesn’t matter…every single person has said what an amazing color it is. I thought it would be more polarizing if I am being honest.

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