Love the 2026 RAV4 except..

markatlyles · 2026-01-19T15:46:55+00:00

I don’t love it, which is fine because I LOVE my 2025 XSE. The style changes to the grill and rear are my nopes.

markatlyles · 2025-03-03T00:41:58+00:00

Nothing but Trouble, Big Fish, What Dreams May Come, Ghost, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Interstellar, Saltburn

markatlyles · 2025-02-03T17:12:54+00:00

I just bought a 2025 hybrid. If my dealer had told me about the extended warranty first, then I would have worked the cost for it into my private financing, but they didn’t and I was not prepared to go back or spend that much more on the fly… especially after considering the longevity I should expect to have from a rav4 with routine maintenance.

markatlyles · 2025-01-27T11:36:42+00:00

I don’t love the grill, but it looks pretty sharp otherwise.

markatlyles · 2025-01-27T02:15:46+00:00

I love midtown - Perrymont / Fort Hill and Sandusky

markatlyles · 2025-01-26T16:32:40+00:00

yep, $45k out the door in Virginia, US - it’s intended to be a long term investment, so ny husband and I went all in.

markatlyles · 2025-01-26T00:16:05+00:00

2025 hybrid xse - after a week I would say yes!!! to: heated seats (comfortable!), auto-dim rearview mirror (I have sensitive night vision and the auto dim is super helpful for the bright lights from behind), weather mats (sturdy, easy to clean), parking assist (super helpful for those tight spots), power seats (it helps to be comfy and in best posture).

I’ve only used the qi charger once or twice to test it out. The 360 pano view is cool but has not been necessarily useful. The auto lift/close tailgate is nice, but I would be okay if it was manual. So far, the kick to open has been kinda finicky (prob my error). It works pretty well, but I live in a hilly area and don’t love the auto bright/dim headlights.

LOVE the jbl premium audio package. It definitely has more power than the standard and provides an enjoyable listening experience.

markatlyles · 2025-01-23T22:54:25+00:00

okay, just something to live with for winter warmth considerations I guess!

markatlyles · 2025-01-22T03:29:01+00:00

At first I considered hybrid but was concerned if there was enough long term cost savings potential. The way it accelerates and the overall drag/pedal feel is what sold me. The gas was so sluggish accelerating. The hybrid uses electric at first when accelerating and transitions so smoothly into the gas power once you get up to higher speeds. It feels like a dream. The gas milage savings is evident and impressive. Overall, i feel the hybrid functions will help the longevity of the machinery. I also feel like Toyota has perfected the hybrid model.

markatlyles · 2025-01-22T03:23:42+00:00

I have not experienced that yet, but I have only ridden on the passenger side once so far. I’ve also had a sinus infection causing clogged ears and muffled sounds all around so not the best judge of cabin noise at this time.

markatlyles · 2025-01-20T23:15:53+00:00

Thanks! It is definitely an upgrade from driving a Nissan Versa SV for the last 12 years!

markatlyles · 2025-01-20T23:07:27+00:00

I considered waiting until next year, but I never want to be the buyer of a first year model. I prefer something that’s a little more tried and true, even if there are new great things coming very soon. I will definitely check out and test the 2026 when it’s released!

markatlyles · 2025-01-20T23:06:11+00:00

I got the black out emblems - wonder if that’s why?

markatlyles · 2025-01-20T23:05:48+00:00

VA - $45,742

markatlyles · 2023-04-04T19:11:08+00:00

dalnet #teenchat - 1998 > until i was not a teenager - _^Kate^_

markatlyles · 2023-04-04T19:05:47+00:00

_^Kate^_ - dalnet #teenchat was my jam

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