The Patrika Auto Review: 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE AWDFamily Orientated Winner!

By Veeno Dewan

The 2023 RAV4, is the models fifthgeneration redesign, and features edgier styling with cues from the Tacoma and 4Runner SUVs. There is a bolder, distinctive front end and a wonderful contrasting black roof along with black outlined wheel arches. Blue accented badges on the front-quarter panels and tailgate denote the hybrid model. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid also has a redesigned interior design, with durable finishes, and A roomy, well thought out cabin. New for 2023, the RAV4 Hybrid is equipped with a standard 8.0-inch infotainment display using the latest version of Toyota Audio Multimedia. Higher trims upgrade to a 10.5-inch touchscreen.

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is powered by a 2.5-liter I-4 paired with a CVT, (Continuously variable Transmission) while an electric motor located in the rear drives just the back wheels, giving the RAV4 Hybrid all-wheel drive capability. Combined output for the two systems is 219 hp with 206 lb-ft, 13 more horsepower and 22 more lb-ft of torque than the gas engine model. The RAV4 Hybrid starts off with the XLE AWD model at $35,350- and tops out at $44,650 for the fully loaded Limited AWD version.

Our XLE Hybrid tester came with the outdoorsy, mild off roading and family campong focused Woodland option package ($2,190) that adds: Midnight Black Metallic paint, TRD-tuned double tube suspension, for better control, Coil springs are tuned for an off-road focus and bump stops maximize compressiondirection wheel travel along with standard with Falken Wildpeak tires for optimal off-roading. A raised black roof rack cross bars helps with hauling camping supplies, while a 120V inverter to power-up electrical items in campsites and remote Other additions on the Woodland edition include flow-formed 18-inch Bronze- coloured alloy wheels, Custom Woodland all-weather floor and cargo mats, Black badging, Black mud guards, and Dual black chrometipped exhaust, LED projector-beam headlights and integrated fog lights.

Interior wise, the RAV4 is comfortable and versatile with a nice hip point for easy entry, exit and wide doors. The RAV4 cabin offers plenty of room with a plethora of padded soft-touch surfaces where there are occupant contact points, and hard plastics in less obtrusive areas. The seats are amazingly comfortable and the ergonomics spot on in the front cabin. There is an unobstructed view of the road and the big touchscreen is in the middle of the dash where it is easily accessible. All the climate and audio controls are easy to use with big knobs and buttons that even gloved hands can use. The neat silver and black finish in the interior is also really nice.

In the back cabin, there is ample room for three adults at a squeeze, but it will be cramped for three six footers on long trips, however the seatbacks do recline and fold forward, adding some versatility for cargo-hauling. The RAV4 offers up 37 cubic feet of cargo-carrying ability behind the rear seats, and 57 cubic feet with the rear seats almost folded flat.

On the road, the additional electric motor powers the rear wheels in lowtraction situations, and the all-wheel drive system can direct up to 50 percent of the engine’s torque to the rear wheels if needed. But if the battery is depleted the RAV4 becomes a two- wheel drive SUV. When allwheel drive is not needed, the system disconnects to save fuel. The RAV4 Hybrid’s 219 horsepower is 16 hp more than the non-hybrid model and gives it a little extra grunt, especially on acceleration where you can feel the electric motors instant torque. The RAV4 Hybrid has a couple of modes that can be used for different driving situations. ECO mode is probably the default for city driving, with a good mix of economy and performance, whilst Sport offers quicker acceleration and is good for highway merging, with smoother shifting and throttle responses. The RAV4 offers nice steering and handling qualities with no surprises. The AWD system is good for slippery surfaces and mild trails, but do not expect 4Runner type off- roading abilities. Fuel economy is rated at an impressive-City/Highway/Combined L/100km 5.7/6.3/6.0 thanks to Toyota’s excellent hybrid technology. The ride I have to say is exemplary, smooth, comfortable and car–like.

To sum up, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offers excellent value for money. If you are looking for a spacious hybrid SUV that is fuel economical, comfortable, and cheap to run it will take a lot to beat the RAV4 Hybrid. It comes with Toyota’s reputation for reliability safety features and good resale. Amongst the segment leaders by far and highly recommended.

2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE AWD. Priced from $37,990. As tested with options, freight and PDI - $42,243.

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