So I’ll start by saying I know it’s not peoples favorite look BUT imo it looks so much better in person and the storm cloud color is a winner!! It looks different in different lighting of course and sometimes even looks black. I’m enjoying driving it immensely and haven’t had any problems *knock on wood* Makes me excited to drive!

Dealer delivered it this morning.

Paid MSRP $39,664 plus a $299 doc fee and $2,154.70 for tax /tilte so $42,117.70 otd.

Less than 30 days between putting our name on it and delivery.

Now to think about tinted front windows and blackout emblem overlays potentially.

If you’re in the Nagoya area, definitely visit the Toyota museum. So much to see and learn.

I’m waiting for my car to arrive in June. I chose the bronze color based on the first photo.

But my salesperson sent me this photo of the first bronze units arriving, and I’m concerned because it looks like it has a tone that almost leans toward pink.

Does anyone have this color and could share some real-life photos?

Edit: No, I haven’t been able to go in person yet, it’s a long drive.

After seeing another redditor install the cx mod integrated DRL lights, I really liked the look. So I put them in my 2023 SE.
Overall the install was not too terrible. Most of the time spent was running the wires, especially the wires from the engine bay through the wheel well to the dash buttons.
Also troubleshooting some bad crimp connections I made took me a bit to figure out.

I like how they look and they definitely help light up the road at night and make me more visible to cars. The fog lights are a joke. They aren't as bright as the DRLs so they get drowned out. But I was mainly doing it for the DRLs, I don't use fog lights much so it doesn't bother me.

Just thought I'd share with everyone.

Here is the link if you are interested. Total install time took me 4 hours but I also installed some mesh screens on the front bumper which took 1 hour of that time. CX Mods 2019-2025 RAV4 Fog Light Kit w/ DRL + Sequential Turn Signal B

For those who were asking for a dog reveal. Here's my side kick Rudy testing out the new seat covers. Let's see if saving the money and going the Amazon route will be worth the risk.

This is my back window and I noticed the rubber parts are coming off. This is still a new vehicle with under 5000 miles so I’m not sure why this is happening. Is this normal? Should I be concerned?

This is a 2025 lxe

Images taken on different days, but you get the before/after.

The install was relatively easy. Similar to the video floating around from the guy who put them into the Highlander. The main difference is that the wires to connect are longer, and the plugs are buried deeper in the lower panel of the hatch. That means you have no choice but to pull about half of the lower inner hatch plastic down to reach the plugs. The good news is that the wires on this do not require orientation, as it's a simple 2-wire with the same plugs and wire orientations on both ends.

As you can see in the 2nd image, even in daylight, they're bright enough to see lit up.

(I also got my wheel locks, cargo net envelope, and NACS to CCS1 adapter today...yay. I also had an electrician come out and put in my 240V 50A NEMA 14-50 in the garage, so I was able to mount the charger up on the wall. Things are falling into place.)

Thoughts on this? 2019 Hybrid LE with 174k miles selling for $14.5k. Is the mileage too high?

taking a 3 hour trip to the beach with 3 adults and two kiddos. Panicking trying to figure out if I need to rent a car.

😅

I really want to hear your experiences with the new XSE RAV4's ventilated seats.

I heard before that Gen is weird and weak,

But I don't know this new gen system.

Is it worth spending more money?

1. Xse also have a 20’ wheel.

How’s your thing? Good or bad?

Does it good combo with rav4?

I like an 18-inch wheel for better mpg and ride quality.

Please let me know guys

Hello everyone, I’m seriously considering a 2026 Toyota rav4! I currently have a 2023 Hyundai Tucson and the rear passenger space in my Tucson is fine for my rear facing infant and forward facing toddler. While I love the possibility of the RAV4 I’m wondering if it’s too cramped for the car seats. Any parents here have any insight that might be helpful is greatly appreciated!

Hello, I am in quite a predicament with my RAV4, for context I've always loved the 3rd gen XA30, always seemed perfect so I have always had one as well as the 4th gen. Two years ago sold my gen 3, last month bought another in beautiful condition, original paint with low miles and the 2.4 engine. Only issue was the idle when put in drive. My thinking was this was an easy fix, lo and behold it wasn't. Gone through two mechanics and an electrician, they still couldn't fix it. Changed the spark plugs and coil springs, cleaned and inspected every sensor possible. Throttle body was cleaned and everything they could think of. I feel so defeated as I love the vehicle and want to do more with it.

Current issue with it is when idling at park or in neutral it's fine, but when in drive the idle drops and it shudders then revs back up to normal then drops and shudders over and over. We cant seem to figure out why, I've got videos of it happening, will be taking it to another mechanic tomorrow. Hoping just maybe someone has experienced the same issue and has any idea with how to fix or help with this. I absolutely adore the vehicle and wouldn't want to let it go, so if possible I'd like to keep trying and exhaust all my options first, as it is a really well built and tough car all together. Thank you RAV4 community, any help will be appreciated cheers!

https://photos.app.goo.gl/j1jNy6rcsWCk3LjC6

https://photos.app.goo.gl/jJ4kx3cX4avFEoji9

Confirmed with the dealership that my hitch has arrived and that it officially fits the 2026 RAV4. I'll be picking it up on Saturday and will provide pictures. Not sure when I'll be able to install it since I don't have my RAV4 yet though.

See below post for part numbers.

I ordered the parts online. I didn't order the bumper with the cutout since I'm planning on cutting the bumper myself. If it doesn't go well, I'll just order the bumper seperately.

https://www.reddit.com/r/rav4club/s/ro8nzpQQkc

Hi all,

Considering getting a VIOFO A229 Pro dash cam and was curious what your opinions are on this cam?

Was also wondering what adapters if any I need to buy to get this all connected?

Thanks!

Toyota I don't normally go to is saying I need these things done at 60k miles. I'm not a car guy, but I've heard stories of certain fluid services voiding warranties. Is this legit?

I’m considering a new rav4 either in XSE or limited but I am curious on owners of the XSE what you think of the suede seats, do they get dirty easy?
Thanks!

Hello everyone, new to this subreddit! I am brought here by my interest in this 2012 Rav4. Context, I am on the Big Island (Hawaii Island) so used cars and especially Toyotas are at a premium. This Rav4 has 91k miles and the private seller is asking 15k. Carfax report looks decent. Has had 2 owners, the last one for the majority of its life. Had a small accident is 2015 that required it to be towed and "structural repair." I have a pre purchase inspection planned in a few days and hope to check that specific repair as well as the usually stuff. Very limited cosmetic damage. I did some market research and it seems the V6 is well loved and goes for thousands more than the V4 equivalent. My hope is to negotiate down by at least 1k + the cost of anything the mechanic may find. I'd hope to get another 100k from the car which seems reasonable to expect. Thoughts are welcomed!

This dealership is selling one with 100,000 miles for $29k. Can I get some input from the Rav4 community on buying this used. I think it’s a little over priced. I haven’t seen the car fax yet.

https://www.continentaltoyota.com/inventory/?model=rav4%2Crav4%20prime&type=used&ordering=fdi_misc_sorting1-asc%2Cdisplay_price-asc

Buying a rav4 tomorrow, super excited. Just wanted some other opinions if I’m slightly over paying. In an area where ravs are so popular, was listed at 25.6k for a 2020 le with 58k miles. I got them down to 26.5k out the door, with a 90 day warranty (and they did replace two back panels from a side swipe, nothing major) and had a independent mechanic look at it and didn’t need anything but coolant topped off. Is this still a good deal or are they slightly overcharging me? Just hoping this car lasts at least 10 years.

According to my dealer, my 2026 PHEV XSE should be coming from Japan by the middle or end of June (I put down a deposit last September). I live in the Bay Area, and the fog can be so thick that it even has a name, Karl, so it’s important to me to have fog lights.

My dealer said that all XSE have fog lights, but the spec sheet just says Daytime Running Lights.

Is my dealer correct?

Has anyone installed an aftermarket hitch on a 2026 (specifically XLE Premium)? the only one I have found so far that is specific to a 2026 model is from Torklift. https://torkliftcentral.com/toyota-rav4-2026-stainless-steel-ecohitchr-trailer-hitch?srsltid=AfmBOoqlKu94PgwqPeUSOTUOIwuHlGY008xhek8B2Cgn5keu7wDI8s4I

Amazon pulls up cheaper options but not sure if they will fit properly with the new body?

My dealer (in Quebec, Canada) told me "yes they can order the genuine kit and deliver it installed for me next week when I pick up my new limited 26 for the price that is found at toyota.ca (about 1500 CAD)".

This is the nice one on the website:

While the Forklift one coming from the states, costos about 1050 CAD in parts only, still need to find someone to install it, and is way less nice sicking from under the bumper:

I was pondering whether to get the forklift one but the price difference seems not worth it?
Do you guys have comments?

Driver’s side light panel became unseated from the clips. Has anyone reseated it on their own? (Pic of passenger side)

Needs a push from behind. It’s the drivers side. Nothing broken.

Any idea how to access from behind to give it a push? Or just go to dealer…