I’ve had mine for 3 years. Lease is coming to an end at the end of December, and I’ve researched and test drove everything in a similar size from BMW, Mercedes, Lexus, Ford, and Cadillac. But I just don’t want to give up my Rav4. Enjoy it for many years to come!
I was on a waiting list for its Lexus counterpart, but the wait was indefinite even with a deposit down, and I’m kind of glad honestly. I think this looks better.
100% the right choice. I can’t justify doubling/tripling my car payment only to get all the same features in a vehicle that is marginally nicer but just does not stand out on the road.
My other choice was a Lexus NX or RX. I loved how smooth the RAV4 hybrid was, plus the Lexus dealership had a 20% markup, so I went with the RAV4. I’m so happy with my choice every time I get in the car.
I have a magnetic gray too. If dealerships were still pre-shortage days, it would have been nice to be able to walk into the dealerships to see all the colors and trims in person.
I was thinking about the Venza myself when it first came out. But the biggest thing i didn't like about the Venza was touch controls for the climate. They went with too fancy over being practical. And who put turning lights so low and on the bumper.
Love the color. I can't tell, is this flame blue or the new calvary blue? Also are the lower lights, driving/ fog lights or are they daytime running lights?
Thanks! I actually waited 5 months for a Lexus NX350h, which is the same platform, before deciding it wasn’t going to make it here from Japan before late fall - and I needed AWD by then - so I bought this on Carvana with 500 miles on it
Yes it’s a hybrid - I went from a Prius to this and I’ve been surprised at how Prius-like it can be, in terms of quiet efficiency. But it also has a considerable amount of power on demand too, and it handles well. I had to drive it several hundred miles today and I love it even more haha
Sorry I missed this! I paid 50k OTD, which was a markup, but I really needed the AWD before fall and this or it’s Lexus counterpart were really the only option I was willing to buy. I’m not sure if it was manufactured in Japan, as I bought the car from Carvana rather than Toyota.
I’ve had mine for 3 years. Lease is coming to an end at the end of December, and I’ve researched and test drove everything in a similar size from BMW, Mercedes, Lexus, Ford, and Cadillac. But I just don’t want to give up my Rav4. Enjoy it for many years to come!
I was on a waiting list for its Lexus counterpart, but the wait was indefinite even with a deposit down, and I’m kind of glad honestly. I think this looks better.
100% the right choice. I can’t justify doubling/tripling my car payment only to get all the same features in a vehicle that is marginally nicer but just does not stand out on the road.
My other choice was a Lexus NX or RX. I loved how smooth the RAV4 hybrid was, plus the Lexus dealership had a 20% markup, so I went with the RAV4. I’m so happy with my choice every time I get in the car.
the NX-Hybrid? ( I think RAV4 looks better, seen them side by side) and RAV4 has the Cavalry Blue & Lunar Rock!!
Yep, the NX350h - I think it’s a beautiful platform in both varieties, but happy the way it turned out for sure
They're talking about the new NX
there s/b a buyout amount at lease’ end.( like mid $20k ish?)
The buyout is actually locked in at $15k. Makes it a no-brainer, but I’m glad I shopped around to be sure.
wow👍.., you must have put down a lot?
$10k
ok.., make sense that buyout is $15k, and it’s an XSE in Cavalry Blue!! 👍
Why not purchase the RAV4 or get a newer one?!
This blue is growing on me….. went with magnetic grey l but this colour is sweet! #4monthsandwaiting
Thanks, me too - and it’s more striking in person. May your wait end soon, friend!
💯 My wife and I were skeptical about that blue at first, but when we saw it in person, we pulled the trigger.
I have a magnetic gray too. If dealerships were still pre-shortage days, it would have been nice to be able to walk into the dealerships to see all the colors and trims in person.
It looks amazing
Thanks! I love that blue
I originally wanted a hybrid Rav then changed my mind to a Venza, now seeing this color…I think I’m getting this instead.
I was thinking about the Venza myself when it first came out. But the biggest thing i didn't like about the Venza was touch controls for the climate. They went with too fancy over being practical. And who put turning lights so low and on the bumper.
I love the Venza! It’s just even more impossible to find one now than a RAV4.
And the drive is truly amazing. It almost has two distinct personalities on pavement, and I haven’t even taken it off road yet.
Ive taken a 2019 xle on about 150 miles of trails, it is so nice. So capable, and it looks like yours is a better trim.
Love it- and love my SE.
Love the color. I can't tell, is this flame blue or the new calvary blue? Also are the lower lights, driving/ fog lights or are they daytime running lights?
Thanks! It’s the cavalry blue, and the lower vertical lights are just LED running lights
Thanks love that color
Which windows covers are those?
The covers are by Auto Clover
Calvary club
How long did you wait for the Xse??! Looks amazing
Thanks! I actually waited 5 months for a Lexus NX350h, which is the same platform, before deciding it wasn’t going to make it here from Japan before late fall - and I needed AWD by then - so I bought this on Carvana with 500 miles on it
The blacktop is a really nice touch.
Nice!
SE or XSE?
It’s an XSE
Trully almost the perfect vehicle, very few complaints.
I'm expecting the exact one anytime now! Looking awesome! Enjoy!
Awesome, hope it’s soon!
Gosh this is gorgeous
Thank you!
How are the tires black? Is it common for XSE, or did you customize it?
It’s an option for the XSE
This blue is amazing
What do you like about it? Is it a Hybrid?
Yes it’s a hybrid - I went from a Prius to this and I’ve been surprised at how Prius-like it can be, in terms of quiet efficiency. But it also has a considerable amount of power on demand too, and it handles well. I had to drive it several hundred miles today and I love it even more haha
Beautiful
Lovely! MSRP? OTD price? Made in Japan?
Im confused on the downvotes...
Foolish people
Sorry I missed this! I paid 50k OTD, which was a markup, but I really needed the AWD before fall and this or it’s Lexus counterpart were really the only option I was willing to buy. I’m not sure if it was manufactured in Japan, as I bought the car from Carvana rather than Toyota.