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 | "Toyota Rav4: pros, cons, costs and common fixes" by Al222 (21080 pt) | 2025-May-21 11:54 |
Toyota RAV4 (5th generation XA50, MY 2019-2025)
Toyota’s mid-size SUV sits on the rigid GA-K platform and is sold as a full-hybrid (2.5 l, 218 hp 2WD / 222 hp AWD-i) or as a 306 hp plug-in hybrid. At 4.60 m long it offers generous passenger space and—thanks to a flat floor—a 580 l boot (520 l on the plug-in). WLTP combined consumption is 5.7–5.8 l/100 km for the full-hybrid, while real-world owners see 4.4–5.5 l/100 km in town and roughly 7.5 l/100 km on the autostrada.
PRO
What works well | Why it matters |
|---|---|
Hybrid efficiency for its size | 20–22 km/l in urban use rivals many super-minis and keeps motorway runs below 7 l/100 km. |
Strong EV range on the plug-in | Up to 75 km WLTP; city commutes can be done with 0 l/100 km if you charge nightly. |
Spacious cabin & 580 l boot | Wide rear bench and flat floor; Touring-like practicality without needing a third row. |
Standard Safety Sense 3.0 | Adaptive cruise, lane-trace, AEB and traffic-sign assist all standard. Toyota IT |
All-wheel-drive traction (AWD-i) | Electric rear motor gives instant torque on wet roads or gravel without the weight of a propshaft. |
High residual value | Km-0 2024-25 hybrids start at ~€36 000, holding 85–90 % of list after 12 months. |
Transparent servicing costs | “Prezzi Chiari” tagliandi €250-350 per 15 000 km; Relax Plus warranty renews to 15 yr/250 000 km with annual checks. |
CON
What could bother you | Details |
|---|---|
Bulky in tight cities | 4.6 m length and 1.85 m width make narrow historic streets a squeeze. |
Road & wind noise | Tyre roar on coarse asphalt above 110 km/h still higher than in some rivals. |
e-CVT drone under hard load | Steep climbs or fast overtakes raise engine revs and cabin noise. |
Pre-2023 infotainment | Early 8" unit laggy, low-res and lacked wireless CarPlay; upgrade came in MY 23. |
12 V battery drain (2019-21) | Telematics DCM firmware could keep the car “awake”; resolved with TSB 0089-21 but some owners needed a new battery. |
Fuel-pump recall (2019-20) | Low-pressure pump could fail; Toyota replaces it free but check the VIN. |
Brake wear | Heavy SUV means pads may last 20–30 k km; discs often due by 70 k km. |
Common issues & indicative costs
Area / Part | Symptoms | Parts (€) | Labour (€) | Total (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Hybrid traction battery (full-hybrid) | Rare loss of HV bars | 1 500 – 3 500 (reman/new) | 250 | 1 800 – 3 750 |
Plug-in HV battery | Recall for vent check; replacements extremely rare | 5 500 – 6 500 | incl. | – |
Fuel-pump replacement | Engine rough / stall | Free (recall) | Free | 0 |
12 V battery | Car won’t start after a few idle days | 140 – 220 | 20 | 160 – 240 |
Brake pads (front/rear) | Squeal, longer stops | 22 – 90 a set | 60 – 100 | 95 – 190 |
Discs + pads (axle) | Vibration on braking | 100 – 200 | 90 – 135 | 190 – 335 |
Telematics DCM update | SOS lamp red / battery drain | Firmware flash | 0.8 h ≈ 35 | ~35 |
Market prices
Version | List price | Promo with Bonus Toyota |
|---|---|---|
RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Active 2WD | €42 200 | ~€38 900 |
RAV4 2.5 Hybrid AWD-i Lounge | €52 000 | ~€46 500 |
RAV4 2.5 Plug-in Hybrid Dynamic+ | €53 100 | ~€49 500 (Eco-incentivi) |
Km-0 MY 24-25 (Hybrid) | – | from ~€36 000 |
Verdict
For anyone who wants SUV practicality without diesel bills, the RAV4 hybrid still sets the benchmark: 20 km/l in town, 580 l of cargo space and a suite of ADAS you don’t pay extra for. Servicing is predictable, residuals are strong and the Relax Plus warranty can keep you covered to year 15 if you stick to annual checks. Watch for the fuel-pump recall and make sure early cars received the DCM firmware fix to avoid 12 V battery dramas. If you travel mostly short distances and can install a wall-box, the plug-in’s 75 km electric range turns it into an EV during the week and a 1 000 km cruiser at the weekend—just be ready for a €50 k sticker.
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