I BOUGHT THIS TESLA-POWERED TOYOTA RAV4 FOR ALMOST NOTHING!

EV Channels Review

The reviewer acquired a 2013 Toyota RAV4 EV for an astonishing $2,000, highlighting it as a potentially brilliant purchase. The vehicle, powered by Tesla components, is noted as a second-generation model. Key issues identified include peeling paint (a known Toyota defect with an expired warranty), a non-functional infotainment screen, and a persistent interior odor from rodent infestation, which required extensive cleaning. Despite these drawbacks, the car drives well, offers decent highway cruising, and boasts an impressive aftermarket JdeMO DC fast charging kit (around 50kW) and a rotor coolant delete, both significant upgrades. The vehicle is also surprisingly still under a transferable mechanical warranty until August 2026 or 125,000 miles. The reviewer plans to repurpose the RAV4 EV as a track support vehicle, potentially outfitting it with medical equipment and safety gear.