MEET OUR NEWEST LONG-TERM CAR! – 2021 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME – A SLEEPER QUICK SUV WITH A PLUG!

EV Channels Review

The reviewer introduces their new 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE as a long-term vehicle, marking their first SUV and first new Toyota. Despite initial skepticism towards the brand, they express genuine enthusiasm for the RAV4 Prime, highlighting its "sleeper" performance, 42-mile EV-only range, and standard e-AWD. Key features praised include the supersonic red exterior with a black roof, the premium package with a 10-inch head-up display and digital rearview mirror, and comfortable, heated/cooled seats with red stitching. Criticisms are minor, focusing on the incandescent turn signals, the Yokohama tires, the lack of LED cabin lighting, and the single interior color option. The reviewer also touches on personal life changes, explaining the sale of previous vehicles and the rationale behind choosing a mainstream, electrified option for content creation and audience appeal, especially considering the tax credit. Overall, the RAV4 Prime is presented as a unique, practical, and surprisingly quick alternative to luxury brands.