Jump to content
Do Not Sell My Personal Information


  • Join Toyota Owners Club

    Join Europe's Largest Toyota Community! It's FREE!

     

     

RAV4 PHEV GR Sport


Doubletalkjive
 Share

Recommended Posts

1 hour ago, Doubletalkjive said:

Picked up the new GR sport PHEV last week.

The revs take some getting used to. I’m certainly finding that. At 20 or 30 in town you can get the revs when the traction battery is around 30% - from time to time. It almost feels as if you haven’t engaged the clutch fully and the engine is delivering only some power to the wheels. My wife looks over at me and says that doesn’t seem right. I say, I know, it’s the eCVT and… then her eyes glaze over uninterested 🤣

I gave it a bit of oomph the other day having driven over 600 miles and the official break in period. Sport mode and some moderate acceleration on the A3 coming out of London. I honestly don’t think I’ll ever really need to floor the car. So much power and effortless. The thing is so smooth when it is not in crazy rev mode that I found myself at 30mph in a 20mph zone for some time and then noticed the police van behind me. You know that feeling when you try to ‘innocently’ slow down but not obviously… luckily there weren’t interested in me…

Suspension is great, firm but not too firm. I just find that you really need to hold things in place in the boot or they fly around. Getting a boot liner + some of those cargo storage boxes which can be fitted in place.

I’m sure you will enjoy it just as much as me!

 

Got a cargo net in mine covering the floor pan. And a cargo net that hangs vertically from the back of the rear seats. Keeps everything in place.

Would love it if you could post interior photos especially in the boot area. Left and right of the inner boot area. Intrigued as to what they've done differently.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


2 hours ago, Doubletalkjive said:

Picked up the new GR sport PHEV last week.

The revs take some getting used to. I’m certainly finding that. At 20 or 30 in town you can get the revs when the traction battery is around 30% - from time to time. It almost feels as if you haven’t engaged the clutch fully and the engine is delivering only some power to the wheels. My wife looks over at me and says that doesn’t seem right. I say, I know, it’s the eCVT and… then her eyes glaze over uninterested 🤣

I gave it a bit of oomph the other day having driven over 600 miles and the official break in period. Sport mode and some moderate acceleration on the A3 coming out of London. I honestly don’t think I’ll ever really need to floor the car. So much power and effortless. The thing is so smooth when it is not in crazy rev mode that I found myself at 30mph in a 20mph zone for some time and then noticed the police van behind me. You know that feeling when you try to ‘innocently’ slow down but not obviously… luckily there weren’t interested in me…

Suspension is great, firm but not too firm. I just find that you really need to hold things in place in the boot or they fly around. Getting a boot liner + some of those cargo storage boxes which can be fitted in place.

I’m sure you will enjoy it just as much as me!

 

Somewhere on here there is a link to a PetrolPed report going into quite some detail about how the eCVT works. You will soon get used to the sound, most of the time it’s unobtrusive. 

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Definitely get used to it as @Flatcoat says.

If you're driving around normally and under 50mph it's barely noticeable. Hard acceleration and or above 50mph then you notice it. I don't mind it.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

15 hours ago, Doubletalkjive said:

Picked up the new GR sport PHEV last week.

The revs take some getting used to. I’m certainly finding that. At 20 or 30 in town you can get the revs when the traction battery is around 30% - from time to time. It almost feels as if you haven’t engaged the clutch fully and the engine is delivering only some power to the wheels. My wife looks over at me and says that doesn’t seem right. I say, I know, it’s the eCVT and… then her eyes glaze over uninterested 🤣

I gave it a bit of oomph the other day having driven over 600 miles and the official break in period. Sport mode and some moderate acceleration on the A3 coming out of London. I honestly don’t think I’ll ever really need to floor the car. So much power and effortless. The thing is so smooth when it is not in crazy rev mode that I found myself at 30mph in a 20mph zone for some time and then noticed the police van behind me. You know that feeling when you try to ‘innocently’ slow down but not obviously… luckily there weren’t interested in me…

Suspension is great, firm but not too firm. I just find that you really need to hold things in place in the boot or they fly around. Getting a boot liner + some of those cargo storage boxes which can be fitted in place.

I’m sure you will enjoy it just as much as me!

 

When I drove the Phev GR sport, EV mode wasn't available so that why I noticed the noise. Are you going to change the oil at 500-1000 miles? The care care nut guy suggested it so  think I will do mine at around 600-700 miles. 

Other thing I noticed that the interior of the GR Sport is quite dark. Not only it has tinted glass but also the whole interior is in dark grey. I am glad that mine comes with the panoramic sun roof, it's much airy when you slide the under screen out.

Tested wireless charging on my iPhone on two Rav4 gr sport and no problem.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

On 2/4/2024 at 12:17 PM, Torrox said:

When I drove the Phev GR sport, EV mode wasn't available so that why I noticed the noise. Are you going to change the oil at 500-1000 miles? The care care nut guy suggested it so  think I will do mine at around 600-700 miles. 

Other thing I noticed that the interior of the GR Sport is quite dark. Not only it has tinted glass but also the whole interior is in dark grey. I am glad that mine comes with the panoramic sun roof, it's much airy when you slide the under screen out.

Tested wireless charging on my iphone on two Rav4 gr sport and no problem.

I'm around 800 miles now. But might just stick with it for a few 1000 miles. Lots of conflicting info out there and I'm guessing Toyota know what they are doing when they say 10,000miles for the oil change. I watched the car care but guy video too. 

I really like the dark interior personally. I went without the panoramic sunroof. I see the pros and cons to both options. 

Yes, wireless charging has been faultless. Although it is slow.

I'm still getting a noise when it switches to HV mode and it seems like it happens when the accelerator pedal is depressed a very exact amount. It is a high pitch whine for a few seconds. I'm only hearing it around town. I have not actually charged the car yet (so hectic lately) so am running around 30% Battery all of the time. The noise is still bugging me a little. But to be honest I don't want to take it to Toyota yet in case it is just normal.

Will post some photos when I get round to it. Boot fully of stuff already! Need to clear it out.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


One of the biggest differences with the hybrids to normal cars is how the engine responds to the accelerator.

In a normal car, you learn to push it in more than you need and wait for the engine to catch up, to get the engine to pick up quicker, then back off when you get to the desired speed.

In the hybrids, the engine will pick up *immediately* to where you are pressing the pedal; This is why a lot of auto journalists complain about it being revvy, because their club feet are too used to flooring the accelerator everywhere.

It's taken me a while to unlearn that habit, but now I am much better at modulating how much I push the accelerator, and find I can still get fairly brisk acceleration with much less pedal pressure than I would use in the past, even in Eco mode, and without the engine revving up, but just gently climbing, almost like in a normal car.

  • Like 6
Link to comment
Share on other sites

  • 8 months later...

Hi I’ve just ordered one red bitone with panoramic roof was told it would be delivered around end of January start of November ! But if I have to wait any longer I might cancel as I’m driving my third Santa Fe and might be tempted for the new model.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Sorry I meant start or February 😂

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

2 hours ago, Bob Dawson said:

Hi I’ve just ordered one red bitone with panoramic roof was told it would be delivered around end of January start of November ! But if I have to wait any longer I might cancel as I’m driving my third Santa Fe and might be tempted for the new model.

The Toyota is a much better car.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

  • 2 weeks later...

Hi Guys I've just joined today after ordering my RAV4 PHEV GR Sport in Scarlet Flare Bi-tone with Pan Roof.

I'm told delivery will be March which is which is fine for me because I'm retiring and my current company car goes in March.

I'm looking forward to reading all the info on here and no doubt asking lots of stupid questions 🙂

  • Like 3
Link to comment
Share on other sites

2 hours ago, Boristhebounce said:

Hi Guys I've just joined today after ordering my RAV4 PHEV GR Sport in Scarlet Flare Bi-tone with Pan Roof.

I'm told delivery will be March which is which is fine for me because I'm retiring and my current company car goes in March.

I'm looking forward to reading all the info on here and no doubt asking lots of stupid questions 🙂

Congratulations. No stupid questions here, only stupid answers and I provide a few of those 😂

What car are you coming from?

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Ordered mine early September- Galaxy Black with Pan roof. Currently showing as sitting in Derbyshire for about the last week. Hopefully get sent to dealer before long...

Goes to show if you're prepared to change colour spec then the lead time can change dramatically.

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Great move on colour as people will say it's always a matter of taste however black is good taste.

 

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

I remember a time when the police used to play snooker. So a red car and a black car were in trouble. White car and you were practically immune. No one wants to pot the white in snooker. Not sure the automated speed cameras care 😂

  • Haha 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites


I ordered my GR Sport PHEV with pan sun roof in ducato grey in July, I waited approx 8 weeks, and had it 1 month now. Very impressed so far, it even picks up mobile speed cameras!!!. I tried the recharge function and that works Ok as well, yes I know its not the most economical way, but i'm still playing with it. The auto box (ectv) is seamless, no feel of gear change at all. Engine noise yes but I like that.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

9 minutes ago, PeteRav425 said:

I ordered my GR Sport PHEV with pan sun roof in ducato grey in July, I waited approx 8 weeks, and had it 1 month now. Very impressed so far, it even picks up mobile speed cameras!!!. I tried the recharge function and that works Ok as well, yes I know its not the most economical way, but i'm still playing with it. The auto box (ectv) is seamless, no feel of gear change at all. Engine noise yes but I like that.

The best part of a new car if playing with all the new features and options until you get the car the way you want it - enjoy.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Latest Deals

Toyota Official Store for genuine Toyota parts & accessories

Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via eBay links

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

 Share






  • Topics

  • Our picks

    • Toyota Gazoo Racing launches GR Supra GT EVO2 for the 2025 racing season
      Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) is now accepting orders for the new GR Supra GT4 EVO2. Vast feedback from racing teams and drivers around the world has been leveraged to produce an evolution of the GT car that delivers higher performance, reliability and operability.

      Since the launch of the GR Supra GT4 in 2020, more than 120 cars have been sold. The efforts of teams and drivers have seen it win GT4-series races and international events in 11 countries worldwide, gaining more than 500 podium finishes and becoming the class champion in Asia, the USA and Europe.
    • Going back to its origins: World premiere of the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser
      Toyota today proudly reveals the all-new Land Cruiser, a model that draws directly on the original qualities that have made the Land Cruiser name synonymous with strength and reliability for more than 70 years
    • Toyota Gazoo Racing prepares for historic centenary edition of the Le Mans 24 Hours
      Toyota Gazoo Racing will contribute to another chapter in the history of Le Mans when they take on a record Hypercar field in the centenary edition of the world’s most famous endurance race next week (10-11 June)
    • Toyota Prius honoured with lifetime achievement award
      The Toyota Prius’s status as the pioneer that paved the way for today’s electrified vehicle market has been recognised with a lifetime achievement award in the TopGear.com Electric Awards 2023
        • Like
    • Toyota Yaris reaches the landmark of 10 million global sales
      The ever-popular, multi-award-winning Yaris* nameplate has reached 10 million cumulative worldwide sales, performance which earns it a place alongside Toyota’s illustrious eight-figure achievers – Corolla, Camry, RAV4, Hilux and Land Cruiser
        • Thanks
        • Like

×
×
  • Create New...




Forums


News


Membership


  • Insurance
  • Support