Toyota Rav 4 vs Tesla Model Y - What Should You Buy?

This is a comparison of the Toyota RAV 4 and Tesla Model Y I cover everything from technology to efficiency in this video so you are more informed.

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[bryanwhitton]

A little over a year ago my wife wanted to get the RAV4 Prime and wanted to compare it to the Model Y. I have the Model 3 and she wanted something to replace her Leaf. So on Labor Day weekend we rented a new RAV4 Prime on Turo and Tesla gave us an overnight test drive of a Model Y 5 seat Long Range. The one absolute between the cars was the ability to put our dog crates in the back and have them accessible to us while we drive there would be no compromise on this. We compared driving, noise, I have a decibel meter, comfort and of course cargo space. We spent the better part of a day simply measuring the interior and driving around. We already knew where to drive to get the noisy concrete freeway areas and some rough residential roads. We even went to our local pet supply house and compared portable dog crates in both cars side to side.

She really wanted the RAV4 Prime but after the comparison we purchased the Model Y. As she said, "I really want the RAV4 Prime but in every measurable way the Model Y was better. Additionally, the Model Y qualified for the $7500 credit and the RAV4 didn't. That plus the RAV4 Prime was already more expensive than the Model Y. We purchased the Model Y that weekend and it was delivered Tuesday morning to our home straight off the assembly line in Fremont.

Edit: When we tested the lane holding in the RAV4 Prime is at best scary. The Model Y is near perfect. We use it a lot of the freeway. That was a major point against the RAV4 Prime.

[MannyTorres-pb]

I'm a new Tesla MODEL Y AWD Long range, I could not be more happier I made this decision

[richardcoughlin]

With the Tesla app you can make fart sounds. RAV4 can’t do that now, never will.

[simonny]

I was driving a Rav4 hybrid before I got my seven seater Modal Y three years ago. It is a no brainer only if you have your own place to charge.

[wheelmannc]

Both are outstanding vehicles imo, but they can be very different in daily uses... I have owned two prior body style Rav4's and they were solid...We also have a Venza Limited which is a Rav4 on comfort steroids. For me the Model Y is the one to own. It is simply amazing in every aspect. Best vehicle I have ever owned.

[keviliciousatyourservice]

If you want a car that drivers itself, with 8 outward cameras keeping your family safe, then among these two, there is one that will do this. This same one also is way faster when you need this, and well, you do you... I do me.

[mike]

They’re both due for a redesign / Refresh soon. I’d wait until then.

[drlink]

i got a rav4 and model y and both are awsome but at the end of the day we always want to drive the model y just to awsome to drive

[justDudpool]

Just drive the Tesla! You’ll love it!

I live in South Florida, bought but never used the roof sun shade! I love the view through that all glass roof!

[ericknighton]

“What you think I rap for?
To push a fucking Rav 4?
- Kanye West

[Anything.is.Possible]

I’d love to own a Tesla. But KBB 30-40% resale value loss in 2 years or 20k miles tells me that’s a bad decision. A CRV / RAV4 only tend to lose 5-10% KBB value per 2 yrs / 20k miles. Plus each year the state collects $500-$1000 on Teslas for a roadway tax.

[blackhawkteslatech]

man.. I was a Toyota fan since the 80s when family got Toyota Starlet… Our family almost got all the models. Looking at these video, really the same Toyota for many years. Tesla is just a different and new… and we are happy to change to the future

[TeslaCareyP]

Wow. That Toyota is no comparison to the Y. You couldn’t pay me to drive a Toyota 🤣

[allencrider]

You get so much more with the Toyota. You get frequent oil changes, fuel filter changes, air filters. Variable valve timing, direct fuel injection, overstressed from turbocharging, CVT transmissions, oxygen sensors, mass airflow sensors, air intake temperature sensors, catalytic converters, EVAP leaks, crankshaft position sensors. Exhaust gas recirculation, a charcoal cannister, oil filters, one fuel pump inside the gas tank and another high-pressure fuel pump at the engine. But to name a few . . .

[Nht]

My model Y is in the body shop and they gave me a RAV4. I miss my model Y.

[johnis]

I have 2024 rav4 hybrid as my company vehicle, and I love it.

[Veagle]

I got those vion shade for my MY… ITS great in summer sun here in LA. No sag, easy tight install.

[noyb-yb]

given it's Nov 2024, I would not buy either one of these cars. The new/facelifted models of both of them are coming sometime in 2025 (Tesla Model Y early in 2025, Toyota RAV4 later in 2025).

[mickyd]

It would be a great improvement if Vion added magnets to their sunroof shade, similar to what we see in newer models. This simple addition would make the shade easier to remove when needed, addressing a key concern for users seeking convenience. While the current Vion shade is effective at reducing heat, its lack of easy removability is a drawback. I believe this enhancement would significantly improve the overall user experience

[maus]

I won't come back to Tesla until they fix autopilot phantom braking, and install traditional mirror mounted BLIS indicators - two things I use everyday. And yea, a Rivian / Ranger sized pickup that comes in at about the price of a MY.