Toyota RAV4 GX Manual VS EDGE 8 Speed auto GayCarBoys

Toyota RAV4 Edge Reviews

Toyota RAV4 has gone through many iterations, and the latest is stuffed full of tech goodies. It has more of everything. Interestingly, the base model GX has the same power as the 2000 model. It seems some things never go out of fashion.
Looks:
Looks are a matter of taste. Some will like it, and others won’t. RAV4 looks modern, eschewing the rounded corners of models past, for a more aggressive angular affair. The 2WD GX has 17” wheels VS the 19 inchers on the EDGE.
GX has the same auto-levelling lights as the EDGE, and carries the same LED daytime running lights, and tail lights.
On the face of it, saving $16,500 by spending your shekels on GX rather than EDGE is a good idea.
Inside:
The cabin looks similar, but without the orange highlights and fancy fabrics in the EDGE, GX feels a trifle plain by comparison. Air conditioning is manual, so those who prefer full climate control might feel disappointed. Fear not, you can set the controls just as you like them. I like frosty air with low flow.
You still get comfortable seats, but the fabric has the easy-clean feeling of a picnic table cloth. Although they are well and truly out of fashion, I’d whack some sheep-skins on to add a spot of luxury.
The sound system is adequate, and comes with the 8” touch screen installed across the range. It comes with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Bluetooth streaming, DAB, and USB charging outlets.
Storage is abundant. There are Cubby holes and cup holders in the centre console, with bottle holders and large pockets in the doors.
You need the key to start the car, and the buttons on the fob for lock the doors. I find that just a little disappointing.
Cargo area is 580L, and rear seats fold down 60/40 for even more space.

[thebichosfromtiktok]

thanks for this video! I needed it!!!! love your voice tone

[stephengriffin]

loved the cone of silence inside seemed so quiet compared too other noisy cars.

[nigelstone]

Thanks for test report, any feedback on manual reversing on steeper incline vibration ??

[locoj]

Great review. We ordered our 2020 6 speed manual Rav due to arrive at the end of this month. Btw love the Palestinian keffiyeh scarf u wearing in the opening scene

[davidaix]

What was the last year you can get a manual transmission with 4x4?

[JoeyLovesTrains]

I wish America could get the manual transmission RAV4.. I hate CVT’s, except when it’s a hybrid, bc a hybrid drive train is much different than a normal engine that’s running all the time, I mostly miss the down shifting when you press the accelerator at speed..

[stephengriffin]

Loved it as usual thank u for sharing with us.

[flintmonz]

Got a sickening commercial for a horrible Right Wing publication before your video started. A definite turn-off !