Traded in my 2020 Hybrid XSE for the 2024 Prime XSE. Loving the EV life

Toyota Truck, SUV and Vans Forum Toyota RAV4
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It’s so fast, right? These things really zip!

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Zed said:
It’s so fast, right? These things really zip!

Yeah, the moment I did the test drive, I knew I had to make the switch.

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How much more did the Prime cost out the door?

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Rav4Rider said:
How much more did the Prime cost out the door?

Around $10k more. Paid $41k for the Hybrid in 2020 and $51k for the Prime in 2024.

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Did you qualify for the federal EV tax credit?

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Rebel said:
Did you qualify for the federal EV tax credit?

Not directly, because of the battery size and manufacturing requirements from the 2022 bill. But Toyota gives a $6,500 lease rebate, taking advantage of a loophole in the federal EV incentives.

Edit: Correction, the bill was signed in 2022, not 2023.

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Welcome to the club! So glad you’re enjoying it.

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Anyone know the name of the part on the bumper that’s gray on the Hybrid but black on the Prime? Can it be replaced separately? I prefer the black but have a Hybrid XSE.

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Ann said:
Anyone know the name of the part on the bumper that’s gray on the Hybrid but black on the Prime? Can it be replaced separately? I prefer the black but have a Hybrid XSE.

It’s called the ‘lower molding.’ Here are the part numbers for the RAV4 Prime:

Not sure if it fits the Hybrid, so you might want to check with your local parts department.

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Ann said:
Anyone know the name of the part on the bumper that’s gray on the Hybrid but black on the Prime? Can it be replaced separately? I prefer the black but have a Hybrid XSE.

It depends on the trim, not the engine type.

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@Thanos
It’s not black on any of the Hybrid trims.

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Nice car, but technically it’s not a full EV.

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Thanos said:
Nice car, but technically it’s not a full EV.

They didn’t say it was. They’re enjoying the EV life, and I get it. I’ve gone a month without using gas myself and am loving it!

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@Wynn
I’ve driven 1,500 miles on the tank of gas the dealer gave me, and I still have a quarter left. It’s amazing.

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Mecarmind1 said:
@Wynn
I’ve driven 1,500 miles on the tank of gas the dealer gave me, and I still have a quarter left. It’s amazing.

Exactly. It’s like having an EV but without any range anxiety.

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@Wynn
Even better with solar panels! I only use gas on long trips.

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Thanos said:
Nice car, but technically it’s not a full EV.

It has an EV mode, which is what I meant. Captain semantics strikes again!