Car financing: brown 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime SE in Java

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime SE for buyers

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime SE; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Buying the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime SE is a big decision; here is the information we have.

What to check on the RAV4

A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.

Reading the spec sheet

The engine is the 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid, with all-wheel drive and an automatic (CVT). As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.

At 5.9 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 18 litres of fuel. In energy, every 100 km costs about $9.15 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$1,700 a year for 15,000 miles.

Inside and out

Being a compact SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well.

Is it right for your trip?

It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.

Rent it for a week first

A test week in the RAV4 tells you more than any review. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Drive the RAV4 on your commute before you commit to it.

Running costs

The EPA estimates US$1,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $9.15 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $91.50 at our price setting.

Year and trim

Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.

Renting for Java

We rent from Toronto only. If your trip to Java starts in the Toronto area, rent the car here. CarmaCars is based in Toronto, about 3,178 km from Java, and does not deliver there.

When you know your dates

Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.