5424 Paseo Del Norte Carlsbad, CA 92008
The Toyota RAV4 Prime is a capable and impressive SUV. In fact, it's the most powerful RAV4 that Toyota has ever built. As a plug-in hybrid, it can do a lot while conserving gas, and it could be a very intriguing option for your daily drives around San Diego.
At Toyota Carlsbad, we carry two trims of the Toyota RAV4 Prime. The first trim is the SE, followed by the XSE. Both trims run on the same type of powertrain. With this system, a 2.5-liter engine works with three electric motors to generate 302 horsepower. The powertrain can send power to all four wheels, thanks to an electronic on-demand all-wheel drive system. Depending on what's going on, you can choose from different driving modes, including Sport, Eco, EV, and Trail. Trail mode would be ideal when the conditions are difficult to deal with, and in Sport mode, you can make your SUV feel more responsive. In all-electric mode, you'll be able to travel up to 42 miles without using any gasoline.
To charge your battery when it depletes, you must plug in your vehicle, using a regular outlet or a 240-volt outlet. Remember that the gas-powered engine is available at any time. On long road trips around Oceanside or when you've been too busy to charge your vehicle, you'll appreciate being able to fill up the gas tank like you're accustomed to doing.
The SE is a well-equipped entry-level trim. It features roof rails, a power liftgate, and a dual chrome-tipped exhaust that helps it look athletic. Its LED lighting gives it a modern feel, too. Inside its cabin, you'll find a dual-zone automatic climate control system, along with a mostly black interior with some red accents. The leather-wrapped steering wheel elevates the SE's style. With this trim, you'll enjoy using the heated front seats when it gets cold, and you can easily move the power-adjustable driver's seat into your preferred position.
The XSE has notable upgrades, so it's able to attract a lot of attention. You'll notice its red-painted shock absorbers and its two-tone exterior color scheme, as well as its panoramic glass roof. It also has some red accents in its cabin, including red stitching on its dashboard and doors. In addition, it feels futuristic with its blue ambient lighting. Instead of fabric seats, the XSE comes with SofTex upholstery.
The RAV4 Prime has a lot of useful components for your trips to San Marcos. For example, it comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so you'll be able to access some of your mobile apps when traveling around Escondido. The SE features an eight-inch touchscreen that also has SiriusXM, and the XSE has a 10.5-inch touchscreen that works with an 11-speaker JBL sound system. Plus, this Toyota SUV has a digital display cluster that can keep you informed regarding range and performance. In the SE, this gauge cluster measures seven inches, and in the XSE, it's a 12.3-inch version. The XSE also showcases a wireless charging pad, and it can have a 10-inch color head-up display.
With so many advanced safety elements, the RAV4 Prime will play an active role in protecting you and your passengers. It has a full set of driver-assist systems that will work hard on your behalf. Monitors and sensors will notify you of potential forward collisions, vehicles in your blind spot, rear cross-traffic, and lane departures, and their corresponding mitigation systems can hit the brakes or adjust your steering.
Please contact us to schedule a test drive. A test drive would be a great way to learn about the RAV4 Prime and see how well it handles itself on the roads of Carlsbad.
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5424 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, CA 92008
