I purchased the XLE Hybrid
I purchased the XLE Hybrid version about a month ago, trading in my 2015 RAV4 Limited. It is a great vehicle, and I go t the convenience package which incorporates the adaptive radar, front collision avoidance, pedestrian avoidance, blind spot protection, front parking assist, rear parking assist, and more.
I have gotten between 29mpg and 33mpg, so far with about 2000 miles logged. Idling takes a heavy toll, but even with no idling, it seems 33mpg is harder for me to get than I hoped. But if I can manage 31 most of the time, I'll be thrilled.
The fact that I'm saving gas while sitting at a traffic light, or when cruising into my development, makes me realize I"m still saving gas, and I like that. To be honest, I knew I would not be getting 50mpg like a prius or whatever, and I'm happy with what I get realizing my driving style and the area I live in (very aggressive drivers) makes you have to do faster starts from a red light than other parts of the Country.
I'm sure if I could drive very slowly, in particular from a stop, I'd probably be more like 33 mpg.
No worries, I really like this version of the RAV4, and am very happy to have the additional crash avoidance and parking assist stuff.....I think these are invaluable for everyone.