Amelia reviews the 2021 Toyota RAV4 GX 2WD. Jenny already reviewed the 2.5 L hybrid RAV4 in its top trim called Cruise and it is quite possibly the best hybrid in its class and price range.

We are rarely happy when we get entry level models, but its a good chance to see if all the praise for the RAV4 is built on that awesome powertrain. The Rav4 GX has the lowest level of equipment, FWD, with the least powerful engine option and no electric help and it has a CVT.

There are three powertrain options available to the latest Rav 4. These include the lovely 2.5 L Hybrid variant with up to 163 kW. There is also a 2.5 L petrol only with 152 kW and 243 Nm of torque that is paired with an 8-speed automatic and then there is this 2 L petrol with 127 kW and 203 Nm of torque.

Drive away pricing for this GX 2 litre petrol with cvt and 2wd will cost just under 40k. If you want the same trim just with a hybrid engine then it’s not that much more expensive at just under 42k. The AWD cruiser with a hybrid will cost you over 51k.