r/Toyota

Currently drive a Hyundai Tucson PHEV that has been giving me a slew of problems, so many that Hyundai might be buying it back. In search of something more reliable, I am looking at Toyota.

Now, obviously the RAV4 is more comparable in terms of handling and profile, but the Crown Signia is just gorgeous and so much nicer inside and out.

To those who have one, what has your owner experience been like? Any issues, including creaking and rattling? And how’s the range/fuel economy? I do mixed driving but live in a major city with awful traffic.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I recently bought a 2016 Toyota Yaris Hybrid (e-CVT), and I’m new to hybrid cars.

I’ve noticed a strange noise that happens sometimes when I’m braking or when the car comes to a complete stop. It sounds like a soft “zzzz” or electric/charging noise. It doesn’t happen all the time, only occasionally.

The car drives perfectly fine otherwise, no warning lights, no issues.

I recorded the sound — you can hear it clearly around the 6-second mark. You may need to increase the volume a bit:

https://vocaroo.com/1d1wpZC1atmJ

Is this normal for a Toyota hybrid system (maybe related to regenerative braking or the brake system), or should I be concerned?

Thanks a lot for your help!

I currently drive a Mercedes SUV that is under recall and expect to be out of this car by the end of the week.

A family member of mine has the SE Camry 26’ hybrid and I drove it around for a half hour tonight and was genuinely surprised at how smooth the ride was.

My question for the Toyota community is, is it worth it truly? Will I regret the switch? 😂

Is the Camry really all it’s cracked up to be and will I be able to drive this with minimal issues for at least the next five years?

I really want a sunroof, even if I only use it a handful of days out of the year. My only other non-negotiables were a safe and reliable vehicle, good trunk space, good on gas, and a good sound system with CarPlay.

I would love to hear feedback from those of you who have this car, and would also love to hear from anyone who switched from a “luxury vehicle” to Camry.

1500 hp 2JZ, 250+ mph! super clean build.

I currently have a 2006 saturn vue with 256k miles on it. I love the car but its rusted out and shaking when accelerating so I feel its getting close to time to retire it and upgrade. Ive been looking at new vehicles and the Rav4 Hybrid has really stuck with me. Its similar size and seems pretty reliable (as Toyota is kinda known for). Im looking for a vehicle that i can drive till the wheels fall off and gets pretty good gas mileage. My current vehicle gets about 25 mpg so I feel a hybrid would be best, especially since I want an SUV. Id be looking for a Rav4 Hybrid with AWD. Im just looking for general experiences with the vehicle, pros/cons, etc.