If you're a California resident interested in a RAV4 EV, here's how to get yours:
- 1Complete the Compatibility Quiz to see if RAV4 EV is right for you. If you're like most of us, the word "quiz" conjures images of high school tests you never seemed to be ready for. But don't worry; this one's easy. We just need to know a few things about you to make sure you can take full advantage of what RAV4 EV has to offer. Click on the "Take the Quiz" button at the bottom of this page to get started.
- 2If RAV4 EV is right for you, find a dealer in your area to contact. RAV4 EV is currently only available at 55 dealerships in California. If you've already taken our little quiz to make sure RAV4 EV fits your lifestyle, click on the tab above to find an Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer near you.
- 3Visit your Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer to check stock and learn more about RAV4 EV ownership. Your dealer can advise you about stock on hand, familiarize you with the Leviton [5] charging station, and review the RAV4 EV Customer Disclosure Form with you. When you're ready, your dealer can also tell you how you can reserve your own RAV4 EV.
- 4Once you've completed your trip to the dealership, visit Leviton [5] to schedule your charging unit installation. Before you take delivery of your RAV4 EV, we strongly recommend that you install a Toyota-approved Level-2 (240-volt) 40-amp charging station so that you can recharge the vehicle's fully depleted battery in about five to six hours. Our dealer will provide you with a customer-specific Leviton Certificate Registration Code to use when contacting Leviton [5] to begin the purchase process of your charging station.
- 5Visit the dealership to finalize your purchase and take delivery of your new RAV4 EV. Your dealer will help you get acquainted with your new RAV4 EV, walk you through its operation and charging procedures, and send you on your way. You'll now be the first (and possibly only) one on your block to own a RAV4 EV!
If you're a California resident interested in a RAV4 EV, here's how to get yours:
- 1Complete the Compatibility Quiz to see if RAV4 EV is right for you. If you're like most of us, the word "quiz" conjures images of high school tests you never seemed to be ready for. But don't worry; this one's easy. We just need to know a few things about you to make sure you can take full advantage of what RAV4 EV has to offer. Click on the "Take the Quiz" button at the bottom of this page to get started.
- 2If RAV4 EV is right for you, find an Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer in your area to contact. RAV4 EV is currently only available at 55 dealerships in California. If you've already taken our little quiz to make sure RAV4 EV fits your lifestyle, click on the tab above to find an Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer near you.
- 3Visit your Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer to check stock and learn more about RAV4 EV ownership. Your dealer can advise you about stock on hand, familiarize you with the Leviton [5] charging station, and review the RAV4 EV Customer Disclosure Form with you. When you're ready, your dealer can also tell you how you can reserve your own RAV4 EV.
- 4Once you've completed your trip to the dealership, visit Leviton [5] to schedule your charging unit installation. Before you take delivery of your RAV4 EV, we strongly recommend that you install a Toyota-approved Level-2 (240-volt) 40-amp charging station so that you can recharge the vehicle's fully depleted battery in about five to six hours. Our dealer will provide you with a customer-specific Leviton Certificate Registration Code to use when contacting Leviton [5] to begin the purchase process of your charging station.
- 5Visit the dealership to finalize your purchase and take delivery of your new RAV4 EV. Your dealer will help you get acquainted with your new RAV4 EV, walk you through its operation and charging procedures, and send you on your way. You'll now be the first (and possibly the only) one on your block to own a RAV4 EV!
Is RAV4 EV right for you?
Just answer a few questions below to find out if RAV4 EV fits your lifestyle.
RAV4 EV may not be right for you.
Based on your answers to the Compatibility Quiz, RAV4 EV may not be the best vehicle for you at this time. If you are still interested in RAV4 EV, then we suggest you contact the Toyota Customer Service Center to confirm whether or not RAV4 EV is the right vehicle for you.
RAV4 EV is right for you.
Congratulations! RAV4 EV is the right choice for you. Please keep in mind that the EPA-rated driving range for RAV4 EV is 103 miles [6], so you'll want to make sure that a charging station is available if you expect to exceed that range in your overall daily commute. Check with an Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer to learn more, or to reserve your own RAV4 EV.
Here are a few possible reasons RAV4 EV may not be right for you, based on your quiz answers:
- RAV4 EV is currently only available in California.
- You drive more than 100 miles daily. The EPA-rated driving range of the RAV4 EV is 103 miles. [6]
- You live more than 50 miles from work. Your round trip daily commute may exceed RAV4 EV's EPA-rated driving range of 103 miles. [6]
- Your vehicle would be parked outside on the street, or in an uncovered parking garage/space not owned by you. RAV4 EV requires access to a charging station, preferably in a structure you own, as the installation of the charging station requires modification to the electrical system in the structure.
- Your vehicle would be parked outside, under an awning or carport that you do not own. We recommend that you own the structure in which your vehicle will be parked, since you can authorize the charging station installation and permitting.
- Your vehicle would be parked inside a structure that you do not own. We recommend that you own the structure in which your vehicle will be parked, since you can authorize the charging station installation and permitting.
Toyota Customer Service Center
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19001 South Western Avenue
Department WC11
Torrance, CA 90501
Find an Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer near you.
Contact a dealer about RAV4 EV.
Send us your information, and we'll contact you soon to discuss the RAV4 EV.Your Home Charging Station
Toyota's approved electric vehicle equipment provider, Leviton [5], offers multiple options for charging your RAV4 EV. For the shortest charge time, Leviton [5] offers a custom Level-2 (240-volt), 40A, 9.6-kW output charging station that can have you up and running in as little as five to six hours. For more information:
The Installation Process Simplified
- 1Contact a Dealer to Reserve Your RAV4 EV Upon reserving your RAV4 EV, the dealer will provide you with your unique Leviton Registration Code and the information you need to contact Leviton [5] directly, including the Web site and contact number (1-855-5-PLUGIN).
- 2Pre-Site Survey Visit the Leviton [5] site to sign up using your unique Leviton Registration Code and complete the simple online pre-installation survey.
- 3On-Site Survey by Leviton-Certified Installer A Leviton-certified installer takes the feedback from your pre-site survey and conducts an on-site survey at your home.
- 4Quote Based upon your on-site survey, Leviton [5] prepares an installation and permitting quote for the charging options you selected.
- 5Installation A Leviton-certified installer will obtain the necessary permits, install the charging station and also show you how the charging station operates.
- 6Ongoing Support Once installation is complete, Leviton [5] will contact you to answer any questions you may have.
RAV4 EV Frequently Asked Questions
- Q. When and where will RAV4 EV be available? A. RAV4 EV will go on sale in late summer 2012 through Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealers located in California.
- Q. What are the key advantages of RAV4 EV? A. RAV4 EV is a Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and has an EPA-rated driving range of 103 miles [6] (92-mile range in Normal charge mode; 113-mile range in Extended charge mode), which is more than enough range for most daily commutes. It has impressive dynamic performance, and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 7.0 seconds in Sport Mode. [7] RAV4 EV has the practical size and cargo capacity of a small SUV, and a 10-kW onboard charger that will fully charge the battery in five to six hours (240V/40A).
- Q. How do I charge RAV4 EV? A. We recommend that you use a Level-2 (240-volt) charging station. Toyota's approved electric vehicle charging equipment provider is Leviton [5], which offers multiple options for charging solutions. For the shortest charge time of approximately five to six hours, Leviton [5] offers a custom Level-2 (240-volt), 40A, 9.6-kW output charging station. Toyota strongly recommends that you install this charging station at your residence prior to delivery or that you have immediate access to a Level-2 charging station. Recharging a depleted battery will take approximately 5-8 hours on a Level-2 30A or 40A charging station. Use the dealer-provided, customer-specific Leviton Registration Code when contacting Leviton [5] to begin the purchase process of your charging station. RAV4 EV also comes equipped with a Level-1 (120-volt) 12A charging cable for instances when Level-2 (240-volt) charging is not available.
- Q. What are the specifications of RAV4 EV? A. You can see them here.
- Q. What is the RAV4 EV warranty? A. 3-year/36,000-mile basic (all components other than normal wear and maintenance items), 60-month/60,000-mile powertrain, 8-year/100,000-mile battery. However, in order to maintain warranty coverage, the vehicle's powertrain and high-voltage systems must be serviced at an Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealership. Also, bear in mind that while some standard maintenance or repairs can be performed by any Toyota dealer, powertrain and high-voltage component maintenance must only be performed by an Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer.
- Q. I've never owned an electric vehicle before. What are the service requirements? A. RAV4 EV has special maintenance, service and data collection requirements. It is very important that you visit your Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer for all scheduled maintenance. Software updates may be available and installed at that time. RAV4 EV includes three years of roadside assistance, which includes towing. [8]
- Q. How fast is RAV4 EV? I don't want to have trouble keeping up with traffic or passing. A. RAV4 EV has two drive modes: Normal and Sport. In Normal Mode, RAV4 EV can accelerate from 0-60 in 8.6 seconds with a maximum speed of 85 mph. In Sport Mode, it can accelerate from 0-60 in just 7.0 seconds with a top speed of 100 mph. [7]
- Q. Is RAV4 EV available in both Front-Wheel Drive and 4-Wheel Drive? A. No, RAV4 EV is available in Front-Wheel Drive only.
- Q. What are the different models? A. RAV4 EV comes in one well-equipped model that includes features such as LED low-beam headlights, taillights, and Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Smart Key System [9] with Push Button Start, Premium IntelliTouch™ Navigation [10] with Entune® [11] and EV Applications [12], including an 8-in. high-resolution, responsive touch-screen and integrated backup camera [13] display, and SofTex®-trimmed heated front seats.
- Q. Doesn't the battery pack take up a lot of room? A. No interior space is lost in the vehicle due to EV components. In fact, RAV4 EV seats up to five, and the cargo space matches that of a standard RAV4 at 73 cubic feet behind front seats. [14]
- Q. Which colors does it come in? A. Blizzard Pearl [15], Shoreline Blue Pearl and Classic Silver Metallic.
- Q. Does RAV4 EV look different from the standard RAV4? A. Yes, several design changes were made to improve aerodynamics and efficiency. Exterior changes include a unique front bumper and grilles, redesigned headlights and LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL), heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, an all-new aerodynamic rear spoiler, and LED rear combination lights. Interior changes include an all-new digital instrument panel with an EV MID, 8-in. touch-screen IntelliTouch™ Navigation [10] with Entune® [11] and EV Applications [12], electronic shift lever, SofTex®-trimmed heated front seats with fabric inserts, and dual zone automatic climate control with IntelliTouch™ capacitive touch-sensor controls.