How does the RAV4 power compare to your FEH? Does it run at 4k rpm on freeway grades like the FEH?

 

My 2016 RAV4 Hybrid has a net of 194 HP. That is 40 HP net more than the 2005-2008 FEH, MMH series. The 2005 FEH had a front electric motor rated at 94 Hp. The ICE produce 133 Hp and 124 ft lbs of torque. The RAV4 hybrid is two electric motors--the front producing 147 HP and the rear producing 67 HP. The ICE produces 150 HP and 152 ft lbs torque. IThe 2009-2012 FEH had 153 HP and 136 ft lbs of torque. The electric motor produced 94 HP. The numbers easily indicate the RAV4 Hybrid has a much improved power capabilities. I have yet to see 3000 RPMs except for one very steep hill that requires a good stomp of the gas pedal to merge into traffic. The 2016 RAV4 Hybrid has a pronounced sound when the engine starts but represents what the FEH could have been or should have been in 2013 if Ford had continued to support such a vehicle. Note, the RAV4 sound system is poor. Many complaints from owners that even went with the top of the line version. I replaced all speakers and added an amp and subwoofer to improve this. The current RAV4 Hybrid is suppose to have a net HP of 209 HP, flat folding rear seats and even better MPG figures. I would hesitate to recommend the up coming PHEV RAV4 is it is only "air cooled" HVB. It is difficult to manage HVB temperature during the warm summer months and failing to do so will lead to premature degradation of the battery pack. Read the warranty, Toyota does not state a minimum of 30% degradation for 8 years, 100,000 miles as Tesla or other modern Electric cars have in their warranty. In short, these air cooled HVB are considered good if they charge and enable the vehicle to start.

 

It appears the RAV4 Hybrid tolerates 60amps before the ICE will have to start. The mph limit for hybrid drive appears to be just over 45mph. Car goes into fuel cut quickly and at higher speeds. RAV4 hybrid does not need to reach 154fwt (radiator temperature) prior to going into Electric drive. I am still not sure how high it needs to be other than it is over 100f.