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2022 Toyota RAV4 — would a large MSRP cut make you wait before buying?

V8BuilderCommunity StarterNov 26, 20252022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSEDallas
Price cuts and incentives are good for new buyers but can hit recent owners resale hard. How much do you consider potential manufacturer price moves when buying a newer EV or luxury car?
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DieselRoadie610Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 26, 2025permalink
I'd treat 12V warnings as a no-ignore. On the 2022 Toyota RAV4, I'd get the 12V/DC-DC side checked even if the traction pack looks fine. I'd do that before spending real money. On “would a large msrp cut make you,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Run the total, not the monthly, before you commit. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
TrailCamper931Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 26, 2025permalink
Don't clear the alert just to make the screen pretty. Leave the alerts on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 so service can see what you saw. I'd do that before spending real money. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. I already checked the easy fluid levels.
DieselRoadie610Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 26, 2025permalink
Low-voltage gremlins will strand you even with a full pack. Try a second charger before blaming the 2022 Toyota RAV4 — site sharing and pack temp change the curve a lot. That's where I'd start. Run the total, not the monthly, before you commit. No warning lights, which is why I'm documenting it.
HybridMiles528Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 26, 2025permalink
Don't clear the alert just to make the screen pretty. Leave the alerts on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 so service can see what you saw. That's where I'd start. I'd want a dollar figure or a measured spec, not 'should be fine.' If the story changes I'll post the new data.
V8BuilderCommunity StarterCommunity StarterNov 26, 2025permalink
It did would a large msrp cut make you twice this week, both times after sitting. No change in mileage feel. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
WrenchRoadie234Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 26, 2025permalink
Charge curves lie if you don't match starting SOC and temp. Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2022 Toyota RAV4 charge sessions. I'd do that before spending real money. Write the result down so the next test isn't a repeat of the last one. Make the next action something you can finish this week. Happens in gear, not in park, for what that's worth.
TrailCamper931Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 26, 2025permalink
Charge curves lie if you don't match starting SOC and temp. Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2022 Toyota RAV4 charge sessions. Then you'll know the next fork. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
WeekendEnthusiast189Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 27, 2025permalink
I'd push back a little: Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2022 Toyota RAV4 charge sessions. Then you'll know the next fork. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
RustBeltLearnerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterNov 27, 2025permalink
Low-voltage gremlins will strand you even with a full pack. Try a second charger before blaming the 2022 Toyota RAV4 — site sharing and pack temp change the curve a lot. Then you'll know the next fork. If you share a photo of the worksheet, easier to sanity-check. Video is ugly but it shows the hesitation.
HybridHauler494Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 27, 2025permalink
I'd treat 12V warnings as a no-ignore. On the 2022 Toyota RAV4, I'd get the 12V/DC-DC side checked even if the traction pack looks fine. That's where I'd start. On “would a large msrp cut make you,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Have you gotten a second quote in writing? Checking again after work.
DealTuner471Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 27, 2025permalink
Don't clear the alert just to make the screen pretty. Leave the alerts on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 so service can see what you saw. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2022 Toyota RAV4 in Dallas. If it doesn't change the out-the-door or the repair estimate, it's noise. Next check is the cheap one I can do in a driveway.
V8BuilderCommunity StarterCommunity StarterNov 27, 2025permalink
OP update: scanned the 2022 Toyota RAV4 again and still only have the one pending code, no new lights. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
RoadCamperCommunity StarterCommunity StarterNov 28, 2025permalink
Fair point. Counterpoint: Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2022 Toyota RAV4 charge sessions. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2022 Toyota RAV4 in Dallas. No need to make it theatrical. That's my plan before I call anyone.
RoadMom737Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 29, 2025permalink
Yes, with one caveat: On the 2022 Toyota RAV4, I'd get the 12V/DC-DC side checked even if the traction pack looks fine. I'd do that before spending real money. On “would a large msrp cut make you,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2022 Toyota RAV4 in Dallas. Any freeze-frame data saved? Climate here is different, so treat that as a local data point. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
RustBeltLearnerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterNov 27, 2025permalink
Charge curves lie if you don't match starting SOC and temp. Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2022 Toyota RAV4 charge sessions. I'd do that before spending real money. If you share a photo of the worksheet, easier to sanity-check. If that fails I'll eat the diagnostic fee.
RoadMom737Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 27, 2025permalink
Don't clear the alert just to make the screen pretty. Leave the alerts on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 so service can see what you saw. Then you'll know the next fork. Any freeze-frame data saved? Not trying to scare you — just skip the expensive first guess. I keep a notes app thread for this now.
DailyCommuter815Community StarterCommunity StarterNov 27, 2025permalink
I'd treat 12V warnings as a no-ignore. On the 2022 Toyota RAV4, I'd get the 12V/DC-DC side checked even if the traction pack looks fine. I'd do that before spending real money. On “would a large msrp cut make you,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Run the total, not the monthly, before you commit. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
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