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In this episode of the award-winning America on the Road program hosts Jack Nerad and Chris Teague road test the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SUV and the Genesis G70 luxury sports sedan. Chris drove the highest-performance version of the G70 and praised it not only for its handling, acceleration, and braking, but also for its all-around abilities as a practical five-passenger car. The car’s infotainment system also came in for praise as both hosts noted the intuitive controls and easy operation of the eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system that offers MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid won praise for its all-around solidity, fuel economy, and drivability. The hybrid model is available in the LE, XLE, XSE, and Limited trim levels, and that means buyers can find a RAV4 Hybrid that will likely match their tastes. The 2020 RAV4 Hybrid is equipped with the Toyota Hybrid System II that works in combination with the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine to make the hybrid versions the performance and efficiency leaders of the RAV4 family. The RAV4 Hybrid delivers an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 41 mpg city/38 mpg highway/40 mpg combined. All RAV4 Hybrids for 2020 feature all-wheel drive and Toyota Safety Sense 2.0, a robust list of active safety features.
In the interview segment, Jack Nerad discusses the just-released 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study with David Sargent, J.D. Power vice president, automotive quality. This year the landmark study has undergone some significant changes. The interview details those changes and also examines Tesla Motors’ surprising results.
