The Toyota RAV4 has become one of the most consistent sellers in Australia, and the hybrid version in top-spec Cruise trim tends to steal most of the attention. The GX is a different proposition: base engine, two-wheel drive, base price. It exists for buyers who want the RAV4 badge and Toyota reliability without paying for the variants everyone talks about.
Amelia puts the GX through its paces and finds that the bones of the RAV4 are strong enough to make the entry-level story work. The cabin is functional, the drive is relaxed, and the fundamentals that make the RAV4 popular in Australian driveways translate down the range. It handles the Bunnings car park without drama and sits comfortably on an open road.
If the hybrid or higher trims are out of reach, the RAV4 GX is not a bad compromise. It lacks the powertrain that makes its stablemates stand out, but the platform beneath it earns its keep. A reliable, sensible choice for buyers who know what they want and do not need to be convinced.
The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
