Guide Note
The Toyota RAV4 is an SUV from Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation.
Fast Facts
- Class: SUV, Mid-Range, Alternative Fuel
- 2008 MSRP: $21,500 - $27,0701
- 2008 Fuel efficiency: 21 mpg city - 27 mpg highway1
Reviews
"The 2008 Toyota RAV4 ranks 2 out of 27 Affordable Compact SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 64 published reviews and test drives of the Toyota RAV4, and our analysis of reliability and safety data. The RAV4's high ranking is based on its delivery of one of the best combinations of power, performance and interior comfort in its class. Compared to the class-leading Honda CR-V, it is generally considered to have a more attractive exterior appearance. Its few shortcomings, however, include an awkward cargo door and a higher-than-average base price."—U.S. News and World Report1
"If we were to buy a RAV4, it would have to come with the optional V6. Despite having 100-plus more horses than the CR-V and four-cylinder RAV4, V6-equipped RAVs manage to get almost the same fuel economy. The four-cylinder is a reasonable choice for most buyers, as it provides adequate power for day-to-day driving, but when equipped with this engine, the RAV doesn't fare as well against its competitors that offer similar power, gas mileage and space."—Edmunds.com2
