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TOYOTA RAV4 Used Car Review

The Recreational Activity Vehicle 4WD - or RAV4 as it was badged - started the compact SUV (or 'soft-roader') trend in 1994. A perennially popular model, the RAV4 was available in three- and five-door forms but the latest generation is a five-door body style only. Despite the name, the RAV4 is available with front-wheel-drive variants, powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine.

Pros

Cons

  • Easy manoeuvrability thanks to light steering, tight turning circle
  • Vast interior space and big boot for its segment
  • Effective CVT auto
  • Improved safety features added in 2016 and 2017
  • Engines would welcome more power
  • Perception of quality could be higher
  • Signature external spare wheel disappeared with latest model
  • Limited off-road ability
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2007 TOYOTA RAV4 CV6 5 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$9,999Negotiable
Cooroy, QLD

30/04/2024

Top2008 Toyota RAV4 GSA33R MY08 ZR6 Black 5 Speed Automatic Wagon

  • 202101 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

2008 TOYOTA RAV4 'ZR6' WAGON IN DYNAMIC BLACK METALLIC / 3.5 LITRE 200 KILOWATT V6 PETROL ENGINE / TRAVELLED ONLY 202,000 KILOMETRES WITH FULL LOG BOOK SERVICE HISTORY / HARD TO FIND ZR6 MODEL! **Our Multi-Franchise Dealership is conveniently located 25 minutes from the Brisbane Airport and only a 5-minute walk from the Kippa-Ring Train Station. All vehicles advertised are available for sale. **FINANCE PRE-APPROVALS AVAILABLE through our competitive network of lenders, our business managers are

$15,990 Drive Away^
Redcliffe, QLD

Dealer used
18 hours ago

Top2010 Toyota RAV4 GSA33R 08 Upgrade ZR6 Ebony 5 Speed Automatic Wagon

  • 225036 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

Last of the 6cyl Ravs COME MEET OUR TEAM ! ! ! James, Angus and Sam are ready to help you find the perfect vehicle! Do you struggle to make time to make it into the dealership? Our professional pre-owned specialists can bring the car out to you! We can meet you at work, home or anywhere in between. We pride ourselves in making off-site inspections and test-drives easy. Considering repayment options? No problem! We can do a free personalised quote for you now! With easy pre-approval ava

$14,910 Excl. Gov. Charges
Greenway, ACT

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2008 Toyota RAV4 GSA33R MY08 ZR6 Black 5 Speed Automatic Wagon

  • 202101 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

2008 TOYOTA RAV4 'ZR6' WAGON IN DYNAMIC BLACK METALLIC / 3.5 LITRE 200 KILOWATT V6 PETROL ENGINE / TRAVELLED ONLY 202,000 KILOMETRES WITH FULL LOG BOOK SERVICE HISTORY / HARD TO FIND ZR6 MODEL! **Our Multi-Franchise Dealership is conveniently located 25 minutes from the Brisbane Airport and only a 5-minute walk from the Kippa-Ring Train Station. All vehicles advertised are available for sale. **FINANCE PRE-APPROVALS AVAILABLE through our competitive network of lenders, our business managers are

$15,990 Drive Away^
Redcliffe, QLD

Dealer used
18 hours ago

2010 Toyota RAV4 GSA33R 08 Upgrade ZR6 Grey 5 Speed Automatic Wagon

  • 215400 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

This vehicle is in great condition for its age and is sure to impress. At this advertised price it is astonishingly affordable. Be sure to act quick to take advantage of this amazing offer before someone else does. Comes with a Free - 1 year dealer warranty, a current RWC is supplied and all on road costs are included driveaway, no more to pay! Why buy your car from us Because it?s the intelligent choice! Established in 1988, our Dealership has been offering unique customer experience not

$16,988 Excl. Gov. Charges
Braybrook, VIC

Dealer used
19 hours ago

2008 Toyota RAV4 GSA33R CV6 White 5 Speed Automatic Wagon

  • 192295 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

RAV4 CV6 GSA33R 3.5L 5sp AUTOMATIC *** LOG BOOKS *** Tints, power steering / mirrors / windows, CD player, multi airbags, air con, ABS brakes, engine immobilizer, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, rears spoiler, multi function steering wheel, electronic stability program, hill holder, traction control and more. Great automatic, this won't last long, be quick to come in and test drive today. Open 7 days till late EVERTHING ON SALE - PRICES SLASHED! OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK * Austral

$8,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minto, NSW

Dealer used
21 hours ago

2008 Toyota RAV4 GSA33R MY08 SX6 Gold Automatic Wagon

  • 265632 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

SX6 Model with sunroof and much more!!! Come into our fast growing warehouse rain hail or shine with all our cars under one roof! Extended Warranty options. Interstate Delivery. Trade ins Welcome. Finance options available. Perth Auto Warehouse D/L 25206

$12,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Bassendean, WA

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2010 Toyota RAV4 GSA33R 08 Upgrade ZR6 Ebony 5 Speed Automatic Wagon

  • 225036 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

Last of the 6cyl Ravs COME MEET OUR TEAM ! ! ! James, Angus and Sam are ready to help you find the perfect vehicle! Do you struggle to make time to make it into the dealership? Our professional pre-owned specialists can bring the car out to you! We can meet you at work, home or anywhere in between. We pride ourselves in making off-site inspections and test-drives easy. Considering repayment options? No problem! We can do a free personalised quote for you now! With easy pre-approval ava

$14,910 Excl. Gov. Charges
Greenway, ACT

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2007 TOYOTA RAV4 CV6 5 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$9,999Negotiable
Cooroy, QLD

30/04/2024

2009 Toyota RAV4 GSA33R 08 Upgrade ZR6 5 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 225000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

Up for sale is my 2009 RAV4 facelift ZR6. Top of the line model, this has a black leather interior and electric tilt/slide sunroof over the CV6 and SX6 models. Dual-zone climate control allows different temperatures for the driver and passenger, along with heated front leather seats for cooler temperatures. The standout feature of this car is the 200kW V6 engine with a 5 speed auto , which enables surprisingly brisk performance not usually associated with a RAV4. A great 5 seater car to have

$13,500Negotiable
Liverpool, NSW

29/04/2024

2010 Toyota RAV4 ZR6 Auto 4x4

  • 221000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

3.5 litre, 201kW, V6 engine Petrol - Unleaded ULP All Wheel Drive - 4X4 On Demand Luxury / Leather / Sports Model Magnetic Gray Metallic One owner since new without issue Full log book services plus extras Last service 221,000km / March 2024 Road Worthy Certificate / March 2024 Rego until 24th June 2024 Full Pre Sale Internal and External Detail Full Cut and Polish 70% Treat on tyres Roof Rails Diff locks New Spare Tyre Black leather interior GPS (satellite navigation) Sports instruments Heate

$12,500Negotiable
Wurtulla, QLD

26/04/2024

Rav 4 SX6 All wheel drive

  • 258190 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

Selling our Rav 4 SX6. Car is in great condition overall. We have spent some money on general maintenance on the car including new shocks, new steering rack, new battery and full service. Rego has been renewed for 12 months. Excellent tread on the tyres and comes with a spare set of factory rav4 wheels and tyres in good condition. Car is an AWD, automatic, with a sunroof, Bluetooth, tow-bar and roof racks which are all factory Toyota options. Comes with log books. Overall the car is in great co

$9,900
Erina, NSW

12/04/2024

Overview of the Toyota Rav4

Overview of the Toyota Rav4

The Recreational Activity Vehicle 4WD - or RAV4 as it was badged - started the compact SUV (or 'soft-roader') trend in 1994.

A perennially popular model, the RAV4 was available in three- and five-door forms but the latest generation is a five-door body style only.

Despite the name, the RAV4 is available with front-wheel-drive variants, powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine.

TOYOTA RAV4 GENERATIONS (SINCE 2006)

2006-2012

2012-present

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.0L 4-cylinder: 7.0 to 7.7 litres per 100km

2.5L 4-cylinder petrol: 8.5 litres per 100km

2.2L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 5.7 to 6.7 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO TOYOTA RAV4

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: TOYOTA RAV4 (2006-2012)

The RAV4 seems to be a reliable vehicle, but not quite up to the lofty standards of the majority of Toyota cars. That starts with a decent list of recalls to attend to issues such as faulty window switches, bad seatbelt webbing and incorrectly assembled suspensions.

A Toyota dealer will be able to identify affected RAV4s as well as tell if the one you're looking at has been fixed or not.

The other serious issue is the potential for four-cylinder RAV4s to have high engine-oil consumption. This typically starts to show up around the 100,000 or 120,000km mark, but some have started using oil earlier than this.

It's a big deal either way because it requires an engine rebuild to address it. A proper test of the engine before purchase makes good sense.

Keep an eye out for poor electrical contacts in the starter-motor that can prevent the engine from turning over on the key, as well as noisy brakes, and brake rotors and pads that wear out quickly.

And check for any pulsing through the car when you apply the brakes at speed as a sign that rotor wear has already occurred.