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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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2008 TOYOTA RAV4 CV (4x4) AUGUST REGO JVC New Clutch GOOD KM

  • 216800 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

12/2007 TOYOTA RAV 4 CV (4X4) 5sp Manual 2.4ltr 4 cylinder 216,800 km 4/8/2024 Registration New Clutch installed 4/03/24 ($2,400) Vintage Gold in colour Freezing Air conditioning JVC Remote head deck ( Bluetooth/ Handsfree/Spotify Connectivity) ABS/ Air-Bags/AWD Electronic Brake Force Distribution Power Steering/Windows/ Mirrors Has 4x4 at push of a button Cruise Control Tinted windows Light bar /hi beam for extra night vision Regularly Serviced/log books Remote control/central

$5,490
Mona Vale, NSW

7 hours ago

RAV4 3SGTE Turbo

  • 160000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Description in pics Currently has rear seats installed Very nice factory-like 3sgte turbo conversion, excellent daily driver Quick car (for a Rav4) Radical 90’s interior 💙💜💚 - can quickly swap rear seats back in Genuine Toyota carbon look spoiler 👀 No swaps or lowball offers please. If you can see this it’s still available Would consider trade for motorcycle or motorcycle & cash my way

$16,000
Ridleyton, SA

17 hours ago

1997 TOYOTA RAV4 (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4x4 3D WAGON

  • 350000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Rare 3x door Rav4, bought it as a project car and spent around $4k to restore it mechanically, didnt have the books so changed all the fluids for peace of mind. Can provide RWC for $500 extra Car is listed on carsales as well which has got a video walk around as well

$5,999
Broadmeadows, VIC

18 hours ago

2012 TOYOTA RAV4 CV (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 253000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Up for sale is my wife’s Toyota rav4, she is the second owner and originally bought it with 20,000km on it. Very reliable car and fuel efficient. Car is fitted with : Roof racks New battery ( 2months old ) Reversing camera The car does have the usual wear and tear of a 12year old vehicle. Some minor scratches and the odd small trolley dent. Inspections are welcome, no pay id etc

$11,500
Kariong, NSW

18 hours ago

2006 TOYOTA RAV4 CRUISER (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 181000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

This 2006 Toyota RAV4 CVV-T is a 4-cylinder, 2.4i (4X4) wagon with automatic transmission. It comes with registration till mid January 2025 and roadworthy certification included. -Mileage - 181k - Few minor dents around and the bumber but overall looks good! The vehicle is reliable & It's in good condition - All near-new tyres front and rear. Features include roof racks, a CD player with a 6-speaker stereo system, dual airbags for safety, air conditioning, ABS brakes, cruise control, power win

$10,800
Altona Meadows, VIC

Yesterday

2011 Toyota RAV4, Silver (4x4)

  • 210000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

2011 RAV4 in good condition. Only two owners. Full logbook servicing with receipts. A few dents as pictured. otherwise in good shape. Car has served me well for many years. Selling because I am looking to downsize to a smaller car for commuting. Has 3 sets of keys; 2 remotes and 1 valet key.

$13,000
Hurstville, NSW

30/04/2024

2004 TOYOTA RAV4 CV (4x4) 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON, 5 seats ACA23R

  • 239851 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

One Owner highway driving klms from Sydney to Goulburn, with limited use in city traffic, very tidy & well looked after, Regularly serviced new suspension, Brakes, Tyres & Cluthch, Drives extremely well very smooth & Tight, Everything is in great working order. FEATURES# - 4X4 - 5 Speed manual - Air conditioning icy cold - Power windows & mirrors - Central locking - Alarm - 4 New tyres - Cd player - Air bags Selling due to new car arrival, been a great & reliable car over the years. please m

$5,500
Picnic Point, NSW

30/04/2024

2009 Toyota RAV4 CRUISER

  • 155670 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Toyota RAV4 Crusier General immaculate condition 15557Klm Reason for sell...... Upgrade to new car 4 Cyclinders 2400cc Automatic Air conditioning Tow bar New types and battery

$12,000
Leanyer, NT

30/04/2024

2009 TOYOTA RAV4 CV (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 238800 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Toyota Rav 4 CV 4x4 Immaculate Interior and Exterior Very Reliable and Well Maintained Car NO Mechanical Issue, NO problem at all Recently Serviced Android/Apple Car-play installed Brand New Bridgestone tyres Comes with 2 keys Icy Cold A/C Recently serviced Full Logbook, Service history available

$13,000
Winthrop, WA

30/04/2024

2005 Toyota RAV4 CV SPORT 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

$4,500
South Grafton, NSW

30/04/2024

2007 TOYOTA RAV4 CV (4x4) 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 207000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

2007 Toyota Rav 4x4 Service History New Clutch New Starter Motor New Alternator New Engine Mounts Cruise Control Cold Airconditioning Heavy Duty Tow Bar Nudge Bar Side Steps Roof Racks Rego We bought this car to teach our daughter to drive a manual and is now not required

$6,200
Kilsyth, VIC

29/04/2024

2010 TOYOTA RAV4 CV (4x4) 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 170000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Awesome adventure car with low km’s! It’s never been in an accident and gets serviced regularly. No major scratches or damage. Only selling as I have a work car so I barely drive this. It has a bit of a heavy clutch but you get used to it, otherwise it drives great. Dark tinted windows for extra privacy, lots of boot space, and ability to go off road. All round great and reliable car

$11,000
North Ward, QLD

28/04/2024

2006 TOYOTA RAV4 CRUISER (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 241000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

RAV4 4WD ACA33R CRUISER WAGON Good service history Good tyres Pearl white Colour Icy cold aircon Great heating Pioneer head unit Tinted windows Toyota Towbar Nudge bar with LED light bar Toyota Roof Racks Parcel Shelf net and cover Rego 27/06/24 Located in York WA Selling to recent upgrade. Will not reply to scammers!

$8,500
York, WA

27/04/2024

2006 TOYOTA RAV4 CRUISER L (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 332000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Rego till June. As is some damage good first car

$5,500
Bundaberg Surrounds, QLD

27/04/2024

2009 TOYOTA RAV4 CV (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 201000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Very reliable car, always serviced on time and well taken care of. If you are interested, please call between 10am and 6pm. Serious buyers only.

$12,700
Sefton, NSW

26/04/2024

2006 TOYOTA RAV4 CRUISER (4x4) 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON Roof Racks

  • 226000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Toyota RAV4 2006 manual 2.4l AWD 8 airbags, aircon 10 months rego, Bluetooth, apple play, reverse camera, roof racks , clutch & gearbox works perfectly fine new engine starter, very good condition, heaps of storage front bumper damaged - photo attached

$7,250
Dee Why, NSW

25/04/2024

2005 TOYOTA RAV4 SPORT (4x4) 5 SPD MANUAL 5 D WAGON

  • 171763 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Toyota RAV4 2005 171,763kms 2.4L, Manual 5 Speed 5 door Petrol, Unleaded ,A/C, spot lights and towball. Recently serviced , REGO valid until 17/08/2024 Non smokers . Great car, clean and tidy on the inside , but paint on the outside not the best ,a few age related bumps and scratches from previous owners , but doesn’t effect the performance. Great first car or general run around.

$8,000
Vasse, WA

25/04/2024

2005 TOYOTA RAV4 CV (4x4) AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 269865 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

A perfect first car or family run-around. The Rav was my first car as a student, and it has served me so well. Rego until March 2025. Air-conditioning recently cleaned, and working well. Recently replaced floor mats and front-seat covers. Cloth interior. Fantastic boot space, and room for back-seat passengers. The car has been serviced regularly in the time that I have owned it. It has never been written off. In the time that I have owned the car, I have had no major issues with it. A

$5,500
Moss Vale, NSW

24/04/2024

2008 TOYOTA RAV4 CRUISER (4x4) 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 240506 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Great family car, 4 cyl, 5 spd manual Beautifully presented, sunroof, fog lights & new spotlights, bluetooth stereo, extra usb ports. New to the coast (a Toowoomba car), never been off road. Just serviced Some slight blemishes in the roof paintwork

$13,000
Mudjimba, QLD

23/04/2024

2002 TOYOTA RAV4 EDGE (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4x4 4D WAGON

  • 276000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2002 Toyota RAV4 Edge Auto 4x4 for sale One of the most durable and reliable car that won’t hurt your bank. Low maintenance cost, beautiful drive and spacious interior. The car has been upgraded with reverse camera and bluetooth. This will make a perfect car for first car buyer, or simply a car for work. It’s also very nice to take it out for a road trip on the weekend with lot of room for family, friends and luggages. Car specification: -Driver and passenger airbag -Reverse camera -Bluetoot

$4,900
Footscray, VIC

23/04/2024

2007 TOYOTA RAV4 CRUISER (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 166098 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

A 2007 model 4WD Rav4 brilliant reliable, 166kW 2.4-litre and plenty of room; new tyres added and it has just had its service; non-smoking driver; log book with regular services in excellent condition. I am only selling as I need a bigger car to meet family needs. Inspections welcome. EXPLORE WITH THE FAMILY This Toyota RAV4 has exceptional fuel efficiency. This car has cruise control, front fog lamps, power door mirrors and hill holder. It has 6 airbags fitted for your safety. This car has r

$10,800
Croydon, NSW

22/04/2024

2006 TOYOTA RAV4 CRUISER (4x4) 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 250000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Reliable 2006 Toyota Rav 4 in good condition. Spacious car with plenty of room for storage (perfect for camping etc). Had new tires put on end of last year. Sunroof. Nudge bar. Tow ball. Only a few minor dents and scratches. Registered until end of May. Open to offers

$7,500
Hadspen, TAS

22/04/2024

1999 TOYOTA RAV4 (4x4) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4x4 4D WAGON

  • 328840 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Good condition, service records available, small ding left front

$3,000
Safety Beach, NSW

20/04/2024

1994 TOYOTA RAV4 (4x4) 5 SP MANUAL 4x4 2D HARDTOP, 4 seats All Others

  • 300121 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Selling 93 rav 4 5speed manual 4cyl injection 5seater Runs well, but last owner said fuel pump needs to be put in correct as idles fine drives well for a few moments then loses power, could just need a whole new fuel pump, Make a great work car, leaner driver dailey etc. Located bendigo vic May trade

$2,200
Bendigo, VIC

16/04/2024

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.