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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) 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 247540 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

2008 Rav4 Rego November 24 Manual Bluetooth head unit Recently detailed Also have a nudge bar to go with it Scratches & sun fade in a few spots Mechanical is good condition Only selling as purchased new car Coffs harbour NO SWAPS, CASH ONLY

$7,500Negotiable
Coffs Harbour, NSW

14 hours ago

2017 TOYOTA RAV4 GX (4x4) 6 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 100000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

NO SWAPS 2017 GX AWD, unleaded Auto 12 months registration Cruise Control A/C SUV, 5 door, 5 seats Bluetooth Reverse Camera ABS Hill Holder Lane departure warning Forward collision warning Park distance front/rear Tow pack Many more features This car has been regularly serviced and very well maintained. Low kilometres and only regular wear and tear for a car if its age VGC, with a genuine reason for sale

$25,000Negotiable
Midway Point, TAS

24 hours ago

*** 2017 TOYOTA RAV4 GX (2WD) *** AUTOMATIC PETROL *** FINANCE AVAILABLE ***

  • 260514 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

*** 2017 TOYOTA RAV4 GX (2WD) *** AUTOMATIC PETROL *** FINANCE AVAILABLE *** ASK US FOR THE LINK TO ALL OUR OTHER CURRENT VEHICLES! 🐼FINANCE AVAILABLE 🐼 APPLY HERE ➡ https://loans4u.com.au/apply/ COLD AIR CONDITIONING AUTOMATIC 1 SPEED FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD) 2 L PETROL DONE 260 514 KMS ALLOY WHEELS 4 CYLINDERS TINTED WINDOWS 5 SEATS DRIVES VERY WELL! REGO + RWC INCLUDED ROAD SIDE ASSIST AVAILABLE EXTENDED WARRANTY AVAILABLE FINANCE AVAILABLE 1000 KMS STATUTORY WARRANTY INCLUDED + 1

$14,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Slacks Creek, QLD

Dealer used
28/04/2024

2021 TOYOTA RAV4 CRUISER (AWD) HYBRID CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 5D WAGON

  • 51000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Toyota RAV4 2021 Cruiser (AWD) HYBRID, 5 WAGON Continuous Variable Color : CRYSTAL PEARL Rego : 20/09/24 Odo : 51,000 Note : serious buyer only First owner of car Serviced on schedule at Toyota dealership . ( 5 years warranty is applicable 2 years when car service done at Toyota dealership) 10 years warranty of HYBRID Battery… With log book up to date and 2 keys . No crash history, always parked inside garage. No swap Serious buyer only Located in North Geelong 3215 Inspections welcome

$52,200Negotiable
North Geelong, VIC

27/04/2024

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

24/04/2024

2017 TOYOTA RAV4 GX (2WD) CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 42000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Don't miss out on a Toyota RAV4 in excellent condition with very low kms. CASH ONLY sale no other payment accepted. It's a 2017 model GX has cruise control/ driver assist lane/ cvt / front & rear sensors. Has tinted windows darkest legal tint. Also has GPS navigation built in. Will not hold item first person to buy it owns it. No swaps. No dealers/ auctioneers or scammers. Only selling to go hybrid otherwise I wouldn't sell the car. Don't ask me to email you if you're interested in the car ca

$29,000
Glenwood, NSW

24/04/2024

2015 TOYOTA RAV4 GXL (4x4) 6 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 201000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.2L

2015 Diesel RAV4 GXL AWD 2 new front tyres. Aftermarket stereo, UHF radio, nudge bar, Tow bar, tint, new windscreen, new battery, no rips in the leather, auto headlights and wipers Will come with remaining rego. Will not come with rwc as price has been dropped below market value. Has a small dent on lhr as seen in photo. EXCEPTIONAL FUNCTIONALITY 7 airbags to protect you and your family. This Toyota RAV4 SUV has parking assist. It has side airbags, cruise control, USB audio input, bluetooth

$17,000
Pakenham, VIC

19/03/2024

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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.