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By allie_oop on 05/24/13 07:30 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I've had my Rav4 for a year and took it to the dealer to have the transmission checked.
When making a low speed turn, after braking then pressing the accelerator, the automatic transmission shifts roughly. It feels like a new driver just learning to drive a manual transmission.
The dealer test drove it, identified the issue, then said that was normal and there is nothing wrong with my Rav4.
Other dislikes: hard seats, brake too close to accelerator, doors sound tinny when closed, keyless ignition locks up randomly, too many lever controls on steering column (3 with wipers, lights, and cruise control)
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By dmw81 on 05/03/13 13:27 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
It's been a year now since I bought the 2012 RAV4 Limited. I do love my SUV. It has plenty of speed. I don't drag race but when I want to pass drivers driving below the speed limit, it will accelerate definitely and easily since it is a V6. I drive in town most of the time and I am getting 25.5 mpg. If I am driving in bigger cities, though rare, with lots of stop and go, the mpg will go down to 25.3. Very little difference. Most of the time it stays on 25.5. There are no hills in where I live and even the places that I go. There's less traffic as well. My ride is comfortable. My only complaint is the road noise. This RAV4 has some of it. I notice it especially when driving on interstates.
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By jeff336 on 03/12/13 10:01 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
We just bought a 2008 limited model (25,000 miles) with the v6 and two wheel drive and can't be happier. The car is fast and smooth. The leather seats are very comfortable. We get about 23 mpg, which is better that the 4 cylinder Accord that we had before even though that car was rated at 12/31 and this Rav4 is rated at 19/27.
We have the optional third-row seat, which is small, but great in a pinch when we have a couple more kids to take somewhere. People can't hear us well with the bluetooth cell-phone link, but it may just be the phone causing that issue, not sure yet.
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By steve475 on 03/08/13 11:20 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
The gas pedal and brake pedal are 3 inches apart, not enough space for a size 12 shoe, on two occasions I have had the engine RPM
go to 3,000 when pushing the brake , if my foot is at an angle the gas pedal will be depressed too, the 269 HP engine over rides the brakes, the Smart stop technology only works under certain specific conditions, this is not one of them , have contacted Toyota with the suggestion that a new brake pedal be designed to have up to 5 inches between the pedals, their reply was this is a safe vehicle, have already found several people with 2007 and newer V-6 models that have had the same issue , all have size 10-12 shoes
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By ledaebel on 01/27/13 13:49 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have had a problem with poor gas mileage since I first bought the car.
I am not happy having to get out of a warm car to put gas in the tank so frequently.
I have brought this problem to the dealer, the service dept, the regioal rep,
(BTY was very difficult to locate) and finally to phone "caseworker." The best mileage I got was 18.2 MG on the toll road.
Now, in the middle of winter 14.2.
Toyota says there is nothing wrong with the car.
Their reasoning is that I must use bad gas, it's winter, it's a 6 cyl, the EPA ratings are done under ultimate conditions and I should not expect that yype of mileage
I'm dumping this gas guzzler.
I had better mileage with my2007 6cyl Camry.
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By tsoupy on 01/12/13 20:52 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I'm having problems where my new RAV4 V6 4x4 just won't start up. Eventually - it will start but Toyota doesn't seem to have any handle on this issue. I notices that a couple other reviewers have had the same problem.
I'm not willing to live with this problem.
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By asamford on 12/29/12 09:53 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Bought this 2012 Rav4 in october. I really regret the choice. should have tried to rent one first. Firstly this is totatlly a girls car. Not a real suv because it only holds 5 people and there's not much room for luggage inside. Gas Mileage sucks. Car downshifts/4000rpm on some overpasses and ALL small hills at 70-80 mph. Wind blows it all over the road. Steering is too tight and erratic. ride is rough and transmission shifts funny like it can't decide which gear to stay in at certain speeds. Cheap radio speakers, sounds really cheap. No room for mens legs knees hit on both sides while driving. Hate it, but thank God it's my wifes car.
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By frogee on 12/11/12 03:59 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Currently have 7,000 miles on my RAV.
I particularly appreciate the power and smoothness of the V-6.
As one reviewer noted, the accelerator pedal is a bit sensitive, but you readily adjust to that.
I consider fuel economy to be pretty good--23MPG in daily driving, 30 on the highway, at least if you're not trying to pass everybody on the road.
I would think the V-6 would be a must for anyone towing or carrying heavy loads.
And it's going away on the 2013 model.
(Of course, there is always the Highlander, if you want something much bigger and more pricey.)
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By diepie on 12/07/12 19:51 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV 4WD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Okay, so it's quite early to give a full review on our new car, since we bought it new just a couple of weeks ago. I had done extensive online comparisons between the 3 of the contenders in this vehicle category: the Rav4, Honda CRV, and the Nissan Rogue. We test drove all 3, as well as a Jeep Patriot, and considered but didn't drive a Hyundai Tucson. Toyota won out on a number of counts, not the least of which was the fact that we have been Yota owners for a long time, and have had great success. Toyota was also offering some screaming incentives which tipped the scales.
So far of course, so good, but the gas mileage to date has been a bit disappointing.
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By pfw1 on 12/03/12 19:52 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I bought the 2012 V6 4x4 sport a couple of months ago. I got the sport because of the lack of the tire on the tailgate. I guess I was not paying enough attention on the test drive. This is the most bouncy jouncy bumpy car I have ever driven. every tiny bump/crack in the pavement is transferred right to your kidneys. I'm not sure if it's because of the sport suspension or the 18" run flats. It is better on the freeway.The V6 is also a bit too powerful for this car, if such a thing can be possible. A tinny box like this should not be able to go so fast. the throttle is also super touchy which can be unpleasant if you are too heavy with your foot. The mileage is mediocre at 18 combined driving.
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