Used 2012 Toyota RAV4 Base SUV Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2012 Toyota RAV4 Base SUV.
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4x4 V6 Base
randy432, Grand Rapids, MI, 08/11/2012
2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
The V6 is as quick as my V6 Altima but without the drama.
The 4x4 and traction control means I just point and go, no tire spinning.
Mileage is so so, 16-20 in town depending on how hard you push it.
At 80 on the highway 22MPG.
At 60 26MPG.
The seats are OK, nothing great.
Noise level is OK, a little louder than my Altima.
The base stereo does everything I need, I just load up a flash … drive and set it to random play.
I have had the car 4 months.
Quick, agile & fast!
Scott Livingston, Ashburn, VA, 09/07/2016
2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
We've owned this car for 3 years now. It's been a very reliable and sporty SUV. Really love to drive it!! When you need to get up and go, this SUV gets you there fast, and safely, my I add. It's got airbags all over, with traction control and anti-lock brakes that keep you safely on the road. Very fun and exiting vehicle to drive. I would recommend this SUV to anyone!
Startup problems
tsoupy, Honolulu, HI, 01/13/2013
2012 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Toyota RAV4 Base SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Strong power and fuel economy from optional V6
- Pro:huge cargo space with flat load floor and low load height
- Pro:comfortable ride
- Pro:responsive handling.
- Con:Interior has a budget feel
- Con:right-side hinge for tailgate impedes curbside loading
- Con:taller drivers are a tight fit
- Con:disappointing four-cylinder.
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