Used 2003 Toyota RAV4 Consumer Reviews
excellent
fun to drive, easy to handle, nice interior, ergonomically designed
great rav4
Great SUV. This SUV is fun to drive. Great gas mileage. Toyota dealers were willing to reduce price below invoice.
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $3,900464 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $3,995490 mi away
- BaseMSRP: $8,494492 mi away
Love our RAV4s!
We own a 1998 Rav4, decided to get a 2003. It is Spectra Mica Blue, with a moon roof, luggage rack, 2 WD auto trans, and Quick Pkg. Improvements since 1998 are impressive. The ride is smoother, seats are very comfortable, seating in the back is adjustable for more legroom, there are lots more nooks and crannies for storage, cup holders (4) that are adjustable, a neat little eyeglass holder hidden under steering wheel, nice small storage area under the floormat in back storage area, and a fishnet pocket on rear door. A compartment above the rearview mirror holds your garage door opener, etc. Better insulated agains road noise. City mpg 28.
Fun little SUV
Much more fun to drive than the CRV. With the smooth-shifting 5-speed transmission, the 2.0 VVi engine has adequate power with very good gas mileage--got 31 MPG on the first tank driving highway. My wife loves her RAV; great for our small family and trips around town.
Are we talking about the same car?
No power? Come on, this thing is plenty peppy! Absolutely no problem on entrance ramps. (OK, so I don't exactly live in hill country.) As for the sound system, mine's got bass to burn! And the controls are convenient and logical. The tweeters give it good presence. This car is a joy to drive, if a little bouncy in the ride. I suppose that's the tradeoff for its superior handling.