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Solid Vehicle, Some Issues at 78K
Jerry, 09/13/2010
2004 Toyota RAV4 Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
30 of 35 people found this review helpful
Our 2004 Rav 4 has been a very solid performer and been reliable until today. At 78,000 miles (we just learned) the steering unit is leaking, the front brakes need rotors turned and pads replaced (2nd time). Also the water pump is leaking. All told - it looks like Toyota will charge $1200 to get things fixed. These are the first issues we've had, so I can't complain too loudly. Savannah Toyota has exceptional service and sales staff - so we don't mind supporting their business.
Rav4 L
greenleaf33, 06/08/2004
2004 Toyota RAV4 Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I was never a fan of the Rav4. Earlier models were very unattractive. When my wife's lease expired on her Honda Accord, we began looking for a compact SUV that she would be comfortable driving. With some reluctance, I convinced my wife to look at the Rav4. She had owned a Celica and a Corona in the past, and liked Toyota's vehicles, but she had the image of the original Rav4 (with it's ugly side panels) in her mind. We ended up purchasing a black Rav4 L with step rails,a roof rack, full power, and leather interior. We are both huge fans of the Rav4 now, and probably will buy another one when our current one gets older.
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No serious issues but............
Firsttime ravowner, 08/29/2004
2004 Toyota RAV4 AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
My only complaint is that it shakes or shimmys at 65 mph or so. i asked my dealer to check tire balance and they only test drove it and then told me, "We don't find anything unusual here." So, what do I do? Believe me, the steering wheel shakes back and forth on smooth highways, at high speed. Anyone else notice this?
Great heart in a small package!
Pat Lynch, 01/04/2018
2004 Toyota RAV4 Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
This is a used car that's 13 years old, and I've had it for 9 of those years. This car has made me a loyal fan of smaller SUV's, and I think Toyota is tops. No major repairs have been made on the car - just oil changes and tires. It has a few little dings and quirks but nothing to get too excited about.
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getarav, 02/23/2007
2004 Toyota RAV4 Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
This is the best vehicle I've owned hands down. After owning Jeep, Dodge, and Ford vehicles, I opted for this Rav4 and couldn't be happier. It handles well and after careful examination of the engine components, it is clearly better built than Jeep Liberty. Plus the Rav isn't nearly as thirsty at the pump as the Liberty.
4 months and happy
jdean, 08/03/2004
2004 Toyota RAV4 AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a very good car. well thought out and well built. Fun to drive. great visibilty. lots of pep and good response. Well satisfied.
greatest value for the money
Stan, 03/31/2005
2004 Toyota RAV4 Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Very pleased with the handling, ride andpower. The build quality is excellent. Very good fit and finish. For a small vehicle has great power and acceleration. Engine can be a little noisy at times, and garage door opener receptacle is kind of chintzy. Headlamps could be a little brighter. Other than that, it's a joy to own and drive. I'd buy another one in a heartbeat.
My 2004 Rav-4 4WD SUV
NH Real Estate lady, 07/24/2004
2004 Toyota RAV4 Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love my little "Jitney"..!! This is the greatest car; economical to run, reliable, good looking and handles beautifully, on a dime. I am a Realtor, and it goes right out there with the best of them !!!! They can have their "Volvos" !!! cbennett :) Buy a 2004 Rav-4, you'll just love it. PS: No need to get the "L" package.
trusty rav
natcam, 02/08/2007
2004 Toyota RAV4 Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Great handling for an suv not at all like a truck plus on freeway trips gets 30 mpg. Love the hood scoop on the S model even though husband says its non functional so far 3 years 33000 mile no problems whatsoever then again its a Toyota. Also test drove a Honda CR-V which had more room but at the time the Rav had better safety features like standard ABS, Traction & Stability Control that was not even available on the Honda.
Fun Reliability
RoninNC66, 09/29/2005
2004 Toyota RAV4 AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Waited over a year to FINALLY locate my RED AWD RAV4. It was sooo worth it. They just don't have any of these in the Southeast US. It drives like a sedan, looks great, handles well,and decent mpg for an SUV. Recently had FOB installed and considering other accessories. Planning to keep for a while. Liked so much bought a black RAV4 for the wife. His-n-Her's Rav4s...very happy couple. Looking forward to winter driving to see how AWD performs. Takes the sting out of giving up my faithful 4Runner. Toyota build quality and resale value make this a real peace-of-mind purchase.