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Proud to Own My Rav
Bill, 07/02/2008
2008 Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I own a 2008 RAV Sport V6 with 4WD. I love my new vehicle and hope that it will be as reliable as I have read. Full economy is currently about 21.5 avg MPG to 24.5 MPG. This is driving gently while trying to avoid quick starts and hard stops. I would like better fuel economy but the RAV is still a best in its class. I had body moldings installed as I was worried that the unprotected doors would get dinged to easily.
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kris, 03/19/2017
2008 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Try it you'll be surprised. Only owed GM products took a serious chance and years later still loving it. Don't let one dealership stop your dreams, a professional true finance manager and general manager will make it happen!!!!! Basic up keeps: oil changes, tires and battery is all I've done. Well good washes and wax regularly keep your investment looking sharp and it will take care of you.
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Freeway Access Is No Longer Suicidal!
Stellarink, 06/19/2009
2008 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Throughout 25,000 miles in 1 year, 24 mpg w/V6 in a metro city is great while my 4-cyl '06 PT Cruiser gets less than 18. The V6 and a comparable large rear window is the reason Toyota got my green. The turning radius surpasses my smaller Cruiser's. As you can tell, my practical focus is on safety, function, and economy. My wife's preference is style and speed. With the Rav, we get both. Researching options and reports, Toyota seems to exceed American auto-makers for trouble-free longevity. My wife (5'3") and I (6'2") both ride in stable comfort whether driving or riding. Leg and cargo room are ample and head room abounds in front & rear seats. Acceleration? Pray and fly with angelic speed.
OIL CONSUMPTION
Delores L., 03/28/2019
updated 03/30/2020
2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have a 2008 Toyota RAV4 Limited (Lemon). I had the car two weeks and a sensor went out) I was driving and all the lights on the dash board lit up. This car has had Multiple recalls on it, too many to count. Seat Belts, Acceleration problems, Computer problems, Shocks/Struts and Engine Oil leak. They did an over haul for oil leak and the darn car is still consuming oil. They said the car is not leaking oil, but its burning oil. The paint is peeling. The Pulley broke and I ad to have the thing towed and compressor replaced. I have come to realize Toyota products are just like Chevrolet, Ford and all the rest NO GOOD!!!
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The car from hell
Kevin Flowers, 03/15/2017
2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Bought the car used with 79000 miles. At 160000 miles the transmission failed, the motor failed (rod bearing). and the computer failed. Shop told me only the dealer could repair the computer problem and would be very expensive. After spending over $5000 to replace the motor and transmission I decided not to throw any more $$$ at this car. Car also had several safety recalls. Previously owned a 2003 Rav 4 and never had a single issue. Had 200000 miles and still ran like new. Have lost my faith in Toyota products.
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