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Used 2008 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Terrible

k, 10/29/2009
Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

2008 4 cyl rav 4 is the worst vehicle I have ever owned out of 15 toyotas. It rides like a tank especially in the rear. Why don't people tell the truth about this vehicle so some poor buyer won't be hurt? Can't wait to get rid of it. I've been with Toyota for 30 years and have been treated very well but the ride of this vehicle makes me sick and I will rethink my next vehicle.

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Automobile

Lynn Hollenbach, 10/26/2008
Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Previously purchased an '07 Subaru Outback and disappointed with the interior space, although a great driving machine. Have had the Rav4 for 3 weeks and my wife and I absolutely love this car. Excellent driving position and front seat comfort and visibility while the 4 cylinder engine provides more than adequate power. If we lived up north I would recommend the all wheel drive, but in Maryland and/or further south the FWD is excellent since EST and traction control are standard. The 6 cylinder only truly necessary if one lives in a hilly area. Averaging 25 MPG. Our favorite car in 40 years of driving.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

One year old

Fred, 12/27/2008
Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I purchased an '07 RAV4, February, 2008, used, from a Toyota dealer, replacing a '01 Ford Taurus. Bought a 4 cyl, fwd. Use for daily commuter and weekend chores. Occasional trips. Just recently, averaged 27.5 mph at a steady 75 mph on a 500 mile round-trip. Around town, am getting 22 to 24 mph. As a daily driver, the car is excellent. Perfect for weekend chores. The swing rear door does cause some problems while carrying lumber, however, I knew that when I purchased the vehicle. Otherwise, car is perfect for intended use. Am very pleased with performance, handling, and overall build.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Not Happy

Carlos, 12/03/2008
Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Just bought my Rav-4 and am already not happy. I have been getting some back pains since buying the car. Test drove a couple of small SUVs because wanted to downsize and at the dealership this was great, but have started to have problems with the back hurting, no place to put change with out it ringing all the time, push button dash area stinks because everything I put in it slides and bangs, car bounces more than I like on highway, and cargo area light is a joke. My SUV also does not ding when the lights are left on, I plan to check when I go in for my first service.

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4 out of 5 stars

Good and Bad

Sal, 12/25/2008
Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This seems to be a good car. My wife has a 2008 CRV and I naturally compare the 2. CRV has a nicer interior, but not as comfortable. The CRV is a higher trim level. CRV has better pick up and, so far, better fuel mileage. RAV4 is easy to get in an out of, has a lower lift to load back, easier folding seats, looks more manly and has better visibility. The cruise stalk is terrible, in the way. 2001 Escort was on the wheel, why can't a 2008 RAV4?. Doors should look when you put in gear. This is more of a runaround then a fall in love vehicle.

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