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Love my 2nd RAV4 even more
jduffy09, 06/18/2013
2009 Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
43 of 47 people found this review helpful
I had a 1999 RAV4 that was bulletproof. I recently upgraded to a 2009 Sport V6 w/appearance package. The power of this V6 is amazing and yet fuel economy is not compromised. On a recent 500 mile round-trip I got almost 28 mpg. The 2009 is much more refined and significantly roomier than my old 1999 model. Rear-seat room is significantly improved, as is cargo room, and it is great for families with children and pets. The only disappointment for me is the ride. You feel every little bump, but I think that is specific to the sport model. And hey, it's an SUV after all, not a Cadillac.
A very functional SUV!
rdiddy801, 12/11/2012
2009 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV 4WD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
29 of 32 people found this review helpful
I've had my RAV-4 for about four months now, and I'm quite happy with it. The ride is smooth and the suspension seems solid. I took it off road recently and it handled the terrain okay. I'm getting 25 MPG with a fairly even mix of city/highway driving. The interior is very functional--the back seats slide forward and back, and they split so you have more cargo options. I like the MP3 jack in the center armrest, and there's a little niche there that's perfect for an iPhone. My only complaints: the back window doesn't open (which would allow you to carry long lumber that could hang out the back, for example), and the rear hatch opens towards the curb.
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Excellent reliability, some cost cutting evident
mattwc1, 01/09/2011
2009 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV 4WD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2009 Base 2.5L/AWD Rav4. First and foremost, I really like the Rav4. I have had it for about 10 months now and average between 25-28mpg (mostly highway driven). Interior is laid out well with great room for drivers and passengers. Rear passenger seats move fore and aft and recline. Sightlines are very good and all instruments are well laid out. Toyota revised the base engine for more horsepower/torque and smoother running and it is apparent. The engine is smooth and revs freely. Fuel economy is very good for a CUV. behind the rear seats provide ample storage with under floor storage bins and handy remore release levers to lower rear seats from the hatch.
Great little pocket rocket
Timothy Lacke, 05/15/2016
2009 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Very good all around car. Good mileage, great acceleration with decent handling in all conditions. Creature comforts not luxurious but functional.
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Quality transportation
Richard, 05/09/2018
2009 Toyota RAV4 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
My RAV4 has been solid transportation for nine years: easy to drive, easy to maintain - simply reliable. The test of its durability is I am about to turn it over to my grandson with confidence that it will be safe and reliable for him.
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