Used 2009 Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Great value for the money
Andrew, Mahwah, NJ, 09/19/2016
updated 09/23/2022
Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
After leasing a VW EOS with that silly turbo engine that is gutless when you turn on the AC I decided to look at something more powerful, fun while also reliable. With the v6 this RAV4 is a great value. in fact I chose and purchased this used model over the new redesigned RAV4 because after a test drive in the new one I realized I don't like 4 cylinder engines. The suspension on the Sport model is a bit stiff but the up side is great handling when passing all the slower drivers. Update: 6 months later I am still very happy with my purchase! Update: 1 year later still happy. But had to replace an oxygen sensor $200 at the dealer. Update: 4 years later and it is still the best car I've ever owned. Update: This rav4 will run forever...and in 2022 it is actually worth more than in 2020!!
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Love my 2nd RAV4 even more
jduffy09, Cedar Rapids, IA, 06/18/2013
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 great SUV for the price and size
blinker, 04/26/2009
Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We compared CRV, RDX and RAV4. The styling and performance of the CRV was less than stellar. The RDX was really cramped feeling in both head and legroom with just OK performance. The RAV4 has much more room and comfort (I'm 6'2"). The V6 is quick and smooth and we are getting around 20+ mpg city. I have seen comments of the RAV being noisy or the seats not comfortable. Don't find that at all. This Sport with appearance pkg. and leather seats is quiet and comfortable--almost making you forget it's a SUV and I am a nitpicker.
Bought in November 08
CalBears, 11/23/2008
Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Car is great, much different than what you would expect when you hear Rav4. Toyota has really refined the vehicle. I have the vehicle with the Leather and Sport appearance package. This package takes the spare tire on the back away and includes run flat tires instead (Looks much better than the other models and new for 2009).
Tough to beat
montzterman, 07/26/2009
Toyota RAV4 Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When I bought this vehicle I knew that the V6 gave it a lot of power. Wow, was I surprised the first time I passed another car on the highway! The Rav4 has scary fast power! With the sport suspension the Rav4 handles great also. Don't even think about buying the under-powered competitors.
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