Toyota RAV4 Review

The Toyota RAV4 ranks 17 out of 22 Compact SUVs. This is based on our analysis of published and test drives of the Toyota as well as reliability and safety

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 is

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 a smooth ride and plenty of space, reviewers say, but SUVs offer more engines that make peppier off the line.

Test say that the RAV4’s four-cylinder has sufficient power for daily though a few say that acceleration is Some reviewers point out rival crossovers like the Tiguan offer more engines. Reviewers like the six-speed automatic transmission for its shifts. The base RAV4 an EPA-estimated 24/31 mpg city/highway, is competitive with the fuel of other affordable compact but not as good as class leaders the Mazda CX-5. Equipped all-wheel drive, the RAV4 22/29 mpg. Auto say the 2014 RAV4 has composed and a comfortable, balanced ride, but other compact SUVs the Mazda CX-5 and Ford are sportier behind the wheel. The comes standard with air bags, including a driver’s air bag, which isn’t in some rivals.

Most reviewers agree the RAV4’s interior is stylish and and one notes that a reinforced keeps the cabin quiet. test drivers say that the use of plastics in the cabin detracts the design. It’s easy for to find a comfy position and the seats offer plenty of for tall adults, test report. Cargo space is for the class and reviewers say the optional liftgate is very convenient, as it can be to open to a specific height. a bevy of standard features, say, including a six-speaker with a touch-screen display, a camera, Bluetooth and a USB port. upgrades include dual-zone climate control, push-button navigation, a premium audio

“Another area important to is fuel economy, and while not the RAV4’s EPA numbers are bested by such as the Mazda CX-5 and Subaru Forester. Likewise, the CX-5 and Ford Escape a more dynamic driving while the Subaru Forester and VW offer more powerful engines. — Kelley Book “The latest of the RAV4 — that’s for Recreational Active Vehicle 4-wheel-drive — isn’t the stylish or exciting CUV around, but it provide the space, comfort and that buyers prize. Left Lane News is just average as we merge onto the Loop 101 freeway, but in other respects, the 2013 RAV4 has made the trip comfortable and enjoyable. This ease of use is exactly what’s everyone to compact crossover in the first place and that’s this RAV4 was designed to do. Edmunds (2013) As ever, its ride and handling are competent but not the powertrain is smooth and efficient and the is reasonable. — Autoblog Toyota has made transformative to the RAV4. In both style and the company’s smallest crossover has from stodgy to sporty. The new is finally fun to drive and has become one of the vehicles in the class. — Mechanics (2013)

Other SUVs to Consider

say the Mazda CX-5 is thrilling to has a spacious cabin and a decent of cargo space. It also excellent fuel economy. start is standard on the CX-5, but on the RAV4.

The Buick Encore high praise from for its upscale interior, and like the it comes with numerous features, including a backup The Encore also gets fuel economy for the class.

2014 Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 seats and has standard front-wheel drive. A four-cylinder engine and a six-speed transmission are standard and all-wheel is optional. The RAV4 comes in trims: LE, XLE and Limited. The Toyota was completely redesigned for the 2013 year and sees few changes year, so this overview applicable research and reviews the 2013 and 2014 model

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