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All you owners out there - anybody know what the 2 black domes are on the left side of the dashboard? The manual makes no mention of them.
Gary
I don't know what Toyota is thinking by making only certain options available by region. It was difficult enough finding the one I got. Picked up the sport 4x4 v6 in silver and am very happy with the Rav. Good luck w/ yours and update us with your experience after you get it!
scottyg1234, "Toyota RAV4 2006+" #3097, 14 Apr 2006 6:42 pm
This beats the 16/20 I was getting on my Chevy Blazer.
I LOVE the new toyota commercial....."I had a lot of HEART for my old truck (Chevy)...this time, I prefer to use my head..."
I couldn't agree more.
1. Passenger side cup holder is of no use if radar detector is plugged into outlet.
2. Steering wheel does not tilt high enough to easily get in and out of the drivers seat (I am 6'2 - 6'3")
3. Plastic interior marks-up way too easily
4. Moonroof need and indicator for tilt down and close.
5. Needs auto all-door open option when engine is shut off.
6. Driver side auto open window control is driving me crazy
7. Engine sounds like a large bee when idling.
8. Front cup holders do not secure small water bottles well.
9. Front console not high enough to lean on with elbow
10. Amber console lighting is outdated
11. Disc changer (should be able to select disc from buttons 1-6 on front, not by buttons 3-4? using up/down arrows).
12. Ignition key (Limited), very difficult to turn in iginition without hitting the lock/unlock or alarm button.
13. Is it really a "locking" spare tire cover? No, not really.
14. Gas pedal is way too touchy. I'd bet that we will start hearing about some accidents because of this.
15. Gas pedal is too close to brake (I wear size 13 shoes)
Beyond these nitpicks....I absolutely love it.
Let's hope the engine continues to perform well and is reliable. I can live with everything else.
I need to know I can count on this vehicle to perform when and where I need it.
Make that #16 on my nit-pick list.
Iam getting 28 to 30 MPG Hiway and it beats my old Infinity FX35 which I Loved, by a long shot that only got 14 to 18 Hiway milage. Gary
with you more!!!
many thanks
rs in boston
Out of frustration because I couldn't find anything on the west coast in LTD and in the colors I could live with, I finally ordered the darn thing. Then, I called Toyota customer service in LA (800-331-4331) and told them I was having trouble finding and getting what I was looking for. BINGO. Within a week I got a call saying they were allocating it, and confirmed with dealer on 5-5-06. I should have it end of this month !!!!
4x2 LTD 6 cylinder pearl white with following options:
EJ FE GY HD LA PC RL SR TO S6 M5
100% assembled in and parts from Japan
Cash Price $28450
Sale Tax $1778
Inventory Tax $68.76
Documentary Fee $50
Full Service Deputy Fee $5
Registration Fee $60.80
Title Fee $33
County Road and Bridge Fee $10
Inspection Fee $21.75
Service Contract 84mo/10000 Miles 100 ded $995
from Mechanic Protection Plan www.mppco.com (Executive Premier New vehicle coverage)
Total Price including the Warranty was $31472 :confuse:
What do you think of the price on the car and the warranty?
is the warranty really needed for a proven car like a toyota rav4 (especially a rare one that's made 100% in japan)?
A 3rd party warranty is really just an insurance policy. Read all the fine print before you buy.
The 3.5l V6 is relatively new to Toyota, and new Camry transmissions are having issues (some cars lose certain gears). It is a first year model with a new powertrain, so a warranty may not be a bad idea. Even Toyota is not perfect.
-juice
I do not see on Toyota's web page.
I always set it in the off position, so it is not based on where I had it when I shut the engine off.
In case you didn't know, you don't have to buy it at the time of purchase. You can buy it before the 3/36 expires.
However if you feel better buying it now, you can contact the finance department from a dealer up in Massachusetts online, (7/100, 0 deductible platinum from Toyota of Greenfield for $805).
http://techinfo.toyota.com/
I would think common sense would dictate that the best thing to do is use FRESH mode and HIGH blower speed to first force the overheated atmosphere out the of the car via the TINY exhauster port and then revert to reciculate until the cabin has neared the cooler setpoint.
But then why do I know, I only have brain matter in my head.
http://www.toyota-europe.com/cars/new_cars/rav4/gallery.asp
Also, what is the rear bumper applique? I thought it was the black rubber thing that sits on top the rear bumper. Someone said its a clear plastic cover over th erear bumper....?
Any reccomendations for OEM parts or third party?
Gas mileage on 2 fillups, mixed driving, was a little over 22 mpg. I think it will improve when I stop getting such a kick out of goosing the most powerful engine I've owned in 50 years of car ownership.
http://rav4world.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=4113
I got the Canadian style bug deflector made by FormFit from my local dealer, part HD20K06S, $64.38. It covers the entire leading edge of the hood, not just the center section.
Mudguards are available from retailers on Ebay and other Toyota parts stores for $42-$60.
http://www.trdparts4u.com/
http://www.toyotapartsstore.com/default.php?cPath=12_187
The rear bumper applique is just a 3M decal with some lines and logo on it. A far better choice for your money is the South East Region bumper protector offered by DeLand Toyota.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-2006-Toyota-Rav4-Rear-Bumper-Protector-Rav-4_- W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33640QQitemZ8064802867QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW
Weatherflectors have their window visors available now...
http://rav4world.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=4311
So if you go to a 7 year warranty it should increase by 33% compared to a 6 year, or more, since at that point it's older and problems are more likely.
The math should be similar for adding more miles.
-juice
Same thing happened with the Avalon. When it was new, people were paying close to MSRP, and I told them to wait it out. Same thing here...
-juice
Do they stick on ?
Thanks
While I'm at it, here's the deflector I got from my dealer.
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About the hood deflector, will that help prevent rock chips on the hood? My 7 year old black Camry had about 30 chips in the hood before I traded it in 2 weeks ago. The chips were spread out all over the hood.
I also think that the placement of the gas tank door release lever is bad.
Someone mentioned before that the interiro plastic is cheap. i think it looks ok, it is just very thin and bends easily.
Indeed, the touchy auto down/up window switch drives me crazy too. i think they should use a stronger spring in the switch.
I am getting 20.5 Mpg in city out of the 4 cylinder. I am happy, this is a 30 mile gain over my old Jeep Liberty for the same 5 gallon of gas!
a HID headlamp would look good on this car.
Is that a 4x4? I averaged 24.5, but I have the 2 wheel drive/4 cylinder. Guess I was used to my Accord, now it seems as though I see the gas gauge needle drop as I drive from point A to point B.
T H A N K S !!!!!