Toyota RAV4 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

kyfdx

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evergladed

San Diego/Mossy Toyota

jim35

We ordered a rav4 limited 2wd,4 cyl,last night at Capitol Toyota in Salem, OR. Sales manager offered $500 under msrp and we settled at $1,000 under. He said that the new allocations are arriving at dealerships today and he will try to locate what we want since the 2wd does not come to this area. He will probably have to order one since we ordered the leather seats, moon roof, heated seats, stereo upgrade, and extra airbags....expect that most that order this configuratation will want the V-6 and/or the 4wd. We've enjoyed our MDX because of the improved visability, so we decided on a second suv and want the 30 mpg with regular gas with the RAV4

Like cynthia8, these message boards have been very helpful to us in our decision to purchase both our MDX and the RAV4

chowder1

My best proposal on a Rav4 Limited, 4 Cylinder, 2WD, with leather, sunroof, side curtain airbags, daytime running lights, auto dimming mirror, third row seat is $25,000 in St. Louis.

Is this a good deal?

ravver

Does anybody know what the 2006 RAV4 dealer holdback is? Intellichoice is telling me it is just $20 (sounds too low), and edmunds has a stale indication of 2% of base MSRP.

Also, do you know of any current incentives to the dealer?

I am trying to figure out the true cost to the dealer.

I am in New York. Specifically looking for the base, 4cyl, 4WD model.

cynthia8

It was $496 - the Consumer Reports New Car report will provide this info ($12) and it was the same as what the dealer showed me - (but I am out West)

ngupta

This is a good forum, but I found it after buying my RAV4.
I paid $500 over invoice. Later found that invoice price also included Toyota Advertising fee of $416 in Fremont, CA. Is this usual ?

Anyway, my cost before any tax, registration was $25,682 for 4x2 Limited V4, leather, JBL, heated seats, moonroof, floor mats, side airbags+curtain. On road cost came out to be $27,700. I also bought 5 yrs service plan that includes all oil changes and services upto 55K or 5 yrs for $1295.

I am very happy with this car so far...

jim35

Our Rav4 is similar to yours and our price at $26,000 includes the Blizzard Pearl paint, heated seats,(plus other items listed in my previous post), floor mats, auto dimming mirror with compass, and mudguards. We did not order the third row seats. Dealer cost for this plus destination and - holdback is $24,407. With the similarities to our vehicle's (our's was ordered today & is 8/10 weeks away) I think you got a very good deal.

I got the holdback cost from Consumer Reports but they do not allow people to post information in their auto reports. It only cost $15.

thecat

Just got word from Fitz that my V6 Ltd. will be in on March 20th. They faxed me the paperwork from Toyota which shows dealer holdback as $517. Why have the leather, V6, Ltd's taken so long to arrive?

kfwilson

Satisfied in Delawhere,....What dealership near Philly ?

kimphdoan

I just preordered my Rav4 2006 V6 AWD with FE, TO, GY and EF option for 25100, Is it a good price.
I also added the remote keyless starter and carpet floor matt for $618. My saleguy said he will locate the car within NewEngland and I will have my car for the next 3-7 days. Let me know if you see any thing wrong with that because I have never buy anycar without see it before.

alinl

Hi!

I just ordered a 2WD, I4 Limited with leather, Curtain & side airbags, Daytime Running Lights, Upgraded sound & Carpet Mats for 24,6K before tax & tag, in south Florida.

From your experience, is it a good price?

I searched a lot and I was kind of stuck ‘cause they didn’t have anyone in stock and they sold them immediately arrived or before.

Thanks,
Alin

jimd4

So how long has it been since you signed your order? Did you order what you wanted exactly or took one that was on the way?

daveman1

The dealer holdback is right around $500, at least for the V6 Limited 4x4 my fiancee bought yesterday. The salesman at Fitzmall showed us the "invoice," which listed this amount.

markiz7

Is $24,100 good price for 4WD Limited?
It includes moon roof and side air bags, no leather.

Thanks!

little3

I think so. BTW, what dealership? Also, I've had leather in 2 vehicles and I prefer cloth. Less expensive to replace if necessary and no need for towels to sit on if the interior is hot or cold and you're wearing shorts (or nothing).

mc94087

Hi,

I just got a quote for a RAV4 LTD V6 4x4 with LA,SR,GY,HD,EJ options for $28088. I'm in the SF Bay Area. Is this a good price? Thanks!

thecat

Actually, I never did sign anything. It was all done over the phone. Fitz is absolutely wonderful to deal with. I told them what I wanted, a V6 Ltd. no DVD (Other than that I pretty much got everything). I did give them color preferences 1-silver, 2-red w/taupe, 3-white w/taupe. They took a deposit over the phone and that was that. I guess it's been about a month. If I didn't want leather w/heated seats this deal could have been over a long time ago but for some unknown reason cars with leather didn't arrive until now.

barrance

That sounds like a good price to me. I got $28,200 with the same options as you + CF. What dealer did you get your quote from? I got mine from Dublin through Costco.

thecat

Not sure what code "HD" is .. .I assume heated seats. So the MSRP had to be near $30k. You have done well grasshopper. Stop looking backward .. in coming weeks somebody will post that they beat your deal by $15.00. So what, let it go at this point in time you did quite well. You can't change the past anyway. Enjoy your car

mc94087

Fremont Toyota. Thanks for the comparison.

mc94087

yes, HD = heated seats. thanks.

jimd4

Well no bad reports about Fitzmall that I have heard of. And I have not seen a RAV4 with leather anyplace.

okii

Hello-
I'm interested in a Limited Rav4 w/o 4x4. I was at a dealership discussing available options for the car and they indicated that certain options are available only in combination with other options. This is due to how Toyota produces and distributes the Rav to the dealers. For example, to get LA, you have to also get HD. I also believe that the SR is "standard" with the Limited edition. Is this true?
Has anyone been able to pick each option desired without having to include something they didn't necessarily want? Thanks

thecat

I have not seen a RAV4 with leather anyplace.

Humm, the 1st Ltd. I drove over a month ago had leather. Finding a V6 w/ leather seems more dificult.

thecat

For example, to get LA, you have to also get HD. I also believe that the SR is "standard" with the Limited edition.

I think that's the other way around. To get heated seats you have to get leather. The moonroof is an option even on the Ltd. But, now that you've mentioned it I haven't seen a Ltd. that didn't have a moonroof.

thecat

Although I had a verbal commitment on the price before, I finally got a written copy .... $500 over invoice that's $2,149 off MSRP.

markiz7

Was remote start included in $25,100 or it was extra? Also, what EF option means? Thanks

delawhere

I think you blocked your e-mail, kfwilson. Send me an e-mail off-list, (according to the requirements of the list, I understand), and I'll be happy to tell you.
BTW, I was looking for a very good price for an good, reliable ride, but, as it turns out, my wife loves this car, (she also drove the Forester and the CR-V), and, IMHO, it is a very good vehicle.

kyfdx

You can mention the dealership name right here on the forums.. No e-mail necessary.. Just omit any contact information.

thanks,
kyfdx
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workinclassdog

Got it for 1k over the dealer invoice (including TDA) in Central NJ - did quite a few calls to find one the way I wanted it

This one has the NY area option C pkg:

- 50 state emissions(FE)
- Daytime Running Lights(RL)
- Heated Seats(HD)
- Leather Seat Trim Package(LA)
- Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof w/ Sunshade(SR)
- Roll Sensing Side Curtain Airbags and Driver & Front Passenger Front Seat Mounted Side Airbags(GY)
- Tow Prep Package(TO)

Color is the Everglade Metallic - I'm picking it up this weekend... originally was looking for the Blizzard Pearl, but there only appears to be one in the whole state, and it's up in Fair Lawn... couldn't even get the dealer to talk about below sticker there... o well, his loss

markiz7

May I as what was invoice price? Thanks

thecat

Interesting, option pkg C in my area doesn't include leather. Here's the list from the Toyota website:
Option Combination #C $2,790
- 50 state emissions(FE)
- 50/50 Split & Stow Third Row Seats(TH)
- Daytime Running Lights(RL)
- JBL AM/FM/6-Disc CD Changer w/9 speakers(EJ)
- Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof w/ Sunshade(SR)
- Roll Sensing Side Curtain Airbags and Driver & Front Passenger Front Seat Mounted Side Airbags(GY)
- Tow Prep Package(TO)

In order to get leather & heat you have to go to pkg. D
Man they sure make life dificult.

jimd4

It does get crazy. So I finally saw a v6 Limited with leather. But it did not have JBL stero.

kimphdoan

Hi

The remote start is not included in 25,100. EF is something that guard your bummper.

Thanks

thecat

I'm curious, in what part of the country are you located? You would think somebody spending the $ for a Ltd. w/ leather would want the upgraded stereo.

I drove a 4 cyl w/ leather about a month ago but the seats were covered with protective plastic and it was impossible to tell what the leather was like. I guess I'll find out soon because mine is supposed to be in the week of the 20th. In reality, I wasn't that interested so much in the leather as I was in heated seats. If you've never had heated seats, I know it sounds silly to some people, but they're WONDERFUL on cold mornings. :surprise:

vmot

Hi, This seems to be excellent price. Does it include Moonroof? IF I am not mistaken , this is below invoice.
It has been difficult to find a v6 Ltd with 4*4.
The best I have is $26092 in Illinois for a V6 LTD 4*4 with Moonroof,side and curtain Aribags and Tow package with clothseats.
Can you let me know where you are getting this from for 25100?

dukmahsik

Yep just got it today! V6, Limited, Silver color, leather, Package A with heated seats, moonroof, carpets, curtain airbags, JBL sound, etc. 30.5k OTD. Such a nice ride.

kimphdoan

Hi,

It doesnt include the moonroof or leather seats.
I got it in MASS and this package includes FE, TO, GY, EF
Thanks

jimd4

Well I am NY, Long Island. And yes heated seats are very handy. I have them in the Audi and wish the RAV4 Sport could be had with leather heated seats.....and a trip computer and Homelink. Handy little things.

I guess one choice if JBL gets hard to find is to spend the $500 on an aftermarket system. Probably do just as well if need be.

The V6 Limited I saw was a beige paint with a beige like leather seats. Did not have time to try it out.

Hey the new 2007 Camray V6 comes with auto six speed. Maybe that will happen on 2007 RAV4 which I think comes out around June of this year with deliveries in October.

markiz7

Which dealer in Illinois is offering V6 for $26,092?

Thank you!

dukmahsik

I just put about 20 miles on the car from picking it up last night. Man the ride is SMOOTH and nice! Steering is great and makes you feel like you're in a much sportier car. Brakes are great as well. So far I am loving it.

jimd4

Ok so we want to hear a first tank fill-up MPG report soon!
Enjoy the RAV4 and no squealing the tires...:)

amm2

I had read in a review of the 2005 RAV4 that high wind caused difficulty steering on highway. Have you had this experince with the 2006?

amm2

Has anyone else compared to Honda CRV? I test drove a 2004 ex and a 2006 lx and a RAV4 base AWD, the RAV4 seems to be a much better vehicle.

thecat

I was ready to buy a CRV when I heard that the re-designed RAV would be coming out. The CRV is a very nice car. It was the clear leader in interior room prior to the new RAV. Having driven both, I chose to buy the Toyota. I think the new RAV has raised the bar in this class. Who knows, perhaps the 07' CRV which is to be all new may move the bar again. As consumers, ya gotta love it.

vmot

Got it at Schaumburg Toyota.
Picked up a V6 Limited 4*4 for 26092, which came out to about 28083 OTD.
Do not know how good the deal is
Let me know if you need any other info.

vmot

IN case, anybody cares for options, they were Moonroof, Side and Curtain Airbags,C4 ( Carpet floor mats) and TO ( Tow Package)

amm2

Thank you. I also just found out about the concept SUV RDX by Acura and am also researching that...that would surely raise the bar of the small introductory SUV market.

jimd4

Sounds like a great price to me compared to some of the stories I have heard. Do you know what the invoice price was and did you get side airbags option and JBL stero?