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The 4WD video is pretty disappointing. They even picked the hill, it was a controlled environment. I guess they proved the opposite of what they were intending.
Major faux-pas, reminds me of Mercedes when their radar cruise control failed and the two cars crashed in to each other at that press event.
-juice
We have always driven small sedans (eg Honda Accord) but she likes the look of the small SUV
We live in Dallas so it would be normal city/highway driving.
Any input will be greatly, greatly appreciated!!! This is a huge investment for us.
Raul
I am looking for fuse identification and electrical schematic. The objective is to get the power to rear power outlet without the ignition key. Any idea ? Thanks.
I test drove the RAV4 Base 4I and the RAV4 Sport V6. Both times, I was surprised by the road and wind noise, compared to the Contour and the Sienna. Not enough noise to take it off my "to-consider" list but enough to make me hesitate."
My employer offers PerksCard.com membership. Through the program I got quotes for both the 6 & 4cyls limited models.
6 Cly.
Model # 4453A
Factory Installed Access: FE GY HD LA RL SR TO
Dealership: $89 Mud Guards
$90 4 PC. All weather Mats
$27,854 Delivered
4 Cly.
Model #4452A
Same options
$25,921 delivered (includes title + doc fees)
I'm buying the 4 Cyl.
I'm still waiting for the ETA. I expect 12-16 weeks.
I hate that!
On the minus side, the interior is a big step down. Cushion in rear seats is a joke. Toyota seems to be putting the money in the engine & electronics and less in creature comforts.
You choose your preference.
Drive both before you buy! There are plenty out there.
Enjoy!
but Limited's got that CHROME grill plus more
do-dad's for the interior.
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* automatic ac system with hepa filter and dual temperature settings
* power driver seat with power lumbar support. (REAL nice)
* engine immobolizer with chip built into the key so that its harder to steal
* locking spare tire cover
* leather wheel and shifter
* footwell lighting inside
* 6 disc cd player w/ steering wheel comtrols standard in limited
The euro version is a shorter wheelbase. Look at the rear door, it's shorter, and the overall length is a lot shorter, too.
The US gets a stretch model. They needed to leave room for the 3rd row to fold, hence the spare is mounted outside. The euro model doesn't offer a 3rd row option (it would not fit since it's smaller) so they can squeeze a donut under the cargo floor.
Now, that means perhaps they could hide the spare in models without the 3rd row option.
-juice
2006 Toyota RAV4 Base V6 4X4
03/26/2006
By: Timbo from Maine
Owned: Less than 1 year
Review ID: #488982
8.9 Overall Rating
8 Styling
10 Performance
7 Interior
10 Quality
9 Recommendation
Pros:
Handling, performance, acceleration all as advertised. Mine is V6 Base 4X4. Had a 2001 Sienna and also own a 2006 Camry V6 SE. More power than either. Handling isn't as good as Camry but still very good, esp for SUV. I love driving it. Driver's & front passenger seats are comfy. Upsizing from previous RAV4 was a big improvement. Essentially, this is a driver's car. Don't get it as a "family truckster" (more on that below). It really is wonderful to drive.
Cons:
Interior kind of chintzy overall, although the color scheme (black-and-tan, inside my black exterior) is pretty good. Faux stainless is pretty cheesy. Formed fiber/cloth door panels are, too. Second row seats are a major disappointment...more of what you expect with a much cheaper car - just indefensably cheap, board-like, and uncomfortable. My biggest negative by far with the vehicle. The comfort of the Limited was no better, although the cloth was nicer. Third row seat is an utter waste of money...no room for any human I know to sit in there (no leg room).
Overall Review:
Bottom line, I would buy it again (without the third row), but my feedback to Toyota is to put a bit more attention into the rear seats (my Camry's back seats are much more comfortable, and the Sienna is light years ahead in comfort). I'm certain I would have paid another 500 bucks for better creature comforts. Overall, two thumbs up because of the pleasure of driving it, but be aware of what you sacrifice.
Did you mean the ride is not as smooth as the Camry? Camrys aren't exactly known for sporty handling.
-juice
For me, the space, handling and V6 performance are the RAV4s big pluses along with price. The interior is not too much to write home about but functional.
-juice
If so, how do they compare? I realize the Audi is way more costly...is/was it worth the extra bucks?
The only AUDI "hatch" close to the RAVE4 in price is the A3, but it offers AWD only as feel-every-bump sport version.
Do you want a practical, roomy sport/cute, or a more luxurious sporty wagon?
-juice
I've been doing a lot of research on this new model and loved the looks of it, but was going to base a future puchase decision (most likely in the next year or two, when I look to replace a 1997 Corolla) to a great deal on whether or not Toyota finally got a handle on this problem that plagued the prior generation. After reading several posts over at Rav4world.com, it appears that many are having this problem with the new generation as well. This is disappointing to say the least. Why can't this problem be fixed once and for all?
The other downside to the Audi is it is very expensive to repair if you keep it beyond the 4yr./48K warranty and a service contract is probably not a bad idea if you keep it over the warranty. My experience is good but a blown turbo can be a $5K problem I think. The RAV4 should be much cheaper to maintain if you keep it beyond the warranty and extended service contracts are much cheaper than the Audi. But they are so nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The A6 Avant is beautiful but $50k MSRP equipped!
Hey drive them both and then check your piggy bank and think it over.
Is $24,208 a good price for Limited RAV4 (4cyl) with side and curtain air bags and Daytime running lights. In PA after tax and title out of door price is 25833.43.
If not what would be a good price to ask for.
Thanks.
1st Tank: 20.2 MPG (all stop and go city driving--I believe the true MPG would be higher because I don't think teh dealer really gave me a full tank.
2nd Tank: 21.4 MPG (all city driving)
3rd Tank: 22.7 MPG (all city driving)
So far, pretty good for a V6 with a lot of ponies in it!
See www.fitzmall.com for an idea on good prices. They sell 4cyl for $500 so over invoice.
Good luck
We recently purchased a new RAV but have discovered a problem & are wondering if anybody else has the same issue.
If you have the front windows (doesn’t matter either one) a little bit down (say 1 to 4 inches), we noticed that there is a small rattle. I believe the problem is due to that when the window is down that the front part of the glass is vibrating against the small piece of triangular plastic near the front of the window. This piece of plastic seems to be made of a cheaper material than in other cars. If the window is further down (say half-way), the glass will be clear of the plastic and the noise is gone.
We have taken the car back to the dealer, but they have not, as yet, resolved the problem & that is why I was curious if anyone else has noticed this.
Thanks
- Daytime Running Lights
- Side curtains airbags
- Upgraded CD player
- Carpet mats
The out of the door price was $ 25,168. This price included the Southeast Florida dealer fee ($650 :mad: ), but I had to pay since I bough it from here. I ordered with leather but it came without and the dealer said that they will install it for me - I preferred to take it without.
Very satisfied about the dealer - Lipton Toyota - good price and services comparing with other offers. I hope they will be good on car maintenance too.
I did some MPG calculations: first 200 miles 21.3MPG, next 200 miles 21.5MPG; for a I4 seems to be pretty much, doesn't it?
Does anyone know at what mileage we can expect the fuel economy numbers to more-or-less stabilize?
Thanks,
Martin (V6 "Sport", :confuse: currently getting about 19 mpg (U.S. gal.) on 75% highway - 25% "lead-foot" city driving with about 600 miles on the odo)