1995 Toyota RAV4 L review from UK and Ireland
"It's so good I'm going to buy a used new-style Rav 4 (when they come down in price!)"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
General comments?
The Rav 4 is solidly built with not so much as a rattle over rough ground.
It is totally reliable and I have never experienced a mechanical failure which interfered with a journey.
However, you have to be realistic about what it will do.
It is not a proper off-roader and I have never expected it to be. Nor is it a hot-hatch.
However it is a good mix of both. It handles well and is quick off the mark on the road for a 4WD, but chunky and robust enough off the Tarmac if you stick to light towing duties (small boat/trailer). A caravan puller it ain't!
It's worst aspect is lousy fuel economy, which in the UK with unleaded at £1.45 a litre, can be a problem. But then, only an idiot would buy even a small 4x4 like this and expect anything other than than the aerodynamics of a house brick!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 49000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 85000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Peugeot 405 |
| Date of Entry | 8th September, 2002 |