1998 Toyota RAV4 LX 4WD review from North America
"A very capable and versatile vehicle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Noisy rattle from the front fender liner. A warranty repair kit from Toyota is available for dealer installation.
General comments?
A great little 4WD for use in the city or country. Handles snow very well (always a concern in Canada), gives a comfortable ride on the highway, and does a credible job green laning. My RAV4 has even been used to ford a small river!
Surprising amount of cargo space in the 5-door, especially when the rear seats are folded down.
Cabin well arranged, with ample head room, good visibility and good ergonomics. Long drives of more than 6 hours don't leave you feeling exhausted.
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| Perfect if you're willing to overlook one fault |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1991 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 150000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda MX6 |
| Date of Entry | 11th July, 2001 |