2001 Toyota RAV4 L review from North America
"A reliable and stylish SUV"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
To date, there have been no major problems with my RAV 4.
However, the tires do seem to slip a bit when on wet pavement.
There is a little noise in the cabin from the engine when I shift gears.
Also, it is not the best when it comes to snowy weather. I have a 4x2 (not a 4x4) and there were several times this past winter that I almost slid into oncoming traffic on my way to work.
In the SUV's defense, the weather this past winter was especially brutal.
General comments?
Overall, I really have loved my RAV4 from the moment I saw it at the dealership.
It is a very stylish vehicle, inside and out.
It has excellent acceleration and handles very well.
The fuel economy is great for an SUV.
The vehicle is also very reliable. It has never left me stranded and always gets me where I need to be without any major malfunctions.
I recommend purchasing a 4x4 to get you through any grueling weather conditions. I would also recommend that you have a sunroof - it makes driving this wonderful vehicle even more enjoyable!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 24 miles |
| Most recent distance | 15000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Tercel |
| Date of Entry | 6th July, 2003 |