1996-2000 Toyota RAV4: Year-to-Year Changes
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about the year-to-year changes of the 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4. Get full details of the styling and performance changes throughout the history of the 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4.
Year to Year Changes
1997 Toyota RAV4:
A sliding front passenger seat went into 2-door models, and 4-doors could now get an optional moonroof.
1998 Toyota RAV4:
Several new features went into the 1998 models, and the engine gained a bit of horsepower and torque. A new grille was installed, along with multireflector headlamps and bolder taillights. Audio systems were upgraded, and a revised gauge cluster included digital odometers. New options included a swing-open left-rear side window for 2-door models, and power windows for 4-doors.
1999 Toyota RAV4:
Toyota dropped the 2-door hardtop wagon, issuing a 2-door convertible in its place. A folding fabric roof went over rear seats, and a solid removable sunroof covered the front seats. Antilock braking was not available for the convertible.
2000 Toyota RAV4:
Sluggish sales caused Toyota to drop the 2-door semiconvertible, leaving only the 4-door wagon, now with a standard full-size spare tire. Except for redesigned cupholders, little else was new.
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