2005 Toyota RAV4: Overview

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2005 Toyota RAV4 

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  • MSRP: $18,750 -$21,200
  • Invoice: $17,363 -$19,334

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Pros

  • Maneuverability
  • Instruments/controls
  • Visibility

Cons

  • Engine noise
  • Rear-seat room

Vehicle Highlights

Toyota's smallest SUV is little-changed after its 2004 update. RAV4 returns with a 2.4-liter 4-cyl engine and manual transmission or extra-cost automatic. It offers front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive without low-range gearing. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes and antiskid system are standard, as is a tire-pressure monitor. Options include front torso side airbags and head-protecting curtain side airbags, plus leather upholstery, alloy wheels, and sunroof. A redesigned RAV4 with an available V6 is during the 2006 model year.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Among utility vehicles, Compact SUVs are the least costly and offer the best fuel economy. Most utilize a car-type chassis and are not designed for heavy-duty, off-road use. Nearly all are five-passenger vehicles.

Our Best Buys include the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Mazda Tribute, and the Mercury Mariner. Our Recommended picks are the Honda Element, Hyundai Tucson, Jeep Liberty, and Subaru Forester.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category 2WD Base, man. Rating Compact Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 5 4.3
Fuel Economy 6 4.8
Ride Quality 5 4.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 5 4.7
Quietness 4 4
Controls 7 5.5
Details
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 5 5.7
Room/Comfort (rear) 3 4.5
Cargo Room 7 6.7
Value within Class 6 6
Total Score: 53 50.7

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