The 2008 Toyota RAV4 is unchanged this year. This compact crossover comes in Base, Sport, and Limited trims. Each is available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive with a locking center differential. RAV4 seats five, but an optional 3rd-row bench increases seating capacity to seven. Two engines are offered: a 166-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder or a 269-hp 3.5-liter V6. Automatic transmission is standard. Maximum towing capacity is 3500 lb. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Hill ascent/descent control is standard on seven-seat 4-cylinder models and on all V6 RAV4s. All have a side-hinged cargo door. Sport models have firmer suspension tuning. Options exclusive to the Limited include leather upholstery, heated front seats, and DVD entertainment.