Toyota RAV4 AWD Sport V6


2009 Toyota RAV4
2009 Toyota RAV4

If you want something fun, your spouse wants something practical, and both of you don’t want to spend a ton of cash, give this little hot rod a look. With 269 horsepower on tap from its 3.5-liter V6 engine, you’re good for a 0-60 mph acceleration run of less than 7 seconds, even with all-wheel drive. A sport suspension and 18-inch wheels provide surprisingly nimble handling for a tall vehicle, and a total of 73 cubic feet of cargo room ensures plenty of room for your gear.

EPA economy ratings of 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway promise reasonable fuel efficiency, something that Consumer Guide real-world testing confirms, with our averages ranging from 18.9-22.8 mpg in driving that favors more city work. The RAV4 is an SUV that can bring a smile to your face without being a tremendous drain on your bank account.