2013 Toyota RAV4

Great upgrade from my 1996 RAV4 (280k miles)

By Shadow4Glass (OH) on Sunday, May 05, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 1,000

Pros: "Great value & great base appontments on LE model"

Cons: "Dealer "scare sell" on Extended Warranty Program"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Second update to KBB. Only issue was what product to corrosion proof the RAV4. Northeast Ohio roads use salt, brine & sand for winter safety. Toyota would not give the writer the factory specs on corrosion proofing materials and systems applied to the vehicle. Plan is to keep this RAV4 for at least 300k miles. Researched the corrosion proofing marketlace and hands down winner was Krown (Canadian based firm). Drove 188 miles to southwest Ohio get the Krown product applied. Time will tell on the effectivness and it will be way past these reviews. Ziebart was at the bottom of the list (past BAD experience). Bottom line: If you are in a harsh road or air environment, protect the vehicle from being a rust bucket. Note the pic: Changed out the LE's OEM steel rims & tires to black alloy spokes & 80k Cooper's on this Spruce Mica colored ride."

4 people out of 5 found this review helpful

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Great small SUV with plenty of room

By NorNev (NV) on Sunday, April 21, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 600

Pros: "Ipod, bluetooth audio, smooth ride"

Cons: "No automatic headlight feature."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I read several reviews on the 2013 Rav4 and checked out many other SUV's from this class. We previously owned a 2007 BMW 328xi, but with a new child it was becoming difficult to get my daughter in and out of the vehicle. Not to mention my wife had to move her seat completely forward to get the car seat to fit correctly. Now for the actual review. I was initally impressed with the new design of the exterior. I never liked the previous RAV4's because they did not up to date to me and the tire on the back was outdated. The new exterior caught my eye along with the Shoreline Blue color of the vehicle I have. This vehicle has plently of get up and go for a 4 cyl/AWD. The interior is also roomier that I expected. With the driver seat all the way back, I could still sit behind myself without an issue, and I am 6'3". My daughter's car seat fits great behind the front passenger seat even facing to the rear. The front seat needed no adjustment. I found this vehicle to be well priced as well. I have the XLE. The backup camera is fantastic as well as the IPod intergration and bluetooth audio. This RAV4 rides very smooth with a little bit more road noise than I wanted from the Michelin tires it came with. Even with an all-wheel drive, I have still managed to get 33 MPG on the highway in ECO mode. Overall, we are very please with the purchase. I have a 2005 Toyota Sequoia Limited which I absolutely love. This is a great addition to my family."

14 people out of 14 found this review helpful

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One Sweet SUV!

By Buerkletucson (MN) on Monday, April 15, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 2,000

Pros: "Fun to drive, comfortable, and tons of amenities."

Cons: "Wimpy Horn (only negative I could think of)"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I'm one of those people that need to research everything to the nth degree before I purchase. I researched and test drove many small SUV's....... For the price, features, ride quality, performance, and overall bang for the buck you can't beat the newly designed 2013 RAV4. I honestly could not be happier with my purchase and absolutely enjoy driving this vehicle. The XLE trim level has the most bang for the buck with many standard features you'd have to either pay more for or purchase the top trim level to get it in other SUV's. Completely happy with purchase.....you can't go wrong with the 2013 RAV4!"

19 people out of 19 found this review helpful

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Great SUV

By Rav4 (NJ) on Saturday, April 13, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 4,000

Pros: "Fun to drive"

Cons: "None"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I have had the 2013 toyota rav4 for 3 months and like how is handles overall. It handled great in the snow (one foot) going up a steep hill. Also great MPGs I get around 24 MPGs on average driving both city and highway."

9 people out of 10 found this review helpful

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One of the best in its class

By softex (CO) on Thursday, March 28, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 500

Pros: "Blind spot assist, reclinable back seats"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought this car couple of weeks ago. Its a AWD Limited. I live in Denver and I drove it in snow and on the mountains and it did amazingly well. It did not make lot of noise while climbing the mountains.It was smooth compared to other SUV's in its class(I drove rouge and CR-V before). I never touch my key as I have keyless entry option. JBL sound system is awesome. Toyota Entune gives more options(Bing, Pandora, sports, weather..) for you if you have a smart phone. It has enough leg room in the front and back rows. The auto lift tail gate, blind spot and keyless entry are awesome. Recline able rear seats are very comfortable. I like the new sharp looks of the RAV4. If you can compromise on some features like Blind spot assist, Softex imitation leather seats(not real leather), Auto lift tail gate and Key less entry go with XLE and save some $$'s. I am very happy with my Rav4."

42 people out of 43 found this review helpful

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