Toyota RAV4 (Japanese import) 2005-2015 used car review

The Japanese-import Toyota RAV4 is a city-friendly SUV with a flexible interior and powerful engine.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.6 out of 5

The good

Zippy engine and excellent transmission are great for the city
Very little road noise enters the cabin
Being 200mm shorter makes it easier to park

The not-so-good

Boot capacity will make family trips a struggle
Very few standard safety features

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2007 Toyota RAV4 (Japan) Sport

Price

$11,000 to $22,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

2.4-litre four-cylinder136kW/233Nm (claimed)

Transmission

CVT automatic, all-wheel drive

Safety rating

Four-star Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

12,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Full size wheel

Fuel economy

8.5-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4395mm

Width

1815mm

Height

1685mm

Towing capacity

Unofficial: Up to 2,000kg braked.

Turning circle

10m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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