I had the opportunity to do a one week test drive of a Toyota RAV4 Limited FWD SUV for evaluation purposes. No other compensation was received for this post. Thoughts are my own.
If you check the different vehicles I’ve reviewed in the past, you’d probably realize that I love reviewing vans or minivans and SUVs. Our current car is a small one and since my son’s car seat is quite big, whoever sits at the back with him has very little space. So it’s always refreshing to be able to use a vehicle that has more space. And that was exactly my experience with the Toyota RAV4 Limited FWD SUV. My friend told me about driving a new Ford F150 and suggested I give that a go in the future and I just might!
The RAV4 is Toyota’s answer to a fun AND functional SUV with extra mom-friendly features such as the blind spot monitor. And while it’s not as big as other SUVs, it still gives ample space for my family’s stuff — car seat, diaper bags, shopping bags, etc. — especially with the Fold Flat Second Row which makes it easier for owners to fit bigger items, luggages or packages at the back by just folding one or both of the second row seats.
The RAV4 I reviewed was in Magnetic Gray Metallic color with some Terracotta accents in the interior. I actually liked the accent because it reminded me of my grandfather’s car when I was growing up.
The Toyota RAV4 also has the back compartment cover that I really like in most vehicles that I’ve tried. You can also easily close the liftgate at the back with just a push of a button. The Terracotta accents isn’t just in the seats. You’ll see below that the door and the front dashboard is not just plain black.
One thing I really liked about this SUV is that it was very easy to lock and unlock the doors. This is the first vehicle I tried that let me lock all the doors by just swiping my hand over the door handle. Very nice!
Now I’m not an expert when it comes to parking. That’s why I love that this car also has a Backup Camera Display. It just makes it so much easier for me to estimate and see that I’m going in the right direction as I park the car. And as I mentioned earlier, it has a Blind Spot Monitor and a Rear Cross Traffic Alert which warns the driver if there’s a nearby vehicle therefore preventing any accidents.
BUY IT! The Toyota RAV4 Limited FWD SUV is priced at around $29,385 depending on any customizations or options you choose, but a basic RAV4 is around $23,300. Don’t forget to visit your nearest Toyota dealer so you too can experience it for yourself!
I had the opportunity to do a one week test drive of a Toyota RAV4 Limited FWD SUV for evaluation purposes. No other compensation was received for this post. Thoughts are my own.
That is such a classy and roomy car! Love Toyota!
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Looks like an awesome vehicle! Thanks for the review!
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Wish I could afford one.
That looks so comfortable and plush! I like that it looks like an SUV that can really handle the outdoors.
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I swear my next car will have Backup Camera Display! I just love this vehicle. So many great features and so spacious.
I never thought about Toyota before! thanks for the review – something to consider in future, especially when more space is needed with kids.
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I really love the look and features. I also like that it doesn’t look like it’s too terribly high.
My dad had a Rav 4 for years – it is a great vehicle. Big enough to hold lots of camping gear, but not too big that it is hard to park.
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I suck at parking! Love that this car has a Backup Camera Display which will make parking less challenging! And it looks so comfy and sleek!
I like this a lot! It’s a very classy-looking SUV, and the features, OMG! I am SO impressed that you can lock all the doors with just a swipe of the hand – such an important safety feature now, especially for a woman traveling with kids. Hope fully, this feature will catch on and other cakers will offer this.
The interior is gorgeous! This would fit our family perfectly!
I really like all of the extras like the backup camera display.
How lucky~looks beautiful!
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Looks like a nice ride!
My car is falling apart. This would be great to own. Go Toyota!
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The rav4 is on our short list for a new car so your review is timely. Thanks!
I used to own a Toyota and loved it!
I wish I could test drive something for a week. I’ve been without wheels for a year now. Taking the bus stinks.
That’s a great looking vehicle. Thanks for sharing!
If i had a toyota , ill b the happinest woman right now, I never have had a new car only used ones, hope one day I will. These looks a great car
I love the look of this car! I had this on my wish list but nothing yet. Maybe later on in the year! 😉
It is nice to hear about other cars and see the pros and cons. It helps to give a perspective without having to be out looking at them out. Makes it easier to narrow down the choices. I currently have a Grand Caravan, which I love for the space and comfort when driving – also the stow & go feature. Not sure I would want to go smaller. Thanks for the review!
we are at the very beginning stages of talking about buying an SUV. I hadn’t considered this one, but I think I will now! just don’t care for the orange parts of the interior.
I was thinking about buying one of these last year, and after your review, I’ll definitely consider it!
Such fun to review a car! Too bad you don’t get to keep it though. Still, fun!
Love this model.. Classy and roomy 🙂
My daughter just bought her first new car, a Toyota Rav4. I was anxious to read your review to see what you thought of it. I love it! My main happiness with the Rav4 has to do with getting in and out of the vehicle! I find that the seats are at just the right height to get in and out without having to be a contortionist. The only problem I have is with them calling it a truck. To me, it’s a car! A great car!
A friend of mine had a RAV4. She really didn’t like it, especially for highway driving. She said it was so light that it would bounce all over the highway as she drove and when a large tractor trailer went by it would make the car swerve.
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What a beautiful SUV and I love the seating color.
My son may be interested in something like this one for his next vehicle. He needs something roomy and this fits the bill and I love the style
This sounds like a great SUV at an awesome price, thank you for your review.
That car model seems awesome and great to use for family use.