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by mrkstvns  - Top 50
Mar 10 '06
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: Back seat is almost usable now, well-configured cargo space
Cons: TOO big, TOO refined, TOO equipped, TOO pricey
The Bottom Line: I'm not crazy about the RAV4. It just strikes me as a vehicle that's refined out the impurities that made it worth knowing...another bland, mediocre SUV.
Cars are like people, they all have their individual quirks and personalities, and sometimes you get along with them, and sometimes you just don't see eye to eye. This past week, I've been driving a 2006 Toyota RAV4, and it's one of those cars that ...
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by knotheadusc - Top 500
Mar 31 '06 - Updated Apr 01 '06
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Reliable car with lots of thoughtful touches.
Cons: Back seat doesn't really seat three people. Back door opens from side instead of top.
The Bottom Line: I'm glad to be revving up my new Toyota RAV4, but if you have a big family, you might want to keep looking.
This review has been a long time coming. Up until last week, I was driving a very basic 1997 Toyota Corolla. That car served me very well for almost eight years and 120,000 miles, but it was beginning to look like an eyesore. It was time to trade up ...
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by mkaresh  in Cars & Motorsports, - Top 10
Jan 11 '06 - Updated Aug 31 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: V6 and third-row available; roomy; fun to drive with the V6
Cons: Thoroughly typical of the class in four-cylinder, five-passenger form
The Bottom Line: A thoroughly competent and pleasant compact SUV, without the V6 and third row too little distinguishes it aside from the Toyota name.
In the past, Toyota has made product decisions that almost make it seem like it doesn't want to do too well. The first Sienna minivan was a half-size smaller than the leaders. The styling of the Highlander and Camry could not be more boring. The Tundra ...
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by fredddy
Apr 20 '06 - Updated Apr 22 '06
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power (V6), Handling, Comfort, Safety (with optional side airbags), Mileage
Cons: Supply/Demand Pricing, Rear-Door-Mounted Spare Tire, Extended Warranty Sales Pitch, Inaccurate Toyota Website
The Bottom Line: Anybody looking at small SUVs has to consider this one. Just be aware you probably won't get much of a discount.
Introduction: We have now owned and driven our 2006 Toyota Rav4 Limited for about one month. The odometer reads 1300 miles. We two retirees live in the Northwest and were looking for a multi-purpose vehicle that could function in a variety of weather ...
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by kc456
Apr 03 '06 - Updated Apr 06 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: A perfect family car: comfortable ride, lots of room, latest safety features, very versatile.
Cons: V6 is hard to get (as of March 06); no rebates or incentives.
The Bottom Line: Versatility, Toyota quality and reliability, V6!
Purchased vehicle: 2006 RAV4, Base model, 4WD, V6. Color: silver with ash interior. Options: side/curtain airbags, alloy wheels, roof rails and cross bars, tonneau cover with cargo net, floor/cargo mats. It seemed this was the only option ...
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by benchr
May 05 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Interior, Safety, Performance, Turning radius, Overall size, Audio system
Cons: Suspension, rear door, 3rd row seat, fuel efficency, supply shortages.
The Bottom Line: Until I get used to this suspension, I can't recommend it.
I have the V6 4WD base model with the 3rd row seat and the towing prep package. This package does not contain a towing hitch even though the Toyota web site says it does, just pre-wiring and some enhanced transmission fluid system. I have 670 miles ...
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by digitalmantis
Aug 28 '06 - Updated Aug 29 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: 6 cyl engine, gas mileage, storage capacity
Cons: Audio, road noise, cabin refinements
The Bottom Line: Toyota reliabilty made me go for this one. It does have flaws however.
Our family bought a RAV4 2005 model last September and we bought a 2006 model this August. Because we now have 2 RAVs I am compelled to review the 2006 model as it compares to the 2005. Engine: Our 2005 is a 4 cyl and is quite peppy but when I was ...
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by tjb63
Dec 28 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Longer Body/width, More horsepower, Good Gas mileage.
Cons: a few cosmetic quirks, Gated shifter, miss the 'OD' button.
The Bottom Line: Definitely worth looking into and at least test driving.
Price Paid: $23,355
BACKGROUND I traded in a 2003 Saturn Vue V6 AWD for the 2006 Rav4 2.4L - My experience with the RAV is limited to my wife's 2004 4wd base model. There are a few things I liked about both vehicles that I miss/dislike in the 2006 model. My 2006 is a ...
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by dragracer
Jan 04 '07 - Updated Jan 05 '07
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: V6 power-perfect size for us-good fuel mileage- Sharp looks-Fun to drive
Cons: None I can think of...
The Bottom Line: Very well designed little vehicle. It's probably not the perfect car for everyone but it was as close to perfect as we could find.
First I'd like to say I second just about all the comments "friendly_jacek" has mentioned about the RAV4. I too find it hard to believe there are so few reviews on this vehicle. Especially since it is so much different than the previous RAV4 design. I ...
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by sgail457
Mar 20 '06 - Updated Dec 20 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good fuel economy for an suv. Easy to drive. Great standard features, size, comfort
Cons: A little pricey. Hard to find 6 cyl with the option package you might want.
The Bottom Line: Great SUV for someone who wants Toyota reliability, economy and style.
Yea this isn't as cute as the prior years...I don't want cute. I wanted to go back to a Toyota PU with a club cab, but this is better if you don't need an open bed. I drove the 4 cyl in January and found it very nice. Then I drove the 6 cyl last ...
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by friendly_jacek
Dec 22 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Well rounded package. Great power and handling. Good towing car.
Cons: Some options hard to get. Considered a girly car by some.
The Bottom Line: The finest small SUV available here, period (now, i'm talking V6, 3rd row seats here).
This is very strange to have so few reviews for 2006 RAV4 as the 2006 model has been around for a year and 2007 model (basically unchanged compared to 2006) has been around now for a few months. Nevertheless, this is my take on the car. I bought 2006 ...
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by JimUSM
Apr 28 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great Gas Milage, Lots of room, Safe in Winter
Cons: I have no complaints!
The Bottom Line: Looking for an SUV with lots of room, high level of safety, and great gas milage this is your car!
I bought my RAV4 NEW/USED (It had 200 miles on it, someone traded it in after having it a week) in the summer of 2006. I have enjoyed the great gas milage (22-24MPG) that this vehicle gets, especially with the ever rising gas prices. I also like how much ...
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by car-doc
Jan 13 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Solid 4WD operations, competent ride & handling
Cons: Gas mileage, rattles, no Auto headlights, no radio information, cheesy cupholders.
The Bottom Line: Toyota quality is not what it used to be, they are getting cheaper with materials, things like seats & trim rattle. Would shop the competition next time.
I had a Toyota Matrix & loved it, but decided to grow up a little, got the RAV 4, 4cyl 4WD Limited model...like the auto climate control it is easy to use. The reclining rear seats & rear legroom are a plus. The car failed my expectations in the ...
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by hopsy24
Jul 07 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Everything, but...
Cons: Sun Visor(read review)
The Bottom Line: Before I bought one for myself, everyone who has one could only say good things about it.
I bought a 2006 RAV4 Sport 4 cyl about a month ago. Every time I get in to drive where ever I need to go I'm in heaven. The 4 cyl engine is plenty to get around as well as economical these days with gas prices soaring and the V6 not getting as good ...
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Unsafe ECU in 2006 Toyota Rav4
by raviola4
Oct 17 '06
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Quality, comfort, ride, handling, features.
Cons: Electronic throttle or ECU or whatever. Serious safety flaw.
I have a 4 cyl. 2006 LTD Rav4. Overall very pleased with the car, but it has a serious safety issued relating to the ECU. I don't know that much about it, something to do with an electronic throttle or some such thing. Anyway, if you check other forums you'll see more and more complaints of a serious Lag or Hesitation normally 2 seconds or so when trying to either merge, or accelerate from a slow speed. I've nearly been rear ended on 3 occassions. I'm 58 so i know how to drive, but when you push on an accelerator to merge etc. it should pick up speed, not get lost in some strange mode. Toyota claims this is normal. understand Camry has same issue (not sure if with 4 cyl. or what) but possible ECU solution or computer change etc. Anyway, for this one issue alone i cannot recommend the Rav4. Shame cause it overall is a great vehicle.
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