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in Affordable Compact SUVs

Based on analysis of 68 RAV4 reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $21,500 - $27,810
Invoice: $20,103 - $25,585
MPG: 22 City / 28 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:8.5
Performance:8.2
Exterior:8.3
Interior:7.8
Safety:NA
Reliability:NA
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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

Regarded as merely cute when it was introduced, the RAV4 now has a more mature, refined look -- a fact that reviewers say makes it even more appealing than the Honda CR-V. But a few reviewers still have gripes about the side-swinging cargo door.

  • "The only misstep -- and not just in the design department -- is the spare tire and cover planted on the rear hatch." -- Cars.com
  • "The cargo door gets a demerit because it has no separate-opening glass window. Also, it swings to the right, which can hamper curbside loading." -- Chicago Sun-Times
  • "The previous RAV's cute-ute styling has been replaced by sleek, sporty, modernly rugged good looks that fit its longer frame perfectly." -- Motor Week

 

Review Last Updated: 9/1/09