forum-replies.cfm?t=391444andforum-replies.cfm?t=487474If you hadn't looked alreadyThe old RAV4 was underpowered and the new one even moreso. Go for a full size 4WD.Given your comment you intend to produce another kid soon, and you are novating, just go for a full size. Should have left the car there too eh ?joke folks. I cannot exactly explain why. Follow Forum Start Discussion RAV4 1st Generation (1994-2000) ... RAV4 3rd Generation (2006-2012) Forum dedicated to the discussion of 3rd generation RAV4. I find its just starting to get a bit big for my needs, I preferred the size of the old one but I can see the value for money and improved quality in the new one that was a little underdone in the old one. I was looking at their stand at the show, and it didn't look all that good. I'd rather see what the reviews say about the Australian model, than the overseas model. Yes, it was in response to the orignal poster saying it didn't have very good GC and I assumed cf the RAV4The self levellers on the XT and XS work well. I'm off to it later this week. Some scratches on the body as well, but otherwise no other damages. By all of 5 mm lol! For that reason, avoid the RAV4 then. You could always make a trip to Sydney to the Camping show on this week. I wouldn't go to the point of saying that you "woudln't go past them". There isn't much boot space and the rear seats don't have much leg room. Explore Our Forums. I reckon as far as looks go, Suzuki's latest offering is quite nice: I thought that Hyundai compares quite well. Toyota RAV4 (2006 - 2012) insurance groups. I was looking closely at build quality at the Melbourne Motorshow, I would say that the Hyundai Sonata (I know this isn't a 4WD), was lightyears ahead of the Mitsubishi 380 and the Camry...and to some extent the Accord Euro. Hi folks, We recently got a RAV4 XT3. Thanks the reply, essentially I'll be using the car mostly around town but there will be the odd fishing/camping trip with family (my wife, baby and I) and mates (4 blokes). They are better cars than Hyundai, even though Hyundai have improved. Used Toyota RAV4 2006 cars for sale. According to my mechanic, the car has zero mechanical problems, the car had a minor accident where it was rear-ended. and yet in your other thread your budet is $15K ?????? Engine: 2.0 VVT-i 5MT AWD (152 HP) L4 cylinders. Want to know about hybrid vehicles, discover the Toyota Hybrid range. So I'm looking around looking at whats out there. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. But then on gas, luggage room is eaten up with gas tanks. But as their prices are similar, we’ve compared the RAV4 two-wheel drive Design model with the CR-V SE hybrid. What to look for when buying a Toyota RAV4 2000 - 2006, covering common problems to check for and overall vehicle reliability. For that reason, avoid the RAV4 then. Because of the location of the gearbox, get ready for $1500 of work, including around 3 days of labour.The gearbox is a hell of a job that even my normal mechanic won't do. When I saw it at the motorshow ( Melbourne ) I thought that the interior looked cheap.Other than that, looked ok. Problem with your 2006 Toyota RAV4? I don't want to open up a can of worms but how different is the X-Trail compared with the Rav4? I agree however that the 2.4L in the RAV4 is it's biggest problem, very underpowered Sadly, even the 2.7 V6 Suzuki is not that well endowed with power.I could suggest the Forester is another option ;). SoNic67 112 Replies. Reading up on the car I found that there is going to be a Turbo version of the Territory coming out some time in July This is correct. May be able to pick up an old model at a very good price and despite still not my personal pick, a good little softroader. Of the vehicles scrapped in 2020, 71 per cent were petrol and 29 per cent were diesel. I actually moved a set of furniture to the tip in a new Rav4 Cruiser, threw the back seats down and loaded it all in. There are some good deals going on the Kluger at the moment as the Territory has eaten into its sales.The biggest problem with the engine in the RAV4 is that it doesn't have enough torque at low revs for the weight of the vehicle. Hope you have plenty of patience ;). Domenick, Jan 19, 2021 at 9:46 AM. By that time (3 years) I'll have another child as well. Toyota has said of the RAV4 Prime that it will "take steps to ensure that RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid can pass Teknikens Värld’s Elk test." For that reason, avoid the RAV4 then. 268: 2,966: Toyota rav4 2009 2.2 D4D remap by charliefarlie Jan 14, 2021 13:59:12 GMT: Workshop Technical Manual . I also saw the Forrester XT, a very nice car indeed (interior/exterior quality is amasing) but its interior is way too small. I'm also looking at the option of buying a second hand 4WD and my budget for that is $15k. I don't think the 2 litre would be worth considering.Outlander - I sort of like this vehicle but again heavier and thirstier than its size suggests. Sort By: Title Start Date Replies Views Last Message ↓ RAV4 Prime 70 MPH range test + city loop range test. Cars. We drive around a lot and go camping every now and then. Conservative styling is somewhat dated. 4.3K 1.9M 56 m ago. Who would they be Peter ?Haven't encountered any yet.The new RAV4 seems to have blinded you though. 13. Click here to see important news regarding the aCar App. I believe its a bit on the heavy side which affects fuel economy and performance but has its merits if you want to concentrate on the harder stuff. posted 2006-Apr-25, 2:08 pm AEST O.P. cheers. RAV4 5th Generation (2019+) RAV4 Noise. Umm, 200mm but yes it is smaller than the new RAV4Edit - The Forester has better GC than the RAV4 in fact. About the Toyota RAV4. The Forester has better GC than the RAV4 in fact, The Rav 4 also doesn't require PULP, unlike the Forester. There are a very good reviewers, normally in magazines such as Wheels.I was looking closely at build quality at the Melbourne Motorshow, I would say that the Hyundai Sonata (I know this isn't a 4WD), was lightyears ahead of the Mitsubishi 380 and the Camry...and to some extent the Accord Euro.In my opinion Hyundai has come of age. RAV4 4th Generation (2013-2018) Forum dedicated to the discussion of 4th generation RAV4. This second-generation … My intention is to get something that is one step down from a 4WD so I am better prepared for that *proper* 4WD purchase (like someone mentioned here, 4WD is 90% driver, 10% car). I suppose the ride height woudl be similar to most SUV's so more of a common point there though.HTH. The Territory is no 4WD or even that capable off the tar. That means you have to get the thing over 3500 rpm for it to start moving along. All I'm saying is that it's worth a closer look at the latest Hyundai range. 747.6K posts. IIRC, there was no Camry at the motor show, they had the 2 Aurions (sports and Grande) and the other smaller cars, but no Camry I don't think?? Although the second generation Toyota RAV4 didn't change the way we viewed small 4x4s with quite the same seismic impact its predecessor did, few would contend with the fact that it's a markedly better car. I recently bought an approved used BMW that's very faulty - what are my rights? The engine has failed in my 5-year-old car just out of warranty. I'm off to it later this week I'm might attend the camp show, where abouts is it? ...and is much heavier on fuel than the Rav4 or Forester, unless it was on gas. I wouldn't get an X-Trail.I think they are a lot smaller than Rav4. I wouldn't go past them...you'd be surprised at the quality and styling of the latest models...very impressive. As to the topic of the thread, if the OP can take the new RAV4 for some off road work he will get a good idea of how it lacks in power. :). Come discuss the Camry, Tacoma, Highlander, 4Runner, Rav4 and more! 4.8 / 5. I don't want to open up a can of worms but how different is the X-Trail compared with the Rav4? 2006 Toyota RAV4 Limited FWD 94,843 miles. Some are blinded by the preconceptions based on 5 year old 3-door models. Premium Fuel is just marketing by the Oil Companies. Wife and I liked it and are doing a bit more research and reading reviews.Its a bigger car and would suit our needs, although a bit more pricey. A complete new model of the Forester is due around 2008 but that is probably a bit too long a wait. The vehicle is a good size if upgrading from a Corolla and from the front seat, easy enough to live with. I know toyota have a few vehicles on test. I assume the RAV4 is for the other half and the 4WD for you. 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