1995 Toyota RAV4 GX 2.0L petrol from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Good all rounder. Love it, but not the MPG
Faults:
Since owning my RAV4, I've found it starts first turn of the key.
The clutch is noisy, but it drives better than my Fiesta.
I've got the estate, so it's roomy.
27 MPG-ish at 56mph.
Nice height & the interior is like new.
Had 2 tyres and an exhaust already. Only owned for 2 weeks.
Love how it drives.
General Comments:
Haven't towed or been off road.
The seats are firm, all electrics work well; just wish it was better on fuel and had a rear load cover.
Just fitted reversing sensors, as there's no rear mirror to see small kids when parking. Feel better knowing I can't crush someone.
My oil is still clean on the dipstick. Think this is good with 138,990 on the clock. No smoke either. Exhaust isn't a bit tarnished with any carbon.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 27th August, 2012
7th Dec 2010, 10:02
Again a high mileage vehicle review. You are obviously subjecting this vehicle to abuse if you are off-roading it, so things are going to break. You have high mileage, so things are going to break. It isn't a brand new car by any means, or even close.
I think you are disappointed this SUV can't do what you want it to do more than anything else. All of your issues were probably caused by serious off-roading, so they would be your fault, not the cars. These are great vehicles if they are used properly, and within their limitations.
Buy an old Jeep if you want to go off-roading. They are made for more of that type of abuse.