Overview & Reviews
The RAV4 has been fully redesigned for 2006, boasting a larger overall size and available V6 power.
- Steers and handles like a car, thoughtful and roomy cabin design, exemplary build and materials quality, available third-row seating, refined and powerful engines.
- Cramped seating for third-row passengers, more expensive than many competing compact SUVs.
User Reviews:
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Researched Choice - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Joe - January 16 - 8:46 amI researched a great deal to find a decent SUV that was reliable, appealing, and attained decent gas mileage. Boy was I thrilled to find the V6 Rav 4. Not only is it a much bigger vehicle than previous models, the performance of the V6 is phenomenal! I average 27 mpg on the interstate driving to work... incredible! The ride quality is wonderful and the increased amount of interior space makes trips so comfortable. Im so happy with my Rav4 V6 and I havent looked back. Do the research yourself, you wont be sorry... besides... its a Toyota.
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Love It - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By M Stojsavljevic - January 5 - 7:06 pmExcellent vehicle. A little noisy on the road but not annoying. Handles great. Auto. gear shift can move to neutral with a light bump.
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Fun to drive! - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Teri - December 26 - 12:33 pmBought this car for a teen daughter because of its safety. She needed a car that could haul her equestrian gear (saddles etc.) which it does with ease. She loves to drive it because it is so fun plus it has great looks. Everyone wants to know what it is. There are no other cars like it in our small town. We also took it on a trip yesterday through a very curvy canyon and it handled great. Super gas mileage. To tell you the truth, I like it every bit as much as my Lexus sedan. Plus, the added side impact airbags will give me alot less to worry about when my daughter leaves for college!
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Dude, wheres my gas? - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Kelly - December 18 - 7:36 amWe bought the 4X4, V6 in Barcelona Red. We wanted the I4 but the salesman persuaded us to go big. Cant say Im sorry except for the fact that the gas mileage is terrible. I am impressed with the fit and finish and anticipate years of Toyota reliability. Lots of cargo room so we may be able to ditch the roof rack/box. We love the dual climate control and the CD/MP3 player.
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Toyota good but certainly not perfect - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By TJ - December 4 - 8:43 amOriginal equipment tires wore out at 40000km (even though they were inflated and rotated at factory specs). Paint damage at 75000km is terrible. Rocker panels and lower door panels are full of rock marks (factory mud guards too small). Gas mileage has never come close to high end of rating, stays around 26- 27MPG (imperial gallons) regardless of city or highway driving. It is dependable but the worst, most disappointing thing is looking at the amount of paint damage on a 3 year old vehicle...unbelievable.
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Love my RAV4 - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Jenny in NC - November 19 - 12:56 pmThis is a fun car to drive, nice pickup and smooth ride overall. Good gas mileage, and a pleasure to get behind the wheel everyday. Love the design, small but sleek at the same time. Had an issue with the radio malfunctioning, but Toyota took care of it ASAP - customer service at all the Toyota dealerships Ive been to has been top notch. My first Toyota, and definitely not my last.
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Best SUV - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By John - October 17 - 5:03 amWe had 2003 Honda Cr-V. Our new RAV-4 is far superior. Much better performance, handling and much less road noise. The 3.5L 6cyl engine is overkill but we love it! If you got the extra $$ definitely go for along with 4WD. We plan on doing a lot of traveling so extra power and handling are super important to us. Toyota really rang the bell with this model.
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Toyota answers the call! - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By rustinginvermont - October 4 - 2:26 pmI would put this 4WD system up against anything on the road for practical driving purposes. 9 inches of snow were no problem even with all season radials. We had a 1999 but it wouldnt fit an infant seat in rearward position of 2nd row without giving up the passenger seat. On the 06, I drive with my seat in furthest rearward position. My 6 ft. 3 inch friend sat behind me with room to spare between. The turning radius on this seems much better than the 1999 RAV4. Didnt check specs. on that. My wife is still thanking me for buying it (since 1/02/2006). Vermont mountain driving conditions can be scary. Im glad she drives the kids in this.
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impressed - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By chandwerk - August 30 - 5:28 pmI have loved driving my 2006 Rav 4 from the day I drove it off the lot! I t has amazing pick up and power..reliability has exceeded my expectations. The dealership played the most important part--outstanding experience in customer service and repair! Thank you Mountain States Toyota In Denver Colorado!
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Really like my Rav - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By LoriLou - August 18 - 1:43 amreally like the SUV. Even more than I realized I would. Its a little stiff interior wise but could be Im used to car. Handles extremely well and easy to park and manuever it tight spots. Really like the looks of the vehicle. 4 cyl seems to have sufficient pick up necessary to deal with city and highway traffic.
