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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Surprisingly Large Compact SUV - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By juhoney76 - June 15 - 3:10 pm06 RAV4 is selling really fast! five RAV4 were available when I went to the dealer. It has sufficient low end torque. Also, getting to 80mph is a breeze. The newly designed interior is beautifully modern. I never considered buying a RAV4 because of its small size. But, 06 RAV4 is definitely worth a look for its car-like handling, peppy engine, beautiful interior, larger space and gas mileage.
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A Sweet SUV - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Karen Loebel - June 1 - 2:03 pmThe SUV has fantastic power and a smooth ride; nice interior and a sleek exterior. It has lots of cargo space (I hauled two big arm chairs, an ottoman, a microwave and three boxes in one trip).
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Excellent overall - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By CBM - June 1 - 5:03 amWeve now owned this vehicle for almost a year, and have found quality and reliability to be excellent. The power from the V6 is without peer in this class, and the fuel economy is the icing on the cake (note: a light foot helps achieve those window sticker EPA numbers). Interior room is excellent both for passengers and cargo. The JBL stereo is decent for a factory upgrade. With AWD the RAV4 is surefooted in winter, and with the side curtains and stability control its a safe ride. No complaints about seat comfort (ours is the Limited with leather). The ride is firm but comfortable. After almost a year on the road its still tight and a pleasure to drive. Recommended.
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I Almost Love My RAV4. - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Melissa - May 27 - 6:16 amThis is my first Toyota. I selected the RAV4 based on Toyotas reputation for reliability. I love the exterior design of the RAV4, it looks sharp with the optional 17" alloy wheels and crome stepbar. The interior is roomy and comfortable. I highly recommend against purchasing the 4cyl because of the extremely sluggish acceleration. I rated the Performance a "4" and Fun To Drive a "6" because of the acceleration (or lack thereof). I would love my little RAV4 if I werent so afraid of it ending up a little pile of scrap metal on the interstate.
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Great for familys! - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By ananomous - May 26 - 10:00 amBought our 2006 Toyota rav4 base 4x4 w/ 3rd row in 2009 used to be a lease but there has been no problems. we have 5 kids and one adult and a driving teen and its ran great for long car trips and commuting. good car that will last a long time. A lot of trunk space and cargo it has seats that fold flat. easy to get into 3rd row has 10 cup holders and more!
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Toyota Hits a Homerun - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Frank G. - April 24 - 10:20 amInitially, the new rear window pillar area seemed a bit "mod". After looking at the competition, we quickly came back to buy the new RAV4 because it simply has the very best to offer. RAV4 has an attractive interior design, a pleasant and logical dashboard, good seating and a large well planned cargo area. We just LOVE everything about this RAV4. The impressive road handling, fuel milage, great visability and of course, Toyota quality, make this vehicle the one to beat. RAV4 gave us the best of both worlds - a pleasant carlike interior AND an undercarriage and exterior body that is a rugged 4WD truck, when needed. We just turned 3500 miles and so far, this is our very best vehicle yet.
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Impressive Compact SUV - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Allen Jackson - March 31 - 11:26 amThis is a really nice SUV. The new RAV4 is almost now as big inside as the Highlander. Rides likes a Camry, but with the functionality of a SUV. 4 cylinder had plenty of power - 166hp. Fit and finish are very nice. My only hesitation with this SUV is that the rear window does not pop open, as was with the case for previous RAV4s.
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Im a Rav4 Girl - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By Jackie - March 20 - 7:10 pmIts so much fun to drive. I have never owned a suv b4, now I will never go back to a midsize. I owned a toyota before in the 1980s went to Honda, now Im back home. Its roomy, sleek in style, and drives like a car. Never was interested in the older models. Now Im very impressed.
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good decision - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By happydriver - March 5 - 10:40 amI took a big step by going from a Corolla to a Rav4 but I am convinced I made the right decision. The Rav is excellent from front to back. I did my homework and compared it to CRV but in the end, RAV won. Plenty of space and very comfortable.
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Not a bad miniSUV - 2006 Toyota RAV4
By RJ - February 27 - 11:00 pmDespite what people seem to think, the 4-cyl engine is more than adequate around town, and if you put on a set of dedicated snow tires, you wont need AWD (especially with Toyotas traction control). Mileage is in the mid to low 20s in mostly stop and go traffic with the AC going. (One minor gripe is the first 3 fan settings on the AC are fairly weak and while the 4th is decent, it sounds like a jet engine.) Tons of leg room in every seat and the rears recline as well. Plenty of storage room, both in the cubbies and in the "trunk". The rear door can be a bit heavy and hard to open for curb-parking, but the detent holds it well, even on hills.
