Overview & Reviews

For 2011, the Toyota RAV4 sees only minor changes to standard equipment and option packages.

• Superb power yet great fuel economy from optional V6
• Comfortable ride
• Responsive handling.
• Huge cargo space with flat load floor and low load height

• Taller drivers are a tight fit.
• Interior has a budget feel
• Right-side hinge for tailgate impedes curbside loading

User Reviews:

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  im getting another one!!!!...its that good!!!! - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By lori webster - June 13 - 2:34 pm

  best car you could get...money wise...safety wise....mpg wise......

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  A Surprise Package!!!! - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By adityas - June 1 - 5:13 pm

  I was very keen on getting the Audi Q5, as i was completely floored by the interiors it had. However, Due to delivery issues with the Q5, I settled for the Toyota RAV4 as it was one of the few SUVs available readily and in a powerful engine. I was definitely surprised by the number of options and packages offered in the Limited version which can easily compare this car to any luxury model out there. It also is very quick off the blocks and handles very well on curves. The sound system is excellent and the controls are very neatly placed. There is loads of interior space and room for passengers. My disappointment with the car has however been the quality of the leather used,fuel economy

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  hate my new rav4 - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By josette1313 - May 26 - 2:38 pm

  being my first new car I should think Id love it, or at least like it, but I hate this thing. It is too cramped feeling inside, the cup holders are ridiculously worthless and out of reach, its such a stripped down model I cant believe I paid what I did for this. I have always driven luxury-level cars which seem to be a thing of the past, but this is bottom of the barrell in my view and I cant wait until I can get rid of it. this will not be good when I go on cross-country trips and wont be able to have a cup of ice water or tea close at hand

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  Reliable car - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By E. Hendres - February 20 - 7:38 am

  Ive had my 2011 RAV4 sport since March 2011 and I have had no major repair but Ive kept it well-maintained. All services, including oil change, filter change, etc. are done on time. I only have 54,125 miles on it. Ive pushed it to its limits when travelling. The only thing with this car is, its noisy. Youre not well protected from the noisy road. Besides that, its been reliable and handles well in snow and rain. I recently changed my 4 tires but that was after 5 1/2 years. So, it is a car that I recommend.

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  2011 RAV4 Sport - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By Tom - January 12 - 4:32 am

  The vehicle is very steady even in sharp turns, as it has electronic stabilization control. This is also a very powerful, fast vehicle for an SUV! Only drawback is gas mileage averaged 21 mpg over 39,000 miles.

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  Loyal Costomer Lost - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By wov3129 - November 16 - 8:33 pm

  I will never gain buy a Rav 4 and I am doubting if I buy another Toyota. Bad Paint, broken rear-view mirror, pieces falling off my inside and outside my vehicle and no help from Toyota everything is a outside force they cant prove that its a factory defect. WOW Really, my car doesnt have a dent on it on the outside or inside it still smells new and just think my car just made a year old in June 2012 cant wait for another two years to see what else falls off. I have always stood up and preferred Toyota vehicles over any other brand but it seems to only be their older models. It doesnt matter how long the car runs if it has fallen apart before you can put the miles on it is worthleless

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  Great so far - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By sjohn90929 - May 12 - 1:51 am

  I just bought a 2011 RAV, and for me it was a no brainer. Ive always had Toyotas -- so maybe Im biased in that direction -- but the test drives convinced me. I live in the Sierras, so I need a vehicle with high clearance. At first, I wanted a jeep, but driving two of the Libertys was like driving a car weighed down by boulders. I couldnt believe how sluggish the Liberty was....Then I drove the RAV -- the thing took off like a rocket. It was almost too responsive -- I tapped the pedal and it would lunge forward. And the MPG is almost as good as that of my aging Corolla... It could be that after a while paint chips will fall off, or whatever, as others have said. But I am happy so far.

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  Meh - should have upgraded to the Limited. - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By Michael Hoffman - February 28 - 10:29 am

  Heres the thing with Toyota. Its ALWAYS been their thing. Unless you upgrade to "Limited" (or in the old days LE, etc) - you get the cheapest stuff around as far as fit and finish of the interior. Time was, under the hood all things were equal. Not anymore. Anyone who owns the BASE MODEL 4cyl 4WD MUST know how much of a lag there is if you need quick acceleration. This thing is THE slowest responding dog Ive ever driven. Off the line, its okay but if you need a passing gear, wow, its bad. This is directly the result of Toyota keeping selling costs down but it completely sacrifices the performance not having at least a 5 speed transmission. I had a 2008 Corolla S before this which had better acceleration. Thankfully, if you switch the shifter to sport it downshifts more rapidly. Traction control and safety features are great on this car. The standard headlights are pathetic. No fog lights standard either. Ive upgraded to better lights and also have installed foggers. Makes a major difference. The wheels are simply painted steel which I was fine with until three years in, they are already rusting. Again - irritating. OEM tires (Kumho) were also pure junk. Finally, the stereo. Now, I didnt expect a massive sound system but again - always with Toyota - its not a Limited so they install something you would have found in an American car from 15 years ago. Piece of absolute junk. There are component speakers in the front doors and ONE WAY speakers in the back. The sound in the rear is just terrible. Ive upgraded the rears and it made a good improvement. A compass on the rearview mirror also would have been handy. Dont get me wrong, I DO like this SUV. Overall, Im picky but those are the things for me that stick out. It rides smooth, its ultra reliable, its quiet, very good in poor driving conditions, love the swinging rear door, plenty of room, AC blows SO COLD, lots of storage. For those complaining of the cup holders, take the rubber insert out. Simple. Those were only there so one COULD use a can if you wanted to. Also, like that it came standard with electronic fuel economy readings. We have been driving Toyotas in my family since we owned a 1979 Supra. Amazingly reliable.

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  Toyota should be more thoughtful - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By B Young - January 29 - 2:00 am

  Have only leased it for a couple of weeks, but so far it is nice to drive. The push button on and locking system seems a little buggy, but maybe Im not used to it. I wish it got just a little better gas mileage, but it may get better. Right now its about 23.5 on the highway. I wish it had rubber mats available. Carpet it a mess in Michigan.It handles well and seems peppy.I hate the tire on the back looks like a an unwanted growth and make the rear door a bit awkward. Could use a few more little compartments for junk and better cup holders. The heated seats need a rheostat. They are too hot.

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  Spirited Ride - 2011 Toyota RAV4
  By Nunsa - January 29 - 2:00 am

  I traded my Toyota Tacoma for the RAV4. I live all the features, the interior leg room is great, Im 6 4" and I have plenty of room. The seats are great, real comfortable. Its real fun to drive. I like most of the features: Sun roof, aux. ports. I would by this vehicle again!