Overview & Reviews

Toyota has given the RAV4 a midcycle freshening for 2004. Notable improvements include a larger 161-horsepower, 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine, a mild restyling that gives it a more aggressive appearance, and inside, a new steering wheel and instrument panel. Standard equipment has increased significantly, with stability and traction control, antilock brakes, air conditioning and a six-speaker stereo heading up the list. Multistage front airbags are also new this year, and side airbags for front occupants and full-length head curtain airbags are now optional.

• Steers and handles like a car, thoughtful cabin design, exemplary build and materials quality, refined engine.

• Somewhat cramped interior, high repair costs in low-speed rear collisions.

User Reviews:

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  trusty rav - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By natcam - December 4 - 4:33 am

  Great handling for an suv not at all like a truck plus on freeway trips gets 30 mpg. Love the hood scoop on the S model even though husband says its non functional so far 3 years 33000 mile no problems whatsoever then again its a Toyota. Also test drove a Honda CR-V which had more room but at the time the Rav had better safety features like standard ABS, Traction & Stability Control that was not even available on the Honda.

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  Very Nimble - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By San Diego Rav 4 - November 7 - 10:00 am

  I traded in a 96 BMW 318is and love the RAV 4. It is very nimble and responsive, Has enough get up and go for city driving, and is more fun to drive than I thought it would be. Not a luxury car or as solid as a BMW, but it is a great vehicle for the money. It is so easy and comfortable to drive.

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  still Loving my Yota after 2 years - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By DEZILU55 - October 7 - 2:00 am

  The Toyota Rav 4 is a fun, stylish SUV that is perfect for a college student or even a mother of three. The exceptional gas mileage and fun interior are its two main selling points. I extremely recommend the "L" package that is available. Overall, I have enjoyed my Rav 4 more than I thought I would.

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  FUN TO DRIVE - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By dutchman - October 1 - 2:00 am

  tHIS SUV DRIVES LIKE a car.It has plenty of room and drives like a dream.Love the body style.

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  My RAV4 - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Moira S - September 26 - 10:00 am

  I have had it for a year and I ABSOLUTLY LOVE IT. It is affordable and it is very roomy for its size. It has great pick up for a 4 cyl engine. I feel extremely safe in it.

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  My very 1st Toyota - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Amy S - September 26 - 10:00 am

  I just bought my new 2004 rav4 on tuesday June 22,2004! I have to say in the short time that I have had it I am VERY happy with it..I cant wait until I get past the brake in period so my children and I can take some road trips this summer with it. I have wanted a Toyota ever since my mother bought a tercel back in the early 80s I loved that little car and always said that Id get on one day I would own one.I dont know what took me so long to switch over from ford and dodge!!

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  2004 RAV4 - LOVE IT, JUST LOVE IT!! - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By RUREADY2DOIT - September 20 - 10:00 am

  This car is well engineered. It will retain its resale value for years down the road. It is responsive and extremely convenient. Lord dont know if I could handle a V-6 with over 200 horsepower in it if they decided to put one in. Brakes are solid and certain. Sound system is absolutely superb. Turning radius is most acceptable.

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  Very Happy With My Rav4 - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Smilin Bob - September 19 - 2:40 am

  I waited to review my RAV4 until I could see how well it performed in winter snow. It performed exceptionally well after a 12" dumping. The AWD, traction and stability control worked great. I really had to work to make it skid! (and thats with OEM tires) Its been great when going camping and it gets good gas mileage. Ive not had one reliability issue in 14 months now. I have absolutely no regrets in buying this great mini-SUV.

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  My favorite car ever - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Kate - May 4 - 9:40 am

  In the last ten years Ive owned a Subaru Outback, a Volvo wagon, a Honda Element, and now this little Rav, and it is by FAR my favorite car ever. I love the lumbar support in the seats, the Euro-style look of the dash and the way the dash lights dim automatically when I turn the headlamps on, the way my body is situated in the seat in relation to the windscreen and moonroof, the fantastic visibility, the way it maneuvers on the road, and that it can fit my whole family and I can still park in compact spaces in the city. Mine is the automatic L series with leather interior, sea foam green and tan leather, prettier than it sounds. I would buy it again in a second.

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  The Best Little SUV Ever! - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Barb Blasing - April 19 - 2:00 am

  This is my second Rav4. Both of my Rav 4s were dependable in any kind of weather. We get great gas mileage. It is easy and fun to drive and easy to park. It starts no matter how cold the weather has been. It handles snow drifts across highways and holds the road very well when slippery. It is all that is was advertised to be! The exterior and interior design of the new Rav4 is very attractive and just makes you want to get in and drive. The Sterio/CD is great too. There is plenty of head room in the new Rav4 to accomodate my husband. He doesnt feel cramped at all while driving it. Thank you Toyota for consistanly making an excellant product!