Overview & Reviews
Average Score
4.76/5 Average
165 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:
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.
Pros:
- Steers and handles like a car, thoughtful cabin design, exemplary build and materials quality, refined engine.
Cons:
- Somewhat cramped interior, high repair costs in low-speed rear collisions.
