Overview & Reviews

The RAV4 SUV remains largely unchanged for 2000. A new cupholder design and the extinction of the two-door RAV4 convertible are the big news for '00.

• Swift handling, comfortable front bucket seats, Toyota durability and quality.

• Pricey options, so-so acceleration, not much legroom for rear passengers.

User Reviews:

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  Thanks Toyota for the fun reliable ride - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By Brandon - July 10 - 10:46 pm

  Finally I own an SUV that does what is supposed to do - drive. I have had this RAV4 now for 2 years after purchasing it with quite a few miles already on it. I cannot tell enough how great it is to go out to my car everyday and not worry about getting where I need to go. I now travel safely and comfortably. On top of that its been the best car singing environment yet. The only thing I would change would be an automatic overdrive. I always forget it is engaged after I get off the highway. JMHO Cheers

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  Love My Rav4! - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By Dagwood55 - December 5 - 4:53 am

  Bought used with 75K miles, now at 87K. No problems. Solid, dependable, reliable, fun to drive. Looks, drives and sounds like its still brand new. Interior looks like new. No squeaks or rattles. Easy to park. Has lively acceleration, still gets 30 mpg on hwy, 24-25 around town. Considered AWD but went with FWD and automatic and this car is GREAT on snow (Firestone tires). Love it so much, we bought another!

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  Couldnt be Happier - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By Tom & Lois - March 24 - 10:00 am

  We watched Rav from day-one. In 2000, my husband surprised me for my B-day with a RAV4L (ltd edition). I love the large windows & almost no blind spots; I sit up high enough for a birdseye view without needing a ladder to get in! I love the smaller steering wheel and it turns on a dime; park it anywhere. The mileage cant be beat for highway road trips; city isnt bad either. Seats are formed & back- supporting. Everything is at your fingertips. Its a dream to drive. I love my RAV4L, can you tell? Get metallic green!

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  200,000 mi still going in 2013! - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By japanforever - March 6 - 3:05 am

  Well its auto transmission but this website didnt give me that option to choose. Purchased new in 2000 - now its 2013. Has never broken down on road, has never had muffler or any other repairs such as transmission or engine work etc. Only regular stuff that has to be changed out every so many miles. No body rust and I live in Michigan with harsh winters and high humidity! They just dont make em like they used to. And as far as Toyota making em in other countries (incl. the US) I say forget about it. Buy only 100% Japan and youll have a dependable car for over 13 years.

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  Outstanding Vehicle - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By kefla22 - August 31 - 5:06 am

  We have had our Rav4 for over 3 years. Never needed any service, besides regular maintenance. It would have been nice if Toyota put an extra 1 to 2 feet in length as the back seat hardly has any legroom. We drove across country to San Diego, was there for 6 months and drove back and it performed perfect. If you dont need a lot of room, buy this vehicle. Reliability - Committment to excellence

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  love em - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By mommamel - March 2 - 10:00 am

  fun,sporty,but still big enough for the family

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  This little car is a beast - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By yotajeepguy33 - October 5 - 11:26 am

  This car has been my everything from hauling hockey gear back and fourth to being a teenagers rally car, to hauling a 2500 pound trailer full of furniture when i moved it pulled it over mountain passes and through cities and on the interstate and never even put up a fit. my parents bought it with 60,000 miles and now it has over 231,000 and 100,000 put on by a teenage male with a very heavy foot. I have done things with this car that would make normal people cringe. and it still starts first time every time. you think that after so many hard miles the little car would be putting up a fight, No Sir it like thank you may I have another she still ticking away.

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  Greatest "car" I have ever owned! - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By jefe76 - August 26 - 4:07 am

  I am writing this review as I await the salvage yard to take my dear RAV4 away from me after five great years of service following a REC. The number one thing to recommend this car to any potential buyers on the used market is that I drove this car on several camping trips ranging from Georgia to Rhode Island and never had a problem or worried that I may encounter one. I honestly believe this car was the best city car ever made. Its ability to maneuver through Philly while surviving the rigors of neglected streets was astounding. The two problems that I had with the car were this: 1.-The engine is incredibly weak, even with a manual transmission. 2.-No room for adults in the back seat.

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  RAV 4 Ever? - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By RAV Mao - October 12 - 10:00 am

  Ive had others that were bigger but this one has personality. Even though the 2000 was the last year of this styling, Im glad I got it when I did. I think the newer models are okay but the 2000 and earlier are set apart. Yes, the pick up is a bit slow - Have you ever found yourself shaking back and forth to try to help it out? - but the truck has heart. I can reach into the backseat without even getting out!

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  My Toy - 2000 Toyota RAV4
  By LydiaT - June 17 - 2:00 am

  I switched from Nissan Pathfinder to Rav4. Rav4 is much smaller compare to Pathfinder, but have a good spirit of "SUV" and better mpg. It may not be suitable for everyone, but well accomodete me (56") and 2 grade schoolers. Having better view compare to sedan, and small enough to fit to "compact car only" parking lot.