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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  excellent handling, safe and fun - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By frank sentra - August 22 - 2:00 am

  excellent handling, safe and fun

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  2003 RAV4 - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Mommymoto - May 24 - 10:00 am

  I love this car! It has the convenience of an SUV without the parking and maneuvering difficulties with larger SUVs.

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  Great heart in a small package! - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Pat Lynch - May 4 - 7:41 pm

  This is a used car thats 13 years old, and Ive had it for 9 of those years. This car has made me a loyal fan of smaller SUVs, and I think Toyota is tops. No major repairs have been made on the car - just oil changes and tires. It has a few little dings and quirks but nothing to get too excited about.

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  Best in class - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Hasan - April 23 - 10:00 am

  The higher displacement 2.4L (vs 2.0L) engine makes a huge difference in performance. For around $25K you get a great many amenities, AWD, all the safety features, and impressive performance, without sacrificing affordability - Im averaging 27 mpg. I love the 8 spkr sound system, heated leather seats (will come in handy in the winter)...the refreshed looks are lovely, as are the new alloys. Thank you Toyota for the 4 wheel discs this year. This car has it all, without straining your wallet. And its so damn reliable. Good job Toyota!

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  My 2nd RAV4 - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Patsie - February 22 - 10:00 am

  This is the most comfortable ride. the seat molds your body which makes driving so easy. Five people are not crowded and you can carry on conversations easily because the motor is so quiet. My next car down the road (about 2-3 years) will be a RAV4!!!!

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  My Dumplins Chairoit - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Jim Smith, Sr. - February 16 - 10:00 am

  Im not partial to foreign cars, but this Toyota is an American car manufactors dream. Very good eye appeal;Handling; excellant gas milage for a Suv, even a mid-sized one; great power & handling in 4Wh Dr.; Comfort galore on the inside; ample room in rear especially when rear seats are folded down, and even moreso when folded down COMPLETELY to the rear floor. I cant say enough good about it, nor can my wife, who does most of the driving. I just wish an American manufactor could do this good at these prices.

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  Comfort, Reliable, Safe and low maint - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By djay - February 4 - 2:10 am

  I was researching for more than 2 months for buying a nice preowned car. My search ended with finding this gem at a good price. First priority was safety of my family and myself. Full marks to this car for the curtain airbags, anti-skid and all wheel drive. In deep-snow,icy conditions this car feel very safe and secure to drive. Highly configurable interior. the second row of seats comes off giving you a lot of hauling area. Was able to get furniture for an entire bedroom from ikea due to this and saved a lot of $$. Overall fun to drive on weekends with the family. Seats are well supported and interior is luxurious

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  RVA 4 all wheel.. - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By jlhood - January 21 - 2:00 am

  I always purchas a T! After putting al least 250,000 miles on each one! My first Rav4 with all wheel drive...IT IS GREAT!!!! Love it...all little bit of it!! Haul dogs and birds and fun for around town commute as well!! Lots of room for a small SUV!! Comfy on long trips as well!

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  An SUV that rides and acts like a car! - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Shonta - January 19 - 4:53 am

  I absolutely looooove my Rav. The ride is so very comfortable that you just dont get tired of sitting for a long period of time. Its feels like more pep than 4cyl, the gas mileage is pretty good, and its a cutie! This is truly an SUV that rides as the most comfortable care you can imagine. I have a bad back, and I no longer have backaches from driving or from lifting things in and out of the car. Its a perfect height for a lady like me who is 55". I am so glad I got this cute little jewel.

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  Best car Ive owned (knock on wood!) - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Jim Nipe - January 15 - 2:00 am

  Well...Ive only had this car for 2000 miles, but its an extremely fun car to drive. Premium sound system was poor. I replaced it with four Infinity speakers and an Excelon Kenwood deck because I couldnt get the top of the line system Toyota offered. After about 1000 miles, the engine loosened up and now runs super smooth. Averaging about 28 mph.