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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  My rav 4 - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By ashleigh - December 14 - 2:00 am

  Fun to drive,good looking.built solid and gets good gas mileage.Great traction in bad weather.

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  Raves about RAV - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Baldy - December 5 - 5:13 am

  It drives more like a sports car than an SUV. I can park where you cant. In spite of the small, nifty handling, I can get some amazingly big items in it.

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  Excellent vehicle - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By tundyguy - November 3 - 8:36 pm

  Excellent vehicle, extreme reliability is what Toyota is known for and the 04 Rav4 does not disappoint. 109,000 miles so far and the vehicle is just as sturdy and tight as the day I brought it home with 12 miles on the odo. I changed the Fan belt at , 52,000 and the brakes at 100,000 miles and thats it , still has the factory headlight bulbs, Toyotas durability really shines through in these vehicles. Its amazing, no rattles and little noises etc. after 109.000 miles. The seats have just been broken in , feel a lot more comfy now than when they were new. The styling is all Toyota, laid back and not flashy.

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  greatest value for the money - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Stan - November 3 - 10:20 am

  Very pleased with the handling, ride andpower. The build quality is excellent. Very good fit and finish. For a small vehicle has great power and acceleration. Engine can be a little noisy at times, and garage door opener receptacle is kind of chintzy. Headlamps could be a little brighter. Other than that, its a joy to own and drive. Id buy another one in a heartbeat.

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  Fun to Drive - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By schotzie - September 26 - 10:00 am

  I was told by several friends who own a Rav4 that it is a fun car to drive. Little did I know that what they said was only half the truth. Not only is it fun to drive, it is easy to park, it handles the road effortlessly and its a Toyota. Need I say more?

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  RAV 4 - I Miss Mine - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By sthomas - September 26 - 10:00 am

  If youre thinking about getting a RAV 4; DO! I loved mine! Some stupid idiot totalled it.=(. Now Im shopping every where to find something that comes close to comparing. Havent found anything quite yet. Too bad the dealers around here cant sell me mine again.

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  Rav 4 Review - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Jackie 2 - September 26 - 10:00 am

  So far the experience has been great! I would bye another one.

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  Love it! - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By pbgile - September 26 - 10:00 am

  I have just purchased this vehicle and I love it. It is comfortable, reliable, and sporty.

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  Havent gotten stuck in the snow! - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By mwitkes - September 20 - 2:00 am

  I have had my Rav-4 for 2 months and put on 5500 miles so far. The 4-cyl is peppier with the improved 2004 engine and the 4 wheel drive has already proven itself in 2 New England smowstorms. The cargo area fits more than I expected with out having to put down the seats, but the legroom in the the front and back are tight. I used to have a loaded V-6 Accord and I dont miss it, I just wish the Rav had a optional V-6. I absloutely love it... only issues are a rattle in the dash and I had to replace a tire that was damaged and nobody had the Bridgestone tire I needed.

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  I would never give up my Rav - 2004 Toyota RAV4
  By Roxy82 - September 20 - 2:00 am

  I love my car, thats all there is to it, its the best car or SUV Ive ever owned.