Overview & Reviews

Toyota's mini SUV enters its third year of production with minor changes to the grille, headlights, taillamps and interior. Four-door RAV4s get new seat fabric. A late-year introduction of the new RAV4 convertible makes this sport-ute more appealing for those who live in the sunbelt.

• Cute styling and Toyota reliability.

User Reviews:

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  Excellent!!!! - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By Mark - May 20 - 2:03 pm

  I cannot begin to say how good this car is. I bought it with only 50000 miles on it. It now has over 100,000 and has never had a single problem with anything in the car. I have found in my years of experience that toyotas are by far the best car on the market. They are sturdy reliable and are good even into the higher mileages. My next car will definitely be another toyota. Excellent car!!!

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  Great Ride - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By hallbltmr - April 5 - 10:00 am

  This was the fourth vehicle I have purchased and by far the best. It has the best gas mileage out of all SUVs and thats real important for me especially now with the high gas prices. I would recommend anybody that is looking to buy/lease a SUV to really consider the RAV4. I know when I replace mine it will definitely be with a new model of it.

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  RAV4 Review - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By raleda - March 4 - 10:00 am

  I get lots of compliments on the way it looks. One of my friends knows that when we go off together, I automatically hand her the keys. Ive had no mechanical problems, and Im pleased with the way its held its value. The leg room in the back seat is definitely limited, though. It seems to be designed for a single, a couple or a young family. I do wish it had a little more power.

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  Fun Car - Comfortable ride & good cargo - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By deitiphobia - October 3 - 2:00 am

  This car is great. It rides smooth, performs ok offroad, is fairly quiet on Higways. Great fuel efficiency.

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  Great Vehicle - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By MSB - June 2 - 12:56 pm

  Absolutely great vehicle. Bought with 112,000 miles- have driven for 1 1/2 years with no problems. Runs like a champ. Plan on giving to daughter to drive 5 years from now. Should easily get another 150,000 on this vehicle.

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  Perfect small SUV - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By Zustman - May 27 - 2:00 am

  My family and I love this car! It is much more versatile than it looks. You name it and Ive fit it in to this car. From a double bed mattress and box spring to christmas trees to childrens play houses. And it is a joy to drive. Who needs big SUVs?

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  Extremely dependable - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By premdela - May 4 - 2:00 am

  Weve had this for 6 years, and nothing - not even the smallest thing - has broken or failed on it. There are no rattles, squeaks, or noises that would normally come about as a car breaks in and ages. I am really impressed with the dependability/reliability of this vehicle. So much so that when it came off of lease (a 3 year lease), I bought it instead of trading it in.

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  A True Statement of Toyota Reliability! - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By Daily Driver - May 2 - 9:23 pm

  Though I believe Toyota is the best car brand on the road, I admit I was still a little bit skeptical about buying a 98 with a little over 100,000 miles but this has definitely been one of the best decisions of my life! The thing I love most about my Rav4 is how safe I feel driving it. Especially for those snowy/rainy days in Ohio; the 4wd gives me so much peace of mind! I travel 60 mi/day for school & in the 8 months I have owned it, I have put over 10,000 miles on the car already. So far, the only expenses has been 3 oil changes & 1 pair of windshield wipers. Toyota dependability holds true with this Rav4! I LOVE THIS CAR! & I will never drive anything but a Toyota again.

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  Excellent Quality - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By VEP - August 1 - 3:50 am

  Im a tough critic but this car is as reliable as a Toyota gets. I have had over 20 cars and Toyotas have been the most reliable. Over 100,000 on it and I put on the last 50,000. Have done nothing but normal maintenance. Drive belt, tires, brakes, etc. No repairs at all for me other than maintenance. Like the standard features of the "L" version. Very sound quality parts. Feels solid and well put together for a small car.

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  Great City vehicle - 1998 Toyota RAV4
  By Jeffrey J - June 7 - 7:53 pm

  Very good city vehicle. I bought the car used with 76,000 miles. I researched before I bought a used car, and the RAV4 came very well recommended. It has not let me down so far. AC works great, noise on the highway is minimal, and no one can complain about the gas mileage. Only complaints are a rear door that rattles a bit over bumps, and a drivers seat that I wish would go back one click further (I am 61).