Toyota RAV4 (2006 - 2012) 2.0 VVT-i XT-R 5d (2008/08) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Not a lot.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They think its a toyota it must be well made and reliable - same as I used to!

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Won't be visiting Mr T's showrooms again.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something smaller and better made - new shape Astra perhaps.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

February 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Reasonable. Decent part ex.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Alleged toyota build quality.

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and helpful - until the sale was complete.

What's it like to drive?

Not particularly fast but handles pretty well for its size. Clutch is heavy and really unpleasant in traffic. Decent on the motorway but lacks overtaking punch.

What's it like to park?

Not too bad. Rear parking sensors help but visibility is pretty good anyway.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Clutch judders, transmission vibration and suspension clunks. All with less than 20k miles on it. Dealers and toyota themselves don't like to honour their warranty, which is one of the primary reasons I went to a main dealer.

What's most practical about your car?

Good size seats and good legroom in the rear.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Bluetooth on the stereo.