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Toyota RAV4

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Not only has it pioneered the genre, but the Toyota RAV4 has been one of the better compact SUVs, consistently among the top-ranked models in the class. But competition in the small-SUV class has never been stiffer, so to maintain its position the freshened 2016 Toyota RAV4 underwent a number of changes.
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2018
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Used 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

Toyota RAV4

Toyota RAV4 Road Test

Not only has it pioneered the genre, but the Toyota RAV4 has been one of the better compact SUVs, consistently among the top-ranked models in the class. But competition in the small-SUV class has never been stiffer, so to maintain its position the freshened 2016 Toyota RAV4 underwent a number of changes. It has a quieter cabin, slightly retouched interior and exterior styling, and a kinder, gentler suspension for an improved ride.

For those who want to make an ecological statement, there is a new hybrid version that gets a terrific 31 mpg overall. Toyota also added a pseudo-sporty SE variant to the line.

We bought and tested two all-wheel-drive models in XLE trim -- a standard version and a hybrid. Notably, the hybrid cost about $2,000 more. 
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The XLE is the best overall value. It includes standard automatic climate control and a power sunroof and tailgate for around $30,000 with all-wheel drive. However, given the budget, we'd go for the top trim levels just to get a power driver's seat.  Note that many rivals, like the Hyundai Tucs...
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