2006 Toyota RAV4 consumer reviews

On March 12 2022 as I was heading home I was hit in the middle of an intersection by a truck going through a red light. Once I realized I was all right and that no other people were injured in any other vehicles I immediately felt so sad for my car I've never been attached to any vehicle I always thought that was kind of strange but I get it now! It was reliable fuel efficient. I don't know how I'm going to replace it

I am very happy with it so far. I’m counting on the Legendary Toyota Reliability. Very nice to drive, plenty of pep, and room to haul things! 175000 miles and everything works great !

I bought my 06 RAV4 on Craigslist at 152,000 miles in 2018 assuming I would drive it a while and then have to do some big repairs. Boy was I wrong! 2 years later this little puppy is going strong and we are now at 170,000 miles. I am not easy on this suv either. I live in Alaska and drive it regularly at 40 degrees below zero. I also recreate places only accessible by very rough dirt roads. I am very impressed with how this vehicle handles in the snow also. I never even have to turn on the 4wd, it's just a little champion. I love that the back seats fold flat too. I have hauled many things in the surprisingly large cargo space. I have also thrown down sleeping bags and slept in the back on camping trips with my large dog and husband, it's so roomy! The only mechanical things I have done to this suv in the last 20,000 miles is oil changes, new tires and replacement of the front shocks. I think this RAV will outlive me! If you are considering buying this vehicle used and are a little taken back by high mileage, or it being 14 years old, I would say to remember that it is a Toyota, so it will last forever! Toyota does it again, reliable, reliable, reliable! Bravo

I have replaced almost every part , i still have it it still runs like crap, and i bought it off a dealership never gave me one!!!! recall letter. i know this was a flood car i see water marks or line at the radio i paid top dollar for this junk they robbed me . i will never buy a TOYOTA again i tell every one i know about my car

Good looking SUV, unlike the current generation RAV4. Super reliable, durable, high-quality SUV. Impressive cargo capacity and agile handling. Never had any issues, and I'll be sorry when it's gone.

Honestly, this is a solid car and I've not had any problems with it this far. My only complaint is that the seats are really uncomfortable and I don't think I have ever had that thought/problem with my last 4 vehicles. My partner has the '11 Rav 4 and the seats are much comfier. This may not be as noticeable to someone who does minimal driving but I commute one hour to and from work every day so it's definitely been something that has affected my feelings about it. Other than that, it runs great and I haven't had any problems yet!

Great for off -roading, lots of storage space and comfortable seating for 5! Got this car used back in 2015, almost had it for 5 years! Just recently had to replace shocks/struts, radiator, alternator, and water pump. The car still runs amazingly!

The 2006 RAV4 has defiantly met are needs. Especially my daughters needs. My family has always been a greatly fond of the Toyota product. I feel pretty confident about are recent purchase. The near future will determine are overall satisfaction. Thanks Lou !!

This car is fun to drive both in snow and on dry roads. Good power and overall decent for the money. Love how it the interior looks as well.

I lived in Costa Rica for over eight years. I always drove Toyota RAV4's. When I came back to the United States, I started looking for a good one. I found a lot of junk out there when I started looking for a cheap RAV4. When I ran into this one, thanks to a friend of mine, I bought it on the spot. It is a great car. I have had everything done to it that is required and necessary. I would not sell this car except for the fact my doctor, who replaced my heart valve, told me not to drive for about 12 months, just to be sure everything was working well. If the new heart valve were to fail I would be dead behind the wheel and could cause a lot of problems. As a result I have to sell my baby.