2017 Toyota RAV4 consumer reviews

i love the car. it handles great. I love the auto high beam functionality as we as the swerve control

Wanted a vehicle that was easy to get in and out off. Plus I wanted to be able to pull a small utility trailer.

The vehicle is comfortable, dependable, and the right size. The seats adjust for shorter people, making it easier to see the road. It handles well.

The Rav 4 is pretty cool for a SUV, we've fought long & hard against having one, but in the end we had to give in due to needs. The Rav is small, yet big enough to meet the needs we have as a family. It drives like a car, which isn't something you'll experience in most SUV's

Love this car, it is large enough for my needs, but not as large as my former vehicle, gets great gas mileage and has lots of safety features which were very important to me.

All good at 1 week old! It's a 2.5L 4 which is about the biggest 4 out there for most every mfg. (I've not heard of any larger 4. Different manufacturers offer 2.5s, 2.4s, 2.3s on down.) As you read, keep in mind it IS the lowest base fwd 6 speed automatic model,....... First, MPG: On this first full tank from dealer I am ~averaging~ 32.3 mpg ;>), that's approx 65% city, 35% hwy. There are actually three modes: Sport, 'non' sport/regular mode, and ECO. In Sport it really gets out of its own way and as far as I know, ECO light - which is right between tach and speedo, never comes on. In regular mode, the ECO light will come on when you're light on the gas pedal; goes off when stepping on it. In ECO mode it finds optimal economy shift points for best mpg. It's the 'least powerful' mode. As a test I wanted to see how high I could get the MPGs -- 45mph road I got it to hit 41.7mpg for a minute, haha. COMFORT: On my base LE fwd -- I'm 6' 1", would be great if the front seats slide back one or two more 'clicks' but is really ok. No frills on base model, like no lumbar dial even. but seats are comfortable enough. Back seat are plenty roomy for six footers and the seatbacks recline 60/40, and there's a fold armrest w/ 2 cup holders. FUNCTIONALITY: Very good - Traded a 2010 Ford Explorer (which in itself is a GREAT truck). Though not as large inside of course, the Rav ~hatch opening~ is about 1" taller [31" +/-) my biggie was wanted to fit a regular plastic trash barrel in, standing up - can do! need to remove cover first then once in, put cover back on, or just tilt it in w/cvr. STYLE: I think it looks great. Many base SUVs do NOT have STANDARD tinted windows (Subaru, Chevy equinox, others, ask or just look before you buy any car.) RAV4 tint is std. I DO miss the separate hatch ~window~ open from the Explorer... it's hatch only on the RAV but no huge deal. More as I drive ;>)

Purchased a new 2017 XLE RAV 4 AWD to replace my old 2012 Toyota RAV base model. I work in sales--lot of miles covered every day! The new 2017 RAV is awesome...few more bells and whistles than the base model, nice 6 inch led display along with lane departure, enhanced stereo. Ride is very comfortable, and the XLE feels luxurious for a very nice price. No more Spare Tire on the back--and the newly designed lift gate is great considering I'm vertically challenged. Cargo space is nice, and it comes with all weather maps-including the cargo area! Nicely designed, comfy ride for someone on the road all day! perfect!

I love almost everything about my 2017 RAV4 XLE. There are a few things I dislike but it's not anything that I believe toyota could change right now. For instance. My style for some reason doesn't have side mirror defrosters which I think is weird. And mine doesn't have a CD player but o have sirus XM.

I am somewhat disappointed in the 2017 RAV4 I purchased. I wish I had rented one before I purchased. The visibility out the back window is not good with the back seat headrests up. The cover for the back part of the car does not cover the whole back area. The rear door is very long and almost hits me when I open it. This also happened to my granddaughter who is very tall. I wish I had gotten the automatic tailgate lift. There is not very much storage in the doors for maps, umbrellas, etc., only storage for a water bottle. The top center of the windshield has a black box which is very distracting when you are driving. The car is very comfortable and drives very smoothly. Wish I could have driven one for a week before I purchased. The Bluetooth is difficult for the person I call to hear me.

Reliable , nice looking from the exterior. Interior is ok. It is good car for the family with plenty of space for the kids stuff.