Since that ’96 original, the five-door RAV4 has had its wheelbase stretched 9.8 inches, overall length has increased by more than a foot and a half (19.1 inches), width by 4.8 to 6.3 inches, and height by almost an inch. The RAV4 offers a third-row seat option, as well as an exceptionally robust V-6 engine option (269 horsepower, 246 pound-feet of torque) and, of course, a choice of front- or four-wheel drive.
There are a couple minor demerits. That third row is suitable only for miniature humans, and opting for the V-6 without all-wheel drive means a torque-steer wrestling match for those who stab the throttle with too much zeal. Nevertheless, the RAV4 provides a wide range of choices and ample cargo space for this size class, plus good road manners and a higher-than-average fun-to-drive index, attractively wrapped and attractively priced. It’s a blend that’s hard to beat.VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, front- or 4-wheel-drive, 5–7-passenger, 5-door wagon
BASE PRICE: $21,785–$27,355
ENGINES: DOHC 16-valve 2.4-liter inline-4, 166 hp, 165 lb-ft; DOHC 24-valve 3.5-liter V-6, 269 hp, 246 lb-ft
TRANSMISSIONS: 4- or 5-speed auto
DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 104.7 in Length: 181.1 in Width: 71.5–73.0 in Height: 66.3–66.5 in
Curb weight: 3300–3700 lb
FUEL ECONOMY: EPA city driving 19–21 mpg
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