Comparison’s put it at the bottom of the list above Jeep products. Best to wise up and realize this isn’t a Wrangler – no need for a full size spare. When towing my 3,300lb 16ft camper I get 15-16mpg. The prices posted are the prices one is going to pay (or maybe even get a slight discount). The thing moves though. Polarization about the side-opening tailgate never ends, especially among those who’ve never had a side-opening tailgate. I’m too scared to drive a Liberty (narrow body/high center-of-gravity/I like to swerve), but that’s really quite good fuel economy for a vehicle that’s that heavy. To distract myself from weightier matters, I sought out something I hadn’t driven before. I don’t care if you’ve got a Liberty CRD, you’re not beating that in suburban traffic. I never warmed up to the seats, I’m sure the Softex and additional adjustments would help. Thank you Kyree. Even with the standard 65-series tires, impacts are sharp. As far as my ideal compact CUV goes, I really like the look of the CX-5, but I like the drivetrain of the Forester. Truth behind Toyota RAV4 Hybrid delays: 10 things buyers need to know but aren t always told CarAdvice . Infotainment lags behind rivals though. Smoother, quieter; similar handling. I had the new Cherokee on my list, but—as was pointed out in TTAC’s reviews—it is indeed severely lacking where cargo space is concerned. But, at least with the CR-V, Pilot, Odyssey and Accord, Honda gets kudos for better ergonomics and for getting the small, everyday details right. Driving. The bad. 69 Comments on “Rental Review: 2014 Toyota RAV4 LE...” EMedPA. Without the former V6, the Rav4 just isn’t the same anymore. Gas engined Liberties do little better than half that on Fuelly, and the overall diesel Liberty average is 23 mpg. I think you could ding the ’03 Protege I had by giving it a dirty look. Since Toyota couldn’t or wouldn’t hinge the doors on the left, I’m relieved to see a proper liftgate on this generation. As a man who occasionally wears sandals and socks, I try to avoid making stylistic judgments (to my wife: I’m JUST getting the mail!). Fuel economy was also a highlight. If you don’t care about such abilities, that’s fine, but I do, and I also like driving up the Eastern coast on one tank of fuel to boot. I return nearly the same mileage, but not quite as much. – no more frequently obstructed from having enough clearance to open than top-hinged hatches There are two major criticisms left to address. And as for the Outlander you mentioned, I don’t honestly know why anyone would purchase it. Is it because it’s safer to dismount the spare-tire that way if you’re on the side of the road (for certain countries)? Here in central Mexico, and for reasons which I do not understand, these have been abandoned by the yuppity women crowd for CR-Vs long ago. I’m not entirely happy with the new arrangment. I don’t think the RAV4 shines on a spec sheet the way some competitors do, but the fundamentals are definitely solid. That’s because the RAV4 is a hybrid, which means you fill it up with petrol, but there's also an electric motor to help drive the car along the road and cut fuel consumption in the process. The Toyota straddles the median of the class in most physical dimensions but offers both more rear legroom and more usable cargo capacity than my father’s Escape and several competitors. 2021 Toyota RAV4 XSE - Review- Prices, Features, MPG, Interiors, and Rivals . subaru forester still has good visibility too. One change I like about the Rav 4 redesign is the elimination of the rear mounted spare , also a PITA for loading cargo . Sorry, I don’t buy it. Dodge apparently isn’t the only one making “Shaker” hoods these days. I practically dare people to beat me to the “lane ends” marker at stoplights. I think the RAV4 would be toward the bottom of my list because I can’t find anything I particularly like about it. Angular lines and squared off edges abound giving the RAV4 enough individuality to be recognised in a crowded segment. The Golf had a vastly preferable ride while handling better. Our Toyota Rav4 car hire comes in a compact size, FM radio, air conditioners, adequate space for you and your cargo. Want more off-road capability? Interesting comparison to the Highlander. Gf’s parents bought a 2013 Limited last summer. Sadly, there have been so many insurance claims for street parking incidents it will never be a pristine looker in 5-10 yrs. I test drove a Rav4 about a year ago and came to similar conclusions. But if they did, the safety advanta would accrue for Europeans and Americans, but not for Japanese. With the rear seats down, the RAV4 has loads of storage. I test drove a Rav4 about a year ago and came to similar conclusions. Rent a midsize SUV like the Toyota RAV4 or similar from Alamo Rent-A-Car for your weekend getaway or vacation. Very touchy tip-in, but you get used to both. RAV4’s interiors still seem to be of lesser quality than the Honda, at least the last time I looked. If you want to see out of your car without the aid of electronics, a Chrysler minivan seems to be one of the few viable choices left. You’re more polite than I am: the ergonomics in the Toyota are absolutely atrocious. If they have it … Turbopower. My suggestion: pump Botox into the doors like Buick does with the Encore to give the illusion of vault like strength. I actually think the Escape is just as clumsily-designed as the RAV4, but having driven one, I would agree that it feels like a richer product than other vehicles in its class and price-range…sort of like a budget alternative to the Audi Q5 (which means that the Escape-based MKC will probably be on *very* good terms with me). A mild vibration could be felt through the steering wheel at idle and, more surprisingly, also seen along the center of the hood. And, even if the figures do stand up to scrutiny, is the RAV4 a good car in other key areas? They didn’t drive long enough to get a really accurate mileage test but the trip computer was saying 26. Most of the press coverage about the RAV4’s redesign focused on three obvious changes. I always thought the last generation V6 RAV4 was quite the sleeper. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2019 Review October 2019 Review 25 1. – usually opened and closed by the driver, and as the driver walks to/from the driver’s door, the way the hatch opens and closes comes handily “to hand”. I don’t. Due to the smaller rear overhang, I guess the rear fender panel doesn’t flutter on the highway like the Camry’s does, and that’s a good thing. Like the CRV reviewed here, it doesn’t help with body roll either. It’s a Mitsubishi (and it’s not an Evo)! The Liberty also weighs, as pointed out, 1,000lbs more. However, comparing the Golf and Tiguan…sheesh. Wow you’re right, 2013 is port injected, but 2014 is DI. Answer is easy, get a lower CGH (car). Instead of “fixing” it for the rest of us, they prefer to save a buck. I have no complaints with the back seats. I’m glad Toyota finally offered an all black interior as I think that really improves the interior and makes the shifter bezel a little more subtle. – bicycle rack can be mounted on spare and the whole works swings completely out of the way, Disadvantages: Yep, because it’s safer for Japan and other countries were they drive on the wrong side of the road. Despite just 2,400 miles on the AWD trucklet, my always-light foot averaged 29 MPG in mixed driving around Philadelphia and suburban New Jersey. For budget travelers on Uganda safari to any remote destination, our 4x4 SUV Rav4 rental car is the best choice for you to hit the road in a new style. Class-average output of 176 HP and 172 pound-feet of torque is married to a similarly class-average 3,435 pound curb weight. A family member has one of these and I can’t really warm up to it, despite its overall competence. Surprisingly, our 2003 Kia Sorento EX (which was equipped with a full 4WD system and which *was* a truck) was smoother than the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe that we test drove, as well as the Nissan Murano that ultimately replaced the Kia…. Also, the brakes don’t inspire confidence. In my experience, loose accessories like cargo covers are not in a rental car. It either is a roll over hazard, is lower or wider than what people want, or has springs / roll bars that are stiff enough to counteract all that CGH. They both agreed the tailgate opens the proper way now and that legroom and rear space are good. In a decidedly non-scientific poll, everyone who sat in both vehicles preferred the design and perceived richness of the Ford. To be honest, as labeled the ‘car guy’ in my circle of friends, my default recommendation is either the V6 RAV4 or used RX300. not sure why some companies can get it right but others have such problems with this (maybe stronger/more expensive materials are necessary in the pillars to keep them thinner?). Back in 1994, when Toyota unveiled their new compact SUV, the RAV4 enjoyed the lucrative market to itself.. Glad everybody else is doing the same. This isn’t a case of extreme power deprivation. Firstly, no idiot ever takes or mounts the spare when the door is open. I had several as rentals, and have had a couple new ones too. I don’t know. Also, when you are configuring your Toyota RAV4 lease deal keep an eye out for the Similar cars section, where you can discover leasing deals for cars you might not have considered. The hinge was on the right, so a person working with the spare would be deep on the shoulder in America. Like most current Toyotas, a little out of date. Toyota is launching a TRD Off-Road model for 2020. The vehicle had 24K miles, so I’m assuming it didn’t need a break job. Hauling five passengers and luggage for a weekend is viable, and seven feet of length are available when the 60/40 rear seats are folded. These faults are made ever more obvious by the fact that they traded in a 2005 Highlander Limited for it. In the case of the RAV4, a little more change is needed to become best in class. Those faux-alloy steel wheels tend to rust where the lugs bite. > “It feels like Toyota ticked off items on a list rather than considering the car’s features and design as part of a cohesive whole.”. Have unforgettable self-drive safari experience in Uganda with our classic and comfortable 4x4 Toyota Rav4 rental cars. MPG’s are up. That tyre on the back forces doors, adding unnecessary weight, they’re a danger to the hoods of cars parked behind, less visibility, add to the hassle of opening, clsoing doors. The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime’s powertrain starts with the familiar 2.5-L 4-cylinder found in the RAV4 Hybrid but tuned for higher output. It’s a much better vehicle than the Outlander, it commands relatively-low prices, and it is subprime-financing fodder. The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a VERY popular car and I know people who were on the waiting lists a long time for it when it first came out in 2019. Stylish, practical and good to drive – one of the best se... Great on interior space, comfortable and tidy to drive, but th... Worth considering if you need a muscular tow car that seats se... Not the best large SUV to drive but, in seven-seat form,&... What Car? Great in snow. Snow handling in Jan and Feb was quite good. http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/rankings/Affordable-Compact-SUVs/. The headrests are backwards in the pics above, BTW. She also said the seats were like sitting on a park bench they were so hard and that it rode and drove worse than her husbands pickup truck! Rear and rear/side visibility is a problematic, and, as the review notes, the screen tends to wash out in the sun, and when it does you lose the rear camera view. AWD + gobs of torque = moving smartly off the line. I know this RAV4 is objectively better than its predecessor in a number of ways, but there was something about that last one that seemed more unique and likeable. Yes, diesel is generally more expensive too. Glad that some, like you, notice the incongruence. My boss and her husband spent an afternoon test driving a 2013 in LE trim similar to this tested vehicle. I traded mine for an Equinox that was $4,000 cheaper OTD, but you see zillions of both cars here in North Jersey. Whether shoppers are seeking value, off-road capability, luxurious appointments or fuel efficiency, Toyota has a stylish and capable RAV4 model that likely fits the bill. The rear floor is not quite flat (contrary to Toyota’s literature), but the rear hatch can be closed with 2”x4”x8’ boards propped against the front seatbacks. “RAV4′s interiors still seem to be of lesser quality than the Honda, at least the last time I looked.”. Road, wind and engine noise are all subdued around town and at highway speeds. Engaging Sport mode doesn’t fire a hidden Windsor 302, but the electric steering tightens, transmission shifts quicken and throttle tip-in noticeably sharpens. That said, I don’t get the obsession with door thumps. Or just slip it in part-time for those slippery days. Worthy of chatter I suppose, but it shouldn’t affect vehicle choice. The Liberty has a tow rating of 5,000lbs. – repair costs for rear impacts are high DI means direct ignition in toyota speak, not direct injection. As long as they find some way to keep interior noise under control, I can deal with the occasional door ding if that’s what it takes to keep weight/cost down. Well, not the Toyota RAV4; it pumps out less CO2 than most city-dwelling small cars. Still there, saving Toyo a few bucks. First of all, I can’t believe that they really expect people to put premium fuel in the V6-equipped model. is part of Haymarket Automotive, a division of Haymarket Media Group © Haymarket Media Group 2021. “just not as good as they were a decade ago.”. As a used proposition that Toyota name is as close to a watertight guarantee as it's possible to get. If you need an even larger hybrid, we’d point you towards the excellent Kia Sorento. Toyota is certainly trying a lot harder than Honda at making its interiors interesting from a design standpoint (the new Avalon has my favorite non-luxury-car interior). Bluetooth for all! The dashboard looks like a 1980s box radio. Does handling at least benefit? Even with an optimal balance of spring, bar, and shock a jounce of one wheel is going to smack the isolation bushings. Practical utility is more important than differentiation. Ehhhh… no. Too bad its not cool. The latest model is the fifth generation of RAV4, and was launched in early 2019. Enjoy comfort and utility in a midsize SUV rental. Despite its status as the base trim, the LE is not missing any amenities. Is it a desperate attempt to make cars on stilts handle like cars that are not on stilts? No DI here folks. Of course, all of this comes at shocking prices (how is an R-line Tiguan $50k?). Did you read the part where he averaged 29 mpg? It’s like they went out of their way to design a family oriented CUV with the ride quality of a Wrangler. As I recall, AMC has the diesel variant. My wife’s ’14 is definitely port injection only. I’ve seen optioned as such on the street. My only complaints are no factory hitch in the US or harness for a utility trailer. My takes: The good. The only way to make a tall car handle is to make the suspension really, really stiff to control the roll. Entune, Toyota’s infotainment system, posed no major issues. Funny how the likes of CU branded the current gen as mostly new. Engine is adequate for the application, transmission works well. Oingo-boingo. The RAV4 isn’t quite “hushed”, but the N(oise) of NVH is favorable. Toyota originally designed the Rav4 for the female market in Japan. Marcelo is full of it. Having lived with a Grand Vitara for 8 years with the same setup: Advantages: Grey hair also makes one distinguishable from others, it that an advantage? Maybe it’s par for the course with anything in that price range, but it doesn’t seem as common on affordable American cars or VWs. Pretty crazy, power rating didnt’ seem to change a whole lot or at all? Wondering what the best used Toyota RAV4 2013 - 2019 is for your money? Sport mode in the Toyota RAV4? Because this is the Internet, the Sport button must be discussed. Plus the ride, at least in the CR-V vs. Rav4 comparisons. You’ll overcorrect trying to merge onto the freeway, and ECO mode just furthers these tendencies. RAV4 sales in April 19,800, Encore 4400. The Rav4 might be a little more softer and plush, that’s not going to pull out camper up to the mountains. Yessir, our modern day Don Quixote drives Buick. But ultimately, you can call it “car-like” ride and handling, but it will never ride or handle like a proper car. You can have the RAV4 as a plain hybrid that charges up as you drive, or a plug-in that gives you the option to, well, plug it in for a far greater electric-only range. Customers who can look past this may instead be put off by the crossover’s ride. Get all the best car news, reviews and opinion direct to … Excellent review full of pertinent details and pictures to back it up. You don’t have a point. i never had an issue with Toyota vehicles having side-opening tailgates. SUVs are all gas-guzzling planet-polluters, right? There used to be a significant difference, but in recent years, they’ve grown. Whatever the RAV4 lacks in interior design, it makes up for in space. May 7th, 2014 at 11:45 am; Sorry for the loss of your family member, Daniel. It is possible to spend over $33,000 on a fully-loaded RAV4 Limited, but you get the same engine, transmission and interior design as the proles who spent just $24,410 for an LE. Don’t shoot me Pete! What Car? Because the choices are limited. Worse car at the show. So very sorry to hear about your loss… Driving to funerals can be quite an experience on the inside. With a Toyota RAV4 car rental from SIXT you are getting a vehicle that offers a winning combination of safety, economy, comfort and performance. This is TTAC – we are always discussing CUVs. 2021 Car of the Year Award winners revealed. This is where things start to get a little… rough. Are you as passionate about cars as we are? The Liberty with my BFG A/T’s can also travel through a foot snow like it’s nothing. review team can help you out. The brakes are scrub speed in a commendably linear manner, but this just isn’t a car you want to hustle. yeah, the tradeoff isn’t worth it. I love that it has a 4WD “lock”. It was about time Toyota finally had the sense to make the tailgate open PROPERLY. Toyota RAV4 2020 Review January 2020 Review 6. Many reviews leave me wondering if the author actually drove the car; this one gives me a good idea of what to expect from a RAV4. The Toyota RAV4 is a mid-size SUV/crossover, which in the UK is available exclusively with a petrol-electric hybrid powertrain. These new crop of CUV’s are pathetic. The previous gen was one of the most surprising rentals I have ever had, I really expected to hate it, and I actually like it enough that if I didn’t have to tow a 6500lb boat around fairly regularly I would probably own one. Liberty and Wrangler had the door with hinges on the right too. TTAC’s own Alex Dykes went further and provided an exhaustive review, but the basic changes are significant – the V6 was dropped, the external spare tire (now a just a compact) migrated under the hatch floor, and the rear hatch itself was redesigned to open on upright struts like the rest of the compact CUV class. After some hurried preparations and two flights, I found myself standing on a rental lot. Best actual cargo space in class. Review 12. The 2021 Toyota RAV4 is a five-passenger compact crossover that is celebrating 25 years of production. Hoping for a vehicular cocoon, I blew through the paperwork and headed east for New Jersey. I had a 2010 last – gen RAV4. And you can’t see out of the thing. That’s what we have (2007) and it is the bee’s knees. Diesel; 06′ CRD. So for me it’s a wash. More lately we got an suv with a top-hinged tailgate, and I just don’t prefer one over the other. no way, Kix! As far as visibility goes, that’s unfortunately par for the class. Yes, he was too polite. I spent some time in one at the autoshow, no one was looking at RAV4, and had the car to my self. You won’t win many drag races, but you won’t be desperate for tailwinds. But exactly how good is the RAV4’s efficiency? Basically a little CUV GTI. I can think of worse places to cut corners. Start a Booking. I give up, you’re right! I think they’re about the same in terms of quality. Take a turn at moderate speed in the RAV4, and the weight suddenly spills over with more body roll than expected. Maybe Buick should remove the Botox gun in the Daewoo factory, whoops sorry, GM Korea, and sales would increase. In reality though, the toys brought along by the XLE (dual-zone temperature, power moonroof, etc.) They all want something able to ‘throw a kayak on it’ during the weekend and get Geo Metro efficiency during their 9 to 5 commute. They ended up getting an Explorer AWD and seem happy enough with it overall save the mileage. That was a wonderful package. Oh, and the Journey looks better than the Outlander, too…both inside and out. Toyota got it spot on because the majority of buyers in Japan were female. It did get good mileage, 28 mpg loaded with 5 people and luggage, with climate control on auto (A/C running), and going 70-75 on the highway. Think about it. Interior. Share review. The RAV4 has a lot going for it without checking a single option box, but consumers have no ways to fix issues like ride harshness or the ergonomics of secondary controls. The bench’s rake adjustment is also generous. I get about 22mpg in town, 26mpg mixed, and have squeaked 31-32mpg on the highway. It is offered in many different models, with various powertrains, to appeal to an expansive audience. Low load floor (useful for picking up 10 bags of mulch last Friday), tons of leg room (not crowded by the rear facing baby seat), good gas mileage (29mpg with mixed driving in Columbus and Dayton thrown in), planted drive, very good seats, good stereo (optional JBL), and solid handling if just a smidge firm over some surfaces. Toyota RAV4 I used in 2011 for three weeks performed flawlessly, and the fact that the car was not shiny new maybe get me past some police radar points. Rear seats are uncomfortable as well, felt like a park bench on a 3 hour drive. Toyota spiffed up the interior, got rid of the full size spare on matching wheel, and added a six-speed shift and backup camera right out of the Camry parts bin. I had the same mushy, but still effective brakes. Less discussed was the fact that rear visibility was also discontinued. I think they are better than they were, it’s just that everyone else has improved so much. One advantage of the top – opening hatch , at least for delivery drivers, is the ability to back close enough to loading docks to more easily load cargo . We almost test-drove one last week, but my grandmother decided the car’s interior was unwelcoming, so it was on to the next thing. All those compliant bushings lead to dead feeling steering and they’re still not enough. First of all, my sympathy regarding your family member. It’s tedious to drive, with mushy steering. Most competitors, especially the CR-V, offer more cubbies and small touches, but RAV4’s overall cargo capacity is excellent. A 2004 Accord/Camry was much “nicer” than a Sonata/Optima Fusion/Malibu now that gap has narrowed dramatically. Bigger, more mature and considerably more refined, the RAV4 concept now seems to have grown in both confidence and competence. With a rugged appearance resembling the Toyota Tacoma pickup, the 2019 Toyota RAV4 also boasts a functional interior, desirable options, and ample standard driver-assistance technology. Check specs, prices, performance and compare with similar cars. A little tinny – mine never lost assorted squeaks and groans despite the dealer’s best efforts but mechanically bulletproof. ZERO steering feel, mushy brakes, mushy handling but a brittle ride at the same time. You can mitigate it to some extent by spending money on things like air or active suspension – my Range Rover both handles and rides noticeably better than a similarly sized Tahoe (but you PAY for that). No Hidden Fees. This isn’t confidence-inspiring, but it isn’t uncommon either. Since then Toyota has made a few updates so I was keen to try it for a week with my family and give it our BabyDrive testing. The RAV4 is still competitive where it counts for most consumers. Which is why I drive a 328i wagon and not an X3. Funny, all these reviews in recent years of Japanese cars touch on the point that overall quality in many areas has fallen somewhat. Except for fuel economy, the Highlander blows the new Rav4 out of the water. Too bad the thing squeeks and rattles and smells of toddlers. Do that and it rides like a buckboard. The all black interior and the harsh cloth seat material were mentioned and the lack of a V6 for towing and long hill climbs basically left this vehicle off the list. Buttons are hidden behind the steering wheel, and the second 12v receptacle (recessed at the base of the IP) can only be found by touch. It’s good to get a view from someone who likes the car and who has put his money where his mouth is. Toyota RAV4 review | page 1 of 2. The original RAV4 helped kick-start the crossover frenzy decades ago, and the latest version reinvents itself with chunky styling and countless modern features. Our 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is the same. Nope, we're not pulling your leg; this relatively large SUV is one of the most efficient in its class according to official figures and didn’t disappoint during our scientific True MPG testing. Second, if you really want a manageably-sized, inexpensive crossover that *actually* deserves to be called a seven-seater, go and buy a Journey. 2019 Toyota RAV4 in brief Exterior. I now have the words to articulate my feeling about the Camry SE I couldn’t think of a reason not to like but still didn’t. A higher-resolution 6.1 inch LCD, optional on the LE and standard on the upper trims, may perform better but was not installed on my vehicle. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV v Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2020 Comparison February 2020 Review 17. Using the term ‘sleeper’ very lightly here… we are discussing CUVs. Watch an F150’s door when you close it. A major step backward, IMHO. The rough noisy ride on all but freeways is still there. The Toyota RAV4 was redesigned for model year 2013, but I hadn’t driven one yet. I’ll have to rig something up from Curt/Ecohitch. Japanese OEMs, at least on their non-luxury models, seem to wrap an impressively crash-worthy structure with sheet metal that is on par with a beer can. The Europeans noticed and got rid of the nuisance first. I wonder why? – rear-mounted spare allows full-size spare plus more space for a larger cargo area Not the case anymore and pretty unmistakable and boring now. I disagree with some of the people here as I am still a hardcore RAV4 fan. When I closed the the rear passenger’s seat door it the tinny sound frame echoed like an empty gym. Oh well, it is a great ride for what it is. Mainly that goes into the extra heavy-duty bits of hardware, like that great solid-axle out back. Thanks but no thanks. Neutrals: Of course, that doesn’t mean they’re junk or anything, just not as good as they were a decade ago. It’s a bizzarre, idiotic, wrong-headed myth. Am I correct in saying that? The ugly. In 5-10 years finding a V6 RAV4 in good condition and with reasonable miles will be pretty desirable I think. Not bad. I have had 2 Rav4s in the past 2 years as rental cars, and neither had a cargo cover. They don’t fix blind spots on the interstate, but at least a rear camera and 6.1 inch LCD screen are now standard on all trims in 2014. These days the manual is only available on the base model, but it used to be available with leather, xenons, nav, etc. And if you decide you're ready to buy, make sure you check out our New Car Buying service; you could save a four-figure sum on the RAV4 and loads of other cars without any awkward haggling. My 2010 RAV was amusing in the door-slamming department – you could actually see the sheet metal flutter as the doors were shut, accompanied by a hollow “bong”. Toyota Rav4 Price: From 3 days - 65 EUR per day 18% VAT Power: 2.5 My point is, over a decade ago, something was already made that achieves nearly the same kind of efficiency, that’s the same size/basic “shape or outline” so to speak, while being a far more capable and stronger vehicle. Enjoy the outstanding ride-quality of this compact SUV, equally suited to city driving or the cross-country road trip. The Japanese have struggled with this for about 4 decades, and we all know they have been turning out absolute rubbish. Either you have a diesel Liberty, or you figured out a way to Trifecta Tune Mopars…. The one benefit of the Tiguan is that it is available as a 6-speed manual with it’s 200hp turbo-4cyl. Which is important to me. But even then, it must be tuned to get 29 mpg in mixed driving. Truth behind toyota rav4 hybrid delays: 10 things buyers need to know but aren t always told caradvice 2019 rav4: over 60% of sales passes million globally still a long wait for hybrids. Although the second generation Toyota RAV4 didn't change the way we viewed small 4x4s with quite the same seismic impact its predecessor did, few would contend with the fact that it's a markedly better car. I really liked your gen of RAV4, to the point that I talked my roommate into buying one when he went car shopping a year or so ago.