2008 Toyota RAV4 V6 Sport 4x4 Road Test

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Every time an automaker releases a new mainstream model they're faced with countless decisions on how to improve on it in order to make it stand out against its peers. This usually leads to the designers and engineers getting into a vicious circle that suddenly sees their vehicle grow in size. Every single focus group, no matter the type of car, SUV or truck, seems to say, “Oh, I'd like a bit more room everywhere, and more power too,” and since most companies like to listen to their... Read More

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Like all of these compact utility vehicles, the 2008 Toyota RAV4 offers a choice of four-cylinder or V-6 powertrains (except the Honda), with front- or all-wheel drive. Where they differ is that they each have different ways of prioritizing between carlike on-road handling and off-road ability. For instance, the Ford Escape is styled like a more traditional SUV, but its carlike underpinnings help it handle and perform quite well, despite its aging design. The Honda CR-V is an excellent, very space-efficient design with plenty of room for five, though it’s not much fun to drive, nor does it have any significant off-road ability. The Hyundai Tucson bears an older design that doesn’t perform as well as its most updated peers; it also feels smaller inside. The new Vue that’s been introduced is much improved, especially inside, with a fresh design. And the Mitsubishi Outlander, like the RAV4, has a very small third-row seat, for those who want two extra positions for small children on occasion; although it doesn’t match the RAV4’s V-6 engine for power, the Outlander V-6 feels very sporty behind the wheel, with good handling, though its ride is firm and somewhat noisy.

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