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#1711 of 2123 by cbmorton Jan 03, 2005 (12:39 pm)
Two years ago I was very close to getting into a new '03 RAV4, but I soured on it after reading owner comments about the dash rattle. It was bad enough that the problem continued into the '02 model year, but when '03 owners posted that their RAV4s still had the rattle, it was a turnoff. Who wants to buy a vehicle knowing that it most likely has an annoying problem right off the showroom floor? A co-worker let me take his '02 for a test drive at the time and sure enough, his had the rattle. I believe he ultimately did get it fixed after at least two trips to the dealer.   Only a month or so ago I did finally get a RAV4 as a second car, but it's a used 2000 4WD. Still surprisingly tight after almost 50k miles. Hope the '01+ ones age equally well. Replies to this message: mcdawgg (Jan 04, 2005 6:04 am)
#1712 of 2123 Re: [cbmorton] by mcdawgg Jan 04, 2005 (6:04 am)
Replying to: cbmorton (Jan 03, 2005 12:39 pm) '01 Rav (very early production), 45,000 miles, had cowl (dash) rattle, completely fixed 3+ years ago, brakes were squeaky at 5,000 miles, Toyota issued a TSB and replaced them with quiet pads for free. The brakes were functioning perfectly, but were noisy. Note that consumer reports for the '01 lists everything perfect except brakes (see above) and body integrity (cowl rattle). Both these two minor problems (noises, not safety or driveability problems) were completely fixed with the TSB under warranty, and it continues to be a perfect vehicle.
#1713 of 2123 Query by yooper53 Jan 08, 2005 (11:59 am)
I've narrowed my choices to the Rav4 and CR5. I'd appreciate knowing what kind of real world Highway mileage you're all getting. Thanks in advance. -Dennis Replies to this message: suvshopper4 (Jan 12, 2005 11:27 am) yooper53 (Jan 14, 2005 9:48 am)
#1715 of 2123 Snow tires? by nedculver Jan 12, 2005 (7:23 am)
My daughter drives a 2004 RAV-4 AWD. Can traction be improved by buying better snow tires? (She misses her '99 Mountaineer which was great in the snow, but had terrible mpg.) I searched the site and didn't find anything posted. Does this mean that everyone's happy with their traction? Ned - Massachusetts Replies to this message: suvshopper4 (Jan 12, 2005 11:30 am) rbleland (Jan 12, 2005 12:26 pm) yooper53 (Jan 14, 2005 9:52 am) wsommariva (Jan 14, 2005 10:06 am) and 1 more... wsommariva (Jan 14, 2005 6:37 am)
#1716 of 2123 Re: Query [yooper53] by suvshopper4 Jan 12, 2005 (11:27 am)
Replying to: yooper53 (Jan 08, 2005 11:59 am) Dennis,   My '01 RAV4 with the 2.0L engin, auto trans, AWD, has gotten 24.6 overall since 1,300 miles (now at 59,000). This is suburbs/highway, say 60/40, in a state with winter gas (penalty 2+ mpg, I've found). I have a light foot. All day on the interstate, I top 28 mpg. It was e.p.a. rated 22/27, I think. I'm satisfied.   The new 2.4L RAVs are e.p.a. rated about the same, I think, even with the bigger engine. Getting more efficient, I guess.   Good luck. Replies to this message: yooper53 (Jan 14, 2005 9:48 am)
#1717 of 2123 Re: Snow tires? [nedculver] by suvshopper4 Jan 12, 2005 (11:30 am)
Replying to: nedculver (Jan 12, 2005 7:23 am) I'm satisfied with my '01 RAV's traction, currently with Yokohoma Geolanders, and previously with OEM Bridgestone Dueller 687 H/Ts. But I don't see a lot of snow, just occasional 2-6 inches.   Sure, better tires will give better snow performance, if you're willing to pay for it.
#1718 of 2123 Re: Snow tires? [nedculver] by rbleland Jan 12, 2005 (12:26 pm)
Replying to: nedculver (Jan 12, 2005 7:23 am) If you live where there is a lot of snow, buying 4 snow tires makes a lot of sense in terms of increased traction and safety. Amortized over 4 or 5 winters, the cost is not that bad. Just be sure to take them off before you're running on dry pavement a lot. Replies to this message: yooper53 (Jan 14, 2005 9:52 am) wsommariva (Jan 14, 2005 10:06 am) yooper53 (Jan 28, 2005 8:09 pm)
#1719 of 2123 Re: Snow tires? [nedculver] by wsommariva Jan 14, 2005 (6:37 am)
Replying to: nedculver (Jan 12, 2005 7:23 am) My wife has a 2002 FWD. We just bought four Bridgestone Blizzaks winter tires. She still stays home when it snows. I read, I think in Consumer Reports that a AWD should be sufficient in snow. A friend of mine is a ER doctor. He has a AWD AND four snow tires since he has to go to work no matter the weather.   The four blizzaks INCLUDING the wheels cost about $600. I think worth it. Bought them from Tirerack.com, which I recommend.
#1720 of 2123 Re: Query [suvshopper4] by yooper53 Jan 14, 2005 (9:48 am)
Replying to: suvshopper4 (Jan 12, 2005 11:27 am) Great feedback. Thanks!

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