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#21 of 2123 How are they as daily drivers? by vocus Feb 12, 2001 (7:57 am)
I commute like 70 miles a day for work, and drive mostly highway. Do the 2001 RAVs blow around in crosswinds alot? How is the fuel economy and acceleration with the automatic? And how reliable? Being a Toyota, I expect it to be almost bulletproof. But I figured I would ask some real owners before buying. Comments appreciated.
#22 of 2123 RAVs in the wind revisited; acceleration, mileage by suvshopper4 Feb 12, 2001 (9:47 am)
Hey 19 (any Steely Dan fans?), vocus. I asked that question in #1, about RAVs in the wind. I went ahead and bought one, and had my first real windy day recently (30+ mph gusts?), so I took my rig out on the interstate to try it out at speed. I could feel the wind on the vehicle, but it didn't feel too bad. Just had to keep alert. As far as passing trucks pushing it around, no, not like the full-size vans that I've owned. And as far as acceleration and fuel economy with the auto trans, both are pretty decent. There is a bit of a hole in pick-up going from mid-speed on up which you need to anticipate, but it does pull strong overall; off the line, the package is pretty good, with good sound too. And my miles per US gallon were at 22.4 most recently, mixed driving, temps 20-40F, just over 1,000 miles on the odo. However, I did find that my tires were overinflated (all 4 at about 37, v. the recommended 29), so I probably was getting better mileage than I should have. I too expect the Toyota to be bulletproof. So far I'm very happy with the RAV. Good luck.
#23 of 2123 SUV... by vocus Feb 12, 2001 (10:08 am)
The mileage sound about right per the Consumer Reports test that just came out in this month's issue. The new RAV4 is their top-rated small SUV, above the Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe, Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Subaru Forester. I cannot wait to test drive one. The last generation felt alot smaller inside to me (I am 6'3 and about 270 lbs.), but the new one is great inside. I especially like the "industrial" look of the dashboard around the stereo. Does seem like alot of dealers aren't dealing though. Luckily, I have a Carmax Toyota near me (Laurel, Md.) and their prices seem pretty reasonable. I, of course, am probably gonna wait until summer or so, and the prices will be a bit lower then.
#24 of 2123 to chetan1 by dimka448 Feb 14, 2001 (11:59 am)
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#25 of 2123 Noise in dash by writersf Feb 15, 2001 (7:59 am)
My new 2001 has an annoying tick-tick-tick sound that comes from the area where the center of the dash meets the windshield. It appears to be the grille through which defrost air blows, vibrating against the underside of the dash with every little bump in the road. This is a fit and finish problem that I'm sure (I hope) the dealer can fix. Has anyone else had this particular adventure?
#26 of 2123 writersf - Noise in dash by dannyka Feb 15, 2001 (8:07 am)
John, While researching the RAV4 I heard about the same noise you're talking about. Apparently, it's fairly "common." What I recall is that it seems some padding is missing somewhere up by the windshield. Try going to one or both of these sites and searching for "noise" or "dash" in the current forum or archive. I think you should be able to get more info on it. http://www.rav4world.com or http://forums.vmag.com/suvrav40299. Hope this helps. -Dan
#27 of 2123 RAV4s in Central - Eastern Massachusetts by cyprian Feb 16, 2001 (7:31 am)
Via e-mail I was given a quote of $400 above invoice on a 2001 RAV4. Is this too good to be true? Think there is a catch somewhere? Has anyone else had a good, bad or otherwise experience with Toyota dealers in MA?
#28 of 2123 bob346 by bob346 Feb 17, 2001 (2:31 pm)
my toyota had the same problem, it is outside in the cover under the wiper blades, it seems they have to put some felt to stop the tips of the plastic from tapping against the windshield.also there seems to be noise in the rear glass on both sides it is like crackling sound can you advise, hope this helps.by the way it took the dealer about 1 hr. to fix the problem in the windshield.
#29 of 2123 suvshopper? by dianne4toyota Feb 17, 2001 (7:54 pm)
PLease email me offline re: this? Thanks!   Dianne
#30 of 2123 Best RPM for Shifting? by stableford Feb 19, 2001 (9:08 am)
After breaking in the engine, are there any opinions on the best rpm for shifting gears. Since the peak torque is at 4000 and best hp at 6000 I'm thinking I may want to take to around there for shifting. Any comments, sites, implications for engine health, etc. Thanks.

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