Search Results for ‘reliability’

Hi all, I owned a Gen1 and then a Gen2 Rav4. Now looking at a Gen3. Consumer reports says the Gen3 was pretty unreliable from 2006-2008, with major engine issues and moderate transmission issues. I know that 2009 was the year they switched to the 2.5 liter engine, and the older 2.4 liter is...

Hello. I need an SUV for under €3000, definitely manual transmission. Reliability is the most important factor – I don't care too much about all the features, gadgets and so forth, I just want it to be dependable and have the lowest possible probability of requiring expensive repairs in the near...

I’m going to look at a 2003 RAV4 tomorrow that only has 47,591 miles and is selling for $4,300. Clean body & interior, one owner, well maintained, has been kept garaged and has no rust issues. Automatic transmission. I feel like this is a good deal, but my only hesitation is the ecm and...

Hi all. First post here so apologies in advance if this question has been answered before - a cursory search did not dig up what I was looking for. I'm in the market for a used RAV4 and was wondering if there was a year that is widely considered most reliable? I'm posting to the 4.5 forum...