The WORST Toyota RAV4 Model years To Avoid

The WORST Toyota RAV4 Model years To Avoid

Well, as we all know The Toyota RAV4 is one of the greatest crossover SUVs to reach America and the rest of the globe! It has managed to captivate hundreds of thousands of loyal purchasers with its excellent looks, practicality, and efficiency, which are characteristics that are typical of the Toyota brand as a whole. But is the “touch to perfection” missing out on anything? If there have been successes there have been failures as well, if you want to lay your hands on Toyota’s RAV4 model, you need to watch this video, well you're watching TECH ADDICTS, and we help you to make your next decision easier, and rational, so without any delay let's get started!

The RAV4 has had unwavering success ever since it was introduced to the market in 1994; to date, more than 10 million copies have been sold all over the world. It's possible that the Toyota RAV4 isn't quite as unrivaled as it previously was now that it has to go up against tried-and-true competitors like the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-50, and Kia Sportage. In spite of the fact that it is a part of a market that features an exceptionally high level of competition, the 2023 model is still more than deserving of your consideration as a potential purchase.

When searching the secondhand market, it might be difficult to determine which model years produced the greatest versions of the RAV4, due to the fact that during the course of the RAV4's lengthy production run, some models have unavoidably been inferior to others. But don't worry, we've got you covered with a comprehensive guide that tells you which model years of the Toyota RAV4 you should steer clear of purchasing.

The 2002 model year of the second generation of the Toyota RAV4.
To get things rolling, we'll begin with the 20-year-old 2002 Toyota RAV4, which is the model in the RAV4 family that has historically been subjected to the most severe criticism overall. You'll find out later that the majority of criticisms leveled against the RAV4 have very little to do with the vehicle's performance, its looks, or its usability. Remember that it has always been a superb automobile, but some versions have shown to falter both in short-term dependability and long-term reliability, and that is exactly the situation with the 2002 Toyota RAV4 model.

Transmission failure is the most common problem that owners of 2002 RAV4s face, and it typically takes place well before the odometer reaches 100,000 miles. When this occurs, shifting in the RAV4 becomes increasingly difficult, which leads to timing issues and constant jerking, both of which render the car nearly impossible to operate safely. In addition, ECU failure is typical before the vehicle has reached 100,000 miles; yet, given the age of the 2002 RAV4, this fact should not come as a surprise. If you're looking at a 2002 RAV4 that's close to or past the 100,000-mile mark and hasn't had any recent repairs made to its transmission, there's a good chance that the problem will show up sooner rather than later. Transmission repairs typically cost around $2,000, so if you're looking at this vehicle, you should know that the issue will likely arise sooner rather than later.

Avoid Buying A Third-Generation Toyota RAV4 Between The Years 2007 And 2008.
In general, the third generation of the Toyota RAV4 was an excellent run for the vehicle, accounting for some of the model's greatest variants that have ever been produced. However, a significant number of purchasers have voiced several grievances over the 2007 and 2008 models in particular. These issues, despite the fact that they aren't as widespread as the complaints against the 2002 RAV4, are far more severe and expensive to fix.

Both models have a problem with high oil consumption that happens rather frequently and typically shortly after 100,000 miles of driving, and the cost of getting this problem corrected can range anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000.

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[josburd]

Avoid 2002, 2007, 2008, 2013, 2019
This could easily been a 4 minute video, but thanks

[tonyv]

I wore out my 2004 CRV, so I searched the internet for the best years for the RAV4. Ended up buying the 2018 4 cyl AWD model, a fleet trade in, it only had 24, 000 actual miles! Now in my second year, I simply love this vehicle. Great gas mileage, comfortable and easy to drive. Takes some getting used to the electric assisted steering though. Thank you for sharing this video.

[frankvasquez]

I had a 2018 with 143, 000 miles in five years. I drive 600+ miles per week, never had trouble with it . Did change the plugs, flushed radiator, new hoses, drive belt, replaced rotors and brake pads front and back and front and rear struts. Ran on Michelin Defender and still ran like new. Traded it in for a 2023 because I got a great deal and because the area in Texas where I work gets lots of ice in the winter and I did not want to chance it being that it can be over 80 miles between towns.The 2023 is more powerful and I seems to get better gas mileage.

[frankvasquez]

Just traded in my 2018 with 167, 123 miles on it. I did replace hoses, struts, brakes, flushed radiator and transmission, plus plugs. Never let me down but since I drive 850 miles per week for 33 weeks straight I felt I did not want to take chances of a breakdown. It still ran great, but I found a great buy and bought it.

[MyMonsterBassQuest]

We have a 2017 RAV4 LE. So far it has 70, 000 miles.

[markrunyon]

I bought a 2012 v6 limited about 10 months ago.I love this vehicle, Best vehicle I"ve ever owned at 64 years old.There usually are no other owners when I"m done with a vehicle.I traded a 1994 4 cylinder, Sonoma pickup, with 200, 000 miles in on this so obviously I feel like "King of the road" in this thing.However, I"ve owned a few 4whl drives, I"d never go off road with his thing, I know it wasn"t made for that or a plow.

[johnkennedy]

I bought my 2002 rav 4 with the 2az fe engine more than 20yrs ago and the only thing I have change are the rims and stereo and other minor components that are subjected to wear an tear like engine mountings, rear wheel arm and etc

[chanakagoonatillake]

I have a Rav4 XLE, and it's running great

[abbyhunker]

I have 21 RAV4 I bought it used I never had problems with it for the 2 weeks that I have for, it does it’s job for keeping my mom n i safe 😮😊

[Lauradahl-creations]

I'd the 1999 rav4 a good vehicle?
I'm looking at one with 239k miles and the owner said the timing belt broke. They said the mechanic fixed it though. It has a few small dents too..
What should I pay for it?

[HumbertoFreire-exki]

I’ve owned a 2012 And now own 2018… fantastic vehicles… resale value remains stable.

[EddyBolta-jjtx]

Wount most of the low milage repairs be under waranty on the latermodels and have been repaired

[haroldhodge]

I have a 2021 rav4 awa drive the left rear tire is wearing out on the inside had it alignment done still dose it what could be the problem

[Glenningway]

Was 'this' close to buying the 2019. It had low miles and they wanted 27k for it. Was very curious why, but now I know. We don't have a Toyota dealership for at least an hour+ drive away and all the used models tend to be the ones from the worst years, go figure. Guess I'll have to splurge for the less exciting CR-V.

[pyro-jay]

I found on google says to avoid 01 to 03 RAV4 because of transmission problems but I thought those good years?

[ryannfodrea]

I've got the 2013. I've noticed no abrupt acceleration issues. I'd bet that for any that do have this problem, it's likely because the ECM has a glitch where it switches performance modes on its own. Eco, normal and sport modes all have different throttle mappings. If you keep it in sport, it may reduce fuel efficiency, but it offers a more responsive throttle and if it happens to switch on you, you will lose acceleration instead of gaining it which is safer. In terms of navigation and problems with the display, I had navigation removed on mine and I'm sure an update could fix that. I'm also guessing these problems were only with a handful of the 2013 models because most say they haven't had a problem with their 2013 RAV4 (myself included and I'm going on 95, 000 miles).

[Me-lbnd]

Why is it that after all these years the developers haven't figured out how to make a car that will have next to no problems? Don't they try to use the best materials with the best information they get from the mistakes in past vehicles? What gives?

[jiijoabdulle]

So that why the rav4 19 I lease act lurking to the left

[SeizOne]

My 2008 burns mad oil. Causes bad spark plugs and coils

[banelausevic]

2. Generation 2.2 disel 650.000 km still runing, 3. Generation 2014. 315.000 km still runing