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Watching the recent evolution of the Toyota RAV4, one might conclude that, like children, little sport-utility vehicles eventually grow up. One day they are tiny, cute and cuddly, with feisty but economical four-cylinder engines. The next they've grown longer, wider, ...
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But must we? One of the qualities most appreciated in past RAV4s was its being the most tossable street machine in all sport-utilitydom. Stretch a 98-inch wheelbase to 104.7 and pack on 300-plus pounds and there will be losses.
Some, yes, but as it turns out, the...
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Toyota's RAV4 is stylish and useful, and comes with Toyota's reputation for quality, durability and reliability. RAV4 handles well and feels stable out on the open road. It's comfortable for running around town, easy to park, and its low load floor makes it convenient for...
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Toyota's RAV4 is a sporty-looking small utility. It handles well and offers a decent amount of power. It's comfortable and convenient for running around town, it's easy to park, and it feels stable out on the open road.Toyota completely redesigned and re-engineered its RA...
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Toyota has completely redesigned and re-engineered its RAV4 for 2001. The all-new Toyota RAV4 is more refined than the previous-generation model and it's much better looking.Toyota's RAV4 was a front-runner in the mini-SUV market from the get-go, and not entirely by defau...
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Toyota's RAV4 wasn't the first mini sport-utility vehicle, but its success helped start a trend. When it was launched in the U.S. in 1996, industry analysts weren't sure how to categorize this quirky cross between a truck and a compact. But as more customers became aware ...
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When it was introduced, industry analysts weren't sure how to categorize the Toyota RAV4. Though it wasn't the first one, the success of this mini sport-utility vehicle helped start a trend. Now established as a class, small SUVs are increasingly popular for their relativ...
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While it's no longer the new kid on the block, Toyota's RAV4 is upgraded for 1998 and is still a head-turner. More than 100,000 RAV4s have been sold in the U.S. since its introduction in 1996. With Toyota's reputation for quality, durability and reliability, it's no surpr...
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If you build them, they will come. Thatconcept sure worked for Toyota's RAV4, which made a big hit when it wasintroduced last year, and big waves in the small sport-utility segment.Last year, it was not clear exactly what category this mini-ute fitin. Its two-door version...
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No one here has ever suggested that fun was invented by Toyota, but even so, the newRAV4 certainly lends a fresh dimension to the concept.More than that, it lends a new and more viable definition to an emerging class ofvehicles--the mini sport-utility. The difference: the...
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