Toyota Rav 4 4x4's...

The RAV4 has become one of the most successful small 4x4s since it was originally launched in 1994. So much so in fact, that it has inspired plenty of offroaders from other carmakers. With ever more competition, it has had to constantly improve and as a result it's now one of the best 4x4s on the market, helped by an excellent reputation for reliability. The engine choice is limited to one diesel and one petrol, but inside there's a neatly-styled and good quality cabin, while on the road it's refined and comfortable. Newer offroaders may be more stylish, but the RAV4 remains a great choice and one that's guaranteed to never let you down. It was upgraded in 2009 with more powerful engines and subtle exterior changes.

The diesel option is 2.2-litre D-4D with 140bhp that offers a great mix between performance and economy. It's an easy to live with unit thanks to a smooth and responsive nature plus it's punchy enough for confident overtaking. It will happily cruise on the motorway too. This engine was replaced by a newer 2.2 D-CAT (called Optimal Drive) in July 2009, which boasts 150bhp and more pulling power, yet emits less CO2. It also averages 49mpg compared to the previous 43mpg.

This engine is available with an automatic gearbox - something not previously offered on a diesel RAV4. It's very smooth with quick shifts and even comes with paddle shifts on the steering wheel, allowing you to change gear yourself. Buyers looking for a bit of extra kick should go for the 180bhp 2.2-litre D-4D T180. It's the most expensive of the three engine options, but the most powerful. It's quick for a car of this size and class, getting to 62mph in 9.3 seconds, but in town it's prone to stalling due to a heavy clutch. It was dropped from the line-up in late 2008.

Air Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, Radio/CD Multichanger, Radio/CD, ABS, Headlight Washers, Lumbar Support, Passenger Airbag, Roof Rails, Radio/Cassette, Alarm, Drivers Airbag, Front Electric Windows,Power Assisted Steering.

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