2000-2006 RAV4 OverviewToyota RAV4 Overview (2000 - 2006)
2000 - 2006
Tech Specs Summary
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- 106 - 115 mph
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- 10.6 - 12.2 seconds
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- 114 - 148 hp
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- 26.7 - 33.1 mpg
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- 2,635 - 3,186 lbs
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- 5.3 - 48.2 ft3
This generation of the Toyota RAV4 was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Toyota between 2000 - 2006. It's a front engined SUV with either all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. There are three power levels available from either a 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine or 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the RAV4 is the Toyota RAV4 2.0 VVT-i 4x4 which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 148 hp and a power/weight ratio of 19.14 lb/hp it has a top speed of 115 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 499 miles and can store 14.1-48.2 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.