When I purchased my vehicle I was looking for something a little more roomier than a car, we traveled a lot and needing packing space. I didn't want to be a mini van mom, so I opted for a compact SUV. I have had this vehicle for 6 years and it has never let me down, I have only recently had a problem mechanically and it was a simple fix and not the fault of the vehicle but the cheap battery made the alternator go out. I have traveled many states in this vehicle and would buy it again except for the fact that my family has grown beyond comfort for this vehicle. We all still fit, but it is more cramped with 5 bodies in the vehicle, 2 in car seats, which take up a ton of room. A family with 2 or less children, this is a great little SUV, I would highly recommend.

Overall, the vehicle can be summarized as a fun car. It is especially a good car for younger folks who are always on the go. It's one of those cars that may look small on the outside but has a decent amount of room on the inside including the trunk. The vehicle handles turns very well and provides a Jeep-like feel to it as you sit somewhat elevated as compared to most lower-riding sedans. I hate to say it, but I feel that a lot of single and younger women would like this car for that feeling of sitting somewhat "higher-up." Whether it is taking the car to the beach or to the mountains, the 2000 RAV4 seemed (seems) like a good little car to do the job.