I love my RAV 4. I live a very active life style, and the RAV 4 is perfect for me. It has the right amount of space for weekend travel, with enough room for my bike, my dog and my luggage. I like driving a bit higher but not feeling as if I am driving a massive vehicle. The vehicle handles really well in New England winters, and I always feel safe while driving it. Knock on wood, but I haven't had any mechanical issues with my car aside from basic maintenance. The inside of the car is very easy to maneuver, and the controls are simple. I find in some newer cars there are too many gadgets and buttons to push to make things happen, but the RAV 4 is very simple and easy to operate. The dashboard and controls are straightforward and basic, and the mechanics such as the defrost work quickly and effectively. The only con I would give my car is that I had a small fender bender, and the damage to my car seems extreme for the impact. I hit a parked car at a slow rate of speed, and my bumper was badly damaged. Besides that issue, which was obviously my fault, I don't have any complaints about my car.

I got this car back in 2015 and would not trade it for any other vehicle. I bought it so I could have a family car that was not too big but was spacious enough to fit strollers, etc. It does not have a huge trunk, but there was enough room to fit a stroller, beach bag, and a few other things. It does not rattle or shake when on the highway which was a huge upgrade from my Jeep Cherokee. The mileage on it was great, and I do not feel like I am constantly stopping at a gas station to fill it up. I am also only spending a minimal amount on gas per fill up which is great. I would highly recommend this car to small families, single people, and anyone who lives someplace that rains or snows a good amount. It has been a really reliable car for me thus far.