The vehicle was really reliable initially, maybe in the first few years. However, in the last two–three years (from present day), it started having new problems every few months. There would be air conditioning problems, brake problems, oil problems, and alignment problems. The overhead sun blocker broke and had to be replaced. Eventually, it became too expensive and tedious to keep fixing the car that I traded it in for a new, updated, 2017 version of the same car.

I like the RAV-4 because I trust Toyota vehicles based on previous ownership experience. The base level 2017 RAV-4 LE comes standard with safety features that I appreciate, like lane assist, rear back-up camera, automatic headlights and automatic safety braking. I like sitting up high in a vehicle so I can see over traffic. The back passenger seat feels roomy and comfortable. I like the ability to easily put the rear seats down for more cargo room. I like that two years of maintenance is included with my new vehicle. The heating and cooling systems work well. The 2016 version is quite that the 2006 V-8 model I owned previously.