2008 Toyota RAV4 Consumer Discussions

Toyota RAV4 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: 2008 Rav4 Limited 4WD 4Cyl [Rav4NewGuy]

Written by: mazda626atx on Nov 29, 2008 03:48 PM

GO to this link and see the possible difference between 2088 limited MSRPs . http://www.edmunds.com/toyota/rav4/2008/index.html There is a difference of $3315 from the top of the line V6 at $27,070 to the base Limited at $23,755, Even the middle model Limited 4 cylinder ($ 25,155) is almost 2k less . I think that price is absurd IMHO Is it a FWD model? :) I mention ... Read More...

2008 Rav4 Limited 4WD 4Cyl

Written by: Rav4NewGuy on Nov 28, 2008 06:57 PM

Closed a 2008 Rav4 Limited 4WD 4Cyl today in NJ -Leather/Heated -Moon Roof -Touch Screen Navigation -Toyota Security -Mud Guards -Floor Mats -Auto Dimming mirror -Pinstripe -Cargo Net -0% financing Price : 27,700 + TTL Will appreciate comments on the price/package? Read More...

Toyota RAV4 Vibration Tire Warning Light

Re: Weird Vibration / Wanring Light Issues [heyheyjude]

Written by: minster54 on Nov 23, 2008 08:50 AM

Hey, heyheyjude. I bought a 2008 Rav4 in September. My light came on after two weeks only to find out I had only 20 pounds of pressure in each tire. I put the right amount of air in the tires. A week after that my car started vibration. I have been back to the deal twice, called the main toyota line, just to find out no one wants to do anything about it. I am going to a toyo tire ... Read More...

Toyota RAV4 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: 2008 Rav4 Help... [cyclist_chick]

Written by: houtex2 on Nov 21, 2008 05:26 PM

Hi Cyclist_Chick: I hope that you really enjoy the ride and still checking this forum for awhile. I got the spreadsheet ready and came to SM dealer tonight but it did not work out. Therefore, I would like to ask you again: 1) T.M.F (Toyota Marketing Fund) ~ $770. I removed this. Did you pay this fee? 2) PIO (Pre Install Option) Holdback? How about this? 3) 2% Holdback ... Read More...

Toyota RAV4 Battery and Electrical Problems

Re: Toyota/Lexus NOT Battery problems - NOT solved at last? [rkljajic]

Written by: ninac731 on Nov 14, 2008 00:47 PM

I have a 2008 RAV4 and i have been having starter problems for the past 3 months. i bought the car in april 2008. basically, it takes several tries before it starts (once every two weeks or so)... sometimes it takes up to 30-45 before it finally starts. I took it to the dealer and basically they can't do anything about it since it starts for them without any problems. ... Read More...

Toyota RAV4 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: Price 2008 Rav4 v6 Limited [mazda626atx]

Written by: snap919 on Nov 11, 2008 09:45 AM

It was in Scranton PA. The dealer was Toyota Scion of Scranton. Check out their web site, they had a lot of inventory. :D Read More...

Toyota RAV4 2007

I have question about price

Written by: getmeanewcar on Dec 09, 2007 10:41 AM

The Toyota.com webpage suggests MSRP as $27000 for the RAV4/year:08/V6/2WD/3.5L/black/LIMITED/without Navi. But when I requested a quoto from Online retailers, they call for nearly $30000. Why do the local retailers call for higher price than the MSRP? And what are some effective strategy to have as much discount as possible from the local dealers? Should ... Read More...

Toyota RAV4 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: RAV4 LTD V6 2008 [mazda626atx]

Written by: heyheyjude on Nov 08, 2008 09:04 PM

It may be too late, but please read my message I'll have posted later on today, Nov. 09/08. I went to purchase an '09 Sport and ended up with an '08 Limited for $300 more. Will provide details OR my review of the dealership, experience and walk-out cost should be posted since I submitted it today. Jim Barkley Toyota (main page, 'Local Car Dealers Ratings and Reviews). ... Read More...

press request

Written by: kirstie_h on Oct 16, 2008 09:39 AM

A reporter is interested in talking with owners of a 2008 or 2009 Toyota RAV4 who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to jwahl@edmunds.com no later than Monday, November 3, 2008 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren. Read More...

Subaru Forester vs Toyota RAV4

2008 comparison considering my needs -- thanks!

Written by: happymama on Oct 24, 2008 00:19 PM

I've narrowed down my choices to either a Subaru Forester or a V6 Toyota RAV4 -- 08 in both cases. Consider my needs/wants//situation, which would you buy. drive to work only 3 x a week, but 40+ mi (most 2 lane county/state roads) ea way want best gas mileage possible both kids away at college so we primarily use the front seats must be able to tow a small camper (minimum ... Read More...