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2012 Toyota RAV4 consumer reviews

$22,650–$26,085 MSRP range
side view of 2012 RAV4 Toyota
(131 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.8
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I've had mine for three years and absolutely love my car!

I've had mine for three years and absolutely love my car!!! I'm to the point in life where I really don't drive much, and can certainly use the money. But, I won't sell if the price isn't comparable to the worth.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Insufficient time line for Blizzard Pearl recall.

The exterior received 1 star as the Blizzard Pearl paint looked great before its now ongoing pealing frenzy. The 2012 RAV4 is great in every aspect for its generation though the Blizzard Pearl isn’t holding up. The Blizzard Pearl paint, as good looking as it is, or paint prep is failing in a big way. The roof was pealing above the windshield aprox. 4 years ago, its repainting was cover per the extended warranty. Now 1 year after the warranty expired the hood, drivers side front post, drivers side passenger door and the rear hatch are all pealing. Blizzard Pearl! It’s now a looker going down the road for a different reason.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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To many problems in this Suv

This SUV HAS A SO MUCH PROBLEM I HAVE 2012 RAV4 51000 MILES IN MY SUV BURN OIL WHEEL SENIOR NO GOOD AIR BEG PROBLEM SEAT BELT PROBLEM AND FEW MORE PROBLEM WITH 2012 TOYOTA RAV4

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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2012 Rav 4 is a gem.

I had a 2012 Rav 4 and a man ran a red light and ran over me and the Rav had to be junked. I got my second 2012 Rav 4 and both were and are wonderful cars. Would highly reccommend.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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RAV4 Sport v6, no better price for a 4WD

I had researched small/compact SUV vehicles in their respective class. Toyota known for reliability and quality for the price was on top of my list. It took me a years time to have gotten lucky enough on a trade in at a local dealer. My timing was right on as when I arrived l looked it over before speaking with a rep. I overheard employees saying that the RAV4 Sport v6 check all the boxes and was a unicorn in and out. The owner must have taken a hit which after test driving it, it was straight as an arrow with minor slight blemishes for a 8 year old vehicle. I knew to make an offer, which was listed at $15,500. It was the end of the month, so it was approved to sell at $1000. Off if I took it that day. “Deal” and ever since driving it away with my temporary papers, I knew I found the SUV 4WD I’ve been looking for. Right place, right time. I still have it and it’s a workhorse, and have put about 15k on it to which It had 60k when I purchased it. Great buy, and say goodbye to v6 engines as the car companies need to go green and the future is about EV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love love love it!

Everything mechanically was checked out and fixed by the dealer before driving off the lot. I love the low miles and great deal I got.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This car is like my old one with way less miles.

It’s like brand new. It’s 4 years newer than my old car that has 260k miles. This has 65k miles. That’s why I bought another one. Love the v6 Rav 4. Hope they make it again.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best reliable suv I've ever owned

This SUV didn't only meet my expectations, it's far surpassed them. Good on gas, nice smooth ride, and has not given me one problem. 2010-2012 is the best year, that's my opinion.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My favorite vehicle I’ve owned

It is perfect for what I need in a vehicle. Plenty of space to haul whatever I need. I like the styling and the overall design.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Extremely reliable and spacious

This car was very reliable and spacious. Not much for luxury, but it was a fantastic value, had plenty of space, and was good on gas.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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