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2010 Toyota RAV4 V-6 All-Wheel Drive

Family Friendliness: 8.2

Recommended: Not Yet Driven

Specifications also apply to Sport and Limited V-6 all-wheel drive models.

What it Is: A two-row five passenger midsize crossover with an optional third row.
Who it's For: Families who don't need only two LATCH points, and maybe an occasional third row seat.
What's Hot: Competes against other compact crossovers with only two rows of seats.
What's Not: More expensive than competitors, larger, too.
How It Got Its Score: The RAV4 offers good cargo space behind the second row of seats and OK fuel economy for a V-6. All-wheel drive adds expense and lowers fuel economy though.

With a V-6 engine and all-wheel drive, you can still get into a RAV4 for about $25,000, not bad for a small midsize crossover with an optional third row. That third row costs extra (it's part of a $1,320 option package), but the added utility can be worth it, and the price is very reasonable. There's even more cargo space behind the third row than there is in Toyota's three-row Highlander. The V-6 adds power but hurts fuel economy, especially with all-wheel drive, so consider carefully if you need that extra power and added traction. Still, add it all up and the RAV4 makes one compelling package, which is why it's one of the most popular vehicles in its class.

Specifications Price MSRP $24,935 Destination $800 Other Models (Base Price) Sport ($27,330) Limited ($28,610) Mechanical Engine Size 3.5 liters Engine Type V-6 Horsepower 269 hp Torque 246 lb.-ft. Fuel Regular Unleaded Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Transmission 5-Speed Automatic Fuel Economy EPA City 19 mpg EPA Highway 26 mpg EPA Combined 21 mpg Utility Vehicle Type Midsize SUV Family Friendliness 8.2 Doors Five Seat Rows Two Passengers Five LATCH Positions Two Cargo Space 36.4 cu. ft. Max Cargo Space 73.0 cu. ft. Safety NHTSA Driver Front 5 Stars NHTSA Passenger Front 4 Stars NHTSA Driver Side 5 Stars NHTSA Rear Passenger Side 5 Stars NHTSA Rollover 4 Stars IIHS Front Good IIHS Side Good IIHS Rear Acceptable Stability Control Standard Traction Control Standard Brake Assist Standard Side Airbags Thorax and Curtain Collision Avoidance Not Available Active Cruise Control Not Available

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