2001 Toyota RAV4 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996
Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
22 -25 City / 27 -31 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
148
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle RHonda J
The one most important thing about my car is it is eco friendly.
I love this car. Very reliable. It has lasted a long time. I would get another model of this car. It is very dependable.
accountCircle David A
Very reliable and very roomy on the inside.
Lots of room. Drives and handles well. Reliable. Gas efficient. 180k miles so long-running. Not really anything I dislike.
accountCircle Kayla K
It is one of the best rated and most reliable cars out there.
My vehicle is a little older (need to update). I like the size of my vehicle. I dislike the gas mileage. It is an older car that has ran very well for a long time. I also like the interior design.
accountCircle Kaitlin M
My vehicle is the perfect size for someone it wanting a large vehicle but also wanting a vehicle big enough to be comfy for travel. My German shepherds is rather large and she can fit in the back with the seats down with enough room to run in circles when she wants... She is 80lbs. The space is unbeatable.
My RAV4 is old but it has put up with a LOT of heavy usage. I put about 20,000 miles on it on average in year. Recently, i have needed to put some work into it because some Pieces are starting to "show their wear". The carpet seating is hard to clean unfortunately but that's expected with these seats. My paint has worn down but I also have had it through all seasons. I have not driven it in snow and ice because I don't trust myself personally on that. I have never even considered another brand of car. My first car is this Toyota, and all my future cars will be one as well. The size of the RAV4 isn't too large but it's also not to small. It's a comfy SUV that has travelled well even with a 2 Year old German Shepherd.
accountCircle Bill K
Small but mighty gets the job done
This is a awesome car gets around great in the winter has 227,000 miles and running strong. Would recommend to anyone.
accountCircle Chrissie K
Toyota rav4 a pleasure to drive.
My Toyota rav4 is such a great car. Good on gas, love the way it handles the road, and it's the perfect size vehicle for me. I have never felt so comfortable driving any other car!
accountCircle Sara m
It's a great car that might night be the best looking but it is going to be safe for my kids
My car is an older year but it reliable and comfortable. My only dislike is that's getting old and we will be needing to get a newer car this year
accountCircle angela s
My car is reliable and safe. I enjoy driving it and hope my kids learn to drive it.
I love my vehicle. I have had it for 17 years and is still my primary vehicle. I have only had a few problems with it.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jason Holden
Thought they were good
Purchased rav4 for the wife. Great little car to drive beside no cruise control. Anyhow 3days in and oil light on then seized cam. Ok second motor not even 300k and oil light on. Not seized but metal fragments in sump. Replaced under warranty and just fitted motor, got it running and won’t idle atm. I tell you I was going to scrap the car. I have lost all confidence in it
accountCircle Alexa M
My vehicle is almost 20 years old, and it is in good shape for a car that old.
Currently I own a 2001 Toyota RAV4, and it is okay. When I got it, the car had over 180, 000 miles, which is to be expected due to its age. However, the mileage is a major concern for me, which makes me think that I will not have the car for as long as I need to before getting a new car--which stinks because I drive far. Also, when it is in park or when my foot is on the brake, it makes weird noises and "jumps". I like it because it gets me from A to B, but at the same time, the mileage and weird car noises is of concern.
accountCircle Jimmy S
Great safety features come standard.
I like that it is four wheel drive. I do not like it has a lot of miles on it. I like the color of it. I do not like it is air does not work since I got it.
accountCircle Robert M
Great handling SUV that gets terrible fuel mileage and has transmission problems
The transmission feels terrible and I don't feel confident that it won't leave me stranded. It handles very well for a small SUV, better than most cars. The fuel mileage is awful and is very expensive to drive for a vehicle if it's size. I wish I would have gotten the 4 wheel drive version of this vehicle
accountCircle Mary P
That it is a very reliable vehicle.
I love the four wheel drive and room. It does not have automatic headlights. The heat and air could be better.
accountCircle Sam A
Decent for a College Student, who is poor. Otherwise, do not recommend
Was used, so it does not work great. Like the amount of space. Don't like how slow it takes to accelerate.
accountCircle Penny K
I have not had to do much maintenance on it.
I love the size and ease of driving it. I do not like all the blind spots in it. The blind spots make it difficult to see when backing up.
accountCircle Sara M
This car even though it's having minor problems it had always been very reliable
I love our car but it is getting older and starting to have problems. Great car over all for the year.

Toyota RAV4 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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4dr Manual
148 HP 28-28 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr Auto
148 HP 27-27 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr Manual 4WD
148 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr Auto 4WD
148 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats
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2001 Toyota RAV4 Owner Reviews

4.38
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5 stars 60%
4 stars 22%
3 stars 16%
2 stars 0%
1 star 2%
accountCircle monica l on March 3, 2021
Sturdy - long lasting car - easy and pleasant to drive
Roomy inside but small enough that it's easy to park in the city. Is a bit higher than most cars so visibility is good.
accountCircle James T on February 19, 2021
It's safety and reliability.
It's a Toyota which has always been reliable for me. It had one recall issue which Toyota promptly fixed. I will probably by another Toyota in the future.
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Ranks #3 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2001 Toyota RAV4 has an average owner rating of 4.31 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 13 other Compact SUVs.

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2001 Mazda Tribute
4.4
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2001 Audi allroad
4.33
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2001 Toyota RAV4
4.31

Ranks #1 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Toyota RAV4 has a combined MPG of 31 which ranks it #1 of 13 other Compact SUVs.

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2001 Toyota RAV4
31 MPG
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2001 Subaru Forester
27 MPG
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2001 Honda CR-V
25 MPG

Is The 2001 Toyota RAV4 A Good Car?

Yes, it's been very a reliable car. I have not had any problems with it and do recommend to others. Thanks
Krystal E.
Yes. It runs well. It also has good gas mileage. It drives and maneuvers well and can handle corners at a good rate of speed.
Miranda P.
It is a very good car. It is very reliable and has lasted me over 15 yrs. I've used this car for both my kids. It is very safe
Kayla L.

How Reliable Is The 2001 Toyota RAV4?

I have owned my car for over 12 years and have only had to do normal recommended maintenance like oil and brakes spark plugs.
Aubrey H.
The 2001 Toyota RAV4 is a very reliable vehicle. I have not had any issues other than ones caused by hitting a deer.
Mesa W.
Very reliable. I've only had to replace the brake lights a few times other than regular maintenance.
Nora B.

Is The 2001 Toyota RAV4 A Good Value?

Not sure of the resale of a eighteen year old car, I would assume somewhere around $3000.00 - $4000..00
Ryan L.
I do not know how much the 2001 Toyota RAV4 costs. I inherited my 2001 Toyota RAV4 so I do not know what the price is or if it is a good value
A B.
I paid $17,000 for mine used with 33,000 miles on it. I am now at 225,000 and the car is still good.
Brooke G.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2001 Toyota RAV4 speed sensor location?

Answer: The 2001 Toyota RAV4 speed sensor location can be found by watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LdVPUjyQko The transmission is one of the most critical parts of the vehicle. You will face issues at some...

What is the 2001 Toyota RAV4 obd location?

Answer: The OBD port location in the 2001 Toyota RAV4Can be found on the interior driver's side of the vehicle. If You see where Your hood release button is on the dash below the steering wheel, the port can be found a...

2001 Toyota RAV4: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The size of the tires on the 2001 Toyota RAV4 is 215/70R16 for the 2wd, 195/80R16 for the EV and 215/70R16 and 235/60R16 for the 4wd. The recommended tire pressure for the vehicle is 29 psi for the front and...

What kind of oil does the 2001 Toyota RAV4 take?

Answer: The 2001 Toyota RAV4Can use either 5W-30 or 10W-30 motor oil. The 5W-30 is the preferred oil according to the manual because of its benefits on fuel economy as well as giving Your vehicle some help in starting...

How many o2 sensors does the 2001 Toyota RAV4 have?

Answer: The 2001 Toyota RAV4 haS4 oxygen sensors. The coolant needs to be changed every 60,000 miles or so. Your air filter needs to be changed every 15,000 to 30,000 miles or so. The spark plugs need to be replaced...
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Safety & Reliability

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Side

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety