RAV4 (1998–2000)
Key Features:
- Range revised and expanded to include new three-door soft-top version
- Restyled front end
- Improved equipment specifications
- Available in the UK from 1998 to 2000
Toyota marks the 20th anniversary of RAV4 with a look back at the success of the original compact, recreational SUV.
Auto Express has declared Toyota’s Auto Assured approved used car scheme as the best there is. The RAV4 was also awarded the title of best used 4X4 for the third consecutive year.
Toyota has released a new special edition version of its popular RAV4 (Recreational Activity Vehicle with 4-wheel drive). Known as the ‘Reebok’, it marks a link with the well-known sportswear manufacturer.
Derbyshire Police has boosted its fleet of Toyota RAV4 response vehicles used for rural duties in the Peak District – and on the strength of its positive experiences with Toyota, it is now evaluating Land Cruiser for motorway patrol work and Corolla as a general response vehicle.