2008 Toyota RAV4

The RAV4 maintains all interior and safety enhancements for 2008. All models now feature driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags and first- and second-row side-curtain airbags with roll-over sensor as standard equipment. RAV4 models carry a base MSRP that ranges from $21,100 for the base model 2WD four-cylinder to $26,670 for the 4WD Limited V6. Total RAV4 average MSRP increases $150 or 0.6 percent.

The third-generation RAV4 compact sport utility vehicle enters its third year with minor enhancements after its first launch over a decade ago. For added anti-theft security, the RAV4 Limited grade adds a standard immobilizer, which is optional on other models.

The RAV4 is among the most versatile compact crossover-type SUVs. 2008 RAV4 is offered in three distinct grades - Base, performance-oriented Sport and top-of-the-line Limited - and with a choice between four-cylinder and V6 engines and either front- or electronic on-demand four-wheel-drive.

The available 269-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine makes RAV4 one of the most powerful vehicle in its segment. Equipped exclusively with a gated-shift five-speed automatic transmission, the V6 RAV4 models offer fuel efficiency comparable with some less powerful four- and six-cylinder competitors.