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    2008 Toyota RAV4

    The 2008 Toyota RAV4 is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $45,990.

    There is 1 variant of the RAV4 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2008.

    The 2008 RAV4 was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    The Toyota RAV4 is only available with a diesel engine that produces 100kW and 310Nm of torque. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $45,990 - $46,990
    Transmission
    6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    Retail Price
    $45,990 - $46,990
    Transmission
    6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

    Expert Rating

    Good

    1 Reviews

    2008 Toyota RAV4

    Available Variants

    The Toyota RAV4 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.

    2008 Toyota RAV4

    Reviews

    CarExpert Rating
    Good
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    Pros

    • Sublime fuel economy
    • Practical cabin
    • Glimmering resale and reputation

    Cons

    • A new RAV4 just around the corner
    • Unremarkable drive
    • Portions of the interior starting to feel old
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    How does the 2008 Toyota RAV4 compare?

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    Power to Weight
    63.09 kW/t
    57.95 kW/t
    114.58 kW/t
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.6 L/100km
    6.6 L/100km
    11.4 L/100km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    5 - 7 years
    2 years
    4 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,190 kg
    1,860 kg
    2,760 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,000 kg
    1,350 kg
    3,360 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    180 mm
    180 mm
    234 mm
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    GX

    2025

    $48,790

    GX

    2024

    $48,790

    GXL

    2025

    $51,990

    GXL

    2024

    $51,990

    XSE

    2025

    $55,990

    Limited

    2025

    $59,990

    Adventure

    2025

    $59,990

    Limited

    2024

    $59,990

    Adventure

    2024

    $59,990

    Year
    2025
    2024
    Engine Type
    2.5L HEV
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    163 kW

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    2008 Toyota RAV4

    Dimensions

    4,395 mm
    1,815 mm
    1,685 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,395 mm
    Overall Width1,815 mm
    Overall Height1,685 mm
    Wheelbase2,560 mm
    Turning Circle10,200 mm
    Load Capacity605 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2008 Toyota RAV4

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Toyota RAV4 is the base variant that starts from $45,990.

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    The most expensive Toyota RAV4 is the base variant that starts from $46,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Toyota RAV4 is offered by the base variant which can tow 2000 kg.

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    The largest Toyota RAV4 is the base variant which measures 1815mm wide, 4395mm in length and sits 1685mm tall.

    The most powerful Toyota RAV4 is the base variant which has 100kW of power and 310nm of torque.

    The Toyota RAV4 is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Toyota RAV4 is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2190 kg.

    The Toyota RAV4 uses Diesel fuel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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