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Recycled RAV

What advise would you give to my parents who are replacing their 02 RAV-4? Following an accident their RAV-4 is unfortunately a write off. Mum loved the car, the higher ride, comfort, everything. Only slight negative being the rear tailgate but that just required leaving space when parking if shopping. I wondered what model RAV-4 you would recommend and what other options you think would be worth considering?

Asked on 14 November 2009 by

Answered by Honest John

Current model Suzuki Grand Vitaras are similar if slightly cruder. Current RAV-4s are bigger. As are current CR-Vs, though these now have hatchacks rather than side hinged rear doors. The new smaller 4WD from Toyota is the Urban Cruiser 1.4D-4D, the only 4WD under 130g/km CO2.

Tags: buying new cars 4x4s

Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:

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