Toyota RAV-4 or Lexus RX450h?

I am approaching retirement and will be able to spend around £30,000 on a vehicle. I have owned several Toyotas including a 2007 2.2 diesel RAV-4.

I like the spec of the Lexus RX450h, auto, as well as its performance and economy, but would a new RAV-4, with five year warranty be the better option? My mileage would probably be around 12,000 per year.

Asked on 20 November 2013 by Warfstaff

Answered by Honest John
Go for the Toyota RAV-4 2.0i Valvematic Multidrive S AWD. Avoid the diesel.
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