Looking for a second opinion? Read heycar's Toyota RAV4 review It has its niggles - that infotainment system and a limited engine line-up - but Toyota's five-year warranty and well-deserved reputation for reliability makes it a difficult option to ignore. If you're looking for a robust family SUV with lots of room, the Toyota RAV4 is a strong choice. There isn't a seven-seat option, unfortunately, but the boot is huge and easy to access. There's loads of space - more so than in a Skoda Karoq or Nissan Qashqai - with room for five adults without too much discomfort. All models get an eight-inch touchscreen media display perched on top of the dash, although this isn't as slick as some used in rivals and, frustratingly, doesn't offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. It feels well-made and borderline premium, with lots of plush materials. While interiors have never been Toyota's strong point, the new RAV4's is hugely better than its predecessor. And they're not available with hybrid engines, either. But, spec-for-spec, it's not that much more expensive. One thing that will put some buyers off is the near-£30,000 starting price - that's significantly more than the likes of the Ford Kuga, Volkswagen Tiguan, Skoda Karoq (and even the bigger Kodiaq). In fact, it's one of our favourite hybrid SUVs. It's quiet and refined, with even the CVT automatic transmission not kicking up too much of a fuss under acceleration. The advantages of the hybrid powertrain are obvious as soon as you drive the RAV4. In the UK, the sole engine offering is a 2.5-litre petrol combined with an electric motor along with an automatic gearbox. The majority of buyers will opt for two-wheel-drive models, although there's also a four-wheel-drive version available if 4x4 capability is high on your wish list. Arguably the original crossover SUV, the Toyota RAV4 is now in its fifth generation and better than ever thanks to its solid build quality and sophisticated petrol-electric hybrid powertrain.
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