The 2012 RAV4 has standard front-wheel drive, antilock brakes with brake assist, an electronic stability system with traction control, active front head restraints and six airbags, including side curtains for the first and second row. The optional third row doesn't have side curtains.

With over eight inches of ground clearance, RAV4 lets you easily handle off-road trails and pathways. The ride height also gives you a more confident view of what's around you. Hybrid Woodland Edition shown in Midnight Black Metallic. Prototype shown with options.

The 2012 Toyota RAV4 ranks near the top of the compact SUV class, thanks to its pleasant ride and handling, roomy interior, solid reliability rating, and a refined powertrain.

Third (3rd) Generation 2009 – 2012 Toyota RAV4 [Third (3rd) Generation]

Later and current generations also started offering more and better safety and driving features, while power also received a considerable increase. Today, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 lineup has grown to include a 2.5-liter engine that's capable of generating 302 horsepower, in the case of top-tier models.

The Toyota RAV4 (Japanese: トヨタ・RAV4, Hepburn: Toyota Ravufō) is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota.

If you're buying a new 2022 Toyota RAV4, we think the best one of the bunch is the Hybrid XLE Premium, which comes standard with all-wheel drive (AWD). It costs just $1,150 more than an equivalent non-hybrid XLE Premium equipped with AWD, and it gets substantially better fuel economy.

On its launch, the Toyota RAV4 (a contraction of Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive) single-handedly created the compact sports utility vehicle segment, bridging what was at the time a gaping chasm between traditional off-road and regular passenger vehicles.

2012 Toyota RAV4

The RAV4's base engine is a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder rated at 179 hp, mated to an aging four-speed automatic transmission. Those looking for more power will want to opt for the 269 horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 and five-speed automatic combo that launches the RAV4 from 0-60 mph in just a tad over six seconds.

compact crossover SUV The Toyota RAV4 (Japanese: トヨタ・RAV4, Hepburn: Toyota Ravufō) is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota.

On its launch, the Toyota RAV4 (a contraction of Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive) single-handedly created the compact sports utility vehicle segment, bridging what was at the time a gaping chasm between traditional off-road and regular passenger vehicles.