With a relatively simple styling change, Toyota utterly altered the way we see the RAV4. Previous efforts had been starting to look a bit blobby, a touch amorphous, a little like an MPV. Toyota says that the RAV4 has been designed to bridge the gap between the hatch-like C-HR and the ‘true’ off-roader that is the Land Cruiser. Added to which it’s very spacious inside, has the expected Toyota levels of quality, and the radio knob has a cool rubberised feel to it. Best model: RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i Sport for €46,590Price range: €35,900 to €47,450.

Source: The Irish Times November 27, 2019 00:00 UTC