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What do you think of the Toyota RAV4 Valvematic auto?

What is your impression of Toyota RAV4 2.0 petrol Valvematic automatic, please?

Asked on 8 April 2012 by JA, via email

Answered by Honest John
Fitted with Toyota’s Multidrive S CVT transmission, the 2.0-litre petrol RAV4 actually emits less CO2 and offers better economy than the diesel automatic as well as being much nicer to drive. It just can’t be used to tow a big caravan.

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