The 2008 Toyota RAV4 I4 2WD is a top pick for a compact sports utility vehicle, available for a price of MSRP $21,250. The RAV4 Base I4 2WD is worth consideration for those who really need a third-row seating. It is powered by a fuel-conscious 2.4-liter four-cylinder, rated at 166 horsepower, which is equipped with variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i) and paired to a gated-shift four-speed automatic transmission. The smooth four-cylinder engine delivers 166 horsepower with 165 lb-ft of peak torque at 4,000 rpm.

The Toyota RAV4 Base I4 2WD comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels, rear tinted windows, full power accessories, keyless entry, cruise control, a tilt-telescopic steering wheel, defroster-linked CFC-free air-conditioning with air filtration and a six-speaker stereo with CD/MP3 player and auxiliary audio jack. The significant optional features include 17-inch steel or alloy wheels and fabric-trimmed 50/50 Split

Standard safety features include Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Control with Traction Control, driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags, front and second row side-curtain airbags, Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), 3-point seatbelts in all seating positions, side-impact door beams and jam protection.

The Toyota RAV4 gets 36 months/36,000 miles basic warranty. Powertrain warranty is 60 months/60,000 miles; Rust-through warranty is 60 months/unlimited-miles; warranty on accessories purchased at the time of new vehicle purchase is 36 months /36,000 miles.