Why the V6 Toyota RAV4 is never coming back

I'm looking at new small suvs right now to replace my 2007 RAV4 V6 AWD. I was disgusted to learn that the excellent V6 is no longer available in the RAV. What a stupid decision. Looks like I'll be buying an Acura RDX or an Infiniti QX50. So long Toyota.

Unfortunately, nowadays, under the influence of women, safety, electronic gizmos, and mileage are the priorities! Power and ease of long distance driving have become an afterthought when it comes to small SUV's. Too bad!

That really blows, I have a v6 Rav 4 FWD though...dont really need AWD in Florida. I get around town 24mpg and on the hwy a easy 27mpg. I even ran it at the drag strip once and ran in the heat a 14.7 at 94 that is pretty quick for a little SUV.

I have a 2010 RAV4 V6 Limited. It's had it's fair share of problems which are un-Toyota like (mainly with suspension shocks/bearings), but now they're resolved out I am enjoying this vehicle. The V6 is probably my favourite feature, it's powerful, smooth and makes me smile every time I put my foot down. The 2013+ are competent but frankly rather dull and cater more toward drivers who are more concerned about gas mileage (even though it doesn't care an enormous amount more) and practicality than driving pleasure, they feel cheaper somehow too and look in my opinion more like a soccer-mom car. This will be my first and last RAV4, good thing that they're designed to last a long time

I have two V6 Ravs and a 4 cyl. On I95 the 4 cyl is dangerous. It can't even keep up with traffic. I am due for two more in 2018. But if there is no v6 I will buy some other brand. This would be our first non Toyota new vehicles ever. This is very shortsighted on Toyotas part but if they don't want my business I am sure someone else wants it.

Have a 2008 Rav4 6 Cylinder, It is the best, engine, so quick.
Rented a 4 cylinder when travelling, it couldn't get out of its own way...pathetic.
Whoever drives a 4 clylinder must not use the highway.
Looking for a like car with a 6 cylinder engine.

A couple of years ago we bought a used 2010 RAV4 6 cyl to replace my wifes aged Lexus RX 300 that had almost 200,000 miles. What a pleasant surprise. What a fun car to drive. She loves it and wants to keep it for a long time. Why would Toyota kill such a wonderful car?

The 6 cyl is what sold me to buy mine. I test drove a 2007 4-cyl and said "NO" right away. The salesman asked if I wanted to test drive a 6 cyl and I was hesitant, but he talked me into it. Right when I hit the gas, I was sold! I would NEVER have bought a RAV4 if it only had a 4-cyl engine! NEVER! I'm a "car guy", so I love driving this thing! Yes, it's an SUV, but I've punked mustangs in this thing! Trust me, unless you're a soccer mom that is just worried about those extra 3 miles per gallon that you're gonna get in a 4-cyl and don't care about "power", then you're gonna want the 6-cyl.....GUARANTEED!!!

Bought my 2008 RAV 4 Sport Model V6 new and plan to keep it, indefinitely. It hauls kayaks, my 16 foot camper trailer and has never let me down. I never hesitate to go on a road trip and have travelled across Canada and US several times, and many other shorter trips. I won't be buying another new vehicle unless, there is another every bit as versatile and ready to go! I love my RAV 4 V6

Wanted a small SUV that was reliable, but had poweer. I looked at the CRV and the RAV4. The CRV is not available with a v6. So, I said no to Honda. Went with the RAV4 and have been happy. The four banger RAVs are known for being gutless wonders when you get a few people in there of even a bunch of stuff in the back. The 6 just keeps pulling. With only a advertised 1 mile per gallon difference who in the heck would get a 4 cylinder? I read review after review praising the six and disappointment after disappointment for the lack luster acceleration of the 4 banger by owners. Anyway I bought the 2011 rav4 with the v6 and have not been disappointed. .

I am a owner of a 2007 rav limited with the 3.5 v6.. with just shy of 78K miles on it...Man can this car accelarate... i wish it got better mpgs in town , but for a little roccket i cant complain.
I would never get one of these new 4 bangers....if anything id upgrade to a lexus suv with the v6

I own a 2007 RAV4 V6 with 260K...and it still kicks ass! Water pump at 90K and cylinder #5 Coil at 150K are the ONLY things to go old...and no, it doesn't leak or burn oil. I have towed past the 3500lb limit, carried stuff on top, slept in it, lived in AZ with the heat, lived in LA with the traffic and now in Tahoe with the snow and ice.....25MPG whether I like it or not! I did add KYB rear shocks when I started towing (believe or not the front struts are original still) . I am currently looking for a 2012 RAV4 V6 Sport with the lift hatch with no spare on back....kind of rare but I have seen one. The new ones drive nice but are totally gutless....stock stereo is weak sauce as well!
My '07 is absolutely the best car I've ever owned...PERIOD!

My wife bought a used 2012 RAV4 with a V-6 engine.
I had a chance to drive it on a trip to Las Vegas last month. I love that car. 100 mph - no problem. Gets about 25 mpg. It doesn't get any better than that. I neeeed one!

My wife bought a 2012 V-6 RAV4. I would rather drive it than my Lexus 4cyl hybrid. So, I scouted the entire state trying to find a low mileage V-6. I found a 2011 with only 22,000 miles and bought it the same day. I Love it and will keep it till the wheels fall off. Great power and good mpg 24 mpg.
Regards,
V-6 Lover

I own a 2008 Toyota Rav 4 with 6 cyl. engine. I was planning on buying a newer one and discovered they no longer make that engine. I can't tell you how disappointed I am about that. I love that car but it's getting a lot of miles on it and my son has all but taken it over. I have to go back to the drawing board because it makes me so mad I won't buy another Toyota at all because of it. I'll be doing research for something else that is not so sloth-like as the 4 cyl.

Very unhappy Toyota customer

I own a 2009 3.5 V6 RAV4 sport appearance package, l liked it in the beginning but now l am not to fond of the AWD... I love the acceleration of the V6 and the gas mileage, but it doesnt do to well in snow especially up here in North Dakota!! I have paid it off and put over 130,xxx miles on it.... I might just keep it and buy a Tacoma 4x4 double cab off road and have both of them with the 3.5L V6 engine!!!