Toyota RAV4 Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2008)

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2008 Toyota RAV4 Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body	4dr SUV

Wheelbase	104.7 in
Length	181.1 in
Width	71.5 in
Height	66.3 in
Curb Weight	3300 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	52.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	43.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	30.0 in
Total Legroom	110.1 in (over 3 rows)
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	73.0 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota RAV4

2008 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Seat fits. Bottom long enough to support legs. Molded to body style. Not flat and short. Noticeably better feel to seat than any other vehicle. see full Toyota RAV4 review

2008 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD	Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007	4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD	Has less legroom for second seat passengers compared to CR-V. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Not quite enough steering wheel room. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Needs a little more front seat travel see full Toyota RAV4 review

2008 Toyota RAV4 4-door SUV Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim	Base	Sport	Limited

Standard Engine	2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4000	2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4000	2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4000
Optional Engine(s)	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700
Standard Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
Optional Transmission(s)	5-speed automatic	5-speed automatic	5-speed automatic
Standard Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Optional Drivetrain(s)	AWD	AWD	AWD
Standard Tires	215/70R16 tires	235/55R18 tires	225/65R17 tires
Optional Tires	225/65R17 tires

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Toyota RAV4

2008 Toyota RAV4 Powertrain: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	V6 Rav4 is fun to drive. Around town its very responsive in comparison to most Cute-Utes and passing power is impressive at highway speeds. Drivetrain is smooth, without searching for gears on hills like my friends' Escape V6, Pathfinder and turbo'd RDX. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Its smooth, fast and powerful see full Toyota RAV4 review
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	V6 performance is better than any vehicle that I have owned. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	great get up and go see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	The V6 engine is very quick and fuel efficient see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	The V-6 engine is very powerful and yet gets good fuel economy. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Very high power-to-weight ratio, with outstanding fuel economy see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	269 horsepower V6 provides more than ample power for passing on 2-lane highways, or merging from on-ramps, even fully loaded. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	V6 rocks. AWD is nice to have in snow/wet. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	The power is actually a bit scary sometimes in terms of how quickly it comes on when passing someone but I never have an issue with not being able to pass someone or keep up with traffic when fully loaded see full Toyota RAV4 review

2008 Toyota RAV4 Powertrain: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV turbocharged 134hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD	Gearchange is nothcy see full Toyota RAV4 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2008 Toyota RAV4

2008 Toyota RAV4 Tires: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Stock OEM tires by any auto manufacturers are strictly sourced based on price(Bridgestones Duelers come on most Rav4s). Therefore they are not the best in low-traction situations, as well as not having tremendous durability or longevity. Luckily my Toyota-Certified(ie used) Rav4 came with newer Michelin All-Season tires. I've never felt this AWD vehicle was struggling for grip in low-traction conditions. see full Toyota RAV4 review

2008 Toyota RAV4 MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body	Trim	Base Price	Invoice	Destination
4dr SUV	Base	21,500	19,888	745
4dr SUV	Sport	23,075	21,342	745
4dr SUV	Limited	23,755	21,972	745

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