Price: $24,405 to $30,328
The Rav4 "continues to set the pace among small SUVs," Consumer Reports said. It has a roomy interior and comfortable ride while still providing good, responsive handling. It's also among the most fuel-efficient in its class with Consumer Reports rating it at 22 to 23 mpg overall, depending on how it's equipped. The EPA rates it at 22 to 24 mpg.
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