Even with front buckets slid far aft, a long-legged adult can point knees forward. Legroom also is excellent up front, and overall headroom superb. Flexibility for passenger and cargo hauling is offered with rear-seat sections that recline, slide fore and aft, fold, tumble or can be removed. Passengers sitting in the rear-center position have the added security of a shoulder belt that retracts from the ceiling. Front buckets feature well-bolstered backrests and cushions and incorporate a Whiplash Injury Lessening feature.
Interior design reflects a type of dressed-up utility.
There's a flavoring of durability with a twist of sophistication. The tester's cloth seats and matching door panels are exceptionally well-tailored. Leather-covered seats, steering wheel and shift knob come as part of an optional leather trim package. RAV4's dashboard is trimmed with metallic-look accents. The control panel plate, rings surrounding gauges, and air-control knobs contribute to a metallic theme.