The TOYOTA RAV 4 (2000-06) 3DR STATION WAGON 2.0 VVTI NV 4X4 is a compact, three-door SUV: taller and more versatile than a family hatchback, but easier to manage than a large off-roader. It helped make compact SUVs popular in the UK, combining everyday comfort with four-wheel-drive confidence. mycarcheck.com has recorded 58 checks covering 40 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot of used examples. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,000, average recorded mileage of 100,000 miles and around 5,000 miles driven yearly. Owners have averaged about four previous keepers, so checking each car’s history and condition is especially worthwhile. Couples and active drivers may value this three-door RAV4 as a practical daily car for muddy lanes and winter journeys. Raised seating and four-wheel drive bring confidence; its compact feel contrasts with larger rivals such as the Honda CR-V. Less family-friendly than five-door SUVs, it has distinctive go-anywhere character.