Consumer Reports recently posted this video that is the first behind-the-wheel video of the all-new RAV4. Auto Spies sums up the video with a couple of important excerpts:

“driving the RAV4 feels rather familiar. With firmer suspension, it feels more tied down yet still compliant. Cornering is relatively nimble with quick turn-in response and an even-keel attitude. The unobtrusive six-speed tanny contributes to swifter response…”

As well as, “How do you update the model that started the whole small car-based SUV craze? If you’re Toyota and you’re updating the RAV4, you keep the successful basic recipe but tweak the ingredients…”

Check out the video below, but more importantly, be sure to take a look at our 2012 RAV4 inventory here!

All information and video via Auto Spies