Aug 16, 2014

SUVs are ideal for the seasons in our area.  SUVs are great for family trips, weekend off-road adventures and winter driving.  Finding a safe SUV that is safe and reliable does not have to be an expensive feat.  Bethlehem area Toyota has a collection of pre-owned SUVs that cost less than $20K.

 

2002 Toyota 4Runner Limited

The 2002 Toyota 4Runner Limited has less than 80,000 miles on it, and it is priced below $12K.  The rear-wheel drive SUV has a 3.4-liter V6 engine that produces 183 hp at 4800 RPM and 217 ft.-lbs. of torque at 3600 RPM.  The EPA-estimated fuel economy rating for the 5-passenger SUV is 15 city and 18 highway.  Edmunds.com said the 2002 Toyota 4Runner has “great crash-test scores” and “roomy interior.”

 

2004 Toyota Highlander Limited

The all-wheel-drive 2004 Toyota Highlander Limited has a 3.3-liter V6 engine that produces 230 hp at 5800 RPM.  The internet price for the 7-passenger SUV is just shy of $15K, and it comes with a free CARFAX report.  The EPA-estimated fuel economy rating is 18 in the city and 24 highway.  Upgrades include leather seats and interior, running boards and an 8-speaker JBL audio system.

 

2006 Toyota RAV4 Limited

The CARFAX 1-owner 2006 Toyota RAV4 Limited has a four-wheel-drive drivetrain and a 3.5-liter V6.  For less than $16K, you can drive home an SUV that produces 269 hp at 6200 RPM with 246 ft.-lbs. of torque at 4700 RPM.  The EPA-estimated fuel economy rating is 19 city and 26 highway.  The 5-passenger SUV has a 9-speaker audio system, power moonroof and rear bumper applique.