The RVR is a five-seat « mini-SUV ». Its 148 hp 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine is borrowed from the Lancer. The front-wheel-drive ES and SE versions receive a 5-speed manual transmission, while the SE offers an optional CVT. The all-wheel-drive SE 4WD and GT 4WD come with the CVT as standard, but the GT adds shifting paddles behind the steering wheel. Many accessories are available on the youthful RVR, including a panoramic glass roof.
Pros
- Complete factory standard equipment
- Good road holding
- Quality materials
- Reassuring warranty
- Good all-wheel drive
Cons
- Drivetrain not powerful enough
- Inadequate soundproofing
- Not more spacious than average
- Extremely understated dashboard
- Lacks charisma