2013 toyota Rav 4

The fourth-generation Toyota RAV4 has introduced in Australia with a starting price of $28,490, a $500 decrease over the outward bound design - 2013 toyota rav 4.

The all-new Toyota RAV4 sports a much more modern-day appearance compared to its precursor and also is recognisable as part of the new Toyota household of vehicles, sharing a close resemblance with the just recently launched Corolla.


2013 toyota rav 4


One of the most visible distinction is the place of the spare wheel, which has been moved from the back entrance to under the freight floor.

There are 16 versions in the 2013 Toyota RAV4 line-up, three more than previously, many thanks mainly to the addition-- for the very first time ever-- of a turbo-diesel engine, which will unquestionably aid Toyota's 2nd very successful SUV counter solid opposition.

The front-wheel-drive designs are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 107kW of power as well as 187Nm of torque, while drinking 7.7 litres of standard unleaded each 100km when combined to a six-speed manual. No other engine is supplied in the front-wheel-drive setup. Stepping up to a constantly variable transmission (CVT automated) includes $2500, which utilizes an added 0.2 L/100km.

Moving up to the AWD RAV4 array, the Toyota SUV is offered with either a 2.5-litre four-cylinder fuel engine or a 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel. The bigger petroleum uses 132kW of power as well as 233Nm of torque while the diesel uses 110kW of power and also 340Nm of torque. The V6 design has been gone down and no hybrids are offered.

Both are offered with either a six-speed manual or a traditional six-speed automatic (not CVT). Despite being AWD and also the heaviest of the great deal-- the diesel variations-- are the most gas reliable, with hands-on designs making use of simply 5.6 L/100km as well as the automatic not also far behind at 6.5 L/100km. The AWD gasoline is the least reliable in the range, melting 8.6 L/100km for the handbook as well as 0.1 L/100km a lot more for the auto.

Toyota has actually consisted of a Sporting activity setting (on all versions except the hands-on 2WD versions) which the business asserts assists improve taking care of and also provde an extra appealing drive. When in Sport setting the RAV4's steering system decreases power-steering assistance to offer extra guiding feel, while additionally honing throttle action, and adapts the control logic for the automated as well as CVT gearboxes to allow for more responsive gearshifts.

The AWD system has likewise been updated, currently making use of a Dynamic Torque Control system that alters torque distribution in between the front as well as rear wheels, using an electro-magnetic combining in the rear differential housing.

Although no safety results have been released yet, it's nearly assured the Toyota RAV4 will achieve the optimum first-class safety and security score, thanks to its high-grade building and construction along with seven air bags, security as well as grip control as well as anti-skid braking systems.

Common functions throughout the range consist of a tilt- and also telescopic-adjustable steering column, cruise ship control, projector-style headlamps, Bluetooth-enabled CD player, six audio speakers, 60:40 split-fold back seats, rear looter and also roof covering rails. In spite of the safety and security advantages, the base design GX versions lose out on a turning around camera as typical tools.

The mid-spec Toyota RAV4 GXL gains over the GX 17-inch alloy wheels, turning around electronic camera, updated stereo and seats, dual-zone climate control, rain-sensing wipers, power-retractable exterior mirrors, keyless clever access as well as push-button ignition.

The top-of-the-range Cruiser versions add satellite navigating, blind-spot screen (identifies cars in the chauffeur's blind spot and also shows a caution on the side mirror), power-operated baggage door, HID headlamps, powered vehicle driver's seat as well as a sunroof.

Baggage area actions 577 litres with a short-lived spare wheel on board or 506 litres with an optional full-size spare ($300). All models are covered by Toyota's capped-price servicing program, which suggests you'll pay no more than $170 each solution for the very first 6 solutions (10,000 kilometres or six-month intervals).

2013 Toyota RAV4 manufacturer’s list prices:

2WD petrol – GX manual $28,490 – GXL manual $32,490
AWD petrol – GX manual $31,990 – GXL manual $35,490 – Cruiser manual $42,990
AWD diesel – GX manual $35,490 – GXL manual $38,990 – Cruiser manual $46,490