Toyota Rav 4 2013

The fourth-generation Toyota RAV4 has launched in Australia with a starting rate of $28,490, a $500 reduction over the outgoing model - toyota rav 4 2013.

The all-new Toyota RAV4 sports an even more modern-day appearance than its predecessor and also is recognisable as part of the brand-new Toyota family of cars and trucks, sharing a close similarity with the recently launched Corolla.

toyota rav 4 2013

One of the most recognizable difference is the place of the spare wheel, which has been relocated from the back entrance to under the cargo floor.

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

The front-wheel-drive models are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 107kW of power as well as 187Nm of torque, while sipping 7.7 litres of common unleaded each 100km when coupled to a six-speed handbook. No other engine is offered in the front-wheel-drive setup. Stepping up to a continuously variable transmission (CVT automated) adds $2500, which utilizes an added 0.2 L/100km.

Going up to the AWD RAV4 variety, the Toyota SUV is used with either a 2.5-litre four-cylinder gas engine or a 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel. The bigger petrol supplies 132kW of power and also 233Nm of torque while the diesel supplies 110kW of power and 340Nm of torque. The V6 design has been dropped as well as no crossbreeds are readily available.

Both are offered with either a six-speed guidebook or a conventional six-speed automatic (not CVT). Regardless of being AWD as well as the heaviest of the lot-- the diesel versions-- are the most gas effective, with hand-operated versions making use of just 5.6 L/100km as well as the automatic not as well far behind at 6.5 L/100km. The AWD gas is the least reliable in the range, burning 8.6 L/100km for the manual and 0.1 L/100km more for the automobile.

Toyota has included a Sport mode (on all versions except the manual 2WD versions) which the business asserts aids enhance dealing with as well as provde a more interesting drive. When in Sport mode the RAV4's steering system decreases power-steering support to give much more steering feeling, while additionally honing throttle feedback, as well as adjusts the control logic for the automatic as well as CVT transmissions to allow for even more receptive gearshifts.

The AWD system has additionally been upgraded, now utilizing a Dynamic Torque Control system that changes torque circulation in between the front and also back wheels, utilizing an electro-magnetic combining in the rear differential real estate.

Although no security results have actually been launched yet, it's virtually guaranteed the Toyota RAV4 will certainly attain the maximum luxury security rating, thanks to its high-quality building and construction along with seven airbags, security and also traction control as well as anti-skid stopping systems.

Standard features across the variety include 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 spoiler as well as roof covering rails. In spite of the security advantages, the base model GX versions lose out on a turning around video camera as typical equipment.

The mid-spec Toyota RAV4 GXL gains over the GX 17-inch alloy wheels, reversing electronic camera, upgraded audio system and also seats, dual-zone environment control, rain-sensing wipers, power-retractable outside mirrors, keyless clever entrance and push-button ignition.

The top-of-the-range Cruiser versions add satellite navigating, blind-spot screen (spots cars in the driver's blind spot and shows a warning on the side mirror), power-operated travel luggage door, HID headlamps, powered motorist's seat and also a sunroof.

Baggage area steps 577 litres with a temporary extra wheel on board or 506 litres with an optional full-size extra ($300). All versions are covered by Toyota's capped-price servicing program, which means you'll pay no more than $170 per service for the 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

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