Toyota Rav4 2013 for Sale

The fourth-generation Toyota RAV4 has released in Australia with a beginning rate of $28,490, a $500 decrease over the outgoing version - Toyota Rav4 2013 For Sale.

The all-new Toyota RAV4 sports a far more modern appearance than its precursor and also is recognisable as part of the brand-new Toyota family of autos, sharing a close similarity with the recently launched Corolla.

Toyota Rav4 2013 For Sale

One of the most obvious difference is the area of the extra wheel, which has been relocated from the back entrance to under the freight flooring.

There are 16 variants in the 2013 Toyota RAV4 line-up, 3 greater than previously, many thanks mostly to the addition-- for the first time ever before-- of a turbo-diesel engine, which will undoubtedly aid Toyota's 2nd best-selling SUV counter strong opposition.

The front-wheel-drive designs are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 107kW of power and 187Nm of torque, while drinking 7.7 litres of conventional unleaded each 100km when combined to a six-speed guidebook. Nothing else engine is used in the front-wheel-drive configuration. Stepping up to a constantly variable transmission (CVT automated) includes $2500, which uses an extra 0.2 L/100km.

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

Both are offered with either a six-speed manual or a conventional six-speed automatic (not CVT). Regardless of being AWD and the heaviest of the great deal-- the diesel versions-- are the most gas reliable, with hands-on designs utilizing simply 5.6 L/100km and also the automated not as well far behind at 6.5 L/100km. The AWD petroleum is the least efficient in the array, burning 8.6 L/100km for the guidebook as well as 0.1 L/100km more for the car.

Toyota has actually consisted of a Sport setting (on all designs other than the hand-operated 2WD versions) which the firm asserts assists enhance taking care of as well as provde an extra engaging drive. When in Sport mode the RAV4's steering system decreases power-steering support to offer much more steering feeling, while additionally developing throttle reaction, as well as adjusts the control logic for the automatic and CVT transmissions to permit even more receptive gearshifts.

The AWD system has additionally been updated, currently making use of a Dynamic Torque Control system that changes torque circulation in between the front and rear wheels, utilizing an electro-magnetic coupling in the rear differential housing.

Although no safety and security results have been launched yet, it's practically ensured the Toyota RAV4 will certainly achieve the optimum first-class safety rating, thanks to its top quality construction in addition to 7 airbags, stability and also traction control as well as anti-skid stopping systems.

Typical functions across the range consist of a tilt- as well as telescopic-adjustable steering column, cruise control, projector-style headlamps, Bluetooth-enabled CD player, six speakers, 60:40 split-fold rear seats, back spoiler as well as roofing rails. Despite the safety advantages, the base design GX versions miss out on a reversing cam as basic devices.

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

The top-of-the-range Cruiser versions add satellite navigating, blind-spot display (finds vehicles in the driver's dead spot and also reveals a caution on the side mirror), power-operated baggage door, HID headlamps, powered vehicle driver's seat and a sunroof.

Baggage room measures 577 litres with a short-term extra wheel on board or 506 litres with an optional full-size extra ($300). All models are covered by Toyota's capped-price maintenance program, which means you'll pay no greater than $170 per solution for the first six services (10,000 km or six-month periods).

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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