Toyota Rav4 2013

The fourth-generation Toyota RAV4 has launched in Australia with a beginning price of $28,490, a $500 decrease over the outbound design - Toyota Rav4 2013.

The all-new Toyota RAV4 sports an even more modern appearance compared to its predecessor and also is recognisable as part of the brand-new Toyota household of autos, sharing a close resemblance with the recently launched Corolla.

Toyota Rav4 2013

The most noticeable difference is the area of the spare wheel, which has actually been moved from the back door to under the freight floor.

There are 16 variants in the 2013 Toyota RAV4 line-up, three greater than in the past, thanks mainly to the incorporation-- for the very first time ever before-- of a turbo-diesel engine, which will undoubtedly help Toyota's second very popular SUV counter solid opposition.

The front-wheel-drive versions 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 typical unleaded per 100km when paired to a six-speed handbook. Nothing else engine is used in the front-wheel-drive arrangement. Stepping up to a continuously variable transmission (CVT automatic) includes $2500, which uses an extra 0.2 L/100km.

Going up to the AWD RAV4 array, 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 gasoline offers 132kW of power and also 233Nm of torque while the diesel offers 110kW of power and 340Nm of torque. The V6 version has actually been dropped as well as no crossbreeds are offered.

Both are available with either a six-speed guidebook or a traditional six-speed automatic (not CVT). In spite of being AWD and also the heaviest of the great deal-- the diesel variants-- are one of the most fuel efficient, with hands-on versions utilizing simply 5.6 L/100km and the automated not also far behind at 6.5 L/100km. The AWD fuel is the least efficient in the array, shedding 8.6 L/100km for the guidebook and also 0.1 L/100km much more for the automobile.

Toyota has consisted of a Sport mode (on all versions other than the hands-on 2WD variants) which the business claims assists boost handling as well as provde a more appealing drive. When in Sport setting the RAV4's steering system lowers power-steering aid to give a lot more guiding feeling, while additionally honing throttle action, and also adapts the control logic for the automatic and CVT transmissions to permit more responsive gearshifts.

The AWD system has actually likewise been updated, now using a Dynamic Torque Control system that alters torque circulation in between the front and back wheels, using an electro-magnetic coupling in the rear differential real estate.

Although no security outcomes have actually been launched yet, it's nearly ensured the Toyota RAV4 will attain the optimum first-class safety and security ranking, thanks to its top quality building along with seven airbags, security and also grip control and anti-skid braking systems.

Common functions across the variety include a tilt- and telescopic-adjustable steering column, cruise ship control, projector-style headlamps, Bluetooth-enabled CD player, six speakers, 60:40 split-fold rear seats, rear spoiler as well as roofing system rails. In spite of the security benefits, the base design GX variations miss out on a turning around video camera as common devices.

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

The top-of-the-range Cruiser versions add satellite navigation, blind-spot display (detects vehicles in the vehicle driver's blind spot as well as shows a caution on the side mirror), power-operated baggage door, HID headlamps, powered vehicle driver's seat as well as a sunroof.

Travel luggage space actions 577 litres with a momentary extra wheel aboard or 506 litres with an optional full-size extra ($300). All designs are covered by Toyota's capped-price servicing program, which indicates you'll pay no greater than $170 each solution for the initial 6 services (10,000 kilometres 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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