Toyota Rav 4 2013

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

The all-new Toyota RAV4 sporting activities an even more modern appearance than its precursor as well as is recognisable as part of the brand-new Toyota family members of autos, sharing a close resemblance with the just recently released Corolla.

toyota rav 4 2013

One of the most noticeable distinction is the place of the spare wheel, which has actually been moved from the back door to under the cargo flooring.

There are 16 variants in the 2013 Toyota RAV4 line-up, three more than previously, many thanks mostly to the incorporation-- for the first time ever before-- of a turbo-diesel engine, which will unquestionably assist Toyota's 2nd very popular SUV counter strong opposition.

The front-wheel-drive versions are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that creates 107kW of power and also 187Nm of torque, while sipping 7.7 litres of conventional unleaded each 100km when combined to a six-speed manual. Nothing else engine is provided in the front-wheel-drive setup. Stepping up to a constantly variable transmission (CVT automated) includes $2500, which utilizes an additional 0.2 L/100km.

Going up to the AWD RAV4 range, 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 larger fuel supplies 132kW of power as well as 233Nm of torque while the diesel uses 110kW of power as well as 340Nm of torque. The V6 design has been dropped and no hybrids are readily available.

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 lot-- the diesel versions-- are one of the most fuel efficient, with hand-operated versions making use of just 5.6 L/100km and the automated not as well far behind at 6.5 L/100km. The AWD gasoline is the least effective in the variety, burning 8.6 L/100km for the manual and 0.1 L/100km much more for the vehicle.

Toyota has consisted of a Sporting activity mode (on all designs except the hand-operated 2WD variations) which the company declares assists enhance managing as well as provde a much more appealing drive. When in Sporting activity setting the RAV4's steering system decreases power-steering support to provide more steering feeling, while additionally honing throttle action, and also adapts the control logic for the automatic and also CVT transmissions to allow for more receptive gearshifts.

The AWD system has additionally been updated, now utilizing a Dynamic Torque Control system that modifies torque distribution between the front and also rear wheels, utilizing an electromagnetic combining in the rear differential housing.

Although no safety outcomes have been released yet, it's almost assured the Toyota RAV4 will achieve the maximum first-class safety and security ranking, thanks to its top quality building and construction along with 7 airbags, security as well as traction control and also anti-skid stopping systems.

Standard attributes throughout the variety include a tilt- and telescopic-adjustable steering column, cruise control, projector-style headlamps, Bluetooth-enabled CD player, 6 audio speakers, 60:40 split-fold back seats, rear spoiler and also roofing system rails. Despite the safety and security benefits, the base design GX variants lose out on a turning around camera as conventional equipment.

The mid-spec Toyota RAV4 GXL gains over the GX 17-inch alloy wheels, turning around video camera, upgraded audio system as well as seats, dual-zone environment control, rain-sensing wipers, power-retractable exterior mirrors, keyless smart entry as well as push-button ignition.

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

Travel luggage room procedures 577 litres with a temporary spare wheel aboard or 506 litres with an optional full-size extra ($300). All versions are covered by Toyota's capped-price maintenance program, which means you'll pay no greater than $170 each service for the first six 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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