Toyota Rav4 2013

The fourth-generation Toyota RAV4 has actually released in Australia with a starting price of $28,490, a $500 decrease over the outward bound design - Toyota Rav4 2013.

The brand new Toyota RAV4 sports an even more contemporary look compared to its precursor as well as is recognisable as part of the new Toyota family of cars, sharing a close similarity with the recently released Corolla.

Toyota Rav4 2013

The most recognizable distinction is the area 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, 3 more than previously, many thanks greatly to the inclusion-- for the very 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 designs are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that generates 107kW of power as well as 187Nm of torque, while drinking 7.7 litres of basic unleaded each 100km when paired to a six-speed handbook. No other engine is offered in the front-wheel-drive configuration. Stepping up to a constantly variable transmission (CVT automatic) adds $2500, which uses an additional 0.2 L/100km.

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

Both are available with either a six-speed handbook or a conventional six-speed automated (not CVT). Regardless of being AWD as well as the heaviest of the whole lot-- the diesel variants-- are one of the most gas efficient, with manual designs using just 5.6 L/100km and also the automated not too far behind at 6.5 L/100km. The AWD petroleum is the least reliable in the range, shedding 8.6 L/100km for the handbook and 0.1 L/100km a lot more for the auto.

Toyota has actually included a Sporting activity setting (on all versions except the hands-on 2WD variations) which the company asserts aids boost handling as well as provde an extra interesting drive. When in Sporting activity mode the RAV4's guiding system lowers power-steering support to give more steering feeling, while likewise developing throttle action, and adjusts the control reasoning for the automated as well as CVT transmissions to allow for more responsive gearshifts.

The AWD system has additionally been updated, currently making use of a Dynamic Torque Control system that changes torque circulation between the front and back wheels, using an electromagnetic combining in the rear differential real estate.

Although no safety results have actually been launched yet, it's almost guaranteed the Toyota RAV4 will achieve the maximum first-class safety rating, thanks to its top quality building and construction as well as seven air bags, security and traction control and also anti-skid stopping systems.

Conventional features throughout the range consist of a tilt- as well as telescopic-adjustable steering column, cruise ship control, projector-style headlamps, Bluetooth-enabled CD player, six audio speakers, 60:40 split-fold rear seats, back spoiler as well as roofing rails. In spite of the safety and security benefits, the base model GX variations lose out on a turning around video camera as basic equipment.

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

The top-of-the-range Cruiser variations include satellite navigation, blind-spot monitor (spots automobiles in the motorist's blind spot and reveals a warning on the side mirror), power-operated luggage door, HID headlamps, powered driver's seat and also a sunroof.

Luggage area steps 577 litres with a short-term spare wheel on board or 506 litres with an optional full-size extra ($300). All designs are covered by Toyota's capped-price servicing program, which suggests you'll pay no more than $170 per service for the initial 6 services (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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