Overview
The Toyota RAV4 is a compact SUV produced by Japanese automaker Toyota. It was first introduced in 1994 and has since become one of the most popular and reliable vehicles in its class.
Design and Features
The RAV4 is known for its rugged yet refined exterior design, with a bold front grille, sweeping lines, and available features like LED headlights, fog lights, and a panoramic moonroof. The interior boasts premium materials, including SofTex synthetic leather-trimmed seats, Entune audio systems with 7-inch touchscreen displays, and a range of convenience features such as heated steering wheel, power liftgate, and Blind Spot Monitor.
Engine and Performance
The RAV4 is available in several trim levels, each powered by different engine options. The standard trim comes with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine producing 203 horsepower and paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission. An available XSE and Limited trim feature a more powerful 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid powertrain, which combines the engine with an electric motor for improved fuel efficiency and a total system output of 219 horsepower.
Safety Features
The Toyota RAV4 is equipped with numerous safety features as standard or optional, including:
- Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) suite
- Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane departure warning and assist
- Automatic high beams
- Blind spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert
- Rearview camera
Dimensions and Capacity
The RAV4 is available in both gasoline-only and hybrid models, but all trim levels share similar dimensions:
- Length: 180.9 inches (4,600 mm)
- Width: 73.2 inches (1,860 mm)
- Height: 64.8 inches (1,650 mm)
- Wheelbase: 105.9 inches (2,690 mm)
Interior space is generous, with room for up to five passengers and a maximum cargo capacity of 37.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats.
Fuel Economy
The RAV4's fuel economy varies by trim level:
- Front-wheel drive models:
- Gasoline: 26 mpg combined (22 city, 29 highway)
- Hybrid: 41 mpg combined (38 city, 43 highway)
- All-wheel drive models:
- Gasoline: 25 mpg combined (20 city, 27 highway)
- Hybrid: 40 mpg combined (37 city, 41 highway)
Pricing and Trim Levels
The Toyota RAV4 is offered in several trim levels:
- LE: Starting at around $26,000
- XLE: Starting at around $28,000
- Adventure: Starting at around $32,000
- XSE: Starting at around $34,000
- Limited: Starting at around $36,000
Colors and Options
The RAV4 is available in a range of exterior colors, including:
- Blizzard Pearl (white)
- Barcelona Red Metallic (red)
- Classic Silver Metallic (silver)
- Midnight Black Metallic (black)
Interior color options include:
- Light Gray (gray)
- Dark Brown (brown)
- Black (black)
