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7 Quick Facts To Know About Toyota RAV4 SUV

Toyota RAV4 is the brand’s one of the most popular SUVs in the global market. We have reported earlier that the Japanese carmaker is considering importing the RAV4 SUV to India under the government’s new import norms. That said, the company might bring in 2,500 units annually without any local homologation process. Reports suggest that the RAV4 SUV will hit Indian shores by mid 2021 and is expected to be priced above Rs 60 lakh (ex-showroom).

Here’re 7 quick facts to know about Toyota’s new RAV4 SUV.

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1. The SUV, which is now in its fifth-generation, has been designed on the brand’s TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) platform that’s compatible to different vehicle sizes and drivetrain configurations. The same architecture underpins the Camry hybrid sedan. Read – Is Toyota Hilux Coming To India?

2. Compared to its predecessor, the new Toyota RAV4 carries angular and edgier design along with slightly low stance. While its wheelbase and width have been increased by 1.2-inch and a half-inch respectively, the front and rear overhangs have been trimmed down. The SUV’s overall length, width, height and wheelbase stand at 4600mm, 1855mm, 1685mm and 2690mm respectively.

Toyota Rav4 features

3. In India, it’s likely to be offered with a 218bhp, 2.5L, Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with a strong hybrid system. The latter one provides up to 80% of torque to the rear wheels when needed. The power is supplied to the front wheels when optimum mileage is preferred. Transmission duties are performed by an improved 8-speed eCVT (electronically controlled continuously variable transmission) unit. It offers 3 driving modes – Normal, Eco and Sport. Read – Toyota Urban Cruiser Compact SUV Coming Soon

4. The RAV4 SUV comes with Sport-tuned Independent MacPherson strut front suspension system that enhances its overall handing and drivability. The multi-link design helps keeping the wheel perpendicular to the road and maximize tyre’s contact patch.

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5. Design of the new Toyota RAV4 seems inspired by the Tacoma midsize pickup truck. It comes packed with several advanced technologies including Entune 3.0 multimedia system with a 7-inch touchscreen. It features Wi-Fi Connect powered by Verizon and compatible to Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa. Read – Toyota Corolla Cross SUV Might Come To India

6. Other key features include a new JBL audio system with 11 speakers, 5 USB ports between the front and rear rows, electronic parking brake, 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat with memory and 2-way lumbar support, a digital display rearview mirror, a panoramic monoroof, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, hands free power liftgate and many more.

Toyota Rav4 interior

7. The new Toyota RAV4 SUV comes with the next-generation of Toyota Safety Sense suite that includes automatic high beams, lane departure alert with steering assist, pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, road sign assist and trailer sway control.

7 Quick Facts To Know About Toyota RAV4 SUV
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