Toyota RAV4 2013: the SUV for everyday trips

The premiere of the Toyota RAV4 2013 was held in 2012 in Los Angeles at the November motor show. The car, produced since 1994, has been completely updated exterior and interior. Let's consider innovations. The new RAV 4 2013 got a smoother front bumper in which the fog lights are mounted . The body of the new version of the car became more solid, solid and stylish, from the rear door, the developers removed the hinged spare tire. The place for it was found under the floor of the rearranged trunk, the volume of which increased to 547 liters (and if you add seats from the rear, the volume is 2079 liters). In addition, the Toyota RAV4 2013 boot lid was equipped with an electric drive with electronic memory for several modes in the open position.

By its dimensions, the fourth-generation model has become wider, longer, but slightly lower than the previous version. Now its length is 4569 mm, height - 1661 mm, width - 1844 mm. The increase touched the wheelbase - up to 2659 mm, the ground clearance of the car became 190 mm. Toyota RAV4 2013 became heavier by 35 kg, perhaps it was due to the use of special sturdy steels in the construction and strengthening of the body rigidity.

Depending on the modification of the Toyota RAV 4, the specifications do not change very much. Buyers are available two types of engines with gasoline capacity of 2 liters and 2.5 liters, with a capacity of 145 hp. And 180 hp. Respectively, as well as diesel power of 150 hp. And a volume of 2.2 liters. (With a turbo-supercharging). The transmission of the cars is equipped with six-speed automatic transmission and manual transmission or a variator. Acceleration to a hundred at the most simple version of the "Standard" with a variator - 11.3 s, with manual transmission - 10.2, modification from the top of the ruler of the model - "Prestige Plus" will reach this speed for 9.4 seconds. For automatic gearboxes ECO mode is provided, which allows saving fuel (due to lower acceleration dynamics). For fans of "fast" ride there is a sport mode. In the all-wheel drive versions of the Toyota RAV4 2013, transmission to the wheels of torque is performed using an automatically controlled electromagnetic clutch. The suspension of the car, as before, is designed with priority in the direction of a comfortable ride and a smooth ride, and not trips on rough roads, off-road and sports, aggressive maneuvers. Electronic steering guarantees a standard, adequate reaction to the driver's actions, but not more.

Significant changes occurred in the interior of the renovated parquet SUV. The fourth generation RAV4 now lacks a seven-seater version. This decision is objectively justified, as sitting on the third row of seats was inconvenient. There are other Toyota models that can satisfy the demand of people who are in need of seven-seat machines. For the interior trim, two types of skin are used: fabric (2 types) and synthetic skin substitute Softex. The front console was greatly changed, its upper part became almost flat, and the panel itself became asymmetrically oriented to the driver's seat. Characterize the new style of the interior of the car can be as a design, close to the sport style. In many ways, this is achieved through a combination of finishing materials and the use of a variety of color solutions.