Toyota Rav4 - a Japanese crossover, launched in 1994 and to this day is popular all over the world. From 1994 to 2013, he underwent three revisions and alterations. The first cars were produced in 2 versions: 3-door, five-seater mini-crossover and 2-door five-seater convertible. In 2005, they added a five-door five-seat modification of the body. At the beginning of 2013, a new, 4th version should go on sale. Some changes will affect the internal "filling", for example, the engine, and some external - the spare tire is planned to be "hidden" deep into the cabin.
Specifications of Toyota Rav4
Most often in Russia you can find Toyota Rav4 with a 2.4-liter engine with a 4-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. Such a car consumes about 12.6 liters of gasoline when driving along city streets and 7.9 liters per 100 km of track along the highway. The car accelerates to 100 km / h in 10.6 seconds, while its top speed is 180 km / h. The height of the car is 172 cm, the width is 185.5 cm, and its length is 462.5 cm. The model is equipped with a spacious trunk, the volume of which is 540 liters. The manufacturer's total weight of the machine is 2100 kg.
Toyota Rav4: reviews
In terms of the combination of pros and cons identified during operation, this car deserves a solid 4+ on a five-point scale. Practical, economical, reliable - the owner of Toyota Rav4 usually rewards his epithets with his car. Reviews indicate that even after several years of use, the owners of the machine may not face the need for repair. Excellent cross-country ability is another advantage that is noted by all without exception. The bumps, pits, ruts and snowdrifts on winter roads are not an obstacle for him. High clearance - 16 cm - allows you to park where convenient, and not where borders allow.
Excellent handling is another advantage of the Toyota Rav4. Reviews indicate that the car holds the road perfectly, even cornering it goes like a glove. Convenient control panel, comfortable ergonomic heated front seats with back support. A roomy trunk allows you to use the car as a family car for trips to the countryside. The control panel needs to be studied before the trip, because it is convenient, but a little non-standard. High landing and wide visibility allow the driver to be above the stream of cars, which gives many confidence. Cars start up in cold weather without any problems, which is important for Russia. In general, the owners note that the car is very easy to operate and thought out to the smallest detail.
Compared to the many pros, the cons of the car seem annoying trifles. The main complaints come from the lack of soundproofing of the Toyota Rav4. Owner reviews indicate that extraneous noise from the street enters the cabin, and also with an increase in speed, the engine becomes noticeable Some argue that compared to other Toyota cars, there is simply no noise isolation: at a speed of 80 km / h, you have to raise your voice to hear a neighbor in the cabin. The owners note a rather stiff suspension of the Toyota Rav 4 car . Reviews of some customers suggest that the bumps and defects of the road are very noticeable by the driver and passengers. In addition, although this car has excellent cross-country ability, it will be inferior to real SUVs. Despite the fact that Toyota Rav4 is economical enough for a car of such power and mass, gasoline consumption will be significantly higher compared to cars. Harsh plastic in the cabin - when driving, you can often hear crickets.
In general, if you close your eyes to poor noise isolation or bring it to mind with your own hands, the Toyota Rav4 will not be equal on Russian roads.