What is the fuel consumption of Toyota Rav 4 per 100 km: in the mixed, urban (in the city) and suburban (on the highway) cycle

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The new fifth generation Toyota RAV4 with the index XA50 was released in 2018 at the New York Auto Show. Afterwards the model went on sale. The model has already reached the Russian market and local production has been organized. In comparison with the previous generation, the car has changed dramatically, becoming not only better, but also changing in image.

Design

The appearance of the crossover has become much more aggressive, this was done either because of fashion trends, or to get rid of the stigma of a women's car that has haunted the model since the third generation. The car will initially attract attention with its aggression and stand out from its competitors.

At the front, the appearance is created by narrow LED head optics with outlining DRL lines. The inner corners of the headlights flow into the thin lines of what appears to be a radiator grille, connected by the company logo. The main grille is positioned lower with 4 horizontal bars in the style of the new GLE. The bumper protrudes from the optics; at its edges there are vertical inserts with PTF. Below is a huge plastic trim, emphasizing the design of the RAV4 2020-2021 and hinting at off-road capabilities.

The style of the front end in the radiator grille and the form of installation of fog lights vary depending on the configuration. The same applies to other parties. The profile looks incredibly cool due to the lines going from the bumper to the A-pillars, the lower lines emphasizing the shape of the sills. The wheel arches are framed in plastic with rough transitions. Moving higher, the already boring feature of the black spoiler support, from which the strip goes to the pillars, looks nice. On other trims, the entire top and A-pillar are made of black plastic.

Roof rails can be decorative, or you can install large real racks under an additional trunk. By the way, the rear-view mirrors are mounted on a foot; their shape is pleasant upon closer inspection.

The rear of the Toyota RAV4 XA50 crossover resembles a Jeep; this is done by narrow headlights connected to a thick chrome insert. The huge trunk lid at the top is equipped with a spoiler, which stands on black linings. The spoiler is traditionally equipped with a brake light. The large bumper at the bottom received a huge plastic trim with reflectors and two exhaust pipes under it.

The car looks beautiful, reminiscent of its dear brother Lexus. The dimensions have increased significantly:

• length – 4600 mm;
• width – 1855 mm;
• height – 1685 mm;
• wheelbase – 2690 mm;
• ground clearance - 195 mm.

Body colors:

• grey;
• lunar;
• pearl;
• blue;
• white;
• black;
• ruby;
• blue;
• silver.

The remaining colors are combinations with black painted wheels.

New salon

Inside, a lot has changed for the better, except for the steering wheel. The 3-spoke steering wheel is the first thing the driver sees, but it has practically not been changed. This is the same steering wheel with many buttons, but comfortable.

The interior is upholstered in leather, the color of which is chosen by the buyer; in minimal configurations, the upholstery is fabric. The manufacturer has improved sound insulation and the quality of plastic; there are no squeaks now. Inside the new Toyota RAV4 2020-2021 there are 5 seats, front seats with light lateral support, attached high headrest and heating as standard. There is a simple sofa in the back.

Let's return to the driver's seat. Depending on the configuration, the style of the dashboard changes. The regular version has a classic analog instrument panel with a large display in the middle. The outermost sensors will remain at the top, and an informative large display will appear in the middle, simulating a speedometer.

The center console now features a 7-inch base and 8-inch Entune 3.0 touchscreen multimedia display that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Multimedia is coupled with a JBL audio system with 11 speakers and a power of 800 watts. Below is a separate climate control adjustment unit with a monitor and two huge adjustment dials. Next is the button to turn off the Toyota RAV4 stabilization system and the touch buttons for heated seats.

The tunnel in the depths has a cigarette lighter, USB and AUX ports. Next you can see a stylish, massive gear lever, next to which there are buttons for selecting driving modes:

• Eco;
• Normal;
• Sport;
• Snow;
• Mud&Sand;
• Rock % Dirt.

Next are niches for small items and an armrest. The trunk is large - 580 liters, and for practicality the rear bench folds in a 60:40 ratio, increasing the compartment to 1189 liters. There is a system for opening with a wave of the foot.

A device that will help avoid collisions between the bumper and the curb

Parking sensors or sensors that detect the approach of obstacles to places that the driver cannot see will save the car owner from the cost of bumper repairs. Installation should be carried out by experienced mechanics in order to accurately guess the place where to install them.

And an additional plastic skirt on the front of the vehicle will also save the unlucky car owner from damage to the bumper.

Engines and gearboxes

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The crossover consists of new petrol engines of the Dynamic Force family, and a hybrid is also offered. These are weak naturally aspirated engines, the power of which is sufficient for city driving.

1. The base 2-liter engine produces 175 horsepower at 6600 rpm with 208 H*m of torque available from 4300 rpm. Its dynamics and fuel consumption depend on the gearbox; see the table for detailed characteristics.
2. A 2.5-liter engine with a power of 205 horses at 6600 rpm, and a torque of 250 units, available at 5000 rpm. Its minimum urban consumption is at least 9 liters.
3. 2.5-liter engine with an electric motor (not sold in Russia) - 218-horsepower or 222-horsepower unit with 221 H*m of torque. The trick of the hybrid is excellent fuel economy - 4.4 liters of fuel consumption according to the passport in the city.

There are three gearboxes, which gives the buyer a good choice. The base is equipped with a classic 6-speed manual transmission; there is also a CVT variator and a new 8-speed automatic transmission in the lineup. The CVT scares many people with frequent overheating, especially off-road, so take this into account when purchasing.

Toyota Rav 4 fuel consumption table by mileage

The table contains the distances most often of interest and the corresponding fuel consumption indicators by kilometer for the Toyota RAV4. The data in the table is averaged and does not take into account the modification and equipment of a particular car, but uses the average data for the model.

Chassis Toyota RAV4 2020-2021

Simple configurations are front-wheel drive, but optionally the gearbox transmits torque to the rear axle through the Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD all-wheel drive system. The system has traction vectoring control and rear axle disengagement on the highway. A conventional all-wheel drive system is different in that it throws 50% of the power back at once when needed.

For off-road use, you can select one of the modes on the buttons in the cabin so that the equipment can adjust the components for better overcoming.

The crossover was built on the TNGA K platform - a modular platform on which the Toyota C-HR and other company cars are built. The suspension is completely independent with MacPherson struts at the front and multi-link at the rear. The platform made it possible to lower the center of gravity, improve weight distribution, increase body rigidity by 57% and give the car better off-road geometry.

The brake system is disc, ventilated only at the front with many electronic assistants for better braking.

Price and configuration of RAV4 XA50

The car is offered to Russian buyers in 4 trim levels. The basic price tag is more expensive than the previous generation - 1,756,000 rubles for the “Standard” package, equipped with:

• air conditioning;
• heated front seats;
• seven airbags;
• ESP;
• anti-fog optics;
• full electrical package;
• fabric interior;
• tire pressure sensors;
• hill start assistance system;
• heated steering wheel.

The top-end “Prestige Safety” package is sold for 2,661,000 rubles, and is replenished with:

• separate climate;
• adaptive cruise control;
• sensors for blind spots, signs and markings;
• electric trunk lid;
• LED head optics;
• keyless entry;
• navigation;
• leather trim;
• all-round view;
• electrically adjustable seats with memory.

It is difficult to name the maximum price, because there are surcharges for the engine, other wheels, off-road design and other colors.

As a result, the new Toyota RAV4 2020-2021 is two heads taller than its predecessor, while maintaining the approximate price tag. With such data, the first time before competitors release updates, it will definitely be the market leader, and Toyota’s reputation as a reliable brand will also play a plus.

How is vehicle fit measured and how to do this procedure

Ground clearance is measured from the lowest part of the vehicle to the ground. It is always measured in millimeters. To correctly determine the fit of the car you need to:

1. Inflate the tires with air to the optimal pressure, which should be in them according to the instructions in the machine’s operating book.
2. The vehicle should not be subject to any load other than the weight of the vehicle itself.
3. After the car owner is convinced that all of the above has been done correctly, you need to measure the distance from the low point of the car to a flat surface using a regular tape measure.

And the very first of the suffering components on a Toyota Rav 4 2021 car with low ground clearance is the bumper. It always rests against high curbs and can be broken if the driver is not careful. The bumper touches the ground or snow when diving into a car hole and driving through snowdrifts.

Some roads in urban settlements are also an obstacle course of holes and ruts. Therefore, the low ground clearance on the Toyota Rav 4 does not work in favor of the car.

According to SUV standards, the vehicle's landing position should start from 200 mm. Toyota Rav 4 is announced as a family SUV.