The updated Japanese parkett acquired more stylish forms, became more aggressive and dynamic than its predecessor. The main novelty was the appearance of a hybrid version of the car, which began to go on sale in late 2016, and at the beginning of this year came out the gasoline and diesel versions of this fashionable SUV car.
Distinguishing features of the 2017 Toyota RAV4
The updated urban crossover Toyota RAV4 has taken on a more modern and sporty shape. Despite the fact that this is not a new generation, but only a restyling, the changes deeply affected the exterior of the 2017-2018 RAV4. If you do a review of photos of the pre-reform and restyled version of the crossover in the new body, you can highlight the following distinctive features of the new "RAV4":
narrower false radiator grille;
the original trapezoidal shape of the front optics, which is like a continuation of the grille and has a border of LED lights inside;
new, more relief, bumper of intricate design with a large air intake grille and deeply placed in the triangular windows fog lights;
a sloped roof, which received a more noticeable slope to the luggage compartment door, on which there was an antenna in the form of a shark's fin;
A redesigned rear bumper and graphics of the stop and parking lights.
Even more than exterior tuning, the interior of the updated car was affected. Its interior now has a much improved and more varied quality of finish and increased noise insulation. The interior of the 2018 RAV4 stands out:
Three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, covered with high-quality and tactile pleasant leather;
an enlarged dashboard with a 4.2'' color display of the onboard computer;
leather-covered and upgraded center console;
The newest Touch 2 multimedia system in the center console, equipped with modern navigation, with a 7 or 8-inch touch screen (depending on the configuration), which displays the image from today's super trendy surround-sensing system "Bird's Eye";
Comfortable, ergonomically shaped seats with wide adjustment possibilities, equipped with heating.
Technical characteristics of the crossover Toyota RAV4 2017
The line of power units restyled model of the Japanese parkette from the company "Toyota", "RAV4" in the new body consists of:
A two-liter gasoline engine, which replaces 146 horses in power;
a 2.5-liter engine, operating also on gasoline, and having 180 horsepower;
Diesel engine with a cylinder volume of 2.2 liters with 150 horsepower (cars with diesel do not come to the Russian market).
Among the main parameters and technical characteristics of the compact crossover "Toyota RAV4" 2017-2018 should be named:
maximum speed of 180 km/h;
Fuel consumption of 7.4-7.6 liters per hundred kilometers, when driving in mixed mode;
acceleration to the "hundred" in 9.4-11.1 seconds;
dimensions 4605x1845x1670 mm, respectively in length, width and height (height of the car including rails - 1715 mm)
wheelbase - 2660 mm;
ground clearance - the value that characterizes the clearance between the road surface and the bottom of the car 191 mm;
volume of the luggage compartment - 577 liters;
maximum passenger compartment capacity of 1935 liters;
curb weight 1540-1705 kg, depending on configuration.
Toyota RAV4 Adventure 2017 crossover packages
On the market, the compact crossover Toyota RAV4 2017 model year comes in 7 packages:
Standart;
Comfort;
Style;
Adventure;
Prestige;
Exclusive;
Prestige Safety.
The basic Standard configuration has three degrees of equipment, based on a 2-liter gasoline engine. Paired with it, you can choose from:
front-wheel drive with a 6-speed manual transmission;
front-wheel drive with a variator;
All-wheel drive with a continuously variable transmission.
In addition, such a package car Toyota RAV4 2017-2018 is equipped with the following standard equipment:
steel 17-inch wheels;
electric adjustable and heated side mirrors;
central locking, controlled at a distance by remote control;
anti-lock braking system (ABS) and brake force distribution system (EBD), as well as a brake assist system (BAS);
rear lights with LED filling;
head lights with halogen lamps and LED headlamps;
directional stability, anti-skid and hill-hold assist systems;
on-board computer with a 4.2-inch information display;
audio system with cassette and CD-player, equipped with a four-speaker speaker system;
cloth upholstery for the seats;
leather steering wheel and front panel;
heated front seats and windshield;
multifunctional steering wheel with electric power steering;
electric windows lifters for all windows;
mats in the trunk, a curtain and a grid, holding the cargo in case of partial filling of the trunk volume;
accessories to complement the interior of the cabin - seat covers, floor mats;
airbags and safety curtains.
Such a solid equipment base model crossover Toyota RAV4 in the senior versions is gradually improving. Already complete to the level of Comfort and Style, consistently appear on the car:
alloy wheels for the wheels;
LED headlights;
dual-zone climate system;
Toyota's proprietary Touch 2 audio system, equipped with a 7-inch touch screen and a rearview camera;
multimedia system with an 8-inch display;
navigation system.
Toyota RAV4 2017 test drive
Every motorist who sits behind the wheel of the updated crossover "Toyota RAV4" 2017 release, will certainly feel the spaciousness and comfort of the interior and appreciate the premium quality of its finishing. As for the driving qualities of the restyled parkette, it should be noted here:
excellent handling and maneuverability of the car;
Good quality suspension, allowing with great comfort ride on a smooth track and on a bumpy road, even lying policemen "RAV4" of the new sample is very easy, not creating discomfort to either the driver or passengers of the second row;
Excellent stability, the car holds the road well and adequately behaves on bends at high speed;
Significantly improved noise insulation, which will be particularly felt by the passengers in the second row.
Toyota RAV4 2017, reviews.
Quite recently, the updated urban SUV "Toyota RAV4" 2017 appeared on the market, which the adherents of this model have been waiting with great interest. To date, most of the reviews of the owners of this car are positive and praiseworthy. The happy owners of the Toyota RAV4 parkettes of the new model note:
original and stylish appearance;
spacious, cozy and comfortable interior with quality and expensive trim;
Good driving qualities of the updated car;
noticeably improved rear suspension;
good noise insulation.
It is clear that the disadvantages are not so many, and they are not significant. Basically, they note delayed variator which does not allow accelerating a car up to a "hundred" in passport time. But mainly, in the opinion of car owners of the updated model, the parket from Toyota company turned out an ideal city car, convenient for everyday use.
