Toyota will partially improve the crossover SUV “RAV4” and release it in October 2023.
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About Toyota new RAV4 partial improvement
There is a high possibility that the 2023 Japanese model will adopt the “GR SPORT” grade. Toyota Europe added “GR SPORT” to the partially improved model of the new “RAV4” and announced it on October 7, 2022 (local time).Among the models released by Toyota in the past, the “GR SPORT” grade was announced first from overseas models, and there are some models that have been adopted in Japan after the release. “Hilux” announced “Hilux GR SPORT” at the Sao Paulo Motor Show 2018 on November 6, 2018. After that, in Japan, on October 8, 2021, “Hilux Z ‘GR SPORT'” was added with some improvements. is on sale.
Currently, “Yaris”, “Yaris Cross”, “Aqua”, “Corolla”, “C-HR”, and “Hilux” models are available in the “GR SPORT” grade. do not have.
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About the new Toyota RAV4 GR SPORT
The “RAV4 GR SPORT” adopts a hybrid model (in-line 4-cylinder 2.5L direct injection engine D-4S + motor (THS II)), and the exterior pursues a wide and low stance, giving it an intelligent, sporty and aggressive form. To. GR exclusive front bumper, GR exclusive radiator grill, GR exclusive upper grill/GR exclusive hood molding, GR exclusive LED illumination beam, GR exclusive rear bumper, GR exclusive back door garnish, GR exclusive rear combination lamp, exclusive emblem, GR exclusive 19 inch aluminum wheels & tires.
The interior color is black, leather-wrapped steering wheel (silver stitch, black paint), GR-only front sporty seat, center console box with armrest (silver stitch), GR-only leather-wrapped shift knob, GR-only power switch (red). / with GR logo), aluminum pedals (accelerator and brake), front door speaker rings (plated decoration), GR exclusive floor mats, etc.
Added braces from front and center to back.In order to further improve maneuverability due to the low center of gravity of the base vehicle, we implemented the most effective brace reinforcement. In particular, the floor center brace, which connects the floor frame and the rear suspension attachment, greatly improves rear tire responsiveness during steering, realizing pleasant handling.
Added 10 spot welds to the door opening and rocker flange.Special tuning that can only be done by the manufacturer that is the main body. Welding points were added to the door openings and rocker flanges during vehicle assembly to increase body rigidity from the inside. The body improves the sense of stability and security during high-speed driving and cornering, and maximizes the potential of the suspension and tires.
Strengthen the spring rate of the ill spring.By strengthening the front spring rate, it suppresses the movement of the car body and improves the steering response and stability. Furthermore, along with the reinforcement of the body and changes in the suspension, the absorbers are optimally set so as not to sacrifice ride comfort. By tuning the damping force and spring rate to support the sporty and light driving characteristics of the FF compact hybrid, excellent vehicle responsiveness and ride comfort are achieved.Such
Toyota new RAV4 GR SPORT specs
| spec | New RAV4 GR SPORT |
|---|---|
| full length | 4,600mm |
| Width | 1,855mm |
| Height | 1,690mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690mm |
| engine | Inline 4 cylinder 2.5L Direct injection engine D-4S +Motor (THSⅡ) |
| Maximum output | 131kW (178ps)/ 5,700rpm |
| Maximum torque | 221Nm (22.5kgm)/ 3,600-5,200rpm |
| front motor Maximum output |
88kw (120ps) |
| front motor Maximum torque |
202Nm (20.6kgm) |
| rear motor Maximum output |
40kW (54ps) |
| rear motor Maximum torque |
121Nm (12.3kgfm) |
| system output | E-Four: 163kW (222ps) 2WD: 160kW (218ps) |
| transmission | Electric continuously variable transmission |
| battery | Lithium Ion Battery |
| Drive system | 2WD/4WD (E-Four) |
| Boarding capacity | Five people |
| JC08 mode fuel consumption | 25.0km/L～ 25.2km/L |
| WLTC mode fuel consumption | 20.6km/L～ 21.4km/liter |
What I think about the new Toyota RAV4 GR SPORT
For Toyota, the “RAV4” is a compact SUV in the Japanese market and is a model with high sales power.This time it will be the lineup of “GR SPORT”,In addition to the major improvements in 2022 and the special edition “Adventure ‘OFFROAD package II'” lineup, the addition of a new option called “GR SPORT” will make it possible to obtain even more product appeal and selection. wonderful.
Special specification car “Adventure “OFFROAD package II””
Toyota will make some improvements to the “RAV4” and release it on October 4, 2022.New special edition car “Adventure “OFFROAD packageⅡ” ” lineup.The impact of the exterior is amazing with the use of gorigori black paint.
New special edition car “Adventure “OFFROAD packageⅡ” ” lineup. It will also be used in gasoline models and hybrid vehicles.Based on the “Adventure” grade, the front bumper, door mirrors, etc. have been painted with multiple layers of paint to create a “GORI GORI BLACK paint” with a texture that is uneven and has a low gloss, emphasizing the off-road image.The body color is a special two-tone two-color “Attitude Black Mica <218> x Urban Khaki <6X3>[2ZF]“”Attitude Black Mica <218> x Grayish Blue <8W2>[2VV]” set.
About the new RAV4 partial improvement
The “4.2 inch TFT color multi-information display + analog meter” used in the grade “X”Changed to “7.0 inch TFT color multi-information display + Optitron meter” like other grades.senior grade isA 7-inch to 12.3-inch TFT display (full liquid crystal digital meter) is adopted.Set “In-car Wi-Fi” as an option for display audio. “Nanoe X” as standard equipment. Added a new body color.Added advanced functions and improved functionsEquipped with the latest active safety package “Toyota Safety Sense”. Added digital inner mirror recording function (front and rear recording function) and changed the navigation system.
Used in the new Noah Voxy“Connected Navi”. Special specification car “Adventure “OFFROAD packageⅡ” ” lineup.
New RAV4 partially improved 2022 model price grade
Due to some improvements, the price will be changed from +164,000 yen to 247,000 yen. The reason is that there are many standardized options.
RAV4 hybrid model grade
| model | Drive system | Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID X | 2WD | 3,538,000 yen |
| E-Four (4WD) | 3,791,000 yen | |
| HYBRID Adventure |
E-Four (4WD) | 4,303,000 yen |
| HYBRID G | E-Four (4WD) | 4,304,000 yen |
| Adventure “OFFROAD packageⅡ” |
E-Four (4WD) | 4,503,000 yen |
RAX4 gasoline model grade
| model | Drive system | Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|
| X | 2WD | 2,938,000 yen |
| 4WD | 3,169,000 yen | |
| Adventure | 4WD | 3,684,000 yen |
| Adventure “OFFROAD packageⅡ” |
4WD | 3,884,000 yen |
| G. | 4WD | 3,666,000 yen |
| GZ package | 4WD | 3,884,000 yen |
RAV4 PHV grade
| model | Drive system | price |
|---|---|---|
| Z. | 4WD (E-Four) |
5,633,000 yen |
New RAV4 (Japanese model) 2022 model specs
| spec | New RAV4 Hybrid | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| full length | 4,600mm～4,610mm | 4,600mm～4,610mm |
| Width | 1,855mm～1,865mm | 1,855mm～1,865mm |
| Height | 1,690mm | 1,690mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690mm | 2,690mm |
| engine | Inline 4 cylinder 2.5L Direct injection engine D-4S +Motor (THSⅡ) |
Inline 4 cylinder 2.0L direct injection gasoline engine |
| Maximum output | 131kW (178ps)/ 5,700rpm |
126kW (171ps)/ 6,600 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 221Nm (22.5kgm)/ 3,600-5,200rpm |
207Nm (21.1kgf･m)/ 4,800 rpm |
| front motor Maximum output |
88kw (120ps) | – |
| front motor Maximum torque |
202Nm (20.6kgm) | – |
| rear motor Maximum output |
40kW (54ps) | – |
| rear motor Maximum torque |
121Nm (12.3kgfm) | – |
| system output | E-Four: 163kW (222ps) 2WD: 160kW (218ps) |
– |
| transmission | Electric continuously variable transmission | Direct Shift-CVT |
| battery | Lithium Ion Battery | – |
| Drive system | 2WD/4WD (E-Four) | 2WD (FF)/4WD |
| Boarding capacity | Five people | Five people |
| JC08 mode fuel consumption | 25.0km/L～ 25.2km/L |
– |
| WLTC mode fuel consumption | 20.6km/L～ 21.4km/liter |
15.2km/L～ 15.8km/L |
| spec | RAV4 PHV |
|---|---|
| full length | 4,600mm～4,610mm |
| Width | 1,855mm～1,865mm |
| Height | 1,690mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690mm |
| engine | Inline 4 cylinder 2.5L Direct injection engine D-4S +Motor (THSⅡ) |
| Maximum output | 130kW (177ps)/ 6,000rpm |
| Maximum torque | 219Nm/3,600rpm |
| front motor Maximum output |
134kW (182ps) |
| front motor Maximum torque |
270 Nm |
| rear motor Maximum output |
40kW (54ps) |
| rear motor Maximum torque |
121Nm (12.3kgfm) |
| system output | E-Four: 225kW (306ps) |
| transmission | Electric continuously variable transmission |
| battery | lithium ion battery 18.1kWh |
| Drive system | 4WD (E-Four) |
| Boarding capacity | Five people |
| Minimum turning radius | 5.5m |
| vehicle weight | 1,900kg |
| JC08 mode fuel consumption | ー |
| WLTC mode fuel consumption | 22.2km/L |
| EV range | 95km/L |
Toyota New RAV4 Partially Improved Special Edition Adventure “OFFROAD packageⅡ” Released on October 4, 2022
Toyota will make some improvements to the “RAV4” and release it on October 4, 2022.[Regarding partial improvement of the new RAV4]The 4.2-inch TFT color multi-information system used in the grade “X”…
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