Environmentally friendly vehicles are gradually becoming part of our everyday life, and this is good. The first such machines were hybrids. They are put into mass production, but so far there are not enough of them for sale due to various circumstances. The main reason is the lack of mastery of such technology, people are more drawn to the usual types of cars.
Hybrids work in tandem with an internal combustion engine and an electric motor, as a result - fuel consumption is reduced, which is good for both the driver and the environment. Photo: carclub.ru
Almost all of the most advanced car brands are armed with several models of hybrid cars, ranging from sedans to SUVs. Japanese manufacturers, in particular, Toyota, have been especially successful in this regard.
A bit of history and the advantages of hybrids
The RAV4 model in the form of a compact crossover was released in the Land of the Rising Sun in 1994. Initially, it was positioned by the manufacturer as a technique for young and energetic people - with the decoding of the abbreviation Recreation Active Vehicle, which in English means "car for outdoor activities." And the number 4 reminds you of the presence of all-wheel drive in the car.
So why do people choose hybrid models of the auto industry? Everyone has their own reasons. Someone thus decides to save at least a little, another consoles himself with the thought that by exploiting such a wheelbarrow he takes care of nature, the third just wants to stand out from the background of others.
What is so special about this hybrid? Let's figure it out. After all, it is no coincidence that this Toyota was recognized as a worthy rival for the all-electric Tesla Model X and the most economical among all-wheel drive SUVs.
A few words about appearance
Changes compared to the previous model are not too significant. They mainly concern the front of the SUV. The radiator grill has narrowed and slightly decreased in size, it has become more elegant. The bumper bottom is made deliberately open to improve engine airflow.
The headlights of the Japanese "squinted" even more, sharp forms on the hood increased. Fog lights are located on the sides, at the bottom of the bumper. Photo: toyota.com
The side part has not changed much, only at the bottom, the designers decided to carry out a stylish black edging, giving the car a strict line.
The backdrop has been preserved in its original form, except for the fact that the designers removed the step above the bumper - it interfered with loading the luggage compartment. The inscription "Hybrid" shines on the luggage cover at the bottom right.
The taillights are neatly placed on the trunk lid. Their shape is also stretched out, and the light of LED bulbs is noticeable from afar. The rear glass is even more streamlined than before. Down in the center of the glass is a lone janitor, and a spoiler with stop optics hangs over it. Above the spoiler is a radio antenna. Luggage "skis" were unobtrusively attached to the roof.
Available colors - from deaf black to airy silver. Photo: toyota.com
SUV dimensions:
- length - 4.6 m;
- width - 1.84 m;
- height - 1.67 m;
- wheelbase - 2.66 m;
- ground clearance - 0.1 m.
Other options:
- weight of the car without equipment - 1.79 tons;
- with equipment - 2.24 tons;
- the volume of the fuel tank is 70 l.
Interior
The dashboard has undergone some changes since the last time: its middle is decorated with a touch-type audio system display, which in turn serves as a monitor for a rear-view camera. In addition, navigation charts can be viewed on it. Below it is a climate control manipulation system and a start / stop button for the engine.
An airbag is disguised next to the steering wheel, and next to it are buttons for controlling musical equipment, a mobile phone and other functions.
There is also a screen to display important information about the status of the machine and its functions:
- battery charge;
- functionality of automatic transmission and engines;
- temperature, etc.
On the right is a speedometer and a display of the fuel level in the tank, on the left is a tachometer, next to it are buttons for adjusting and controlling rear-view mirrors. Under the climate control panel there are buttons for switching the style of movement, heated seats.
The interior, as well as the steering wheel, are trimmed with imitation leather in gray or black, there is a brown and walnut version. Photo: toyota.com
Implementation of the latest technologies
The hybrid Toyota has a collision avoidance system with another car, maintaining a certain distance when maneuvering. The insides are crammed with so many sensors and sensors that it becomes much easier to detect a malfunction at an early stage than before. The same applies to the abundance of cameras around the perimeter - you can clearly see what's going on outside!
Here you can see how the Rear Cross-Traffic Alert system works to help when reversing:
Other technical specifications
So, let's move on to the consideration of the features of the motors:
- four-cylinder internal combustion engine - with a volume of 2.5 liters, power - 112 horsepower;
- two electric motors - one installed in the front, the other in the back;
- Together, the engines produce 194 horsepower and 206 Nm of torque.
The car is equipped with automatic transmission. Through modern electronics, it transmits torque energy to all four wheels with emphasis on the front. The rear wheels are connected to active work with the help of automation in those situations when the car starts to slip or if the front wheels are overloaded.
The variability of the box allows you to use the power of the engine when braking, and transfer the excess charge to recharge the batteries. When switching to an economical mode of movement, the electronics feeds the batteries, which can be seen on a special indicator on the dashboard.
The driver is given the opportunity to choose any of the three options for movement:
- sports;
- economical;
- electric (implies a trip exclusively on an electric motor).
Fuel consumption:
- 6.92 liters per 100 kilometers when driving outside the city;
- 7.6 liters per 100 kilometers in the city;
- 7.1 liters per 100 kilometers on a combined cycle.
The efficiency of the hybrid allows you to quickly recoup the cost of gasoline.
The car accelerates in 8.3 seconds to 100 kilometers, but only thanks to the gasoline engine. The main rivals in this area for the RAV4 are Honda, Nissan and Mitsubishi - they have promised and launched similar hybrid models on the market.
How the hybrid version of the popular crossover shows itself in action - see here:
The cost of the hybrid and the prospects for its distribution in Russia
The price of the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid will be formed depending on the configuration. The XLE modification costs $28,370, and the LTD costs $33,610. In Russia, the sale of the basic version of the RAV4 with a gasoline engine has been established, while the hybrid one will have to be ordered from abroad.
Outcome
A simple RAV 4 is one of the most popular crossover cars in Russia. The hybrid version will be a nice addition to the extensive line of options offered by the Japanese manufacturer. Given the excellent technical equipment and capabilities, the hybrid will certainly find its buyer.
The all-new 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a compact crossover that is sporty, feature-packed and environmentally friendly.
This latest model features sleek body lines, a hybrid engine that delivers 6.9/7.8 liters per 100 kilometers city/highway, and all-wheel drive as standard equipment.
2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid engine and specifications
The 2018 Toyota RAV4 also continues to use a combination of a 2.5-liter inline-4 engine and a twin-engine Synergy Drive system. The hybrid version will only be all-wheel drive.
A 67-horsepower electric motor drives the rear axle, when the system detects it needs power, a 2.5-litre, gasoline-powered powerplant on the other side kicks in, providing 154 horsepower.
The total power of both motors is 194 horsepower. The hybrid system uses a continuously variable transmission, and this transmission is faster than its predecessor.
The external dimensions of the RAV4 Hybrid will now have: body length 4.570 mm, width 1.845 mm. The length of the wheelbase will be 2660 millimeters, and under the bottom 197 millimeters of ground clearance.
The new Toyota Rav4 hybrid crossover will come with three different trim levels and seven different exterior colors. In general, Toyota on the outside has not changed much, it also looks like its past back in 2017.
Of course, the car offers you a wide range of ways to visually express your style. 18-inch 5-spoke Sport or Super Chrome alloy wheels add a dash of flair to this model's good looks.
Other exterior options include molded bodywork that adds to the attractiveness, fog lights fitted with LED optics to illuminate the road in dense fog and rain conditions.
For fans of traveling on long trips, roof rails are installed, designed to carry more cargo.
2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid interior
Looking inside, the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offers several different material and color options depending on the trim level. The base variant offers standard seats available in two colors.
Moving on to the middle and the top trim level will give you Toyota's SofTex material, which is a synthetic leather that is more resistant to stains and wear and tear than traditional. SofTex is available in three colors including a two-tone black/brown for the highest trim level trim.
The crossover can easily accommodate up to five adult passengers. The interior has many features and convenience.
Convenient and useful options include: blind spot monitoring, front and rear view camera, automatic parallel parking, advanced navigation, an integrated high-resolution 7-inch touch screen, voice command recognition, Bluetooth wireless technology and SiriusXM satellite radio.
This car is packed with must-have features that many buyers will appreciate and even satisfy their desire for both safety and convenience.
2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid release date and price
Don't expect to need a huge amount of money to take home this crossover SUV. You can take this car for just $29,000.
A full range of available features and power, an economical engine of 194 horsepower, make the Toyota Rav4 simply irresistible. Expect to find a new hybrid in all showrooms around the end of 2017.
The new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2016 is presented to the public. Consider the main changed features, what the SUV is capable of, its price and official photos.
As is customary in any car manufacturer, to present a new or updated model for the New Year. Toyota did not stand aside and introduced its new and updated models. One of the vehicles featured at the New York Auto Show was the RAV4 hybrid SUV, one of eight hybrids from Toyota.
2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid design
It is impossible to say that the RAV4 has gone through a complete redesign, rather it looks like a facelift and updates to the rear of the SUV. The front part has changed in comparison with the previous model. The radiator grill near the emblem has become smaller and narrower. The part of the grille under the emblem has also become longer, in the previous model it was wider and not so long. The lower part of the RAV4's bumper is open for good airflow to the engine.
The front bumper has become open and large, thereby pushing the Toyota RAV4 with a sharper shape in front. Behind the bumper, the headlights have also changed, becoming elongated towards the center of the grille and slightly narrower than previous models. On the sides, at the bottom of the bumper, the designers placed fog lights.
It's no surprise to connoisseurs that Toyota and Lexus are borrowing car parts, wheelbases, engines or other things from each other. This time, the RAV4 also showed that it took some parts of the base from the Lexus NX crossover. As for the hybrid setup, it was taken from the NX300h.
The side part is reminiscent of the previous RAV4 model, mirrors with turn signal and heating, the shape of the doors remains the same. The lower part and above the wheels are accentuated with black plastic edging, which gives the severity of the SUV. The hind feet have become more elongated and stretch on parts of the hindwings.
The rear of the RAV4 Hybrid has changed a bit, the trunk lid has become more comfortable and bigger. They removed the step above the bumper, which constantly interfered with the loading of oversized cargo. On the trunk lid, in the lower right corner, there is the inscription Hybrid, which indicates the presence of a hybrid installation.
The taillights were placed on the trunk lid, they became elongated and clearly visible even at a long distance and are based on LED optics. The trunk lid glass was made more streamlined and convex. A janitor was placed on the glass, a spoiler with a stop repeater above the glass. Slightly above the spoiler, an antenna was placed on the roof of the RAV4 Hybrid, for radio in the form of a shark fin. On the roof there are fasteners for the trunk.
According to the manufacturer, the RAV4 Hybrid will be available in two trim levels, XLE and LTD.
As for the Hybrid color scheme, the following colors will be available:
- White;
- Black;
- Blue;
- Grey;
- Silver.
- length RAV4 Hybrid 4600 mm;
- width is 1844 mm;
- SUV height 1674 mm;
- wheelbase - 2659 mm;
- ground clearance 160 mm.
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid interior
The arrival of a new car on the sales market is always of interest to car enthusiasts with an interior, since the outside is one thing, but inside the comfort and design is completely different, which is striking and felt when driving.
The front panel of the RAV4 Hybrid is slightly different from its predecessor. In the middle, touch 7 catches the eye? audio system display, which simultaneously functions as a monitor for the rear view camera. Navigation maps are also shown on the display. Ventilation holes are located on the sides of the display, and under the display there is a climate control panel and an engine Start / Stop button. Such things are not enough to surprise the buyer, but Toyota manufacturers say that this will be standard on the RAV4 Hybrid.
Toyota designers decided to take into account all the wishes from the existing RAV4 owners and improved both the front panel and the quality of the car's interior lining material. The front panel is sheathed in leather, as well as the interior of the car and inserts on the doors.
The buyer will have an affordable interior of the following colors:
- Grey;
- Black;
- Hazelnut color;
- Brown-black.
Behind the wheel is a dashboard. Placed in the middle is 4.2? display to show information about the RAV4 Hybrid's status and features. The display shows driving economy, charge and battery status as it is a Hybrid. Information about automatic transmission, engine condition, temperature and other indicators.
On the right is the speedometer and the fuel level in the tank, the maximum speed is 220 km / h. On the left, the tachometer and engine temperature, the tachometer was presented in the form of markings for driving modes, battery charging, economical driving and driving at full power, instead of the usual engine speed indicators.
On the left, under the RAV4 control panel, there are buttons for adjusting and controlling the rear-view mirrors. To the right of the steering wheel, under the climate control panel, there are buttons for choosing a driving style, eco mode, heated seats, charging from USB and a regular cigarette lighter. I would like to note that for the RAV4 Hybrid, the handbrake and gearshift lever were well thought out, positioned in such a way that it was easy to switch and tighten the handbrake at any time.
The seats are also made comfortable in a sporty version, with wraparound on the side, which gives the feeling of a comfortable fit when driving long distances. Between the front seats of the RAV4 there is an armrest for storing various small items. The rear seats are just as comfortable, the armrest folds down and can easily accommodate three passengers. There is enough space between the rear and front seats for a tall person to sit down.
RAV4 Hybrid SUV Safety
Safety The 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is as reliable as a manufacturer like Volvo. Engineers with each new model introduce more and more new technologies, thus improving the safety of the driver and passengers. The RAV4 Hybrid is equipped with Toyota's latest development, TTS (Toyota Safety Sense), which is able to prevent collisions by maintaining distance when driving and maneuvering the car. Thanks to a large number of sensors, gauges and cameras, the RAV4 driver displays the most accurate information about the car and the situation on the road.
Not without airbags, which Toyota installs as standard from the base trim, as well as seat belts. Both trims of the RAV4 hybrid will have a blind spot monitoring system that can alert the driver to a nearby vehicle.
As for the cameras, not only the rear view, but they are installed around the entire perimeter of the RAV4. By selecting the surround view function on the main display, you can see the car from above and, thanks to the projection of the cameras, what is around the car.
The RAV4 XLE package will include cruise control, which is not available in the LTD package. But in LTD there is an automatic light control function that can turn the headlights on and off at the right time, for some unknown reason, automation was not installed on the XLE model.
In general, this is not yet a complete list of auxiliary systems and safety systems that will be installed on RAV4 hybrid trim levels.
Specifications RAV4 Hybrid
Much important, and the most interesting is the characteristic of a hybrid SUV. Both trim levels of the RAV4 Hybrid are powered by a 2.5L DOHC four-cylinder engine. The power of such a unit is 112 hp, as we remember, this is a hybrid model, but unlike the standard electric engine, two electric engines are installed on the RAV4 Hybrid, one in front, the second in the rear. Together, both systems produce 194 hp. and a torque of 206 Nm.
Paired with such engines, the RAV4 is equipped with an ECVT automatic variable transmission, which electronically and automatically transmits torque to the four wheels of the RAV4, with priority to front-wheel drive. The rear wheels are connected by automatics when slippage begins or the load on the front wheels increases. Since the Hybrid box is variable, the power of the engine is used during braking, and the excess charge is transferred to charge the batteries, in addition, when driving economically, the electronics also recharge the batteries, as evidenced by the indicator on the instrument panel.
The driver can choose three driving modes: Sport, ECO and EV, the latter involves driving only on the electric motor, according to the manufacturer, in this mode, the RAV4 Hybrid is able to drive a kilometer or a half at the lowest speeds.
Fuel consumption in the RAV4 Hybrid is 6.92 l/100km in the countryside, 7.60 l/100km in the city and 7.1 l/100km combined. Compared to the conventional RAV4, which has a city consumption of 10.7 l/100 km, 8.1 l/100 km in the country, a combined cycle of 9.41 l/100 km, we can say that the Hybrid is quite economical and will quickly justify the cost of fuel .
The acceleration of the hybrid model from 0 to 100 km/h is 8.3 seconds. As you can see, only a gasoline engine and one volume will be available. The main competitors of the RAV4 will be Nissan and Mitsubishi, which will also present their hybrid models in the new year.
Price for Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2016
The cost of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid will depend on the configuration, so the retail price for the XLE will be $28370, for the LTD configuration the price is $33610.
Video from Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2016:
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For the test, two modifications of the Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid were provided, which differed both in the type of drive (front and full), and in the configuration (the most affordable and maximum). Accordingly, the price of these cars was also different. So, a front-wheel drive hybrid-crossover with a minimum configuration can be purchased for almost UAH 825,000, and the richest, all-wheel drive version will cost UAH 1,055,000. The latter even has a heated steering wheel and windshield.
The route for the test drive included sections with bad roads, and straight high-speed sections where you could check the dynamics of the car. Test drivers took advantage of this, the total number of which in two days amounted to 35 people. Almost every participant in the folk test tried to check the dynamic characteristics of the car, although in the end this did not have the best effect on average fuel consumption. Only a few people decided to try a new style of driving in order to set a record for economy. It turned out to be at the level of 5.2 liters per 100 kilometers. Interestingly, few of the test participants felt the difference between mono- and all-wheel drive, both in acceleration dynamics and in efficiency. Obviously, the best difference between the type of drive will manifest itself in winter on slippery roads.
Over 40 people came to test Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid in two days
In the meantime, we invite you to test a newcomer to the Ukrainian market - the Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid model. The next stage of the national test drive will take place at the end of October.
Reviews
Age: 39 years old.
Height: 180 cm.
Vehicle: Kia Soul.
Marital status: married, has a son.
Hobbies: tourism, autotourism.
The car is modern, it will certainly be in demand!
The starting price of the basic configuration, if it does not make this car affordable, then definitely not so unattainable. It is suitable for both women and calm male drivers. Each of them will find in this model something of their own, native, which will forever stick to her soul. Trunk volume is sufficient, it is easy to put even heavy things here. And the volume lost due to batteries when folding the back row is not critical. Plastic trim must withstand all the hardships of operation. But when passing joints and patches in one car, a knock sometimes appears (perhaps the jack is not fixed or something else), so I give the car a four in this parameter. But everything else is great! Landing in a car and the internal volume of the cabin are sufficient for a person with a height of 180 cm. The doors completely cover the thresholds, which means that the legs will always remain clean. But there is little legroom under the front seats. And a person in massive winter shoes will not be very comfortable. Standard finishing materials of good quality. Only the buttons for switching the operating modes of the hybrid power plant are hidden from the driver's eyes, and you need to get used to this. The suspension is moderately hard. Joints and pits the car passes more quietly and knocked down than mine. She is confidently gaining momentum from the start, although she does it in a specific way. But such dynamics allows you to feel confident on the road. The car also stops confidently and predictably. I was pleased with the fuel consumption of a 2.5-liter gasoline engine in the urban cycle.
Age: 35 years old.
Height: 185 cm.
Vehicle: Chevrolet Aveo.
Marital status: single.
Hobbies: IT, travelling.
The car is comfortable, economical, quiet and fast.
Expectations from the hybrid version of the RAV-4 came true. The car was comfortable, economical, quiet and moderately fast. This is the best option for home-work-home operation. Four-wheel drive is interesting only in the context of winter driving on unpaved roads. When driving on electric traction in a car, the silence is complete. Dynamics is acceptable only in the "Sport" mode. An important parameter for a SUV is economy. In this case, he's on top. The reaction to pressing the gas pedal is a bit late, but the braking properties, taking into account the recovery of braking energy, are very good. The steering is precise and sensitive, and the change in "gears" is generally imperceptible. And in general, acceleration is very smooth and without pecks, which is good news. There are no complaints about the salon, everything is in its place and everything is convenient. I liked the tilt-adjustable backrests of the rear seats and the automatic drive of the trunk lid.
Age: 25 years old.
Height: 180 cm.
Car: Toyota Corolla.
Marital status: single.
Hobby: swimming.
Appropriate design and Sport mode make this car a sporty crossover.
The interior is perhaps the most pleasant among all new Toyota models. Salon is spacious. There is enough space both front and rear. You can adjust the inclination of the rear row backrests. The trunk of the hybrid version loses a bit to the regular version, but the compartment is still quite large. Therefore, for convenience, I put the car with the maximum rating. This is a very quiet car. In economy mode, it also pleases with low fuel consumption. In Sport mode, fuel consumption is on par with conventional 2.5-litre engines. But with such settings, this is a rather dynamic crossover. The suspension is quiet and soft on bumps.
Age: 42 years old.
Height: 175 cm.
Vehicle: Subaru XV.
Marital status: Married.
Hobbies: cinema.
I believe that such cars are the future, so my next car will be a hybrid.
The Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid left a very good driving experience. This machine is very dynamic and economical. I believe that hybrids are the future, so my next car will be a hybrid one. The RAV-4 Hybrid handles well and is easy to handle and has good acceleration dynamics. It is quite comfortable to sit in the cabin, but there is not enough socket in the trunk. The suspension is great, but I found it a bit noisy. In addition, the car is very decently equipped, which is also important. At the driver's workplace, everything is at hand, and only the seat heating buttons are placed at the very bottom of the center console, which is not very convenient. But the heated steering wheel and windshield in the maximum configuration compensate for this small drawback. From my point of view, Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid is the most interesting offer on the Ukrainian automotive market.
Age: 52 years old.
Height: 182 cm.
Car: Volkswagen Tiguan.
Marital status: Married.
Hobbies: n.d.
I would buy one for my next car.
For me, this is a new idea of Toyota. RAV-4 Hybrid is an interesting, powerful, dynamic, well-controlled and at the same time very economical car. I liked the accessibility of all controls and acoustic comfort. Salon comfortable and with good ergonomics. There is enough space in the car, getting in and out is comfortable, the seats are also not satisfactory. In general, the salon deserves the maximum rating. But the trunk, as for me, is small. The rear sofa does not fold into a flat floor. There is also no way to lay forward the back of the front seat to carry a long load. Management is precise and predictable. Suspension is surprisingly knocked down and energy-intensive. During city driving there are no extraneous noises. Only when braking is an unusual sound heard when the recuperation system is working. Because of it, the braking system requires getting used to. The power plant with a total capacity of 198 hp impresses with its economy. For such an SUV, fuel consumption of 7 liters is very good.
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Previously, we have carried out the normal version of the crossover ToyotaRAV4hybrid. And today we will analyze in more detail a special hybrid version of the car, which will be on sale in our market this summer. The test drive took place in sunny Spain at a special event.
Everyone is well aware that the Japanese crossover has been demonstrating an enviable market for many years and has currently sold over 6 million cars. 17 thousand 648 models fell to the share of the Ukrainian market, but this is without taking into account the "gray" segment. In the total calculation, you can easily double this figure.
What can conquer the new ToyotaRAV4Hybrid? Firstly, it is a modern crossover that offers improved fuel economy and, as a result, allows you to feel more confident in front of Greenpeace representatives. Secondly, this is the most powerful version among the entire available line of 2016! The total output of the hybrid configuration is 192 hp. Similar indicators are present in LexusNX 300h.
Absolutely all hybrid versions of the RAV4 are equipped with an automatic transmissionE-CVT, not CVT.
The updated RAV4 model, including the hybrid one, received a 360-degree viewing system. So, additional "eyes" will allow you to facilitate parking and maneuverability.
So, what is the power plant ToyotaRAV4Hybrid? The main "heart" is a 2.5-liter gasoline unit with a capacity of 155 hp, working with the help of the Atkinson cycle, as well as an electric motor. The cycle itself implies a different setting of the valve timing and a later closing of the intake valve. This ensures less fuel loss due to low vacuum.
In addition, the likelihood of detonation combustion has also decreased, and the exhaust gases are used more efficiently for power generation. The electric motor is located in the same place as usual - under the hood cover. The planetary gear ensures its connection with the internal combustion engine, forming an integral system, which, in addition to everything, controls the gearbox. The hybrid equipment is equipped exclusively with an E-CVT automatic transmission, which can be manually controlled thanks to forcedly fixed gears.
In total, there are three modes of operation of the unit:EVMode will turn on all-electric traction;ECOMode allows you to reduce the sensitivity of the gas pedal and switch the engine from the gearbox to economy mode;Sport is a familiar sport mode that sharpens all the elements of the car and connects the entire power plant to work.
The orange color of the wires allows you to determine the "connections" of the generating set.
What are other news? The drive system is the same for all versions of the car. In this way, ToyotaRAV4Hybrid uses E-Four technology, which does not have a gimbal. This greatly simplifies the design and allows you to use all the equipment more efficiently. The rear axle is driven by a 68 hp electric motor. It is activated only at the beginning of the movement, or at the moments of slipping or sudden maneuvers.
During the test drive, we did not notice any mind-blowing results. It's still the same regular crossover with confident acceleration. At times, one might get the impression that ToyotaRAV4Hybrid even unnecessarily calm. But it is not so. It's just that the operation of the power plant is configured in such a way as to make as little noise as possible. The acceleration rate to “hundreds” is 8.3 s, while the usual 2.5-liter RAV4 crossover demonstrates 9.4 s. The fuel consumption of the hybrid version is significantly lower than that of the petrol version. Only diesel equipment can compete with a hybrid with an indicator of 8.1 liters per 100 km in the city.
The equipment of hybrids is maximum: LED optics, heated seats and steering wheel, and much more.
We decided to check the veracity of the indicators in the passport and in real conditions in terms of fuel consumption. As expected, the results were a little disappointing: at the claimed 5 l/100 km, we got 8.1 l/100 km. But, in fairness, let's clarify that the test drive was carried out on the track, which means that this is the most difficult area for a hybrid. It is likely that within the city, consumption will decrease. Nevertheless, the expense is acceptable, and indeed ToyotaRAV4Hybrid is much faster than its gasoline counterparts. This is confirmed by the level of equipment with 18-inch wheels and stylized black trim.
The blue color of the logo is one of the distinguishing features of the hybrid RAV4.
It should be noted that the hybrid version of the crossover was already created on the basis of the existing model range. This means that the problems that engineers solved with the placement of batteries are very significant. So, I had to sacrifice a small amount of free space under the rear sofa. Because of this, it will not be possible to completely fold it. Only the backs can be transformed. However, a slight limitation has almost no effect on the volume of the luggage compartment!
And in general, one can only be glad for the current trend in the production of hybrid modifications. After all, this not only helps to reduce consumption, but also expands the capabilities of cars. Therefore, the example has been updated. ToyotaRAV4hybrid. He is the most powerful in the line, and the most environmentally friendly. Moreover, the cost of the new hybrid version will allow you to confidently compete with crossovers of any type, and this is good news!
Additional batteries are located under the rear sofa and trunk.
The additional mesh is a nice extension of the luggage compartment!
It can accommodate a spare tire, which for some reason was removed during the test..
The tailgate is electrically operated for all hybrid versions.
A different exhaust system forced engineers to use different clearance for certain RAV4 models:Hybrid - 177 mm, petrol crossover - 163 mm, and diesel - 197 mm.
Toyota RAV4 hybrid |
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common data |
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| body type | station wagon |
| doors/seats | 5/5 |
| Dimensions L/W/H, mm | 4605/1845/1705 |
| Base, mm | 2660 |
| Track front / rear, mm | 1560/1560 |
| Clearance, mm | 177 |
| Curb / full weight, kg | 1625/1690 |
| Trunk volume, l | 501/1633 |
| Tank volume, l | 56 |
Engine |
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| Type of | Gasoline, according to the Atkinson cycle |
| Resp. and number of cyl./cl. per cyl | R4/4 |
| Volume, cm cube. | 2494 |
| Power, kW (hp) / rpm | 114 (155)/- |
| Max. cr. torque, Nm/r/min | 206/4400–4800 |
Transmission |
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| type of drive | front/aut. conn. full |
| KP | planetary E-CVT with selectable 6-speed |
Chassis |
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| Brakes front/rear | disk. vent./disk |
| Suspension front/rear | independent/independent |
| Amplifier | electro |
| Tires | 225/65 R17 235/55 R18 |
Performance indicators |
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| Maximum speed, km/h | 180 |
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h, s | 8,3 |
| Consumption highway-city, l / 100 km | 5,0-4,9/4,9–5,1 |
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