The car "Toyota Rav 4" (2015): specifications, description, bundle and reviews

"Toyota Rav 4" - a compact city crossover from a Japanese company. The car began to be manufactured in 1994 and survived 4 generations and a lot of restyling. The car is a bestseller around the world, particularly in Russia. In this article, consider the history of the Toyota Rav 4 (2015) model . Technical specifications, price, description of appearance, interior and driving experience - all this is read in the review below.

History of the model

A long and difficult road had to pass the car before the appearance of Toyota Rav 4 (2015). Technical characteristics and design changed radically with each new generation of crossover.

The first generation appeared in the distant 1994 with the index SXA10. The car was positioned as a youth car for active recreation, and the number 4 in the name meant a permanent all-wheel drive. Also, "Rav 4" had a version with a front-wheel drive and an automatic or manual gearbox. Since that time, the crossover began to be officially supplied to the Russian market.

The second generation

The second generation first saw the light in 2000 at a presentation at one of the largest automobile exhibitions. The crossover, according to company representatives, was classified into a mini-crossover. The model has become even smaller and more compact. In the second generation with the index CA20W, the car was produced until 2005. Like the first generation, the crossover had a version with full and front-wheel drive, as well as an automatic and manual gearbox.

The third generation

Since the third generation, the crossover has fully settled in the "compact" segment, which still houses Toyota Rav 4 (2015). Technical specifications have changed little. Basically, the changes have touched the design and bodywork - they stopped releasing the three-door version. It is thanks to this that Toyota managed to remove the label "mini" from one of the most sought-after cars, thereby opening doors to new segments of the market.

In 2010, the generation survived the restyling and appeared at the Geneva Motor Show in a new guise. The body became more streamlined, optics - modern, and at the same time technical equipment did not lag behind. In other respects, the crossover's proportions and the platform remained the same, so it was decided not to call restyling the fourth generation crossover.

In 2011, the car came to the Russian market and became a real bestseller. In one city in the country you will not spend a day without noticing a few dozen "Rav 4" on the roads. The car was offered in two versions: 2-liter and 2.4-liter engines with a capacity of 148 and 170 horsepower, respectively. There is still a choice with front and all-wheel drive.

The latest generation of Toyota Rav 4 (2015): specifications

In 2012, the company "Toyota" announced the release of the fourth and most extreme generation of the crossover. At the end of the same year, the company conducts a presentation as part of the car show in Los Angeles. This car will be the main one in this review. From 2013 to the present, the crossover is produced unchanged and officially sold on the Russian market.

Car Overview

Let's start the review of Toyota RAV 4 2015, the characteristics of which completely differ from those of the third generation. The main changes in the crossover touched almost all elements. You can say that the Japanese created the car from scratch. First, it is worth mentioning the increased dimensions, because of which the car barely gets into the compact crossover frame. Secondly, an updated line of engines and the most modern technology. But first things first.

Appearance

The creators tried very hard to make the car look different from all previous generations.

At first glance, it becomes clear to the car that the designers tried not only to make the car a stylish and modern urban crossover, but also to improve the aerodynamic performance. "Rav 4" looks like a solid and streamlined projectile. The front part of the body is simply mesmerizing: the optics and the radiator grille have merged into one line, representing a single arc that emphasizes the swiftness and sharpness of the nose of the car. Interesting shape of the bumper perfectly matches with simple round fog lights. The "muzzle" of the crossover is visually strongly tucked up, which creates the illusion of elevation. The side front arches look expressive and muscular.

Sideways, the crossover is not at all like a compact car. If you remove the rear and front part of "Rav 4" and leave only the profile, it can easily be confused with any representative jeep. The line running above the front arches continues along the entire body and is organically completed with tail lights.

The car's stern is even more expressive than the front end. Immediately striking is the lack of spare wheel on the tailgate Toyota Rav 4 (2015). Technical characteristics and structure of the car platform allowed to place the spare part under the trunk floor. Thanks to this decision, the crossover looks more representative and much more expensive than its class. The rear optics are convex and expressive, thereby emphasizing the aforementioned line along the perimeter of the body. The rear window is large, giving the driver a wide viewing angle. The rear wheel arches are the same as the front ones: muscular and wide. A small spoiler over the trunk door perfectly highlights the swiftness of the crossover image. It is worth mentioning that only in the fourth generation of "Rav 4" received a modern back door, which opens up, and not aside, like all previous generations. In terms of size, the new "Rav 4" became slightly larger than the representatives of the previous generation. The length of the car is 4.5 meters, width - 1.8 meters, and height - 1.6 meters.

Interior

Let's move on to the cabin of Toyota RAV 4 (2015). Overview, interior, interior decoration, like the exterior design, all this was completely redesigned. In the whole salon, a pledge for the future is visible - the creators tried to make such a car, which can be sold for several years without restyling and changes. And they did it perfectly.

Completely redesigned front panel looks stylish. In the center is a large touch screen with a multimedia system and built-in navigation. On the side of the display are the controls. From the top - a small on-board computer, which gives all the necessary indications and specifications. "Toyota Rav 4" in 2015 boasts a completely new instrument panel. With a nice blue backlight, the instrument readings are even clearer and look nicer to the driver's eyes. Overview of the windshield has also become much more convenient.

The interior trim looks richer and much more expensive than it really is. The collectors also tried to glory: all the details are perfectly matched to each other, nothing creaks, even when driving on bumps and off-road.

The front seats are comfortable, with good lateral support, so that even at steep turns and off road the driver and front passenger will feel comfortable. Behind is a huge sofa for three people.

The car's trunk also became more spacious. The volume in the normal state is 577 liters, with folded rear seats - up to 1200 liters. Capacity at the folded back sofa increases more than 2 times, which can not but please owners of dachas, private houses and amateurs to transport many things or large-sized cargoes.

New "Toyota Rav 4" (2015-2016): trim levels and prices

To begin with we will consider offered complete sets of the car in the Russian market. There are only 6 of them. The base mark of the cost is 1 million rubles for the "Classic" kit. It includes a standard set of options, such as airbags, stabilization systems, central locking, air conditioning and full-time audio preparation. In a complete set "Comfort" halogen headlights and control elements on a wheel are added. The most expensive equipment - "Prestige Plus", which starts at 1 million 500 thousand rubles, is supplemented by all the systems known to date, which make driving more comfortable. For example, automatic light adjustment and monitoring of blind areas, and this is not all of the specifications of the Toyota Rav 4. Restyling, perhaps, will bring even more modern technologies in the package.

Engine modifications

Let's move on to the engines. The line of motors is represented by two petrol and one diesel units. 2-liter and 2.5-liter engines with a capacity of 146 and 180 horsepower respectively, or a diesel engine with a volume of 2.2 liters and 150 "horses" under the hood. The average consumption of gasoline engines is 11 liters per 100 km, and diesel - only 6.5 liters per 100 km. Toyota RAV4 2015 is equipped with one of three gearboxes to choose from: a mechanic, an automaton or a variator.

Owner feedback

The owners' comments on the Toyota RAV 4 2015 are mostly positive. This indicates a great deal of confidence of car enthusiasts for this model and Toyota brand in general. Most owners change from "Rav 4" of previous generations to a new one, because they are sure of its reliability and high quality. If you conduct a cursory analysis of all reviews on the Web, you can conclude that the highest ratings of the car for comfort and quality. Controversial moments cause the design of a new generation, but the attractiveness of the appearance is a purely subjective thing. Due to its reliability and full drive, "Rav 4" of the new generation is in demand and popular love among motorists.

The fourth generation of RAV 4 is bringing Toyota closer to the perfection of the city's compact crossover. This fact can not but please all the fans of the brand and this model in particular.