Everything you need to know about the Toyota Rav4
The mid-size SUV market is booming with up to 30 different models available at any given time. The Toyota RAV4 is unsurprisingly the most sold unit in South Africa and if you are considering one here's everything you need to know about the stylish RAV4
In this article:
Who is the Toyota RAV4 a good car for?
What is the Toyota RAV4 like to drive?
Tech features in the Toyota RAV4
Similar cars to the Toyota RAV4
Is the Toyota RAV4 a good car?
Bursting onto the local scene in 1995 and now in its fifth generation locally, the Toyota RAV4 has stamped its mark on our local mid size SUV market being the most sold make and model in the segment. Sporting and aggressive look, plenty of tech and luxury, the RAV4 makes a near perfect addition to any family.
Who is the Toyota RAV4 a good car for?
The Toyota RAV4 is a good car for anyone who has an active and adventurous lifestyle that need a vehicle that can handle the school run during the week and then tackle a gravel trail on the weekends.
Is the Toyota RAV4 a good first car?
For the well heeled the latest RAV4 will make an excellent first car, searching our listings will reveal that there are number of previous generation models available at all price levels. The RAV4 is also an easily manoeuvrable vehicle that is incredibly easy to drive
Is the Toyota RAV4 a good family car?
The RAV4 is designed for the active and adventurous family, the ample packing space and interior room are testament to this being a great family SUV
Is there a Hybrid Toyota RAV4?
Toyota does currently offer a Hybrid version of the RAV4 but only in Europe. The good news is that there are plans afoot to manufacture hybrid Toyotas locally and for local consumption, we will simply have to wait for local introduction.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewers opinion
"Apart from a little less comfort, the RAV4 handles gravel surfaces and light off-road driving well, and puts its predecessor’s crashy, wayward ride (on these surfaces) to shame"
- Ané Albertse, AutoTrader
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What does it look like?
Exterior
Interior
What is the Toyota RAV4 like inside?
The interior of the RAV4 has been designed with the rugged and adventurous individual in mind. not only does it have a sporty appearance it is also very stylish and on higher spec models, quite luxurious
Style
Lower spec GX models get cloth and leather seats with coloured stitching while the VX and GX-R models get full leather trimmings with brushed aluminium and comfortable contoured seating.
Tech features
- Multi Terrain Selection - Rock and Dirt, Mud and Sand
- 7-inch touchscreen
- Apple Car play and Android Auto
- 6 speakers and three power sockets
- Toyota Safety Sense
- Lane Keeping Aid
- Lane Trace Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest Toyota RAV4?
The cheapest Toyota RAV4 is the entry level GX trim - prices usually start from R 482 400
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How much does it cost?
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 GX | R 482 400 |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 GX AT | R 495 200 |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 VX (2021) | R 551 500 |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 VX | R 586 200 |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 AWD GX-R | R 586 500 |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 AWD VX (2021) | R 634 700 |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 AWD VX | R 669 400 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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