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Toyota RAV4 2017

Toyota RAV4 2017

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$13,530

The 2017 Toyota RAV4 range of configurations is currently priced from $9,985.

Our most recent review of the 2017 Toyota RAV4 resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Family reviewer Nedahl Stelio had this to say at the time: If you’re looking for a super easy, basic car to drive around that is good value for money and ticks boxes like maximum safety, great boot space and reliability, then this will be music to your ears: you’ve found your match. I gave the RAV4 GXL a family rating of 7/10, taking points off because I like a little more razzle for my dazzle.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Nedahl Stelio liked most about this particular version of the Toyota RAV4: Interior space, Safety features as standard, Big boot

The 2017 Toyota RAV4 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 800 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

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7.4L/100km (combined)
SUV
Automatic
Unleaded Petrol
Overview
Likes
Interior space
Safety features as standard
Big boot
Dislikes
Dated design
Basic to drive
No Apple Carplay/Android Auto

Toyota RAV4 2017 FAQs

Toyota RAV4 2017: Are there any issues with the diesel model?

There are circumstances under which you would stay away from a modern turbo-diesel, but they have more to do with how you’ll use the vehicle than they do with the vehicle itself. The rule of thumb is that you should really only buy a diesel version of a particular car if you plan to use it for at least one decent trip at freeway speeds every three or four weeks at the very least. Along with that is the proviso that you’ll cover enough kilometres each year to balance the higher purchase price and servicing costs of a diesel against the lower fuel costs.

The highway-driving caveat is all about long-term reliability and emissions. Modern turbo-diesels are often fitted with what’s called a diesel-particulate filter (DPF). This filter, designed to trap some of the more harmful exhaust emissions) eventually fills up with the soot from the diesel’s exhaust and, when that happens, it’s designed to burn off that soot and regenerate itself, ready for another go round. But if you only drive short distances or only ever at suburban speeds, the filter can often not get hot enough to perform this burn-off and regeneration. When that happens, the filter warning light on your dashboard lights up and it’s off to the dealership for a – sometimes – costly manual regeneration. In extreme cases, the DPF may even need to be replaced and that’s not cheap either.

So, if you’re not planning regular trips at freeway speeds, conventional wisdom says a modern turbo-diesel is not for you.

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Toyota RAV4 2017: What is it worth?

You haven’t specified which model it is, which makes it hard, but even though it is new in your mind it will be regarded as a second hand car. See if you can do a deal with the dealer to buy it back, but anticipate a price of about 10 percent lower than the new price.

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What's the best family SUV to buy?

As you say, the choice is bewildering. All the models you have been looking would be suitable; you could also look at the Nissan X-Trail. I would go for either the Mazda CX-5 or the Kia Sportage, but that's not to say the others aren't worth considering. Why don't you go shopping and check each of them out to see how they fit your needs.

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Toyota RAV4 2017 Towing Capacity

The 2017 Toyota RAV4 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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Toyota RAV4 2017 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2017 Toyota RAV4 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
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