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Toyota RAV4 2023
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You can read the full review here.The 2023 Toyota RAV4 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Toyota RAV4 2023 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Toyota RAV4 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cruiser (2WD) | SUV | 2.0L — CVT AUTO | $54,670 | $62,810 | |
| Cruiser (2WD) | SUV | 2.0L ULP CVT AUTO | $57,640 | $66,220 | |
| Cruiser (2WD) Hybrid | SUV | 2.5L — CVT AUTO | $57,420 | $66,000 | |
| Cruiser (2WD) Hybrid | SUV | 2.5L Hyb/ULP CVT AUTO | $63,470 | $72,930 | |
Toyota RAV4 2023 Colours
The RAV4 has nine standard colours – ‘Silver Sky’, ‘Frosted White’, ‘Glacier White’, ‘Graphite’, ‘Mineral Blue’, ‘Atomic Rush’, ‘Eclipse Black’, ‘Saturn Blue’, and ‘Jungle Khaki’.
- Silver Sky
- Frosted White
- Glacier White
- Graphite
- Mineral Blue
- Atomic Rush
- Eclipse Black
- Saturn Blue
- Jungle Khaki
Toyota RAV4 2023 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Toyota RAV4 2023 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Why is the RAV4's 2.5 litre engine more economical than the 2.0 litre?
It all sounds a bit counter-intuitive, doesn’t it: That a smaller engine could use more fuel thana larger one? But, in fact, it’s all down to the hybrid driveline in the 2.5-litre version of the RAV4. Because the hybrid version also has an electric motor to help propel the vehicle, the petrol engine has less work to do. So, it uses less fuel, particularly on the official test cycle that determines these numbers.
In fact, in the hybrid RAV4, the petrol engine isn’t even running a lot of the time, especially in stop-start traffic. The electric motor can draw from the batteries on board to get the vehicle rolling, and when it’s slowing down, the electric motor recharges those batteries for the next green light. And when the car is running on electric power, it’s not using any petrol at all.
By contrast, the non-hybrid RAV4 is running its petrol engine the whole time (apart from when it’s at a complete standstill). And that, in a nutshell, is how a bigger engine can use less fuel than a smaller one in the same make and model.
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Toyota RAV4 2023 Interior
The Toyota RAV4 has a pleasant interior and a dashboard that is headlined by an 8.0-inch touchscreen multimedia screen and a pleasing mix of soft touchpoints, synthetic trims throughout. A panoramic sunroof or moonroof are optional extras on the higher grades.
Toyota RAV4 2023 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1855mm x 1690mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Toyota RAV4 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX (2WD) Hybrid | SUV | 1685x1855x4600 mm | 190 mm | |
| GX (2WD) | SUV | 1685x1855x4600 mm | 195 mm | |
| GX (2WD) Hybr Full Size Spare | SUV | 1685x1855x4600 mm | 190 mm | |
| GX (awd) Hybr Full Size Spare | SUV | 1685x1855x4600 mm | 190 mm | |
Toyota RAV4 2023 Accessories
Standard equipment in the Toyota RAV4 includes: space-saver spare wheel, 7.0-inch instrument panel, powered windows, two USB-C ports, two 12-volt ports, two USB-A ports, 8.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system, four bottle holders, four cupholders, map pocket, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, push-button start and reversing camera with guidelines.
Toyota RAV4 2023 Boot Space
The RAV4 has a 542L boot capacity with all five seats in use.
Toyota RAV4 2023 Towing capacity
The Toyota RAV4’s towing capacity ranges from 480kg to 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.
| Toyota RAV4 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX (2WD) Hybrid | SUV | 2.5L,Hyb/ULP,CVT AUTO | 480kg | |
| GX (2WD) | SUV | 2.0L,—,CVT AUTO | 800kg | |
| GX (2WD) | SUV | 2.0L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 800kg | |
| GX (2WD) Hybrid | SUV | 2.5L,—,CVT AUTO | 480kg | |
Toyota RAV4 2023 Seats
The Toyota RAV4 comes with five seats (2/3). The second-row has a 60/40 split-fold. There are ISOFIX child seat mounts on the outboard seats plus three top tether anchor points. The back seat is narrow and you might struggle to fit three car seats in side by side. With the right seats, you should be able to fit three child seats side by side. Cloth trim is standard for seat upholstery until you get into higher grades.
Toyota RAV4 2023 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Toyota RAV4 currently offers fuel consumption from 4.8 to 7L/100km. The Toyota RAV4 is available with the following fuel types: —, ULP and Hyb/ULP.
| Toyota RAV4 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cruiser (2WD) | SUV | 2.0L,—,CVT AUTO | 6L/100km | |
| Cruiser (2WD) | SUV | 2.0L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 6L/100km | |
| Cruiser (2WD) Hybrid | SUV | 2.5L,—,CVT AUTO | 4.8L/100km | |
| Cruiser (2WD) Hybrid | SUV | 2.5L,Hyb/ULP,CVT AUTO | 4.8L/100km | |
| Cruiser (awd) Hybrid | SUV | 2.5L,—,CVT AUTO | 4.8L/100km | |
| Edge (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,—,8 SP AUTO | 7L/100km | |
Toyota RAV4 2023 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2023 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.
| Toyota RAV4 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX (2WD) Hybrid | SUV | 225x65 R17 | — | 225x65 R17 | — | |
| GX (2WD) | SUV | 225x65 R17 | — | 225x65 R17 | — | |
| GX (2WD) Hybr Full Size Spare | SUV | 225x65 R17 | — | 225x65 R17 | — | |
| GX (awd) Hybr Full Size Spare | SUV | 225x65 R17 | — | 225x65 R17 | — | |
Toyota RAV4 2023 Engine
The RAV4 has three engines available - a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine (127kW/203Nm), a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder petrol-electric hybrid (160kW/221Nm) and a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine (152kW/243Nm).
Toyota RAV4 2023 Speed
Independent testing has variants of the RAV4 sprint from 0-100km/h in around 8.1 seconds. Top speed varies between 190-200km/h depending on variant.
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Toyota RAV4 2023 Range
The RAV4 has a 55L fuel tank and has an approximate driving range of 785km to 1170km.