Celebrating The Original: 20 Years Of The Toyota RAV4
Toyota marks the 20th anniversary of RAV4 with a look back at the success of the original compact, recreational SUV.
Toyota marks the 20th anniversary of RAV4 with a look back at the success of the original compact, recreational SUV.
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RAV4, the Toyota that inspired a whole new market segment for compact recreational SUVs, is proving the master of sustained success with a new-look 2010 model.
Toyota’s RAV4 gets a fresh new look for 2010, with a redesign that blends contemporary urban style with the durability for which Europe’s original recreational compact SUV is renowned.
Fifteen years ago the original RAV4 created a new market segment for compact, fun-to-drive SUVs. Now it is ready to raise the bar higher with improved performance, lower emissions and even better fuel economy.
KEY POINTS New sports-themed version of Europe’s best-selling SUV Exclusively powered by 175bhp (177 DIN hp) 2.2 D-4D engine Nought to 62mph in 9.3 seconds 18-inch alloys, extended wheelarches and run-flat tyres Dark-tinted headlamps Integrated
The chance to watch movies or play computer games while on the move has helped banish back-seat boredom for millions of motorists.
New RAV4 and Yaris models are lined up for 2008, ensuring Toyota customers can enjoy some true New Year bargains.
To provide drivers with the highest possible level of active safety protection, Toyota has introduced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control (TRC) as an option across the complete Yaris range.
The Toyota RAV4 was the inspiration for a new market segment for compact SUVs when it was launched in 1994 and has since proved an enduring success, with in excess of 1.8 million sales worldwide.