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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. More than 655,000 of these have
been in Europe, where RAV4 has consistently been the best-selling 4x4
passenger vehicle.
The third generation
model sets new benchmarks. New diesel engines are cleaner,
more powerful and more fuel efficient; new suspension for improved ride
and handling; more advanced safety systems for occupant and pedestrian
protection; a new, more versatile interior design; and fresh exterior
styling combine to reinforce the RAV4’s reputation for all-round
excellence.
Two of Toyota’s new
generation 2.2-litre D-4D common rail diesel engines are offered in the
RAV4 for the first time. The D-4D 180, with 175bhp (177 DIN hp)
and 0 to 62mph acceleration in 9.3 seconds, is the most powerful engine
in its class, yet will return 40.4mpg in combined cycle driving. Notably
fuel economy and emissions levels are better than for the previous
generation RAV4’s 2.0-litre D-4D engine.
The D-4D 180 is
available exclusively in the new RAV4 flagship model, the T180. The
volume diesel power unit is the D-4D 140, delivering 134bhp (136 DIN
hp), 0 to 62mph in 10.5 seconds and 42.8mpg (combined). Toyota
D-CAT (Diesel - Clean Advanced Technology) applied to the D-4D 180,
including the unique DPNR four-way catalyst system, gives the engine
world-leading combined nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter (PM)
emissions. Diesel models are equipped with Toyota’s latest
six-speed manual gearbox.
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Statistics - MY2006
CO2 emissions: 173g/km
MPG Combined: 42.8
Engine: 2231cc Diesel
Transmission : 6 Speed Man
BHP/Torque: 136/310 NM
Kerb Weight: 1585 kg
Top Speed: 112 MPH
0-62 MPH: 10.5 secs
Insurance Group: 11
Warranty: 3 yrs/60,000 |
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Reviews:
Review by Stuart from West Sussex on 15
June 2008
Toyota RAV4 T180: As to be expected,
another fine "car" from Toyota. Quick, very quick and frugal. I admit to
having a lead foot and it gives no less than 35mpg. Add that to cheaper
road tax, and a rock solid residual value, a good "car". Oh and it
drives so well, has all the toys and being a Toyota it never has been
back to the dealer apart from its first years service.
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