Toyota RAV4 1.8 2WD 5V
What is the essence of an urban SUV? Of course, not driving in the right terrain, but its appearance, combined with the fact that its owner knows that he will be mobile even there, because his friends will be stuck with "regular" cars, is certainly enough to attract quite a few customers.
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There are even city SUVs that do not deserve this title at all. Let's say a Toyota RAV 4 with a 1-litre engine and only front-wheel drive. The relief is only the shape of the body and the position behind the wheel. Or homemade: lipstick.
In appearance, this RAV is the same as its all-wheel drive counterpart. The interior is pleasing to the eye, with a transparent dashboard that can evoke a sporty look and a three-spoke steering wheel with wide longitudinal seat adjustments even for taller drivers and good lateral seat grip.
Some switches are still awkwardly set, which is a common feature of Japanese cars. There is also plenty of room in the back for both passengers and luggage. The rear is also quite comfortable, only the rear bench is slightly more than the front, as the rear suspension is quite stiff. This is especially noticeable on rubble, but those who drive on such roads several times will probably still choose the all-wheel drive version.
There are no problems on the pavement, the RAV4 is good both on the track and in corners, since the chassis does not tilt much. In addition, the steering wheel is quite straight and quite communicative (of course, by the standards of this class of cars), so quick turns do not cause inconvenience, but also give pleasure.
Since the RAV4 we tested didn't have all-wheel drive, it was also able to settle for a slightly weaker engine than the all-wheel drive model. Thus, the displacement of the engine is two deciliters less, but it is still quite powerful. It's capable of 125 horsepower, 25 less than the 1794-liter model, but because of the lighter weight and less friction when transferring power to the wheels, it's actually as fast as its all-wheel drive sibling. The 4 cc four-cylinder boasts the VVLTi system, a logical extension of the VVTi system from the two-liter engine. Here, too, we are talking about flexible control of the opening time of the suction valve, but this time not in stages, but continuously. The result is great engine flexibility, so this RAVXNUMX will also fit well in the hands of those who like to be lazy when overtaking.
Why buyers want a car that hints at an off-road chassis and drivetrain design when it is actually just a slightly raised station wagon is not clear to me, but one of the reasons is probably the price, which is a lot cheaper than the all-wheel drive version. However, such comfort on the first snow (or slippery road) can quickly escalate into rage and curious glances from passers-by.
The SUV is not going anywhere, only the front wheels are spinning. Or they may think that you are such a desperate driver that you cannot even drive in the snow with four-wheel drive. In any case, there are enough reasons to seriously consider whether it makes any sense to buy an SUV without all-wheel drive.
Dusan Lukic
Photo: Urosh Potocnik.
Toyota RAV4 1.8 2WD 5V
Basic data
| Sales: | Toyota Adria Ltd. |
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| Base model price: | 20.968,32 € |
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| Power: | 92kW (125 KM) |
| Acceleration (0-100 km / h): | 12,2 with |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km / h |
| Mixed flow ECE: | 7,4l / 100km |
Technical information
| engine: | 4-cylinder - 4-stroke - in-line - petrol - transverse front mounted - bore and stroke 79,0 × 91,5 mm - displacement 1794 cm3 - compression ratio 10,0:1 - maximum power 92 kW (125 hp) c.) at 6000 rpm - maximum torque 161 Nm at 4200 rpm - crankshaft in 5 bearings - 2 camshafts in the head (chain) - 4 valves per cylinder (VVT-i) - electronic multipoint injection and electronic ignition - liquid cooling 6,4 l - engine oil 4,0 l - variable catalyst |
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| Energy transfer: | the engine drives the front wheels - 5-speed synchronized transmission - gear ratio I. 3,545; II. 1,904; III. 1,310 hours; IV. 1,031 hours; V. 0,864; reverse 3,250 - differential 4,312 - tires 215/70 R 16 (Toyo Radial) |
| Capacity: | top speed 175 km / h - acceleration 0-100 km / h 12,2 s - fuel consumption (ECE) 9,4 / 6,2 / 7,4 l / 100 km (unleaded gasoline, elementary school 95) |
| Transportation and suspension: | 5 doors, 5 seats - self-supporting body - front single suspension, leaf springs, triangular cross rails, stabilizer - rear single suspension, double cross rails, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer - two wheel brakes, front disc (forced cooling), rear disc , power steering, ABS, EBD - rack and pinion steering wheel, power steering |
| Mass: | empty vehicle 1300 kg - permissible total weight 1825 kg - permissible trailer weight with brake 1000 kg, without brake 500 kg - permissible roof load 100 kg |
| External dimensions: | length 4245 mm - width 1735 mm - height 1695 mm - wheelbase 2490 mm - track front 1505 mm - rear 1495 mm - driving radius 10,6 m |
| Inner dimensions: | length 1790 mm - width 1390/1350 mm - height 1030/920 mm - longitudinal 770-1050 / 930-620 mm - fuel tank 57 l |
| Box: | standard 410/970 l |
Our measurements
| T = 11 ° C – p = 972 mbar – otn. vl. = 68% | |
| Acceleration 0-100km: | 10,5s |
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| 1000m from the city: | 32,9 years ( 149 km / h) |
| Maximum speed: | 173km / h (V.) |
| Minimum consumption: | 9,2l / 100km |
| test consumption: | 10,3 l / 100km |
| Braking distance at 100 km / h: | 44,3m |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 3rd gear | 58dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 4rd gear | 56dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 5rd gear | 56dB |
| Test errors: | unmistakable |
evaluation
The fact that the test RAV4 does not have all-wheel drive is not visible from the outside. So if you only want off-road lipsticks and good prices, that's right. But in winter, for example, one can be very sorry.
We praise and reproach
engine
sitting in front
inner and outer shape
precise steering wheel
enough space for small items
drive wheels like to spin in neutral
transparency back
