Affected by the price war of many new energy models in our country, at present, many joint venture brand models have good preferential policies and preferential margins, for the joint venture models that once had a good performance and reputation in the market, the current price performance is relatively affordable, today we talk about Toyota RAV4 . This car is positioned as a compact SUV. There are fuel versions and hybrid versions. RAV4 Glory 2023 2.0L CVT two-drive Style PLUS edition.
Interior performance
We sat in the front row and talked about the interior. The layout of the central control is familiar. Round steering wheel with floating center control screen. There are physical buttons, and there are mechanical handlebars. The instrument panel has a few horizontal lines and a chrome finish to create a layered feel. The interior looks sleek, but retains a certain Toyota style.
The steering wheel is leather. The coil is solid, but it doesn’t feel thick. And with his good feedback, it felt good to get started.
A neat row of physical buttons and large knobs can be seen in the air conditioning control area. Blind operation is convenient. Of course, air conditioning can be adjusted through voice recognition. This depends on individual preferences and usage habits. The point is, this car gives you choice.
The center control screen is a floating design. It’s a 10.25-inch landscape display. That’s a good size for a compact SUV. The height is at the same level as the high point of the steering wheel and does not block the view ahead. Supports CarPlay, CarLife and Hicar. Once connected to the phone, various apps can be used. That’s a good thing.
Appearance aspect
RAV4 is a young sports route. It’s a bit of an American car. The front face is equipped with a polygonal grille, and the periphery is surrounded by a tough layer. It has a prominent front bumper underneath. There’s a sense of power and a sense of hierarchy. Headlamp shape angular, looking very sharp. Automatic LED headlights are standard. Even during the day, the low light automatically turns on when you go through the tunnel. It’s convenient and safe. It also has adaptive near and far light function. Front fog lights are also standard. The lights are full, and the sense of technology is enough.
The tail is still hard and square feeling. The taillights do not use the popular through-through design. But with a through-line chrome-plated strip connection. Visually widens the tail for increased recognition and refinement. There is a thick black surround below, a silver lower shield, and the exhaust pipes are exposed on both sides. The sense of movement is very strong. The level of appearance of this car is quite acceptable. It has the toughness and energy that young people like.
Hard body lines can be seen on the side. The flat roof line is matched with the luggage rack, and a circle of black surrounds the bottom, bringing a good off-road sense. Low-fit models outside the car come with front keyless entry and keyless start. You can open the door without taking the keys and let the car run. There’s something young people like.
Spatial representation
Let’s lift the tailgate and see how the cargo space performs. Trunk 580L, plenty of cargo space. The design also worked. It’s deep and it’s hollowed out. There’s no problem with strollers or wheelchairs. The back backrest can be scaled down, and flexibility is also available. This trunk works fine.
The RAV4’s wheelbase is 2690mm. The parameters belong to the median level in the same class. But the sense of interior space is still very good. The traditional big factory has achieved precipitate in design. The 178cm experience, in the driver’s seat height adjusted to the lowest position, head from the ceiling is a punch and three fingers away.
Keep the front seat in the same position and sit in the back. There’s also a punch and three fingers in head space. And two punches of legroom. The whole back row is very loose. It doesn’t feel like a compact car at all. The seats are comfortable, too. The rear seat cushions are quite deep, too. The filler is firm enough. The support of the legs is relatively adequate. The backrest Angle is also adjustable. When adjusted to the right position, it gives good support to the waist. It is not easy to feel tired after a long ride.
Dynamic performance
In terms of power, the RAV4 is available in fuel and hybrid versions. It’s the fuel version. It uses a 2.0L engine and a CVT transmission. The maximum output power is 126kW and the maximum torque is 206N·m. Even in standard comfort mode, it’s a brisk start. Step on the accelerator lightly, the speed will be pulled up, and there will be no hesitation. The middle and back are full, and the speed increases with the tempo of the pedal. When running at high speed, the second acceleration, the power also has a good texture. This car is suitable for driving in the city. It’s an easy, smooth run.
Comfort performance
The chassis uses the front McPherson and rear Type E multi-link suspension architecture. Take the home comfort route. It can completely soften the imperfections of the pavement. The performance of the filter meets the expectations of a family car. Moreover, the upper connecting rod restrains the tilt of the wheel, and can stabilize the body when turning.
Make a summary
The RAV4 is a compact SUV with a fuel version that runs smoothly, has plenty of space and is fuel efficient. Is a more practical family car. And the whole system is equipped with L2 assist driving, there are seven airbags. The sense of technology and security is also very strong.
