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  LONGER, WIDER, LOWER: The new RAV4 is longer (+205mm over SWB model without rear wheel carrier), wider (+30mm) and lower (-25mm) than its predecessor. The exterior has signature elements of Toyota’s new design language. The new “face” sees more assertive elements such as a lower grille, new diode headlights and fresh detailing.
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  IMPROVED SAFETY: The new model has increased rigidity and earned five stars in Euro NCAP rating, helped by new anti-whiplash head restraints and seven air bags. Lane departure alert and a blind spot monitor have been added to the RAV4 for the first time.
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  DYNAMIC DRIVE: The new RAV4 has enhanced suspension, revised steering and a "dynamic drive" system with Sport mode to modify control of the AWD, stability control and steering. Downhill braking and hill-start assistance are options.
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  NEW ENGINES: European markets have a choice of a 111kW 2.0 petrol (AWD, CVT), a new 90kW 2.0 diesel (FWD, six-speed manual) and a 110kW 2.2 diesel (AWD, six-speed manual or auto). The 2.0 petrol has a emissions rating of 167g/km, the diesel 127g/km. The 2.2 diesel manual emits 149g/km, auto 176g/km.
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  IMPROVED INTERIOR: The new dashboard has a metal finish with soft padding and leather trim. Instrumentation has blue back-lighting.
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  MORE COMFORT: At 4.5m long and with a wheel base of 2.6m, Toyota says, the new RAV offers significantly more room for passengers and cargo. The front-to-rear seat distance is 970mm. The rear seats have been made more comfortable by increasing the cushion’s length and increasing its surface angle while Toyota’s Easy Flat system allows the rear seats to be easily folded flat. The seats divide 60:40 and each can be reclined independently.

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