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The 2022 Toyota RAV4 brings off-road capabilities, generous cabin space and automated driving technologies for safe driving–the perfect combination for autumn excursions on and off-road.
Toyota also offers variety of two hybrid models to meet the need of drivers who want the
advantages of electric drive-trains: the traditional RAV4 Hybrid as well as RAV4 Prime, the first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle in the RAV4 line-up.
Under the Hood
The 2022 RAV4 is available in six trim levels: LE, XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure, TRD Off-Road and Limited. All models use a 2.5-liter engine paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission that generates 203 hp and 184 Ib-ft of torque.
RAV4 Hybrid is powered by a 2.5-liter engine and assisted by two electric motors for a combined output of 219 hp and 163 Ib-ft of torque. One of the electric motors powers the rear wheels, while the second motor and the gasoline engine drive the front wheels.
The traditional hybrid model offers excellent fuel efficiency for its class at 40 mpg combined in the city and highway. RAV-4 Prime has up to an EPA-estimate combined 94 MPGe.
When traveling in electric-only driving, RAV4 Prime offers a range of up 42 miles. It combines an inline-4 cylinder engine with an electric motor at the rear axle that generates 302 hp.
RAV4 Prime comes with a 3.3-kWh onboard charger that charges the plug-in hybrid in 12 hours. An optional upgrade 6.6. kWh charger reduces the full charging time to 2.5 hours.
Comfort and Convenience
Standard features include a 6-speaker stereo, USB port, Wi-Fi hotspot, satellite radio and a 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatibility.
Selective enhancements include a 7-inch digital instrument cluster display, an 8-inch touchscreen, 11-speaker JBL premium stereo, a panoramic roof, dual-zone automatic climate control and Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging.
More than 37 cubic feet of cargo space is available behind the RAV4 rear seats and 69.8 cubic feet with the back seats folded down.
The hybrid model offers the same storage space, adding a large rear opening that makes it easy to load bulky items. An optional, hands-free liftgate makes loading gear easy.
In the RAV4 Prime, the battery pack was designed to free up valuable cargo space. In fact, RAV4 Prime offers the same luggage space as its gas and hybrid variants. It provides additional space for small items with a small center console and nifty tray lining the full length of the dashboard.
Safety
Toyota Safety Sense is available on all 2022 RAV4 models and packed with active safety technologies for a safer driving experience. Some of these driver-assistive features include:
- Pre Collision System
- Lane Departure Alert
- Automatic High Beam
- Road Sign Assist
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Pre Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Adaptive Cruise Control
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