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Toyota RAV4 I (XA10) 5-door 2.0i 16V (129 Hp) 4WD
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Toyota RAV4:
The Toyota RAV4 is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. It is known for starting the wave of compact crossovers. The RAV4 is the best-selling sport utility vehicle of all time, having sold over 10 million units by February 2020. In February 2025, the RAV4 replaced the Ford F-150 as the top selling car in the United States, after nearly four decades of the F-150's reign.
It made its debut in Japan and Europe in 1994, and in North America in 1995, being launched in January 1996. The vehicle was designed for consumers wanting a vehicle that had most of the benefits of SUVs, such as increased cargo room, higher visibility, and the option of full-time four-wheel drive, along with the maneuverability of a mid-size car. The vehicle's name is an abbreviation of "Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive", or "Robust Accurate Vehicle with 4-wheel drive", although not all models come equipped with the four-wheel drive system....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (XA10) 5-door Overview:
Toyota RAV4 (I (XA10) 5-door). With 175 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1220 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 169 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0i 16V (129 Hp) 4WD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 129 Hp 2.0L 3S-FE engine provides a lively and reliable driving experience. When paired with a manual transmission (assumed for this trim), it offers better engagement and potentially snappier acceleration than the automatic.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency for a permanent 4WD compact SUV of its era, likely slightly better than the automatic variant due to the manual transmission's inherent efficiency advantages.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Toyota reliability and durability
- • Permanent 4WD system offers good traction
- • Compact size makes it agile and easy to park
- • Decent fuel economy for a 4x4 of its time
- • Fun and engaging driving experience for an SUV
Cons:
- • Limited serious off-road capability compared to traditional SUVs
- • Interior space can feel cramped for rear passengers
- • Safety features are basic by modern standards
- • Ride can be firm on rougher roads
- • Aging design and technology
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (XA10) 3-door: 1994 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | RAV4 |
| Generation: | I (XA10) 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i 16V (129 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 129 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 64.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 175 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3S-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 3S-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 169 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.5 kg/Hp, 105.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7 kg/Nm, 143.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1220 |
| Max. weight: | 1710 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 646 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 407 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4115 mm mm [410mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1660 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2410 mm mm [210mm more] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1465 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 205 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 37° |
| Departure angle: | 30° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.0J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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