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Toyota RAV4 V (facelift 2021) 2.5 (203 Hp) ECT-i
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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)
V (facelift 2021) Overview:
Toyota RAV4 (V (facelift 2021)). With 249 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1555 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 (203 Hp) ECT-i Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Robust non-hybrid engine delivering strong performance for a FWD SUV, suitable for confident highway merging and cruising with its traditional automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy (7.8 l/100 km) for a non-hybrid petrol engine of this displacement, especially in FWD configuration.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency, especially with hybrid and PHEV options
- • Renowned Toyota reliability and low maintenance costs
- • Spacious and practical interior with good cargo capacity
- • Strong safety ratings and comprehensive suite of driver-assist features
- • Available AWD-i system provides excellent traction and light off-road capability
- • Diverse engine lineup caters to various needs and budgets
Cons:
- • CVT can be noisy under hard acceleration in some non-PHEV trims
- • Infotainment system, while functional, can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Ride quality can be firm on larger wheels
- • Not a true hardcore off-roader (except for specific TRD trims)
- • Higher trims, especially the PHEV, can be expensive
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V: September, 2020 - September, 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | RAV4 |
| Generation: | V (facelift 2021) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 (203 Hp) ECT-i |
| Start of production: | September, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 203 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 81.6 Hp/l [5mm less] |
| Torque: | 249 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | A25A-FKS More details about the engine A25A-FKS |
| Engine displacement: | 2487 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 103.4 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 13:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.7-6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 6.7-6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV-II |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 132.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 162.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1529-1581 |
| Max. weight: | 2091 |
| Max load: | 510-562 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1977 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1062 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 680 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 68 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4595 mm [5mm less] |
| Width: | 1854 mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1702-1707 mm [12mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2690 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 213-218 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11-11.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 19° |
| Departure angle: | 21° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | ECT-i |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 304.8 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 281.94 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/65 R17; 235/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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