Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 has been fully restyled and re-equipped for 2010  with even higher equipment levels. A new entry point model, the 2.2 D-4D XT-R with two wheel drive and six-speed manual transmission is also introduced. For the first time also, the range topping 148bhp 2.2 D-4D D-CAT unit is offered in XT-R trim as well.

The new front end gets a strong new look, anchored by a new wider grille as seen on the new Verso and Avensis. The new look headlights incorporate projector-type low beam lamps, emphasising the wider look plus two new colours have also been added, Deep Titanium metallic and White Pearl pearlescent.

New RAV4

The RAV4 XT-R AWD model gets a new leather and Alcantara upholstery combination as standard, together with heated front seats. Both the AWD and 2WD models also get new 17-inch alloy wheels. Toyota contract hire prices should be loaded shortly.

New Toyota RAV4

Toyota is updating the RAV4 for 2010 with a fresh new look and styling for their popular SUV. The 2010 RAV4 has an all-new front end look that is aerodynamically more efficent and with the wider grille, horizontal bars and chrome accents, shows off the new Toyota family styling.

New Toyota RAV4

This new look has already been seen on the latest Avensis, Verso and Auris models and is finished off with new headlights with projector-type low beam lamps.

Inside the cabin the quality finish is complimented by new leather and Alcantara upholstery.

Toyota will be powering the 2010 RAV4 with its Toyota Optimal Drive powertrains, with 2.0-litre Valvematic petrol and 2.2 D-4D and D-CAT diesel engines with six-speed manual, Multidrive S (CVT transmission) and six speed automatic transmissions.

The CO2 emissions in the range start from 150g/km and full prices and vehicle technical data will be announced later in the spring.

Following the news item yesterday, Toyota has named the cars that may be affected with the potential accelerator pedal recall problem and the precise number of cars affected may be as high as 1.8 million.

There is a possibility that the accelerator pedal may stick or return slowly to the idle position and these are the Toyota cars affected.

1. AYGO – Feb 2005- Aug 2009)
2. iQ ( Nov 2008 – Nov 2009)
3. Yaris ( Nov 2005- Sep 2009)
4. Auris ( Oct 2006- 5  Jan 2010)
5. Corolla (Oct 2006 – Dec 2009)
6. Verso ( Feb 2009- 5 Jan 2010)
7. Avensis ( Nov 2008 – Dec 2009)
8. RAV4 (Nov 2005- Nov 2009)

Toyota is making great efforts to resolve the situation as quickly as possible and if you have any concerns or drive one of the cars above call Toyota GB Customer Relations on 0800 1388 744.

Toyota launches the new Verso seven-seat MPV

Toyota is launching the new Verso in April 2009. This new MPV is designed to achieve the new EuroNCAP rating of five stars and comes packed with the following safety options as standard.

- ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA).

- Steering assist Vehicle Stability Control (VSC+).

- Traction Control TRC).

- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC).

The new Verso offers seven seats and certainly raises safety levels all round.