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Toyota RAV4 I (XA10) 3-door 2.4i (167 Hp) Automatic
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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) 3-door Overview:
Toyota RAV4 (I (XA10) 3-door). With 224 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1350 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4i (167 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
If this 167 Hp 2.4L engine were available for the XA10 generation (which is historically unlikely, as this engine typically appeared in later generations), it would offer significantly improved performance over the 2.0L, making the RAV4 feel much more spirited.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy data is not provided, but a 2.4L engine with 167 Hp would likely consume more fuel than the 2.0L, especially with an automatic transmission, though the power increase might justify it for some.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Toyota reliability and durability
- • Compact size and maneuverability for urban driving
- • Capable 4WD system for light off-road adventures
- • Distinctive and timeless styling
- • Good fuel economy for an early SUV
Cons:
- • Limited cargo space in the 3-door variant
- • Basic interior amenities and materials
- • Standard 2.0L engine is not very powerful by modern standards
- • Older safety features compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Short wheelbase can lead to a somewhat choppy ride
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(EV I (BEA11) 3-door: 1997 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | RAV4 |
| Generation: | I (XA10) 3-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4i (167 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 167 Hp @ 6000 rpm. [0hp less] |
| Power per litre: | 70.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 224 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2AZ-FE More details about the engine 2AZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 2362 |
| 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: | 3.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 123.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 165.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1350 |
| Max. weight: | 1825 |
| Max load: | 475 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1365 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4200 mm mm [505mm more] |
| Width: | 1735 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Height: | 1680 mm mm [60mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2490 mm mm [290mm more] |
| Front track: | 1510 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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