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Toyota RAV4 EV II (QEA38) 50 kWh (154 Hp)
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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)
EV II (QEA38) Overview:
Toyota RAV4 (EV II (QEA38)). With a weight of 1829 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
50 kWh (154 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers brisk acceleration for an SUV of its size and era, with instant electric torque making it responsive in city driving. Top speed is adequate but not a highlight.
Fuel Economy
Excellent efficiency as an EV, though its 166 km (103 miles) range is modest by modern standards. It was competitive for an early electric SUV, suitable for daily commuting.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Zero tailpipe emissions and quiet operation
- • Instant torque provides responsive acceleration
- • Spacious and practical SUV body style
- • Toyota's reputation for reliability, combined with Tesla's powertrain expertise
- • Good cargo capacity for an EV
Cons:
- • Limited electric range compared to newer EVs
- • High initial purchase price when new
- • Charging infrastructure was less developed at the time of release
- • Not widely available, making parts and service potentially challenging
- • Top speed is somewhat limited
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (XA30, facelift 2010): May, 2010 - February, 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | RAV4 |
| Generation: | EV II (QEA38) |
| Modification (Engine): | 50 kWh (154 Hp) |
| Start of production: | May, 2012 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Emission standard: | ZEV |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 84.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.9 kg/Nm, 202.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1829 |
| Max. weight: | 2270 |
| Max load: | 441 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2067 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1031 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4575 mm mm [210mm more] |
| Width: | 1816 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1684 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2659 mm mm [99mm more] |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1560 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm, Coil spring |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 41.8 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 50 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 154 Hp |
| System torque: | 370 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 166 km |
| Electric motor power: | 154 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 370 Nm |
| Average Energy consumption: | 27.6 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Battery weight: | 384 kg |
| Battery voltage: | 386 V |
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