What powertrain is brought in with the RAV4?

To be able to sustain the RAV4's great exploration capabilities, Toyota looks to bring in a powertrain suitable for the cause. Within each 2019 RAV4 is a capable 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder engine that can produce up to 203 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, offering a smooth shifting experience and allowing the SUV to accelerate at optimal outputs across multiple gears. Toyota also offers a choice between a front-wheel and all-wheel-drive configuration and boosts the fuel economy of the 4x4 system with engine stop/start technology which deactivates the engine during idling periods in order to enhance fuel economy. When properly configured, the RAV4 can last on adventures toting a city/highway fuel economy of 26/35 mpg and can tow upwards of 3,500 lbs of trailer capacity.

What does each trim level offer for features?

Toyota offers a well balanced five-unique trim levels that effectively spread the expansive feature list and system enhancements to allow for a great sense of customization as you increase in trim level. The starting base RAV4 LE comes with a substantial outfit of features including adaptive cruise control, automatic temperature control, a tilt/telescoping steering column, powered windows that fully raise/lower with one-touch, LED headlights and taillights, 60/40 split-folding rear seats, tinted rear windows, and a 7-inch touchscreen display with rearview camera, USB ports, Bluetooth connectivity as well as Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa integration. Going with the RAV4 XLE trim will bring the great features found in the LE trim as well as LED headlights that activate automatically, fog lights, keyless entry and ignition, a power-operated moonroof, variable intermittent windshield wipers, dual-zone automatic temperature control, and additional USB ports throughout the cabin. The XLE Premium trim adds on a few more key features such as a powered liftgate, leather interior upholstery set with a wrapped steering wheel, and a power-adjusting driver's seat. With the RAV4 Adventure, you will find a selection of handy utilities such as a 120-Volt power outlet, improved digital driver information display, larger 8-inch infotainment touchscreen display, higher sitting roof rails, and unique trim design elements with the exterior and interior designs. The Limited is the highest level trim offered with the RAV4 bringing in a similar kit of high-end features as the Adventure while also including heated front seats with position memory settings, chrome styling elements to the exterior, puddle lights, and more. Ask our dealers about the optional features and packages that Toyota offers with the RAV4 to help customize your experience!

How is the RAV4 rated in safety and security?

Toyota dedicates a lot of effort into making the 2019 RAV4 one of the safest small-SUV rides on the road, earning an official NHTSA safety rating of 5 stars. Coming standard with every RAV4 are safety and security features such as a full advanced airbag system, seatbelt pretensioners, tire pressure monitoring system, blind-spot monitoring that utilizes sensors for rear cross-traffic detection, trailer-sway control, hill start assist and more. Toyota also brings in its Safety Sense and Star Safety System which add a great number of advanced safety technologies usually only seen at higher trim levels. Some of the key features from both of these systems include enhanced stability control, dynamic cruise control utilizing radar to maintain safe distances on the highway, and lane departure warning with lane trace assistance.