Review Of 2010 Toyota RAV4 Truck

Introduction of 2010 Toyota RAV4

The 2010 Toyota RAV4 priced at MSRP: $21,500 – $27,810 is the best pick for a small mid size crossover SUV. This mid size SUV is quite comfortable, spacious and easy to drive. Even though there is high competition in the mid size crossover segment, this edition remains one of the most appealing SUV. It gains over its competitors like Honda CRV, Chevy Equinox and Ford Edge etc.

What’s on offer?

The new 2010 Toyota RAV4 offers very minor changes in its interiors.

Silhouette

THE 2010 Toyota RAV4 offers very masculine look.  Its mere cute styling has been replaced with sporty, sleek and modernly rugged looks which appeal to most buyers. Its body style fits into the longer body frame perfectly.

The exteriors are impressive except the cargo door has no separate opening glass door.

Inside the cabin

The RAV4 has minor noticeable changes for the 2010 edition. This edition boasts of spacious interiors with large and simple controls that are functional and well placed.  This edition can comfortably seat five passengers and seven passengers when passengers are added on the third row. The rear seats are reclining to offer comfort to the passenger while travelling at the same time they flip forward if there is additional cargo space needed. This edition has bigger cargo space in comparison to other mid size SUV.

Overall the interiors are quite practical and functional with less plastic in comparison to other models.

Features of 2010 Toyota RAV4

The 2010 Toyota RAV4 is available in three trim levels Base, Sport and Limited. Each trim features the option of four wheel drive or all wheel drive. It also offers the option four cylinder or V6 engine.

The standard Base edition is equipped with 16 inch steel wheels, full power accessories, cruise control, keyless entry, air conditioning, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel and a six speaker audio system with CD player and auxiliary audio jack. The base V6 engine with all wheel drive additionally includes 17 inch alloy wheels.

The Sport edition is equipped with 18 inch alloy wheels, sport suspension, tuning and color keyed bumper. The Sport Appearance package on All while drive system includes spare tire less rear door, run flat tires, chrome exterior details, leather wrapped steering wheel,  and heated side view mirror.

The RAV4 Limited  edition sports  regular 17 inch alloy wheels, regular suspension, automatic  headlights, heated mirrors, keyless entry, dual zone automatic climate control, hard shell spare  tire cover, roof rails and a premium audio player with six CD changer and satellite radio.

The 2010 Toyota RAV4 offers options of third row seat and back up camera. The sport and limited trim includes sunroof, touch screen navigation system, and an upgraded JBL stereo with nine speakers and Bluetooth. The Sport and the Limited edition offers the premium package which adds leather upholstery, eight way power driver seat with power lumbar support.

2010 Toyota RAV4 Powertrain

The 2010 Toyota RAV4 is powered by 2.5 liter four cylinder engine that generates 179 horsepower and 172 pounds feet of torque. It is teamed with four speed automatic transmission. This robust engine offers an estimated fuel economy of  22mpg city/28 mpg highway/and 24 mg combined on front wheel drive system and 21 mpg city/27 mpg highway /24 mpg  combined on four wheel drive system.

Toyota also offers the option of 3.5 liter V6 engine that delivers 269 horsepower and 246 pounds feet of torque.  It offers an estimated fuel economy of 19/27/22 mpg for front wheel drive system and 19/26/22 with 4WD.

2010 Toyota RAV4 Safety

The 2010 Toyota RAV4 features front seat side airbag, full length side curtain airbag, antilock disc brakes, stability control and traction control. The V6 equipped vehicles adds Hill Start Assist and Down Hill Assist control.

During the various crash test that were conducted to check the efficiency of this edition it scored five stars for driver protection on frontal impact and four stars for front passenger protection . It scored five stars for front and rear passenger protection in side impact.

Conclusion

The 2010 Toyota RAV4 is mid size crossover SUV with spacious interiors, solid build quality, excellent power and fuel economy from V6 engine, and offers an refined ride and handling. The main drawback that was noted is mediocre inside cabin.