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2021 saw Toyota's RAV4 take out the #3 spot in Australia's best selling vehicle list. The popular medium SUV obviously appeals to Australian masses, perfectly suiting the Australian lifestyle. The great news, Toyota has expanded the ever-popular RAV4 range to now include a new mid-level XSE variant in 2WD, and AWD with Hybrid powertrain. And that's not all, RAV4 now offers Hybrid powertrain availability on all ranges, plus it's had a heap of equipment and style updates too. Read all the RAV4 news below, then book your test drive with Ken Mills Toyota today.

MID-LEVEL XSE VARIANT
The newly introduced XSE sporty variant slots into the range between the GXL and Cruiser grades when the updated range arrives in the first quarter of 2022, and will be offered with both 2WD and AWD hybrid powertrain options.

THE HYBRID ONLY, NEW RAV4 HAS A SPORTY NEW LOOK. CHECK OUT IT'S CREDENTIALS: 

• EXTERIOR - The new mid-range XSE is distinguished from the rest of the RAV4 line-up thanks to its stylish black accents, applied to the front and rear bumper, grille, fog light garnish, fenders, exterior mirrors, door mouldings and two-tone roof.
• GLOSS BLACK ALLOYS - The 18-inch alloy wheels are also finished in gloss black, with a new eye-catching twin-spoke design and fitted with 225/60R18 tyres.
• PAINT - XSE is available with four colours - Crystal Pearl, Silver Sky, Graphite and Mineral Blue - all paired with a black roof.
• INSIDE -  the XSE builds on the specification of the GXL and adds a range of enhancements, continuing the darkened exterior theme with a black roof headliner and pillar garnish.
• SOFTEX SEATS - Seats are upholstered in 'Softex' premium material, with two-stage heating for the driver and front passenger and 10-way power adjustment including lumbar support for the driver.
• AMBIENCE - Leather-accented door trims and unique mood lighting gives the interior of the XSE added premium ambience.
• MULTIMEDIA - A 7.0-inch multi information display in the instrument cluster is paired with the 8.0-inch display audio touchscreen infotainment system with satellite navigation, smartphone compatibility and wireless charging¹.
• A power rear hatch rounds out the list of additional features on the XSE over the GXL

XSE IS HYBRID ONLY - Available in either front or all-wheel drive, the XSE is offered exclusively with the 2.5-litre petrol-electric hybrid powertrain, producing a combined 160kW in 2WD guise. Opting for AWD adds a second electric motor on the rear axle bringing combined output to 163kW, while also adding Trail mode function that alters the throttle, wheel braking and torque distribution to maximise traction in slippery conditions.

WHAT OTHER TECH GRADES FOR RAV4?
HYBRID OPTIONS FOR ALL GRADES: And it's not just the addition of the mid-range, sporty, XSE variant that's exciting. RAV4 now offers the ever popular, fuel efficient Hybrid powertrain across the full RAV4 range. 

Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley said the new RAV4 updates ensure Toyota keeps delivering improvements that customers want."Customer demand for the RAV4 hybrid models has been most encouraging with the intelligent hybrid powertrain making up over 70 per cent of all RAV4 sales," Mr Hanley said.

The Hybrid RAV4s appeal to the fuel conscious, environmentally aware customer and highlights Toyota's commitment to deliver ever better cars.

EXTERIOR - The updated RAV4 line-up sees a number of range-wide exterior changes with a new projector LED headlamp design for hybrid variants that now features three clear segments housing the high/low beams, the turning lights, and the combined daytime running, parking and clearance lights.
LED FOG LAMPS - have also been introduced across the range as standard.
PAINT - Nine different exterior paint colours are available on the new range, with the new Mineral Blue metallic hue replacing Eclectic Blue in the line-up².
ALLOYS - New alloy wheel designs have been introduced on all variants bar Cruiser petrol, with the 17-inch alloys on the GX now finished in light grey, and new design 18-inch wheels on GXL, XSE and Cruiser hybrid, and 19-inch alloys for Edge.
GXL - wheels have changed to a five dual-spoke design with a dark silver finish, Cruiser now sports a similar gloss black design to XSE, and Edge grades incorporate a new design with matte grey finish.
INSIDE THE CABIN - GX grades gain DAB+ digital radio for the display audio system, rear seat reminder and LED interior lights, replacing halogen lights.
GXL AND ABOVE - Boast new illuminated door switches have been added, bringing extra convenience to the cabin.
CRUISER - grades gain a digital rearview mirror, which uses the rear parking camera to provide a clearer and wider field of view while also reducing glare. The digital rearview mirror can be activated and disabled via a lever at the bottom of the mirror. Cruiser variants also add three-stage front seat heating and ventilation, with eight-way power adjustment for the front passenger seat.

PETROL - In addition to the 2.5-litre hybrid powertrain that is available across the range, the RAV4 is available with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine for 2WD GX, GXL and Cruiser versions. The petrol engine generates a maximum 127kW of power at 6600rpm and peak torque of 203Nm from 4400-4900rpm, and is teamed to a continuously variable transmission. All petrol grades now feature engine stop-start technology to maximise fuel efficiency.

TOYOTA SERVICE ADVANTAGE - The Toyota RAV4 is also covered by Toyota Service Advantage, which offers capped price servicing for 5 years or 75,000 kilometres (up to the first 5 services), with a price of $230 per service and a service interval of 12 months/15,000 kilometres⁴.

RANGE AND PRICING
RAV4 Pricing⁵
GX 2WD petrol: $34,300
GX 2WD hybrid: $36,800
GX AWD hybrid: $39,800

GXL 2WD petrol: $37,825
GXL 2WD hybrid: $40,325
GXL AWD hybrid: $43,325

XSE 2WD hybrid: $42,825
XSE AWD hybrid: $45,825

Cruiser 2WD petrol: $42,500
Cruiser 2WD hybrid: $45,000
Cruiser AWD hybrid: $48,000

Edge AWD petrol: $49,820
Edge AWD hybrid: $52,320

Options:
Premium Paint: $675
Navigation (GX hybrid only): $1,000
Navigation and full-sized spare (GX hybrid only): $1,300
Panoramic roof (Edge AWD petrol only): $1,300

¹ Only Qi-supported devices compatible. Refer to device manufacturer. May require additional purchase of accessory to support wireless charging.
² Toyota Australia reserves the right to vary or discontinue the current interior and exterior colours, trims and colour/trim/model combinations. Colours and trims displayed are a guide only and may vary from actual colours due to printing/display process. See your Toyota dealer to confirm availability when ordering your vehicle. 
³ Driver assist feature. Only operates under certain conditions. Check your Owner's Manual for explanation of limitations. Please drive safely.
⁴ Refer to toyota.com.au/advantage for full details and customer eligibility.
⁵ Manufacturer's recommended retail prices provided for media purposes only. Statutory charges or other on-road costs not included.