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The updated 2023 Toyota RAV4 mid-size SUV has arrived in Australia.
Snapshot
- 2023 Toyota RAV4 pricing and features
- Updated medium SUV gains larger screens, new infotainment software, and other enhancements
- Price increases between $2150 and $2820; on sale now
It is on sale now, with the brand's latest infotainment software – as found in the Corolla Cross small SUV and latest Corolla hatch/sedan – and a larger, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster on XSE, Cruiser and Edge grades.
These variants also pick up an upsized 10.5-inch touchscreen, while the entry-level GX and GXL retain an 8-inch unit running the new software, which supports wireless Apple CarPlay (but wired Android Auto), over-the-air software updates, and connected satellite navigation on select variants.
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Toyota Connected Services is standard across the RAV4 line-up for model-year 2023, with a 12-month complimentary period before owners must choose between two monthly subscriptions to retain the service.
It features stolen vehicle tracking, remote engine start, SOS emergency calling, a vehicle locator, and the 'Hey, Toyota' voice assistant.
For a full run-down on the updated Toyota Connected Services, including every feature available and the cost of each monthly subscription, click on the read more link below:
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Other additions include non-connected satellite navigation for the base GX (removing the previous $1000 option), updated active safety features with intersection detection for its autonomous emergency braking system and emergency steering assist, and a higher-resolution digital reverse camera with active guide lines.
In addition, the seven-inch semi-digital instrument cluster previously available on XSE, Cruiser and Edge has filtered down to the entry-level GX and GXL, replacing the outgoing 4.2-inch display.
USB-C ports replace four USB-A ports, with one USB-A port remaining for a total of five, while the internal microphones have been upgraded to support the improved voice recognition system.
Inside, the switches are now backlit in white, while the speed of the electric tailgate has increased by 1.7 seconds when opening and 2.8 seconds when closing.
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In addition, the 360-degree camera system, available on Cruiser and Edge, now includes an underfloor view that displays "composite images of the terrain underneath the vehicle", and the petrol Edge now features the same projector-type LED headlights available on all hybrid models.
The updated RAV4 – which is Australia's most popular SUV, and a rival to the Mazda CX-5, Mitsubishi Outlander, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage and Volkswagen Tiguan – is on sale now, although buyers should expect a wait time stretching beyond 18 months for most hybrid variants.
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JUMP AHEAD
- 2023 Toyota RAV4 pricing
- 2023 Toyota RAV4 features
- Options
- Colours
- Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
- Safety
- Dimensions
- Warranty and servicing
- Availability
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2023 Toyota RAV4 pricing
Prices exclude on-road costs.
| Model | Pricing | Change |
|---|---|---|
| GX 2.0 petrol FWD | $36,550 | up $2150 |
| GX 2.5 hybrid FWD | $39,050 | up $2150 |
| GX 2.5 hybrid AWD | $42,050 | up $2150 |
| GXL 2.0 petrol FWD | $40,100 | up $2150 |
| GXL 2.5 hybrid FWD | $42,600 | up $2150 |
| GXL 2.5 hybrid AWD | $45,600 | up $2150 |
| XSE 2.5 hybrid FWD | $45,700 | up $2450 |
| XSE 2.5 hybrid AWD | $48,700 | up $2450 |
| Cruiser 2.0 petrol FWD | $45,700 | up $2450 |
| Cruiser 2.5 hybrid FWD | $48,200 | up $2450 |
| Cruiser 2.5 hybrid AWD | $51,200 | up $2450 |
| Edge 2.5 petrol AWD | $53,020 | up $2820 |
| Edge 2.5 hybrid AWD | $55,150 | up $2450 |
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2023 Toyota RAV4 features
GX
| 7-inch semi-digital instrument cluster (new) | Rain-sensing wipers |
| Satellite navigation (new) | Five USB ports (4x USB-C, 1x USB-A) |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay (new) and wired Android Auto | Push-button start (hybrid only) |
| Over-the-air software updates (new) | Cloth upholstery |
| Toyota Connected Services (new) | Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
| 17-inch alloy wheels | Front and rear carpet floor mats |
| 8-inch infotainment system | 60/40 split-fold rear seats and centre armrest |
| AM/FM/DAB+ radio | LED headlights (parabolic in petrol; projector in hybrid) and daytime running lamps |
| Heated, power-folding side mirrors | LED interior lighting |
| Dual-zone climate control (hybrid only) | LED fog lights. |
GXL
| In addition to GX | |
|---|---|
| 18-inch wheels (silver) | Keyless entry and push-button start |
| Privacy glass | Wireless phone charger |
| Leather-wrapped gear shifter | Front mudflaps |
| Auto-dimming rear-view mirror | Roof rails |
| Dual-zone climate control | Illuminated door switches. |
XSE
| In addition to GXL | |
|---|---|
| 10.5-inch infotainment system (new) | Leather-accented ‘premium’ upholstery |
| 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster (new) | Leather-accented door trims |
| Connected satellite navigation (new) | Heated front seats |
| 18-inch wheels (black) | 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support |
| Gloss black exterior trims | Interior ambient lighting |
| Electric tailgate | Black headliner. |
| Black roof | |
Cruiser
| In addition to XSE | |
|---|---|
| 10.5-inch infotainment system (new) | Automatic heated, power-folding side mirrors |
| 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster (new) | Digital rear-view mirror |
| Connected satellite navigation (new) | Heated and ventilated front seats |
| 360-degree camera system, with underfloor view (new) | 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support |
| 19-inch alloy wheels (petrol only) | Eight-way power-adjustable front passenger seat |
| Nine-speaker JBL audio system | Electric tailgate |
| Leather upholstery | Leather-accented door trims |
| Electric glass sunroof | Interior ambient lighting. |
Edge
| In addition to Cruiser | |
|---|---|
| 19-inch alloy wheels (matte grey) | Leather-accented ‘premium’ upholstery |
| Projector-type LED headlights (petrol) | Rear cross-traffic assist |
| Off-road selector dial | Parking support brake. |
| Hill-descent control | |
Options
| Full-size spare wheel (GX hybrid) | $300 |
|---|---|
| Panoramic sunroof (Edge petrol AWD) | $1,300 |
Colours
| Frosted white (new, GXL, XSE, Cruiser; replaces crystal pearl) | Eclipse black (GX, GXL, Cruiser, Edge) |
| Glacier white (GX, GXL, Cruiser) | Mineral blue (GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser, Edge) |
| Silver sky (GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser) | Saturn blue (GX, GXL, Cruiser) |
| Graphite (GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser, Edge) | Jungle khaki (Edge). |
| Atomic rush (GX, GXL, Cruiser, Edge) |
Metallic paint incurs a $675 premium.
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Engine, drivetrain and fuel economy
Under the bonnet, the Toyota RAV4 is available with two four-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engines and a 2.5-litre petrol-electric hybrid.
The entry-level option is the 2.0-litre non-turbo four-cylinder petrol, which produces 127kW and 203Nm. It is matched with a CVT automatic transmission driving the front wheels only.
It is available on GX, GXL and Cruiser variants.
Across the entire range, a hybrid option is available, with front- or all-wheel drive. It comprises a 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine, an electric motor and a 1.5kWh lithium-ion battery, with a 160kW total system output in FWD guise.
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The all-wheel drive hybrid brings an additional electric motor on the rear axle, which boosts power to 163kW.
Meanwhile, the flagship Edge petrol is exclusively available with a 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine, which produces 152kW and 243Nm. It is matched with an eight-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel drive system.
While the hybrid AWD and 2.5-litre petrol RAV4 has a 1500-kilogram braked towing capacity, the petrol and hybrid 2WD are limited to 800kg and 480kg, respectively.
Fuel economy figures can be found in the table below:
| 2.0-litre petrol FWD | 6L/100km | 137g/km |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5-litre hybrid FWD | 4.7L/100km | 107g/km |
| 2.5-litre hybrid AWD | 4.8L/100km | 109g/km |
| 2.5-litre petrol AWD | 7.5L/100km | 159g/km |
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Safety
The Toyota RAV4 is covered by a five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on testing conducted in 2019. This score applies to all variants.
It received a score of 93 per cent for adult occupant protection, 89 per cent for child occupant protection, 85 per cent for vulnerable road user protection, and 83 per cent for safety assist.
Seven airbags (dual front, side, curtain and driver's knee) are fitted across the range.
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 active safety features | |
|---|---|
| Autonomous emergency braking (vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, junction) | Adaptive cruise control |
| Lane-keep assist | Traffic sign recognition |
| Lane departure warning | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Blind-spot alert | Rear seat belt reminder. |
| Rear cross-traffic alert | |
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Dimensions
The Toyota RAV4 has a 2690-millimetre wheelbase, and is 4615mm long, 1865mm wide and 1690mm tall.
With the rear seats up, the Toyota RAV4 has a 580-litre boot capacity with a space-saver spare. A full-size spare is optional on GX models.
Folding the second row increases luggage capacity to 1690 litres.
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Warranty and servicing
As per the wider Toyota range, the RAV4 is covered by the brand’s five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Servicing for the RAV4 is required every 12 months or 15,000 kilometres, whichever comes first.
Capped-price servicing is available for the first five years or 75,000 kilometres, priced at $215 a pop.
Availability
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 is on sale now, albeit with extended wait times – particularly for the most-popular hybrid variants.
For information on Toyota’s wait times, click here.
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