Toyota has announced the 2013 RAV4 will have a starting price of $23,300 when it goes on sale in the United States in January.
According to the Japanese carmaker, the all-new crossover will be offered in three trim levels: LE, XLE and Limited, each available in front- or all-wheel-drive. Motivation is provided by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine producing 176 hp and 232.9 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
In terms of efficiency, the front-wheel drive version returns 24 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway, while the all-wheel-drive model is EPA-estimated at 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.
All models get a Display Audio with a 6.1-inch touchscreen, AM/FM/CD, Bluetooth connectivity, USB and AUX mini-jack, and six speakers as standard. The base LE comes standard with a 6.1-inch display audio unit with integrated back-up camera, privacy glass, color keyed door handles, a color keyed rear spoiler and 17-inch steel wheels with wheel covers.
The XLE grade adds 17-inch alloy wheels, tilt/slide power moonroof, fog lamps, dual zone automatic climate control and premium bucket seats with sport bolstering. A display audio with Navigation and Entune is the only option on the XLE.
The Limited grade offers a height-adjustable power liftgate, Premium SofTex seating, 8-way power driver’s seat with memory, and heated front seats. Options include Display Audio with Navigation and Entune, Display Audio with Navigation, Entune and JBL, and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
