Toyota RAV4 makes regional debut in Qatar

Abdullah Abdulghani & Bros Co (AAB), the exclusive distributor of Toyota, has unveiled the stylish all-new 2019 Toyota RAV4 in the Middle East.“Bringing a new era of improved performance, capability, and safety, the fifth generation RAV4, the compact SUV trendsetter is poised to, once again, change the game,” AAB said in a press statement, stressing that the launch “delivers on its promise to introduce trendsetting vehicles that meet and exceed customer expectations”.“The all-new RAV4 is, in essence, disrupting the segment it created. It is bringing more sport and more utility back while further enhancing the agile handling, everyday comfort and exemplary fuel efficiency that established the RAV4 as a firm favourite among motoring enthusiasts in the region,” the statement noted.One of two major additions to the all-new RAV4 is the hybrid electric model, which combines two power sources consisting of a petrol engine and two electric motors.The class-leading model, which offers the lowest fuel consumption value of 22.2km per litre, enables customers to contribute to a more sustainable future while enjoying increased driving satisfaction and engagement provided by its advanced technologies and cabin quietness, as well as its acceleration smoothness, especially when accelerating from a stand-still.The second addition to the RAV4 is the Adventure model, which is distinguished by a more aggressive bumper, grille design and fog light surrounds, larger over-fenders, high-rise roof rails, a retuned suspension, and exclusive 19-inch, split five-spoke wheels with matte-black accents.Yoshikazu Saeki, chief engineer for the Toyota RAV4, said: “At the very beginning of the design process for the all-new vehicle, we thought about how best to evolve the original idea, building on the two over-arching views of the RAV4 – ‘driving performance suited to any road’ and a ‘user-friendly interior suited to any situation.’ This led us to the new concept of Adventure and Refinement. We have also improved the RAV4’s performance to meet the demands of any road.”Yugo Miyamoto, chief representative, Middle East and North Africa Representative Office, Toyota Motor Corp, added: “We are excited to launch the all-new RAV4 in the region, setting a new benchmark in the compact SUV segment and presenting our customers with a vehicle that has evolved over five generations, to offer them an unparalleled ownership experience.”Enabling the all-new RAV4 to express its distinct personality and brawnier stance is its robust design.Following the guiding themes of Adventure and Refined, designers created an athletic, chiselled appearance especially in the front-end and grille design.The RAV4’s distinct personality is completed by its expansive and comfortable cabin, which displays exceptional quality and finish throughout.The Refined theme guided interior design and the word ‘premium’ will come to mind, as well.The cabin is accentuated with a range of advanced features, and the all-new RAV4 also comes with an advanced safety system.A new 2.5-litre four-cylinder Dynamic Force engine with D-4S fuel injection system, which produces 204hp and 243nm of torque, is mated to a new eight-speed Direct-Shift automatic transmission (8AT), resulting in quicker and smoother acceleration.On the other hand, a new electrified hybrid system combines two power sources consisting of a petrol engine and two electric motors producing 176hp and 118hp, respectively, with a combined power of 218hp, and delivering 221nm and 121nm of torque, respectively.It is also mated to a Direct Shift Continuously Variable Transmission that ensures optimum fuel consumption while delivering a new level of driving pleasure.The all-new RAV4 hybrid electric model can be driven entirely on electrical power with zero-fuel consumption and tailpipe emissions, or by combining the power generated from both the petrol engine and two electric motors, depending on the vehicle’s speed and customer’s driving behaviour.Available in nine exterior colours, the all-new RAV4 provides customers the opportunity to express their individuality.