One of the most successful SUV in Toyota’s line-up is entering the 2010 model year with revised styling and interior upgrades, but also with more standard equipment. For 2010 the RAV4 is offered in three distinct grades – Base, Sport and top-of-the-line Limited, in both 4x2 and 4x4 versions.Also the 2010 RAV4 can be offered with either 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine or a V6. The 2.5-liter engine produces 179 hp at 6,000 RPM, along with 172 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 RPM, while the V6 develops a total of 269 hp at 6,200 RPM and 246 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,700 RPM. The four-cylinder engine is mated to a four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission and the V6 to a five-speed automatic transmission.
New for 2010 is the Sport Appearance package for the Sport grade 4x2 and 4x4 models equipped with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The Sport grade models offer a new optional JBL audio system with steering wheel audio controls and hands-free Bluetooth® connectivity.
The Sport Appearance Package gives the RAV4 Sport grade a sleeker look, with an exclusive rear door design featuring chrome accents and no spare tire. (The package equips the RAV4 with run-flat tires.) Other external cues include color-keyed power, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals, a stainless steel exhaust tip and unique badging. Inside, the Sport Appearance Package adds a chrome accented shift knob with a leather insert, chrome interior door handles, parking brake and vent trim, and unique doorsills. For 2010, the Limited grade also adds a chrome parking brake and vent trim.
Press release after the jump.