The company is considering the release of the most powerful version of the popular crossover, which is capable of challenging sports competitors like the Volkswagen Tiguan R.
Toyota may take the RAV4 to a new level of dynamics – we are talking about a potential version with the index GR, which will be the most productive in the history of the model.
According to autoblog.com, the chief engineer of the project Yoshinori Futonagane confirmed that the possibility of creating a “charged” hybrid crossover with an output of up to 366 hp is being considered.. Such a car could become a direct competitor to sports SUVs like the Volkswagen Tiguan R.
What can the most powerful RAV4 do now
Today, the top version is considered to be Toyota RAV4 GR Sport – a hybrid with all-wheel drive, built on the basis of a 2.5-liter gasoline engine and two electric motors.
Its characteristics:
- total power – about 306 HP
- Acceleration to 100 km / h – 5.5 seconds
- Electric range – up to 77 km
- Battery – 22.7 kW h
- Battery – 22.7 kW h
In addition to the power plant, the GR Sport received a sports suspension setup, reinforced shock absorbers, a widened track, lowered ground clearance and 20-inch wheels.
What the version can change GR
The future RAV4 GR, according to preliminary data, may receive a 2.4-liter turbo engine as part of a hybrid system. A similar unit is already used in the Lexus NX and RX models.
This configuration is capable of increasing the power to 366 hp, which is significantly higher than the current GR Sport.
Is there a chance of serial production?
Despite the technical readiness of the concept, no decision has been made yet. Toyota doubts there will be sufficient demand for such a “hot” crossover.
An additional factor is the company’s transition to new modular engines, which are gradually replacing the current 2.4-liter turbo engine. This means that the potential RAV4 GR may have a limited launch window.
Bottom Line: The project for the most powerful RAV4 is still under discussion, but if it does appear, it will be in the coming years – later may be too late for the current power platform.
