As this keeps coming up I thought I would do a little trawl and produce a portfolio and stars some famous motors and and a few real stonkers;

RAV 4.1 - 1994/2000

The RAV (Recreational Active Vehicle) 4.1 as the others say ran from 1994 to 2000 and came in 3 and 5 doors. It employs the 2.0l 3FSE engine in common with the MR2. This has a belt driven cam belt that must be changed at 60k. The transmission has a third lockable diff with electro/vacuum actuation. It was available with auto or 5 speed manual gearbox.

This is the frontal view (Bothwell Buyer);



And from the rear (Snowy)



And in 5 doors;



And yes, love it or hate it - special editions (Local Hero);



Follow this link for a range overview including limited editions (courtesy Bob King)

http://www.parkers.co.uk/cars/reviews/toyo...994.aspx?Page=7

RAV 4.2 - 2000/2005

Then in 2000 the 4.2 was launched and was also available in 3 or 5 doors. In its original incarnation most colours were 2 tone with silver/Grey at the bottom although there were some exceptions which were monotone. They had rectangular fog and indicator lights in the front bumper. Mechanically they now used the 2.0l VVTi (Variable Valve Timing intelligent) engine which has a chain driven camshaft. This camshaft has a hydraulically operated variable timing mechanism which accounts for the name. A 2.0l diesel was also introduced which is a common rail turbocharged and intercooled arrangement. This also has a timing belt which must be changed at 60k. The transmission was changed to either an auto or 5 speed manual permanent 4WD and employed an unusual transfer box which utilizes the front diff' to avoid "tight corner braking". Some models also have a limited slip rear diff'. The 3 door NV employed the 1.8 engine and was FWD. 5 door FWD 1.8s also exist as you will see later.

Here is the 3 door viewed from the front (Bitman);



And this the 5 door. Note the bonnet scoop which is exclusive to the D4D engine (Chatman).



These are two cracking examples showing two tone and monotone colour schemes..........;




........Note the shape of the headlights.

In 2004 the 4.2s were facelifted. Gone was the two tone exterior and sadly in my opinion so was the two tone interior. Various improvements were made to the specification at the time of this change. This in my humble opinion is the finest example of a 4.2 3 door on planet earth (Dutchrav)........;



..........and this the most esteemed (Uncle Bob)



Look how the headlights have changed to incorporate the indicators and round fog lights are now in the lower front bumper.


To be continued........

.....Continued

and this is a demonstration of pure dedication Uncle Bob......



The 5 door version (Hoovie);



This 5 door is a little unusual in that it has a 1.8 VVTi and is FWD only (Robert);



There was also an XTR which was a loaded special edition.

These links at the time of pasting will take you to a pdf overview.

3 door;

http://www.toyota.co.uk/vs2/oldpdf/04/RV3_89_over.pdf

http://www.toyota.co.uk/vs2/oldpdf/04/RV3_89_spec.pdf

5 door;

http://www.toyota.co.uk/vs2/oldpdf/04/RV3_93_over.pdf

http://www.toyota.co.uk/vs2/oldpdf/04/RV3_93_spec.pdf

RAV 4.3 - 2006 (due for revision 2009)

Then in 2006 the 4.3 was introduced. The European version is a foot shorter then its US Cousin and comes with a jewel of an engine that is not available over there, the 2.2D4D. This is another common rail diesel with turbo and intercooler, however it now has chain driven camshafts. There are many other design features including twin balance shafts located in the lower crankcase. The 2.0l petrol was upgraded with higher output and cleaner emissions. The transmission is all new and while the 2.0lVVTi still has a 5 speed box with auto option, the diesel uses a 6 speed twin countershaft gearbox. there is a conventional transfer box but 4WD is now achieved by use of an electric operated variable multi plate clutch in the nose of the rear diff'. This can be steplessly engaged depending on the driving conditions and in most variants is integrated into the VSC and ABS systems.

The flagship of the range is the T180 with the high powered diesel engine and DCAT emission system.

This shows two different versions and are recognisable by such features as the wheel arch flares and embellished grille. Which is the best colour? You decide;

(Duncerduncs)



(Sywy)



Special editions exist depending on the location. This is a 2.0VVTi Luna available in Ireland and has benefited from several embellishments by the owner (Robert);



The XT5 has the same specification but minus the run flat tyres and is instead fitted with the 140 engine common to the rest of the range. This one has the optional side and bumper protection;



And this is the XT4. This one with the style pack (Fujisan);



This immaculate XT3 is recognisable by the standard fit roof bars and the absence of front fog lights (Frank Ashworth);



An XTR was introduced which has various additions to the specification of the XT3 but also has the "clean" rear door as there is a puncture repair kit rather than a spare wheel (Dave M)



Here are the 2007 model pdf's.

http://www.toyota.co.uk/vs2/oldpdf/07/RV4_93_over.pdf

http://www.toyota.co.uk/vs2/oldpdf/07/RV4_equip.pdf

http://www.toyota.co.uk/vs2/oldpdf/07/RV4_93_spec.pdf

Request ebrochure (takes a few minutes for the full brochure to be emailed to you;

https://www.toyota.co.uk/cgi-bin/toyota/bv/...p;redirect=true

RAV 4.3 2009 preview (Courtesy Bob King)

http://www.expertmotor.com/news/2009-toyot...motor-show.html

Great job young Anchorman , the usual high standard we've come to expect from you

when did they stop making 3 doors? did 4.3 come as a 3 door?

The 4.2 3 door was the last

Great topic!
Guess i have one of the latest 3-door 4.2. Its licenced at 27-12-2005

Clearly RAV4s are offered in slightly different configurations in different European countries. Here are some for 2008.

In Belgium, the 4.3 is available in trims labeled SX, LX (with VSC), VX (auto climate), VIP (keyless go, leather, rain-sensing wipers and full navigation), and X with the DCAT engine and run-flat tyres instead of a spare wheel.

In France, the trim levels are respectively LeCap, Life, Lounge, Clean Power (DCAT with keyless go, auto lights and wipers, a 6CD changer and reverse sensors) and Clean Power Pack Techno (leather, powered driver’s seat, reversing camera and electric sunroof). Both of these latter come with run-flat tyres.

In Spain, the trim levels are respectively Luna, Sol, Executive and Premium. The Sol has tinted rear windows, reverse sensors and climate control, and is also available in Sol Cross Sport variant, with no spare tyre but a puncture repair kit. The Executive adds electric leather seats, keyless go, auto lights and wipers, while the Premium offers the DCAT engine and tinted rear windows (and the Premium Cross Sport variant has run-flat tyres). An electric sunroof is an optional extra, but the cars are fitted with roof rails.

In Portugal, trim levels are simply RAV4, then Sol, Cross Sport (no rear wheel but puncture repair kit) and X, which offers the DCAT engine with the option of run-flat tyres (and corresponding rear door) or not. The X with the spare wheel has reversing sensors - the X with RFTs has a camera linked to the touch-screen satnav. The cars do not come with roof rails.


[I hope this helps – it’s left over from my work trying to source a DCAT with sunroof but no run-flats! Finally I got a Premium from Spain.]

All good info. Bob King posted some interesting info on the 2009 variant for Spain and it now pops up with a 150 diesel and semi-auto gearbox.

RH drive tends to be the last for launch (except Pacific Rim countries) as they have to be "euroised".

Lovely job there. Some really beautiful motor vehicles. Thought I would share a little story.

I spent three years working at a local Toyota dealership. At the back end of 2005 when the Rav 4.2 was in its demise, our dealership took delivery of I think it was 5, brand new unregistered 3 door XTRs that Toyota had left over while they had finished production. 4 of them sold but one remained, a black little number which was a lovely car but for some reason just could not find a home. It sat, and it sat until finally one day a lady came and saw and with a glint in her eye ( and a huge discount) bought it. This was in february and her proviso was that she had it registered on an 06 plate in March. So, I do believe that this was one of, if not THE last of the line, 3dr 4.2 Ravs to be registered. A month after the first of the 4.3's hit the road. Strange how a six month old car can still be a "new" car. Its a funny old game.

Does anyone know where it is?

We need a photo!

[quote name='anchorman' date='Jan 11 2009, 10:56 PM' post='840699']
Does anyone know where it is?

We need a photo!

I wish I had taken a photo now! The lady lived in the Chester area but not one of our team has seen it since. She must have moved away. Shame.

I keep seeing those new 3 door Suzuki Vitara's and they look the twin of the old RAV 3 door....Sad really as Toyota lost out their in dis-continuing the 3 door RAV

What is a NRG?

2000: Revised RAV4 launched in SWB three-door or LWB five-door styles. Entry-level model is the 123bhp 1.8-litre front-wheel-drive NV, all others have 147bhp 2.0 engine with 4WD. NRG has bigger alloys and colour-coded body mouldings. Flagship five-door VX adds leather trim and CD changer. 2001: Turbocharged 114bhp diesel joins four-wheel-drive engine options.

Link to article;

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/us...oyota_rav4.html

This is a Pic of my RAV 4 XT3 which I think may be one of the last. I bought it new on 22 March 2006.

I think they stopped making this model.

I would have changed it this year but I wanted a three door. Alas done no longer.

I decided to keep it. It has all mod cons---a fine motor...

added info; the NRG also has leather steering wheel and gear lever

My wifes SWB NRG has 16"alloys,so what size alloys do the rest have?I thought they where all 16"

Most model 4.2 RAV's have 16" alloys, model 4.3 RAV's have a mixture of I beleive 16", 17" and the T180/SR180 have 18" Run flats..as all models now have and no spare tyres any more..and a can of Gunk to get you home

In italy there is a production of dr e 'is in fact a Chery Tiggo assembled in Isernia.

http://www.drmotor.it/en/index.html

http://www.quattroruote.it/listino/listaal...3747&ccar=L


RAV exist for basic composition, sol
(Air conditioning, radio 6CD, fog light, alloy wheels) and luxury (fulloptional)
D-cat 177 hp Euro 4 , now Euro 5
the old D-4D 136cv with or without DPF Euro4
The new D-4D 150CV euro 5

http://www.quattroruote.it/listino/listaal...3653&ccar=L

Interesting. The DR is the 4.2 model. I wonder where it is built?

the pieces come from China, but assembled in Italy

Yes of course. We have heard of this factory before.

Thanks

Not quite, I managed to find a new, unregistered one in late February 2006 and snapped it up while I could.
Lets have a campaign to bring them back!

Not a chance......As Suzuki do the three door model and this look very similar to the older RAV 3 door...

Toyota will only make the RAV in five door trim now...But I whished we could get the 7 seat version over here....

RAV 4 Cab '99

Out of interest, does anyone know how many cabs were imported to the UK, how many were made or how many are left? They seem pretty rare!?

Dear Anchorman,

From a RAV 4 owner of a whole 8 days.....thanks for all above info. Previously Avensis 2.2 D4D (2006).
Now SR180 (3000 MILES March 2009). A "4.3" I presume from your copious input
Plenty questions building up already, and standard of input / reply as good if not better than Avensis forum.
Thanks also to Old Friend Igormus, who gave me much input as to what to look out for. (Will be in touch shortly direct.)

Stand by yer 'puters......Mad Scotsman has joined the ranks!

Regards,

Big Kev.

Welcome to the mad house. Fill yer boots..........