2011 Toyota RAV4 SUV Trims & Features

The Toyota 2012 RAV4 SUV crossover comes with a choice of three trim levels: Base, Sport and Limited, with a very high level of finish running through all three.

All of the three RAV4 versions come with the following as standard- keyless-remote locking, tilting and telescoping steering wheel, power windows, three 12-volt power outlets, power foldable mirrors, auto-off headlights, air conditioning, cruise control, powerful stereo hooked up to six speakers, integrated satellite radio with auxiliary input jack, 60/40 split second-row seat and hub-capped steel wheels with P215/70R16 tires to complete the picture. The V6 engined version comes with seventeen inch styled steel wheels with P225/65R17 tires.

The option list as fairly long, even for the base version with daytime running lights, a six-CD changer, a third-row seat, a roof rack with crossbars, a choice of either steel or aluminum 17-inch wheels and a towing package for the V6 engine are just a few of the goodies that can be added.

The RAV4 Sport version comes with all of the standard features taking in a flashy rear spoiler, sports fog lamps, a color-keyed interior and exterior trim, as well as heavier duty suspension, and eighteen inch alloy wheels with P235/55R18 tires. To complete the sporty image Toyota also present the options of a power operated tilt/ slide glass sunroof , leather upholstery with eight-way power driver's seat, a back-up monitor and auto on/off headlights, a roof rack, daytime running lights, power heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals, a stainless steel exhaust tip. While the third-row seat option is not available for the Sport, those opting for the V6 engine/ four wheel drive combination can order their RAV without the spare wheel rear door mounted configuration with this RAV variant coming with a run-flat spare tire.

The Limited edition version of Toyota RAV4 SUV crossover comes with all of the goodies available in the Base version plus other standard fittings running from an engine immobilizer, Toyota's Smart Entry system, leather-wrapped steering wheel with integral audio controls, d matching leather-wrapped shift node, dual-zone automatic climate control, six-CD changer, power heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals, roof rails, cargo net , tonneau cover , six-spoke alloy wheels with P225/65R17 tires and to round off the impression, a hard shell spare tire cover.

The Limited comes with a long list of options that are far from limited including an eight-way power adjustable driver's seat and a third-row seat among many other choices.

Safety features on all versions of the Toyota RAV SUV crossovers take in a full complement of airbags.

Fuel consumption for the Toyota RAV SUV 2.5-liter inline-4 cylinder engine crossover version, according to a cross section of reviews, is 25 miles per gallon on average drive, with 22 miles per gallon in the city and 28 miles per gallon on the open road being reported. The 3.5-liter inline-6 cylinder engined version will cover 23 miles per gallon on average drive, with 19 miles per gallon in the city and 27 miles per gallon on the open road.

The main rivals that the Toyota comes up against in the compact SUV niche market include the Subaru Forester and the Ford Escape.

The Toyota 2012 RAV4 SUV earns a lot of praise for its spaciousness, comfort, classical design and four wheel drive, making it a popular choice in the midsize crossover niche, with option of a V6 engine and/ or third-row seat making the vehicle that bit more attractive. Trade reviews give the RAV4 generally positive feedback with generally more pros than cons, although the third row seats generally get a thumbs down.