The Toyota RAV4 range has been rejigged for 2022 and we have uncovered pricing. Here’s how much you can expect to pay, plus what has changed.

The current-shape Toyota RAV4 range has been given a shuffle with the lower specced GX models falling away and the introduction of further top-spec VX grades. With the shift in strategy, this has meant the price entry to the RAV4 range has increased.

Interestingly, there’s now a gap between the top-spec Toyota Corolla Cross at R450k and the entry-level RAV4 at R606k. Could there be place for another model in there? Or will we see the Corolla Cross range expand further? We do know that a Corolla Cross GR Sport is on the way…

With this pricing structure, we also see the RAV4 move into Fortuner territory, which begs the question, how much offroading do you plan to do and how many seats do you need?

Engines and Gearboxes

There are three engines on offer. Kicking off the range is a 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder with 127 kW and 203 Nm, and this is paired to a CVT. If you’re wanting more power, the 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder has outputs of 152 kW and 243 Nm, and that comes with an automatic gearbox.

Finally, there’s a hybrid offered, which summons 131 kW and 221 Nm from a 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder. There’s also an electric motor in the mix, bringing total power to 163 kW. This model features a CVT and is said to consume just 4.8 L/100 km.

The 2.0 has a claimed fuel consumption of 6.5 L/100 km (6.7 L/100 km for the all-wheel-drive model) while the 2.5 is a touch thirstier at 7.3 L/100 km.

Trim Levels

GX-R

Cruise control

Auto dual-zone climate control

Toyota Display Audio

Reverse camera

Bluetooth

Power adjustment for driver seat

Heated seats

All around one-touch electric windows

Steering wheel buttons (audio, phone, cruise control, voice command, info)

Five USB ports

Wireless charger

Android Auto/Apple Carplay

Toyota Connect

Colour-coded door handles

LED fog lights + headlights with auto leveling

Auto rain-sensing wipers

18-inch wheels

Partial leather trim

Rear park distance control

7 airbags

Stability control

VX

Above content, plus the following:

Power adjustment for driver + passenger with driver memory

Steering wheel buttons (Above + lane departure, adaptive cruise)

Chrome door handles

LED headlights have auto high beam

Power-assisted tailgate

Mirrors with blind-spot monitoring

19-inch wheels

Digital rearview mirror

Front and rear park distance control

How much does the Toyota RAV4 cost in South Africa?

The updated Toyota RAV4 range is sold with a 6 Services / 90 000 km service plan with intervals every 12 months / 15 000 km and a 3-year / 100 000 km warranty.

RAV4 2.0 GX-R CVT AWD R606 600

RAV4 2.0 VX CVT 2WD R617 000

RAV4 2.5 GX-R CVT Hybrid E-Four R644 100

RAV4 2.5 VX AT AWD R702 300

RAV4 2.5 VX CVT Hybrid E-Four R723 200

Further Reading

Video Review: Toyota Corolla Cross – What is it like to live with?

Toyota RAV4 GX-R Review