SPY PICS: 2014 Rav4

PTPhil · 04-10-2012, 06:55 PM

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In late 2010, Toyota revealed its RAV4 EV prototype, which will enter limited series production in the second half of this year. It will be a short run for the regular RAV4 as well, however, as a new model is due in early 2014.

Shown in these spy shtos, it will share the same basic proportions with the current RAV4, but with some notable tweaks to its shape, especially up front. The hood and fenders at the nose appear to be quite a bit taller than the current model, likely in response to pedestrian safety regulations.

At the rear, the tail lights of the new model now extend onto the liftgate, though many of the other details remain the same, including the lower reflectors and the location of the tailpipe. A roof-mounted spoiler similar to the current RAV4 is also visible. While the rear-most window is covered in the prototype's spy shots, it will likely keep the upward kick of the current model as well.
As for what's under the hood, it will likely be an extension of the current model range, including both four-cylinder and V-6 versions, though updates to the engines may offer better fuel economy or power. The RAV4 EV will likely stick around as well, though again, in very limited production--not more than 2,500 units per year initially.

veliksam · 04-10-2012, 07:12 PM

Very fugly!

SeriousBlack · 04-10-2012, 07:37 PM

They say the V6 stays.

dtalk · 04-10-2012, 07:43 PM

I hate to think what Toyota is going to charge (tongue in cheek) for the EV.

Satavtech · 04-10-2012, 07:44 PM

Interesting wipe. I also notice that it h a roof mounted whip antenna, although that might just a prototype thi.

RAV N US · 04-10-2012, 09:19 PM

Not seeing anything I am too impressed with. I was hoping they were going to hit one out of the park.

Blogson · 04-10-2012, 11:34 PM

2013 Toyota RAV4 Spy Photos – Future Cars – Car and Driver Still looks to me like a Mitsubishi knockoff! 2013, or 2014?

Terek · 04-11-2012, 02:43 AM

Last photo got me thinking: Sir Mix-A-LOT "I like big butts and (.....) I like'em round and big"

rns · 04-11-2012, 03:12 AM

Those pictures make me think Rx from the rear (rear lamps, spoiler), Highlander from the front (headlamps) and Avensis from the side (front fenders). The masked grill looks like older generation Outlander where the "nose" is popping out.

krisnet55 · 04-11-2012, 07:16 AM

Looks like an Acura

04-10-2012, 07:12 PM	#2 (permalink)
veliksam Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,735 Thanks: 88 Thanked 89 Times in 81 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Very fugly! __________________ -----2012 V6 Sport, Tow Prep, & 4x4----- HU: Pioneer AppRadio 2 & back-up cam, JDM HID Projector Headlights w/Toshiba D4S Bulbs, JDM Vanguard Tail Lights Front DRL's, LED Bumper Park/Brake lights, Red "SPORT" Theme Badges ------------------------------

04-10-2012, 07:37 PM	#3 (permalink)
SeriousBlack Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: N'Hampsha! Posts: 7,784 Thanks: 25 Thanked 23 Times in 21 Posts Feedback Score: 2 reviews	They say the V6 stays. __________________ To The BlackMobile!!! FS: (4) 20" Black Enkei LS-5 Rims & Tires Used (4) 255/40R20 Yokohama Parada Spec-X's

04-10-2012, 07:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
dtalk Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: WA Posts: 537 Thanks: 11 Thanked 26 Times in 16 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I hate to think what Toyota is going to charge (tongue in cheek) for the EV. __________________ I believe in safety, education, and enforcement, not banning, ignorance, and blame.

04-10-2012, 07:44 PM	#5 (permalink)
Satavtech Member Country: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Antonio Posts: 159 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Interesting wipe. I also notice that it h a roof mounted whip antenna, although that might just a prototype thi. __________________ 2011 Black V6 Limited 2WD Named (with much input from the kids) VADER

04-10-2012, 09:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
RAV N US Advanced Member Country: Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kitchener, Ontario Posts: 1,228 Thanks: 3 Thanked 35 Times in 33 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Not seeing anything I am too impressed with. I was hoping they were going to hit one out of the park. __________________ 2008 V6 Sport 4WD Flint Mica

04-10-2012, 11:34 PM	#7 (permalink)
Blogson Advanced Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Oregon coast Posts: 2,079 Thanks: 13 Thanked 99 Times in 99 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	2013 Toyota RAV4 Spy Photos – Future Cars – Car and Driver Still looks to me like a Mitsubishi knockoff! 2013, or 2014? __________________ Jim 2011 Upgraded Base V6 4WD 2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT 2002 Craftsman LT1000 V2 Jesus is Lord

04-11-2012, 02:43 AM	#8 (permalink)
Terek Junior Member Country: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Bay Area, California Posts: 47 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Last photo got me thinking: Sir Mix-A-LOT "I like big butts and (.....) I like'em round and big" __________________

04-11-2012, 03:12 AM	#9 (permalink)
rns Senior Member Country: Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Finland Posts: 301 Thanks: 5 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Those pictures make me think Rx from the rear (rear lamps, spoiler), Highlander from the front (headlamps) and Avensis from the side (front fenders). The masked grill looks like older generation Outlander where the "nose" is popping out.

04-11-2012, 07:16 AM	#10 (permalink)
krisnet55 Member Country: Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: New York Posts: 99 Thanks: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Looks like an Acura

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