The 2010 Toyota RAV4 2.5 liter engine model produces 179 horsepower that puts it in the high end of standard engines. Timing on both the intake and exhaust camshafts are controlled by a Dual Independent Variable Valve Timing with intelligence. The EPA rating on the new 2010 RAV4 4x2 models is 22 miles to the gallon of gasoline during city driving conditions and 28 miles to the gallon of gasoline during highway driving conditions. The EPA ration of 4x4 models is 21 miles to the gallon of gasoline during city driving conditions and 27 miles to the gallon of gasoline during highway driving conditions. The flex lock-up torque converter that is featured on this model helps to control lock-up switch slippage and helps to add to the fuel economy of this vehicle. All of these features add up to a give the new 2010 RAV4 an excellent rating when considering its fuel efficiency.
Sport packages have standard 18 inch alloy wheels. Other features include different exterior accents, suspension designed for highway driving, different location for spare tires than the rear door, run flat tires, heated mirrors, and leather steering wheels. As a mid-level package the Sport models offer enough amenities to compete with high-end models of vehicles like the Ford Escape and Chevy Trailblazer.
2011 Toyota-RAV4-EV Foe Offraod Touring
