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    2020 Toyota RAV4

    The 2020 Toyota RAV4 is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $35,490 for the GX variant and topping out at $53,990 for the Limited variant.

    There are 4 variants of the RAV4 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2019.

    The 2020 RAV4 was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Toyota RAV4 include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (127kW/203Nm), 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder hybrid (163kW/221Nm) and 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder (152kW/243Nm). Available with automatic continuously trans with manual mode or 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $35,490 - $53,990†
    Transmission
    8-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or HEV

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    Retail Price
    $35,490 - $53,990†
    Transmission
    8-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or HEV

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    2020 Toyota RAV4

    Available Variants

    The Toyota RAV4 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being GX and the most expensive being Adventure.

    GX

    Price from $35,490†

    GXL

    Price from $38,490†

    Limited

    Price from $45,490†

    Adventure

    Price from $49,990†

    2020 Toyota RAV4

    Reviews

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    Pros

    • Sublime fuel economy
    • Practical cabin
    • Glimmering resale and reputation

    Cons

    • A new RAV4 just around the corner
    • Unremarkable drive
    • Portions of the interior starting to feel old
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    How does the 2020 Toyota RAV4 compare?

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    Power to Weight
    81.41 - 96.17 kW/t
    53.37 kW/t
    113.59 kW/t
    Boot Space
    542 - 580 litres
    92 litres
    720 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    4.8 - 6.8 L/100km
    1.5 L/100km
    11.7 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    809 - 1,146 km
    588 km
    1,146 km
    Price
    $35,490 - $53,990
    $35,490
    $53,990
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    6 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    5 - 7 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,125 - 2,230 kg
    1,835 kg
    2,510 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    800 - 1,500 kg
    800 kg
    2,500 kg
    Approach Angle
    17.5°
    14.5°
    29.9°
    Departure Angle
    20°
    18.7°
    32.2°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    180 - 185 mm
    160 mm
    230 mm
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    GX

    2025

    $48,790

    GX

    2024

    $48,790

    GXL

    2025

    $51,990

    GXL

    2024

    $51,990

    XSE

    2025

    $55,990

    Limited

    2025

    $59,990

    Adventure

    2025

    $59,990

    Limited

    2024

    $59,990

    Adventure

    2024

    $59,990

    Year
    2025
    2024
    Engine Type
    2.5L HEV
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    163 kW

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    2020 Toyota RAV4

    Dimensions

    4,600 mm
    1,855 mm
    1,685 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,600 mm
    Overall Width1,855 mm
    Overall Height1,685 mm
    Wheelbase2,690 mm
    Turning Circle11,000 mm
    Load Capacity595 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2020 Toyota RAV4

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Toyota RAV4 is the GX variant that starts from $35,490.

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    The most expensive Toyota RAV4 is the Limited variant that starts from $53,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Toyota RAV4 is 1500 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Toyota RAV4 is the Adventure variant which measures 1855mm wide, 4615mm in length and sits 1685mm tall.

    The most powerful variants with 163kW of power and 221nm of torque are the GX, GXL and Limited variants.

    The Toyota RAV4 is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Toyota RAV4 is the GX variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2230 kg.

    The Toyota RAV4 uses Unleaded Petrol.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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