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Toyota RAV4 2013-2018

2013โ€“2018
Overview

The Toyota RAV4, produced from 2013 to 2018, marked a significant evolution in the compact SUV segment, emphasizing a blend of modern design, advanced technology, and enhanced practicality. This generation featured a more streamlined and contemporary exterior design, departing from its boxy predecessor. The interior received notable improvements, offering a well-appointed cabin with spacious seating for up to five passengers. Toyota introduced advanced driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control and lane departure warning, improving safety and convenience.

Regarding technology, the RAV4 integrated modern features such as a standard touchscreen infotainment system, available navigation, and smartphone connectivity. Safety remained a priority, with a comprehensive suite of safety technologies, including multiple airbags, stability control, and advanced collision-avoidance systems. The RAV4's powertrains were designed for efficiency and reliability, maintaining its reputation as a practical and dependable choice for compact SUV buyers. In summary, the Toyota RAV4 from 2013 to 2018 represented a shift towards a more stylish and technologically advanced compact SUV, offering a blend of reliability, modernity, and efficiency to appeal to a wide range of buyers.

Specifications

Toyota RAV4 specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes

Chassis

  • Type:ย XA40

Engine 2.4L 4-Cylinder DOHC

  • Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
  • Recommended Engine Oil:ย API
  • Oil capacity:ย 4.6qt

Spark Plug Gap

  • 2.4L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

  • Capacity:ย ย 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp.gal.)

Cooling System

  • Type:
    • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is used in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill. To avoid technical problems, use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non- amine, non- nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. (Coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and organic acids.) Do not use plain water alone.
  • Capacity:
    • Without towing package:ย 7.2 qt. (6.8 L, 6.0 Imp. qt.)
    • With towing package: 7.0 qt. (6.6 L, 5.8 Imp. qt.)

Rear differential (AWD models)

  • Type:ย Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
  • Capacity:ย 0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp.qt.

Automatic transaxle

  • Type:ย Toyota Genuine ATF WS
    • ย Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may causeย deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompaniedย by vibration, and ultimately damage your vehicle’s transmission.
  • Capacity:ย 6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp.qt.)

Transfer (AWD models)

  • Type: Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
  • Capacity:ย 0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0.40 Imp.qt.)

Brakes

  • Type:ย SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

Steering

  • Type:ย Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONย II or III

Powertrain

Engine

  • Petrol:
    • 2.0 L 3ZR-FAE I4
    • 2.0 L 3ZR-FE I4
    • 2.5 L 2AR-FE I4
  • Diesel:
    • 2.0 L 2WW I4-T
    • 2.2 L 2AD-FTV I4-T
    • 2.2 L 2AD-FHV I4-T
  • Petrol hybrid:
    • 2.5 L 2AR-FXE I4

Transmission

  • 6-speed manual
  • 6-speed U760E automatic
  • eCVT (hybrid)

Fuel Consumption

TOYOTA RAV4 FUEL CONSUMPTION

Safety Ratings

TOYOTA RAV4 SAFETY RATINGS

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes

Front Lights

  • Daytime Running Light Bulb:
    • 9012
    • LED
  • Front Fog Light Bulb: H16
  • Front Sidemarker Light Bulb:ย 168
  • Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:ย 7444NA
  • High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb:ย 9012
  • High Beam Headlight Bulb:ย LED
  • Low Beam Headlight Bulb: LED

Rear Lights

  • Back Up Light Bulb: 921
  • Brake Light Bulb:
    • 7443
    • LED
  • Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb:ย LED
  • Inner Tail Light Bulb:ย 168
  • License Plate Light Bulb:ย 168
  • Outer Tail Light Bulb:ย 7443
  • Parking Light Bulb:
    • 7444NA
    • LED
  • Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb:
    • 7443
    • LED
  • Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb:ย 7440NA
  • Tail Light Bulb:ย LED

Interior Lights

  • Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
  • Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: 168
  • Map Light Bulb:ย 168
  • Vanity Mirror Light Bulb:ย 175

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