A pioneer in the compact crossover class, the 2016 Toyota RAV4 near Hartford, CT is a fan favorite here at Gale Toyota. Reinvigorated for the new model year, the Toyota RAV4 will turn heads with a more athletic profile that is highlighted by a new front end, which incorporates LED lighting, daytime running lights and Hi-Lo Headlights. Featuring a bold new style and clean lines that draw the eye to standard LED taillights, the Toyota RAV4 adds three vivid new exterior colors to its repertoire - Silver Sky Metallic, Black Currant Metallic and Electric Storm Blue.
At the heart of the Toyota RAV4 cabin, the standard Toyota Entune infotainment system puts entertainment and real-time information at your fingertips. Equipped with a standard 6.1-inch touchscreen, an integrated backup camera, Bluetooth connectivity and more, the basic Toyota Entune system provides incredible value. Elite Toyota RAV4 Limited grades add a sense of luxury to the versatile crossover, adding SofTex interior and Toyota Smart Key with push button start. Cavernous cargo space is another asset of the Toyota RAV4, which possesses 38.4 cubic-feet of space behind the second row. More than enough space for day-to-day errands or family road trips.
The highlight of the refreshed 2016 Toyota RAV4 design is the availability of an all-new hybrid powertrain. Pairing a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle four-cylinder engine with a high-torque electric motor, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is potent and efficient. Manufacturing a power-packed 194 horsepower in addition to 34 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway, the new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is the best of both worlds.
Sporty Toyota RAV4 SE Trim
Another new element of the 2016 Toyota RAV4 is a sporty and athletic RAV4 SE trim level. New performance elements make this Toyota RAV4 grade a thrill to drive with a sport-tuned suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels and paddle shifters. A distinctive two-tone S-Code paint design further amplifies the exterior style of this all-new Toyota RAV4 trim level, which is matched by a loaded and luxurious interior.
New Safety Technology
Safety is a new focus of the 2016 Toyota RAV4 design that will benefit Hartford-area families. Premier safety starts with the standard Toyota STAR Safety System and is augmented by the availability of the all-new Toyota Safety Sense package. When equipped with Toyota Safety Sense, you and your family will add innovative crash-prevention features that include a Pre-Collision System, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Alert, Automatic High Beams, a Pedestrian Pre-Collision System and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.
What’s Under the Hood of the 2016 Toyota RAV4?
Built on a high-strength steel frame, the 2016 Toyota RAV4 near Hartford, CT provides a smooth and agile ride that maintains a quiet cabin. With a revised suspension system and a energetic powertrain, the Toyota RAV4 crossover provides incredible versatility with compact car driving dynamics. Drivers looking for a more athletic performance can upgrade to the Toyota RAV4 SE trim level, which employs a sport-tuned suspension.
Under the hood, the 2016 Toyota RAV4 features a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes an exciting 176 horsepower and 172 pound-feet of torque. Paired with a standard six-speed automatic transmission, the athletic Toyota RAV4 makes 24 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. Driver-selectable modes will allow you to further customize your driving experience with an efficient Eco mode and a dynamic Sport mode, which optimize throttle response, steering feel and shift timing.
Drivers faced with inclement weather and poor road conditions will enjoy the benefits of available Dynamic Torque Control All-Wheel Drive. Employing an Automatic Limited Slip Differential and Traction Control, this system will automatically redistribute torque to improve traction. With this vaunted all-wheel drive system at your disposal, rough weather is no longer a concern. Stop in today at Gale Toyota to get behind the wheel of the 2016 Toyota RAV4.
