2017 RAV4 is Versatile, Safe, and Fun to Drive

The 2017 Toyota RAV4 continues its tradition of being a versatile and fun-to-drive compact SUV that can handle your daily tasks and the occasional venture off-road. The RAV4 is known for its reliability, and the 2017 model now comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense and its entire suite of advanced safety features. You also get the familiar features and styling drivers know and love, plus the available RAV4 Hybrid for those who want to get better fuel economy that includes a little more get up and go. If you’re looking for a competitive SUV that offers top-of-the-line safety, excellent cornering ability, and an infotainment system that is easy to use, the RAV4 is your ideal vehicle. Come view this popular crossover at Toyota of Longview in Texas. Our knowledgeable staff will walk you through all available features and get you set up to take a test drive. Call or stop in today!

Exterior Features of the 2017 Toyota RAV4

This compact SUV provides room for five people in any of the four available trims: LE, XLE, Limited, and Platinum. The 2017 RAV4 takes keyless entry to the next level with the available 5-Door Smart Key System that lets you touch the liftgate or a door handle to easily get inside. The new top-of-the-line RAV4 Platinum has this feature along with full body-colored trim and unique badging. Models have bold front ends with a chiseled appearance and complementing side lower exterior panels for athleticism. Alternatively, you can get the RAV4 SE with the S-Code painting, which features silver-painted accents in key areas. The available height-adjustable hands-free power liftgate is activated with a wave of your foot underneath the rear bumper. Visibility and style go hand in hand with available LED lighting on the daytime running lights, taillights, and headlights, plus available integrated fog lights. To set each model apart, every RAV4 trim has its own wheels, from 17-inch steel ones to 18-inch machined alloys. Other features available on different trims include cargo rails on the roof, full-power accessories, keyless remote entry, air conditioning, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated mirrors, a sunroof, and more.

2017 Toyota RAV4 Interior Features

The interior of the 2017 Toyota RAV4 is easily described as spacious and comfortable with room to stretch out and all the features you need. The cabin provides a functional space with plenty of room for the passengers. Seats provide ample cushioning, even on longer road trips. Seats in the rear can recline significantly to provide more comfort. You can enjoy heated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather on the steering wheel, and a HomeLink-capable mirror. The second-row seats can fold, recline, and split 60/40, so finding the right position is easy. Fold them down to get 73.4 cubic feet for storage. Those in search of a sporty flair will love the illuminated performance-inspired red gauge cluster illumination with red needles on the SE trim. Toyota’s Entune Infotainment system is also part of the interior, with higher trims offering Pandora, iHeartRadio, Yelp, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, and more. Controls are logically placed and easy to use. Also in upper trims, you can enjoy the hands-free power liftgate for those times when your hands are full.

The 2017 Toyota RAV4’s Performance

The RAV4 typically runs on a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that can be paired with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. It always works with a 6-speed automatic transmission. This engine delivers 176 horsepower and 172 pound-feet. This engine also reaches 60 mph in 9.2 seconds, which is average in comparison to others in its class. Those who want a bit more power and efficiency will love the 2017 RAV4 Hybrid with its 194 net horsepower, impressive acceleration, and the standard Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive with intelligence.

Available Technology Features

• 1-Inch Touchscreen
• Siri Eyes Free
• Available Integrated Navigation and App Suite
• Available JBL Audio
• Available HomeLink

Available Safety Features

• Traction and Stability Control
• Antilock Brakes
• Full-Length Curtain Airbags, Front Side Airbags, and Driver Knee Airbag
• Driver Mirror with Blind Spot View
• Rearview Camera
• Standard Toyota Safety Sense P
  • Automatic High Beams
  • Lane Departure Alert Featuring Steering Assist
  • Pre-Collision System Featuring Pedestrian Detection
  • Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Standard Backup Camera
• Available Bird’s-Eye View Camera
• Available Blind Spot Monitor plus Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Available Rear and Front Parking Sensors

Buying the 2017 RAV4 at Toyota of Longview

Buying your 2017 Toyota RAV4 from Toyota of Longview will be a pleasant experience. Our friendly staff has years of experience helping drivers find their perfect vehicles, allowing us to answer your questions and provide professional suggestions with ease. Our trained professionals can help you decide which RAV4 trim has the right features for you and what details you may want to customize. If you are in the market for a compact SUV that is competitive and stylish and offers excellent safety features, our staff can help. Visit our Longview, Texas, dealership to take the RAV4 for a test drive or learn more.