2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure is a $3,290 Premium
The 2018 Toyota Rav4 Adventure will start at $28,695 including destination.
The RAV4 Adventure was first revealed at the 2017 Chicago Auto Show and slots in between the XLE and SE gas trims. The model adds exclusive exterior styling features and trim-specific interior touches, such as large over-fender flares and 18-inch five-spoke black alloy wheels. The crossover also gets unique gray lower valence panels and rocker panel guards, black headlight bezels, black fog lamp surround, roof rails, and exclusive Adventure badging for the exterior.
There’s also a bit more ground clearance, with the RAV4 Adventure sitting 6.5 inches off the ground, up from 6.1 inches on the standard model.
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On the inside, exclusive features include carbon-fiber-like trim pieces, leather-wrapped shift knob, “RAV4 Adventure” logoed door sill protectors, and all-weather floor and cargo mats with “RAV4 Adventure” badging. Also new and exclusive to the model is a 120V/100W power outlet in the cargo area, adding a convenient portable charging station to the crossover.
The 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure comes standard with front-wheel drive, but can be had with all-wheel drive for $700 additional. Both versions come standard with the Tow Prep Package, which includes an upgraded radiator and supplemental engine oil and transmission fluid coolers. When adding the available tow hitch receiver and wiring harness, the RAV4 Adventure can tow up to 2,900 pounds on front-wheel-drive models and 3,500 lbs on all-wheel-drive models.
Available features exclusive to the RAV4 Adventure include optional heated fabric front row seats with power driver’s seat, heated leather steering wheel, and wiper de-icer as part of a new Cold Weather Package.
The 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure arrives dealerships later this month.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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... and same crappy Toyo A20 Open Country tires as my 2017 SE.