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1998 Toyota RAV4 Base Pricing and Spec
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Overview
The 1998 Toyota RAV4 Base is a four-wheel drive, 3-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Toyota RAV4 is regarded as a small SUV built in Japan with prices starting at $26,150 before on-road costs.
This Toyota RAV4 is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 96 kW of power (at 5800 rpm) and 180 Nm of torque (at 4400 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.
The Toyota RAV4 measures 1655mm (65.2 inches) in height, 3715mm (146.3 inches) in length, 1695mm (66.7 inches) in width with a 2200mm (86.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1205kg (2656.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The RAV4 Base comes standard with 215/70 R16 front tyres and 215/70 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
74.13 - 79.67 kW/t
52.24 kW/t
82.08 kW/t
Boot Space
173 litres
173 litres
964 litres
Price
$24,563 - $35,360
$24,563
$42,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
50,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 6 years
1 year
3 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,635 - 1,765 kg
1,635 kg
2,230 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,500 kg
1,200 kg
2,265 kg
Approach Angle
36°
21.3°
38°
Departure Angle
30 - 42°
18.6°
42°
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Dimensions
3,715 mm
1,695 mm
1,655 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,715 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,695 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,200 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 430 mm |
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Explore Toyota RAV4 Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Catalytic Converter Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Emission Control Level Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Engine Liters: 2
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Cc: 1988
Engine Number Of Cylinders: 4
Engine Bore: 86
Engine Stroke: 86
Engine Number Of Valves Per Cylinder: 4
Engine Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Engine Compression Ratio: 9.5
Engine Location: Front
Engine Orientation: Transverse
Fuel
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel System
Fuel Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Fuel System Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Fuel Tanks
Fuel Tanks Capacity L: 58
Fuel Tanks Capacity Gal: 15.3
Clock
Clock Type: Digital
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Type: Partial Digital
Odometer
Odometer Number Of Odometers: 2
Oil Pressure
Oil Pressure Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Water Temperature Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
Fuel Consumption As2877 Standard: As 2877
Fuel Consumption As2877 Urban L100km: 9.5
Fuel Consumption As2877 Urban Mpg: 25
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy As2877 City L100km: 9.5
Power
Power Maximum Power Kw: 96
Power Maximum Power Hp Ps: 131
Power Maximum Torque Nm: 180
Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
Power Measurement Standard: EEC
Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Power Maximum Torque Lb Ft: 133
Differential Lock
Differential Lock Center Location: Centre
Drive
Drive Driven Wheels: 4x4
Drive Four Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Transmission Type: Manual
Transmission Number Of Speeds: 5
Abs
Abs Four Wheel Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Disc Brakes Number Of: 4
Disc Brakes Number Of Ventilated Discs: 2
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel Height Adjustment: yes
Suspension
Suspension Rear Location: Rear
Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Front Location: Front
Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Front Type: Strut
Suspension Rear Type: Wishbone
Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Wheels Tire Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Tire Front Location: Front
Wheels Tire Rear Width: 215
Wheels Tire Front Width: 215
Wheels Tire Rear Profile: 70
Wheels Tire Front Profile: 70
Wheels Tire Front Speed Rating: S
Wheels Tire Rear Speed Rating: S
Wheels
Wheels Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Front Location: Front
Wheels Rear Rim Diameter Inch: 16
Wheels Front Rim Diameter Inch: 16
Wheels Front Rim Type: Steel
Wheels Rear Rim Type: Steel
Wheels Front Rim Width Inch: 6
Wheels Rear Rim Width Inch: 6
Wheels Rear Covers: Partial
Wheels Front Covers: Partial
Body Side Molding
Body Side Molding Color: Black/Grey
Body Side Molding Size: Wide
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Mud Flaps
Mud Flaps Rear Location: Rear
Non Corrosive Body
Non Corrosive Body Type: Galvanised
Non Corrosive Body Location: Part
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Cargo Area Length To Back Of Rear St Wagons Mm: 410
Cargo Area Length To Back Of Rear St Wagons In: 16.1
Cargo Capacity
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window L: 173
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window Cuft: 6.1
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down Cuft: 18.4
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down L: 520
External Dimensions
External Dimensions Overall Height In: 65.2
External Dimensions Overall Height Mm: 1655
External Dimensions Wheelbase Mm: 2200
External Dimensions Wheelbase In: 86.6
External Dimensions Overall Width In: 66.7
External Dimensions Overall Width Mm: 1695
External Dimensions Overall Length In: 146.3
External Dimensions Overall Length Mm: 3715
External Dimensions Rear Track Mm: 1465
External Dimensions Rear Track In: 57.7
External Dimensions Front Track Mm: 1460
External Dimensions Front Track In: 57.5
External Dimensions Curb To Curb Turning Circle Mm: 10000
External Dimensions Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle Ft: 32.8
Internal Dimensions
Interior Dimensions Headroom Front In: 40.4
Interior Dimensions Headroom Front Mm: 1026
Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear In: 38.7
Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear Mm: 984
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front Mm: 1435
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front In: 56.5
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front Mm: 1030
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front In: 40.6
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear Mm: 864
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear In: 34
Ramp Angles
Ramp Angles Approach Angle: 36
Ramp Angles Departure Angle: 42
Bumpers
Front Location: Front
Rear Location: Rear
Front Color: Black
Rear Color: Black
Exterior Door Handles
Doors Exterior Door Handles Color: Black
Headlights
Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
Headlights Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights Configuration: Twin
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery Material: Cloth/Felt
Door Mirrors Cameras
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Location: Driver
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Color: Black
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Color: Black
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Type: Externally Adjustable
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Type: Externally Adjustable
Power Windows
Power Windows Front Location: Front
Power Windows Front Number Of Express: 1
Power Windows Front Safety Operation: yes
Sunvisors
Sunvisors Driver Location: Driver
Sunvisors Passenger Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Intermittent Wipe: Fixed
Windshield Wipers Number Of Speeds: 2
Weights
Published Kerb Weight Lbs: 2657
Published Kerb Weight Kg: 1205
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Kg: 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Lbs: 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Kg: 610
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Lbs: 1345
Gross Vehicle Weight Kg: 1635
Gross Vehicle Weight Lbs: 3605
Antenna
Antenna Type: Pillar
Audio Anti Theft Protection
Anti Theft Protection Type: Code
Audio System
System Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Cassette: yes
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Speaker Number Of Speakers: 4
Ashtray
Ashtray Front Location: Front
Ashtray Rear Location: Rear
Ashtray Front Illuminated: yes
Cigar Lighter
Cigar Lighter Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Cigar Lighter Front Seats Illuminated: yes
Courtesy Lights
Courtesy Lights Number Of Door Switches: 2
Reading Lights
Reading Lights Front Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Vanity Mirror Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Door Panel Trim Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Floor Covering Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Floor Covering Load Area: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Load Area Side Covering Type: Plastic/Rubber
Front Airbag
Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Front Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Front Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Head Restraints
Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Head Restraints Front Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Front Seat Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Driver Location: Driver
Front Seat Passenger Type: Bucket
Front Seat Driver Type: Bucket
Front Seat Passenger Reclining: yes
Front Seat Driver Reclining: yes
Front Seat Driver Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Passenger Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Seat Upholstery
Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Seating Capacity: 4
Console
Console Floor Location: Floor
Console Dashboard Location: Dashboard
Console Floor Storage: Open
Console Dashboard Type: Full
Console Floor Type: Full
Console Dashboard Storage: Open
Cup Holders
Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Door Pockets Bins Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Pockets Bins Driver Location: Driver
Glove Compartment
Glove Compartment Lockable: yes
Glove Compartment Lid: yes
Ventilation System
Ventilation System Number Of Fan Speeds: 4
Ventilation System Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Power Locks Operation: Remote
Power Locks Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Power Locks Internal Switch: yes
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