Toyota Vanguard

Meet the Toyota RAV4’s big brother. Called the Vanguard, it’s a larger and more luxurious alternative to the firm’s big-selling off-roader. It’s based on an extended RAV4 platform, and even shares some body panels with its smaller stablemate. However, the Vanguard comes with an additional row of chairs inside, making it a genuine seven-seater.

On the outside, the large SUV gets stylish headlamps and a big grille complete with horizontal chrome bars. The lat ter are in marked contrast to the grey plastic items used for the RAV4, and help to provide the newcomer with an upmarket look. A raised bonnet line and bold wheelarches add to the aggressive appearance. And to reinforce the car’s road-biased set-up, designers at the company have done away with the mud-plugging-style spare wheel hous ing on the tailgate.

Instead, Vanguard buyers get an emergency puncture repair kit in case of a flat tyre – although a full-sized spare wheel can be spec ified from the extensive list of optional extras. The new Toyota can still cope with mild off-road duties, though, thanks to standard-fit features such as hill start and downhill assist. Under the bonnet, there’s a choice of petrol engines. These are expected to include a 163ps 2.4-litre powerplant, which will be linked as stan dard to a seven-speed CVT.

Technical Data
Body Type	SUV	Engine Layout	FF
Engine Type	2.4L 2AZ-FE VVT-i DOHC
Displacement	2362cc	Transmission	Super CVT

Performance
Power	170 ps	Torque	224 Nm
0-100km/h	--	Fuel Consumption	--
Suspension (F)	MacPherson strut type / Ventilated disc
Suspension (R)	Double wishbone / Disc

Dimensions
Length	4590mm	Width	1590mm
Height	1690mm	Weight	1595kg
Wheelbase	2660mm	Turning Radius	5300mm

Features
2.4 S
6 Airbags	ABS	Traction control
HID Headlights	Knockdown rear seats	Controls on steering wheel
Auto retractbale side mirrors	Push-start engine button	Cruise control

Information
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