Do You Rally With Your 2017 Toyota RAV4?

The 2017 American Rally Association’s 2WD class champions drive a 2017 Toyota RAV4. Ryan Millen and his co-driver Rhianon Gelsomino captured the title after winning the New England Forest Rally with more than a full race remaining in the season. It’s an amazing victory, although not a complete surprise, since the duo drive a Toyota RAV4.

Obviously, you don’t drive your RAV4 like you’re on the rally route. It takes years of training and perseverance to be successful on the track, even though the RAV4 shows it is up to the challenge. And please don’t take this as an endorsement to drive your RAV4 like you’re in a rally – it’s extremely taxing, but this rally shows the reliability of the 2017 Toyota RAV4.

The 2017 Toyota RAV4’s Dependability

The Rally RAV4 is a front-wheel-drive only model, which demonstrates how truly capable and diverse the RAV4 is. In the course of the 2017 season the RAV4’s stock 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission held up to more than 1,000 miles of rugged terrain and harsh abuse.

If the RAV4 can hold up to that type of treatment, imagine how well it will perform for you on a daily basis! The 2017 Toyota RAV4 has 176 horsepower, and that’s enough for the rally track or the city streets without any issue.

Other key features that help the RAV4 team to success include an Automatic Limited-Slip Differential and responsive steering with the RAV4’s electric power steering system. MacPherson struts and double-wishbone rear suspension may not be exactly the same equipment as the rally version, but keep the 2017 Toyota RAV4 stable, surefooted, and comfortable on any terrain you might encounter.

Whether you’re using your Toyota RAV4 as a commuter, a weekend warrior, or a rally racer, it’s up to the challenge. Find the extremely capable 2017 Toyota RAV4 right here at Jay Wolfe Toyota. We’ll help you find the right RAV4 for your needs and help you keep it running at its best for years to come.