Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD

Toyota RAV4 2003 1.8 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD has been produced from October, 2003 to January, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 161 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard.
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This Toyota RAV4 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-20, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.

Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.

Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Toyota RAV4 2003 - 2006 versions, city fuel economy - 9.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 57 litres or 15.06 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Toyota real everyday fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Toyota RAV4 fuel consumption.

Toyota RAV4 1.8 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Toyota RAV4 2003

Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD technical data

Model: Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2003. October ... 2006. January 
Engine: 1794 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 175 g/km
Power: 125 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 161 NM ON 4200 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 175 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.4 (combined) 9.4 (urban) 6.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 57 litres (15.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.26m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.70m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters
Trunk capacity: 400 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1150 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1730 kg

Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD engine 1ZZ-FE

Engine displacement 1794 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 91.5 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 150,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD oil type 5W-20, 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) More service info
Power 120 - 145 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 160 - 175 NM ON 4200 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 12 years
Engine also used on Toyota Avensis Toyota Corolla Toyota Corolla Verso and 2 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Toyota RAV4 crossover [2003 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Toyota RAV-4 1.8 16v VVT-i 2WD Oct 2003 — Jan 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 125 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Toyota RAV-4 2.0 16v VVT-i 4WD Oct 2003 — Jan 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Toyota RAV-4 2.0 16v VVT-i 4WD Oct 2003 — Jan 2006 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Toyota RAV-4 2.0 D4-D 4WD Oct 2003 — Jan 2006 2.0 Diesel 116 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Toyota RAV4 2003 2.4i Jan 2003 — Dec 2005 2.4 Petrol 161 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Toyota RAV-4 2.4i 4x4 Oct 2003 — Jan 2006 2.4 Petrol 161 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Toyota RAV-4 2.4i 4x4 Oct 2003 — Jan 2006 2.4 Petrol 161 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Toyota RAV4 2003 reviews
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