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The sixth generation Toyota RAV4 is coming soon

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Toyota Europe has released a few interior photos of the car that is set to be launched on May 21st. Although it is not specified which car it is, many believe that it is the sixth generation Toyota RAV4.

What we can see from the photos is that the next-gen RAV4 will have a more off-road look. The interior is equipped with a screen like the one in the Land Cruiser and Urban Cruiser, but with a floating layout instead of integrated displays, and a massive center console with cup holders.

When it comes to the powertrain, the next-gen is expected to retain the 2.5-L hybrid engine like the current RAV4, with AWD and FWD. Toyota has not confirmed this information, and many hope that the plug-in hybrid version with AWD will remain on offer, but it should offer a slightly longer electric range than the current RAV4, which allows a range of up to 75 km.

Toyota is trying to refresh its fleet, in order to keep up with the current competition and keep its place as one of the largest in the market. It recently launched a refreshed version of the Corolla Cross that offers more sporty excitement.

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2026 Toyota Corolla Cross

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Toyota has launched a refreshed version of the Corolla Cross. It is a compact crossover SUV that debuted in 2020, and now comes with a touch of sporty spirit.

The refreshed Corolla Cross has a honeycomb front grille, modified headlights, an LED light strip, new rear lights, small fins that improve stability and aerodynamic performance. It is mounted on a set of redesigned 18-inch wheels. There is also a GR Sport package on offer, which includes a redesigned front bumper and radiator grille like the one on the current GR Corolla, and 19-inch black wheels in an exclusive Storm Gray color. The suspension has been lowered by 10 mm and tuned for a sportier handling. Power steering has been tuned, and new gearshift paddles are standard equipment. Drivers also get a choice of two new modes: Snow and Snow Extra.

The interior has also undergone some changes. It is equipped with a larger center console, a new gear lever, a wireless smartphone charger, a new 10.5-inch infotainment screen and a 12.3-inch instrument cluster.

When it comes to the powertrain, there have been no changes. European buyers will still be able to choose from two hybrid powertrain options. The first option is the Hybrid 140 powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor for a total of 140 hp. For those who want more power, the Hybrid 200 option is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor for a total of 200 hp.

The refreshed Toyota Corolla Cross will be available in Europe from the summer.

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Christian von Koenigsegg drives a Toyota GR Yaris

Swedish company Koenigsegg Automotive AB is known for producing some of the most powerful and fastest cars in the world. However, the company’s owner recently came to work in a car from another manufacturer, the Toyota GR Yaris. It is also a powerful car, but not even close to what Koenigsegg offers.

In a video posted on social media, Christian von Koenigsegg said: “Three-cylinder madness in the morning”, showing the car he drives to work every day.

Christian von Koenigsegg has been using Japanese cars since he was a student. Back then, he drove a Mazda MX-5, which he sold after his studies, but six years ago he managed to find this car and return it to his ownership.

The GR Yaris is powered by a 1.6-liter three-cylinder turbo petrol engine with 261 hp (192 kW) and 266 lb-ft (360 Nm) of torque, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h).

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