| Battery & Range | - Hybrid SUV, no official pure-EV range disclosed
- Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Non‑plug‑in hybrid; no official electric‑only range disclosed
- Not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid powertrain producing 236 hp
- Described as eco-hybrid SUV for Nepal roads
- Not disclosed officially for torque and drivetrain layout (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - 2.0L petrol engine, 5‑seater SUV segment
- Hybrid powertrain available across RAV4 range in Nepal
- Electronically Controlled CVT (e‑CVT) gearbox
- All‑wheel‑drive available on RAV4 hybrid platform
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Wheelbase not disclosed officially for Nepal-spec (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Ground clearance not disclosed officially for Nepal-spec (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Wheelbase 2690 mm
- Ground clearance 195 mm
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| Dimensions | - Marketed as a "True 7-Seater SUV" sized for families
- Exact length, width, height not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Length 4600 mm
- Width 1855 mm
- Height 1685 mm
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| Cargo | - Emphasis on utility and space for luggage and families
- Exact boot capacity in liters not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Boot/cargo capacity not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
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| Comfort & Interior | - Premium, tech-loaded cabin highlighted by Kia Nepal
- Seats designed to pamper passengers, focus on comfort
- Meromoto praises comfortable 7-seat interior for long drives
- Specific seat material and features not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - 5‑seater SUV configuration
- Multiple interior comfort features; detailed list not disclosed in Nepal brochure
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Described as "premium tech-loaded" but screen size not disclosed
- Meromoto mentions modern features enhancing driving pleasure
- Wireless connectivity and navigation not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Premium multimedia system available as launch package option
- Standard infotainment features; exact screen size not disclosed officially
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| Safety | - Positioned as safe family SUV; detailed safety list not disclosed
- Airbag count and ADAS features not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Hybrid platform supports advanced safety equipment; spec details not fully disclosed
- Top speed electronically limited to 180 km/h
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| Design & Exterior | - Bold EV9-inspired exterior design claimed by Kia Nepal
- Styled as elegant yet rugged 7-seater SUV
- Specific wheel size, lighting tech not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Available exterior families: core, rugged, sport‑inspired
- Eight colour options including Midnight Black, Blueprint, Wind Chill Pearl
- Additional colours like Attitude Black, Tokyo Red, Super White listed for Nepal
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| Sales & Imports | - Introduced in Nepal as eco-friendly hybrid SUV by Kia Nepal
- Meromoto notes it as new premium 7-seater offering
- Exact import volumes and monthly sales not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - RAV4 2.0L priced at Rs 1.67 Crore on‑road in Nepal
- Model imported and sold by official Toyota Nepal distributor
- First hybrid units for latest RAV4 expected within 60‑90 days of announcement
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Priced around NPR 1.9 crore on-road in Nepal
- Meromoto calls it a beast blending elegance and utility
- Positioned as premium, tech-loaded family SUV
- No official fuel-efficiency figures for value assessment (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Entry RAV4 2.0L offers Toyota SUV badge at lowest RAV4 price
- Hybrid tech positions RAV4 as efficiency‑focused premium SUV
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| Pros | - True 7-seater configuration for large families
- Premium, tech-loaded cabin with comfort focus
- Eco-hybrid powertrain with strong performance
- Meromoto highlights blend of elegance and raw utility
| - Respected Toyota reliability and distributor support in Nepal
- Hybrid efficiency with claimed 18 kmpl mileage figure
- Multiple exterior style families to match buyer preference
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| Cons | - High on-road price around NPR 1.9 crore
- Detailed specs limited; many figures not disclosed
- Hybrid, not full EV; no pure-electric range
| - High price versus smaller crossovers; Rs 1.67 Crore entry cost
- Detailed interior and safety feature breakdown not published for Nepal
- Non‑plug‑in hybrid lacks EV‑only commuting capability
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