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Originally Posted by Superjet
I really do not see an issue with a RAV4 off road.
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If it weren't just a regular Rav4 with appearance package I'd probably agree. I actually think the RAV has some limited potential given the torque vectoring system. But it's not an offroader and it discredits any market power the TRD OR name had. The "adventure" trim was more appropriate IMO. The whole point of having a trim level is that it indicates a certain level of components and functionality. For example if a Limited 4Runner had cloth seats and no extra features it would be a problem because "limited" in toyota trim has a certain meaning. For Toyota TRD OR has always meant rear locker as a minimum. Then the Tundra had less, now the Rav has basically nothing functional with the same badge. Ultimately: TRD OR now means nothing.
What I'd love to see is the Lexus drive train in a softroader. The Rav4 size with the IS200T AWD drive train would be a legit offroad crossover. It's a completely different drive train though. And having double wishbone or a-arm suspension on both ends is IMO a basic requirement for any type of suspension upgrades or significant suspension travel range.