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Tesla powered Toyota RAV4 fully revealed in L.A.

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After a spot of bother with a teaser, Toyota finally revealed their RAV4 version that’s powered by Tesla.

Toyota RAV4 EV
Toyota RAV4 EV

Being one of the goodies of the Los Angeles Motor Show that’s nearly a production version there’s quite enough reason to be excited.

Well, in actual fact, if you’re one of the chaps that got a few thrills from reading this headline you should pace yourself.

Sadly, in terms of availability, up until 2012 you won’t be getting a Toyota RAV 4 that’s powered by Tesla. There is a slim chance for you if you’re one of the 35 lucky ones selected for the 2011 real world testing of the electric SUV.

Apparently, Toyota RAV 4 EV will be going through a similar testing the Mini E is already in.

Apart from that, the RAV 4 EV remains essentially remains the same Toyota you know and love. The Tesla powered model is 220 lbs more than a V6 model that has pretty much the same trim and options. Even though this is true, the performance is about the same.

Range figures will take a while to crop up but it’s nice to see the look of this Toyota RAV 4 EV is also pretty much unchanged from the normal version of the car.

Toyota RAV4 EV
Toyota RAV4 EV

The only styling exception that’s noticeable is the lack of a radiator grille but that’s to be expected as there isn’t really a big V6 engine to cool down any more.

George Lupica
the authorGeorge Lupica
George grew up with cars and began reading car magazines even before he got his first car. Before deciding to become a full-time writer in 2010, he had a corporate job and a deep passion for all things automotive. George has built himself a fan base while reviewing SUVs and sport sedans for Automotorblog.

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