A snapshot released in China displayed how the upcoming Toyota RAV4 SUV final model design appears prior to the SUV’s total makeover during this latter year period. The presented picture gives viewers their first preview of the upcoming design generating excitement surrounding Toyota’s revamped SUV model.
Leaked Image Reveals 2025 Toyota RAV4 Design
A Weibo leak has showcased the complete Toyota RAV4 which will undergo its full model transformation this year. The Toyota RAV4 global version together with the GAC-Toyota Wildlander will launch their fully redesigned models in April 2025 following their appearance at a China dealership exhibit.
Source of Leak: A production-ready RAV4 surfaced on China’s Weibo social media platform where multiple users shared the image.
Display Event: This vehicle appeared at a Toyota dealer conference staged in China.
Chinese Market Version: Toyota builds the SUV with GAC as the domestic Wildlander edition for the Chinese market.
Exterior Design: Recently captured test mule images validate the final production design of this SUV.
Grille Setup: Camry-inspired grille and headlamp setup
Rear: Glasshouse area with a rising window line towards the rear
Platform: The NX remains built on Toyota’s TNGA-K modular platform also used in the Camry vehicle.
Powertrain Options:
- More petrol hybrid options
- The vehicle offers improved plug-in hybrid versions that provide greater electric-only driving capability.
Toyota RAV4: International Success and India’s Anticipation
The Toyota RAV4 maintains recognition within India since it has achieved international success although it never received official sales authorization. Multiple attempts from Toyota to enter the Indian SUV market culminated in their most recent 2021 initiative. The present RAV4 received national testing in India with its petrol-hybrid powertrain while Toyota waits to introduce the vehicle to the market.
Toyota’s Expanding SUV Lineup in India
Indian consumers can find the SUV models Hyryder and Fortuner and Land Cruiser LC300 in Toyota’s product range. Toyota plans to launch the Land Cruiser Prado alongside a major Fortuner model update coming soon. Toyota plans to introduce a completely new SUV model which will slot beneath its Fortuner SUV in the market.
Conclusion
The redesigned Toyota RAV4 and its Chinese counterpart Wildlander mark a new direction for Toyota’s SUV business portfolio. Through model introductions and Fortuner refreshes Toyota aims to extend its leadership in both global and domestic SUV segments to satisfy increasingly diverse SUV consumer tastes.