The all-new RAV4 Rongfang has been generating quite a bit of buzz lately. On one hand, this model, which has surpassed 15 million cumulative global sales and won the SUV sales championship for 8 consecutive years, has just completed its generational change; on the other hand, the official guide price of

169,800 to 228,800 yuan⟧, combined with a limited-time renewal price dropping to as low as 151,800 yuan, has indeed made many consumers planning to buy a family SUV start to take a serious look at it.

The price has come down, but can the product strength keep up? Let us help you sort it out.

Three powertrains, how to choose?

The all-new Rongfang this time offers three powertrain systems: 2.0L gasoline, 2.0L intelligent hybrid dual engine, and 2.5L intelligent hybrid dual engine, with a total of six configuration versions. Simply put, it lets people with different driving needs all find the one that suits them.

2.0L gasoline version: suitable for pragmatic family users. No charging anxiety, low maintenance cost, and completely sufficient for daily commuting, picking up and dropping off children, and weekend shopping. If you occasionally want to head to the suburbs, the four-wheel-drive version can also handle unpaved roads.

2.0L intelligent hybrid dual engine: suitable for users who have requirements for a sense of technology and driving quality. Fuel consumption is as low as 4.6L per 100 kilometers, it drives more quietly and smoothly, and intelligent driving assistance is standard across the entire lineup, making it a choice of "add a little budget, upgrade a level of experience."

2.5L intelligent hybrid dual engine: suitable for users who love outdoor exploration. Equipped with EFour electronic four-wheel drive, it has stronger power, better off-road capability, and more complete configurations. Simply put, people who want to drive farther and go wilder will like it.

Ten "super" points, where exactly does it save, and where exactly is it good?

Of the ten "super" points summarized officially, let us talk about a few practical ones.

The first is the fifth-generation intelligent hybrid dual engine. In a China Automotive Research test, one tank of fuel could run more than 1,400 kilometers, with minimum fuel consumption of 3.99 liters per 100 kilometers. No need to charge, and maintenance is simple. Over long-term use, the fuel money saved is indeed considerable.

Toyota Pilot intelligent driving assistance system is standard across the entire lineup, with 24 sensors, able to perceive "the car in front of the car in front," and predict braking in advance. When driving on highways or in traffic jams, this configuration can reduce a lot of fatigue.

The trunk is 514 liters, enough for three 28-inch suitcases. The 2.5L hybrid version also has 1,500-watt external discharge, making it convenient to cook hot pot while camping or charge devices, which counts as a very practical "easter egg."

Eighty percent of the body-in-white was redesigned, with A/B pillars using 1,470 MPa ultra-high-strength steel. More than 15 million units sold globally, and its reputation speaks for itself. It is not easy to become loose or develop rattles over long-term use.

Qualcomm 8155 chip + 15.6-inch large screen, supporting continuous voice dialogue, and the response is fairly smooth. China Automotive Research gave it an "Intelligent Cockpit A-Level Certification," so it is not just for show.

Maintenance interval is 10,000 kilometers, and brake pads generally only need replacing after more than 80,000 to 100,000 kilometers. Later-stage vehicle costs are indeed low, which is very important for a family car.

Back to the original question: is it worth it?

At a starting price of 169,800 yuan, it is not expensive among joint-venture brand mid-size SUVs, especially since the actual entry threshold for the hybrid version has already come down. Add in the reputation endorsement of a global sales champion, standard safety configurations across the lineup, low fuel consumption, and low maintenance costs, and the all-new Rongfang is indeed a car of the "long-term ownership" type.

If you are buying a car to drive for five or six years or even longer, do not want hassle, do not want to step into pitfalls, and are pursuing peace of mind, money saving, and safety, then this car is worth going to see.⟦40⟧