The only major changes to the chassis are dual - flow front dampers, which aim to reduce road feel and improve ride comfort, and a revised rear suspension setup. (automobilemag.com)
The front and rear suspension cradles have been strengthened, front damper diameter has gone up from 1.4 to 1.8 inches, damper valving has been modified, the front and rear anti-roll bars are larger, and the spring rates have been increased by about 27 percent. (automobilemag.com)
Some useful engineering has gone into the front suspension as well, and now more sophisticated front dampers add a much - needed measure of compliance to the way the RAV4 rides along the highway. (automobilemag.com)