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Toyota Teases Redesigned 2026 RAV4 Ahead of May 20 Debut

  • Toyota redesigned the 2026 RAV4, America’s best-selling SUV, to be exclusively a hybrid model, available with front- or all-wheel drive.
  • This shift to only hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains responds to growing demands for lower emissions and improved fuel economy.
  • The new model features increased structural rigidity for better handling, a standard 10.5-inch touchscreen with optional 12.9-inch screens, and a range of trims including a sporty GR Sport.
  • Hybrid models produce 226 to 236 horsepower, while plug-in hybrids deliver up to 320 hp and an electric range of 50 miles, up from 42 miles previously.
  • The 2026 RAV4’s hybrid-only approach may raise prices but offers reduced emissions and towing capability up to 3,500 pounds on select AWD trims, suggesting a focus on efficiency and versatility.
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2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV confirmed for Australia

A plug-in hybrid version of the most popular SUV in Australia has been confirmed for local showrooms in 2026.

·City of Perth, Australia
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Car and Driver broke the news in on Monday, May 19, 2025.
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