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Toyota transforms RAV4 into all-hybrid SUV starting 2026

Michael Olabode Williams by Michael Olabode Williams
May 31, 2025
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Toyota has officially retired the gas-only RAV4. The 2026 model will be available exclusively as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

This marks a major pivot for America’s best-selling non-pickup vehicle. In 2024 alone, Toyota sold nearly 434,000 RAV4s in the U.S., making this one of the most significant hybrid transitions in automotive history.

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Every 2026 RAV4 will feature at least one electric motor. That means no more conventional petrol versions rolling off the production line. This follows the same path as the hybrid-only 2025 Camry, and further cements Toyota’s strategy of leaning into electrified vehicles without going fully electric, at least not yet.

More Power, Better Efficiency: A RAV4 Revamp with Purpose

The sixth-generation RAV4 brings upgrades across the board. The standard hybrid gets a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with Toyota’s fifth-generation hybrid system. It produces 236 hp in AWD form and 226 hp in FWD, a first for RAV4 hybrids.

The plug-in hybrid, known as the RAV4 Prime, now delivers up to 320 hp, thanks to improved battery capacity and dual electric motors. Electric-only range has been boosted by 20% to 50 miles, according to Toyota estimates. It also introduces DC fast-charging support on select trims — reducing charging time from 10% to 80% in just 30 minutes.

These performance and efficiency upgrades offer tangible benefits: quicker acceleration, lower fuel costs, and reduced emissions, without compromising utility or comfort.

A Realistic Step Toward Cleaner Driving

The 2026 RAV4 sits on the updated TNGA-K platform, featuring a stiffer frame and quieter cabin. Inside, drivers will find Toyota’s next-gen Arene multimedia system, along with the new Toyota Safety Sense 4.0.

Some environmentalists argue hybrids don’t go far enough. But Toyota’s strategy reflects a pragmatic approach in a market where EV adoption is slowing and federal incentives are shrinking. Already, nearly 50% of Toyota’s U.S. sales are hybrids, and that number could rise with the RAV4’s all-hybrid lineup.

While the RAV4 won’t end climate change on its own, it offers a low-barrier entry into electrified driving for hundreds of thousands of Americans, helping drivers save on fuel and reduce tailpipe emissions.

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