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Toyota Unveils Sixth-Generation RAV4 with Hybrid-Only Powertrains

The 2026 RAV4 lineup eliminates gas-only models, introducing hybrid and plug-in hybrid options with enhanced range, power, and software features.

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The interior of a 2026 Toyota RAV4 GR Sport plug-in hybrid SUV.
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Overview

  • Toyota has officially revealed the 2026 RAV4, now available exclusively as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid, marking the end of its gas-only variants.
  • The plug-in hybrid models offer up to 50 miles of all-electric range and support DC fast charging on select trims, enabling a 10-80% charge in approximately 30 minutes.
  • The new RAV4 features Toyota's Arene software platform, debuting advanced multimedia, safety systems, and over-the-air update capabilities.
  • New trims include the performance-focused GR Sport and the rugged Woodland, expanding the lineup's versatility and appeal.
  • Global production and rollout are underway, with launches planned for North America, Japan, and Europe by March 2026 and Australia receiving its first PHEV RAV4 in early 2026.