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The most popular car in the United States that isn’t a Ford pickup truck is getting a major overhaul.
Toyota’s RAV4 SUV will be manufactured only as a hybrid starting in 2026, with an updated design inside and out, the company said Tuesday. This is a major reboot for the sixth-generation vehicle, which first hit the US nearly two decades ago and helped kick-start the compact SUV craze.
Here’s a look at the new, electrified 2026 Toyota RAV4 and all its updates:
The new Toyota RAV4 is still very recognizable
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There’s nothing too radical about the overhaul, but the new RAV4 is getting some fresh work to its front grille with headlights that mimic other Toyota models. The company calls this a “hammerhead” design.
Off-road-inspired looks extend to the rest of the body
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Plenty of SUVs these days have rugged looks, and the new RAV4 is no exception. It also comes in new colors like “sunset orange” and “midnight blue.” Sportier trims can get larger wheels up to 20 inches, Toyota says.
Fully electric for up to 50 miles
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Like the Camry, the RAV4 is now fully hybrid. A 320-horsepower electric motor gives up to 50 miles of range, compared to 42 miles previously. Toyota says higher trim levels can fast-charge from 10% to 80% in 30 minutes.
The two electric motors work in tandem with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine. Depending on which of the seven trims you buy, power output varies between front-wheel and all-wheel drive.
Interior updates include a new infotainment system
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The updated RAV4’s touchscreen takes center stage, and some trims can get a larger 10.5-inch touchscreen. Toyota says its new software, Arene, is its “first step toward fully software-defined vehicles.” But don’t worry — there’s still Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth.
Unfortunately for button lovers, air conditioning and heat controls are now integrated into the bottom of the touchscreen.
A new customizable gauge cluster shows on a screen in front of the driver. Top trims get a heads-up display, too.
Toyota says the new interior ‘prioritizes functionality’
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Between the driver and passenger seats, an organized center stack groups the shifter and drive mode selector, a removable divider, and a storage bin.
Sport trims get paddle shifters and aluminum pedals. Seats get either fabric or “SofTex” faux-leather
Toyota hasn’t revealed pricing
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The most recent 2024 model starts at $30,218 and goes up to more than $38,000 for the limited trim.center
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