2025 Toyota RAV4: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-06-04
    Quick Answer

    The Toyota RAV4 is a compact SUV offered as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid for 2026, after the 2025 model year retired the gas-only variant. The standard hybrid pairs a 2.5L four-cylinder with electric motors for 219 horsepower combined (up to 226 hp on AWD); EPA estimates reach 41 mpg city / 38 highway / 39 combined on Hybrid LE FWD. The RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid (formerly RAV4 Prime) produces up to 320 horsepower combined with up to 50 miles of EPA-estimated electric-only range. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto are standard across the lineup.

    Highlights of the 2025 Toyota Rav4

    7 highlights
    • Hybrid-and-PHEV-only lineup for 2026 — Toyota retired the gas-only 2.5L four-cylinder after 2025 in favor of a fully electrified compact SUV range
    • EPA-estimated up to 41 mpg city / 38 highway / 39 combined on RAV4 Hybrid LE FWD; AWD trims drop a few mpg
    • RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid delivers up to 320 horsepower combined and up to 50 miles of EPA-estimated electric-only range — the most powerful and quickest RAV4 ever
    • Electronic on-demand AWD available across the lineup, with a dedicated rear-axle electric motor (no driveshaft penalty to cargo space)
    • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard: pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane tracing assist, full-speed dynamic radar cruise, automatic high beams, and road-sign assist
    • Adventure / Off-Road / Woodland trims add roof rails, all-terrain tires, raised ride height, and trail-tuned suspension for light off-road and overland use
    • Up to 3,500 lbs towing on hybrid Adventure / Woodland with the towing package; ~1,750 lbs on standard hybrid trims; ~2,500 lbs on the Plug-in Hybrid

    Trim-Level Breakdown and Availability at Swope Toyota

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Toyota Rav4 for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim1 trim · 1 in stockXLE1 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$39,482
    Top price$39,482
    Powertrain
    DrivetrainAWD
    Fuel optionsGasoline
    Engine4 Cyl, 2.5L
    MPG (city / hwy)27 / 33
    Standard equipment — safety & driver assistance
    Auto high-beam headlights
    Blind-spot & rear cross-traffic alert
    Lane keep assist
    Pedestrian & cyclist detection
    Standard equipment — technology & infotainment
    HomeLink garage door opener
    In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot
    Push-button start with proximity key
    Standard equipment — comfort & convenience
    Dual-zone climate control
    Hands-free smart power liftgate
    Heated front seats
    Heated steering wheel
    Memory driver seat & mirrors
    Remote engine start
    Standard equipment — interior & exterior
    LED headlights & daytime running lights
    Panoramic sunroof
    Roof rails

    Inside the Toyota Rav4

    Why the RAV4 went electrified-only

    Toyota's 2026 RAV4 redesign carries forward the electrification strategy the brand applied to the Camry: the gas-only 2.5L four-cylinder is gone, and every RAV4 now ships with either the standard hybrid powertrain or the plug-in hybrid system. The standard hybrid pairs a 2.5L four-cylinder with electric motors for 219 horsepower combined on FWD and up to 226 hp on AWD trims, with the electronic on-demand AWD using a dedicated rear-axle motor — no driveshaft running to the rear wheels, so cabin and cargo space are unaffected. The RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid (Toyota dropped the Prime name for 2026 in most markets) produces up to 320 horsepower combined and is the quickest RAV4 in the lineup, while still earning EPA-estimated electric-only range of up to 50 miles.

    Choosing between Core, Rugged, and Premium trim families

    Toyota groups the RAV4 lineup into three buyer-focused families. Core (LE, XLE, SE) is the volume range — the LE is the efficiency leader, and the SE adds sport-tuned suspension and a sportier exterior. Rugged (Adventure, Off-Road / TRD Off-Road, Woodland) adds raised ride height, all-terrain tires, roof rails, and on Off-Road / Woodland a tuned suspension and underbody protection for trail use. Premium (Limited, GR Sport on PHEV) is the loaded comfort range — leather seating, JBL audio, panoramic roof, head-up display, and the largest infotainment screen. The Plug-in Hybrid is a separate model line that overlaps with SE / XSE / Limited / GR Sport equipment levels.

    How it stacks up in the compact-SUV segment

    The RAV4 Hybrid's 39-mpg-combined EPA rating leads the mainstream compact-SUV segment, beating the Honda CR-V Hybrid by a couple of mpg and trouncing gas-only competitors like the Mazda CX-5 and Chevrolet Equinox. The Plug-in Hybrid's 50-mile electric-only range is the longest in the segment and competes more directly with the Hyundai Tucson PHEV and Ford Escape PHEV — but the RAV4 PHEV's combined output and 0-60 time put it closer to performance crossovers. AWD availability across every trim and Toyota's predicted resale value remain core competitive advantages.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Class-leading combined fuel economy on the standard Hybrid; 50-mile electric-only range on the Plug-in Hybrid
    • AWD available on every trim, including the base LE — uncommon at this price point in the compact-SUV segment
    • Strong predicted resale value supported by Toyota hybrid-drivetrain longevity
    • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard across all trims
    • Real off-road capability on Adventure / Off-Road / Woodland trims with all-terrain tires and trail-tuned suspension
    • Roomy cargo area with a flat load floor and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat
    • Standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on every trim
    Cons
    • No gas-only option for 2026 — buyers who prefer a conventional powertrain must look at the Honda CR-V or Mazda CX-5
    • Plug-in Hybrid carries a substantial price premium over the standard Hybrid
    • Towing capacity trails midsize-SUV competitors and the Highlander on the standard Hybrid
    • Base LE cabin materials and infotainment screen feel more economy-segment than higher trims
    • Ride on Adventure / Off-Road / Woodland trims is firmer thanks to all-terrain tires and trail-tuned suspension

    Used 2025 Toyota Rav4 Inventory at Swope ToyotaLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Toyota in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock1vehicle
    Price range$39,482
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedJun 4, 2026 · 10:36 PM
    Showing 1 of 1 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorInteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyCarfax 1-OwnerOptions
    2T3P1RFV3SW593547T26711290A2025ToyotaRAV4XLESUV$39,482VDP1,772Ruby Flare PearlAsh4 Cyl, 2.5LAWD8-speed automaticGasolineCPOCPO2733Yes
    66 features
    Convenience Package: Front Door Smart Key System with Push Button StartTilt and Slide Moon RoofWeather Package: 3 Spoke Leather Heated Steering WheelFront Seat Heating

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 Toyota Rav4

    For 2026, yes — Toyota retired the gas-only RAV4 after 2025 and now ships every RAV4 as either a standard Hybrid or a Plug-in Hybrid. The 2025 lineup was the last to include a gas-only powertrain alongside the hybrid and Prime PHEV.
    EPA estimates reach 41 mpg city / 38 highway / 39 combined on the Hybrid LE FWD. AWD trims drop a few mpg, and the more aggressively styled SE and Adventure trims rate slightly lower thanks to wheel and tire differences.
    EPA-estimated up to 50 miles of electric-only range on a full charge, with up to 94 MPGe combined when running in hybrid mode. Toyota lists up to 320 horsepower combined output.
    Yes. Electronic on-demand AWD is available on every trim, and standard on the Adventure, Off-Road, Woodland, and Plug-in Hybrid GR Sport trims. The system uses a dedicated rear-axle electric motor instead of a driveshaft.
    Up to 3,500 lbs on hybrid Adventure / Woodland trims when properly equipped with the towing package. Standard Hybrid trims tow ~1,750 lbs, and the Plug-in Hybrid is rated up to ~2,500 lbs.
    Adventure adds raised ride height, roof rails, and Adventure-specific styling on standard tires. Off-Road (formerly TRD Off-Road) adds a trail-tuned suspension, underbody protection, and all-terrain tires. Woodland is the overlanding-focused trim with all-terrain tires, roof rails, integrated tow hitch, and a Yakima-friendly accessory package.
    The standard Hybrid produces 219 horsepower combined on FWD and up to 226 hp on AWD trims. The Plug-in Hybrid produces up to 320 horsepower combined — the most powerful RAV4 ever.
    Every trim includes Toyota Safety Sense 3.0: pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane tracing assist, dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range, automatic high beams, road-sign assist, and proactive driving assist. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on XLE and above.
    Roughly 37.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats and ~69.8 cubic feet with the 60/40 split-folding rear seat folded. The Plug-in Hybrid sacrifices a small amount of cargo volume to package the larger battery.
    Toyota covers the RAV4 with a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, and a 10-year/150,000-mile hybrid battery warranty. Two years / 25,000 miles of ToyotaCare scheduled maintenance are included.