The 2026 Toyota RAV4, designated as the XA60 generation, has transitioned exclusively to hybrid powertrains. The lineup includes a standard hybrid with 226 horsepower for front-wheel drive or 236 horsepower for all-wheel drive, and a plug-in hybrid variant delivering 320 horsepower with an all-electric range of up to 50 miles.
Pricing for the 2026 RAV4 starts at $31 900 for the base LE trim, reaching $43 300 for the Limited version. The model features a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and infotainment screens ranging from 10.5 to 12.9 inches. Safety equipment includes the Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 suite as standard across the range.
The RAV4 faces competition from the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid, which starts at $36 030. While the CR-V offers more passenger and cargo space, its hybrid system produces 204 horsepower. The 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, priced between $34 750 and $40 450, features standard all-wheel drive but provides less cargo capacity than the Toyota.
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is available in regular and plug-in configurations, with prices ranging from $31 300 to $48 900. It utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission and offers up to 32 miles of electric range for the PHEV model. The Subaru Forester Hybrid, priced from $34 730 to $41 545, delivers 194 horsepower.
