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2026 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2025 Toyota RAV4

2026 Blue Toyota RAV4 driving through woods

2026 Toyota RAV4

vs.

2025 Toyota RAV4
6

Trims

11
236 hp

Maximum Available Horsepower

219 hp
3,500 pounds

Maximum Towing Capacity

1,750 pounds
98.9 cubic feet

Maximum Passenger Volume

98.9 cubic feet
Yes

Hybrid Capability

Yes

The Toyota RAV4 remains a top choice for Winchester families, commuters, and adventurers thanks to its reliability, efficiency, comfort, and cutting-edge features. What’s changed for the upcoming model year? At Temecula Valley Toyota, we’ll help you understand the differences between the 2025 Toyota RAV4 and 2026 Toyota RAV4 so you can choose the SUV that better fits your lifestyle in Murrieta.

2025 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2026 RAV4: What’s New? 

The most significant difference is the redesign. The 2026 model offers a sleeker design, with sharper lines and reimagined grilles. In terms of performance, the latest model sits on a more rigid frame with suspension mounting points and features a more driver-focused cabin design. 

2025 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2026 RAV4: Trims

The 2025 Toyota RAV4 offers more trims, including gas-powered and hybrid versions. The 2026 RAV4 offers only hybrid models, but each one is more fuel-efficient. Explore the trims of each model year below: 

2026 Toyota RAV4

  • LE
  • SE
  • XLE Premium
  • Woodland
  • XSE
  • Limited

2025 Toyota RAV4

  • LE 
  • XLE 
  • Hybrid LE 
  • XLE Premium 
  • Hybrid XLE 
  • Hybrid SE 
  • Hybrid Woodland Edition 
  • Hybrid XLE Premium 
  • Limited 
  • Hybrid XSE 
  • Hybrid Limited 

2025 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2026 RAV4: Performance

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 offers even greater performance and fuel efficiency than last year, with a higher towing capacity. Check out the performance specs of each below:

2026 Toyota RAV4

  • Up to 236 hp
  • Up to 47 mpg city and 40 mpg highway*
  • Towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds

2025 Toyota RAV4

  • Up to 219 hp
  • Up to 41 mpg city and 38 mpg highway**
  • Towing capacity of up to 1,750 pounds

Test-Drive The New Toyota RAV4 In Temecula 

Whether you’re evaluating the 2025 Toyota RAV4 or the 2026 RAV4 for your daily commutes in Wildomar or adventures near Canyon Lake, Temecula Valley Toyota has the SUV you need. Our team can walk you through the updates and help you find the perfect RAV4 trim for your driving style. Visit us today to test-drive both models and explore their features firsthand. Contact us to learn more!

 

Disclaimers: 

 

*EPA-estimated 47 city/40 highway/43 combined mpg rating for 2026 RAV4 LE FWD, SE FWD and XLE Premium FWD; EPA-estimated 46 city/39 highway/42 combined mpg rating for 2026 RAV4 LE AWD and SE AWD; EPA-estimated 45 city/38 highway/41 combined mpg rating for 2026 RAV4 XLE Premium AWD; EPA-estimated 43 city/37 highway/41 combined mpg rating for 2026 RAV4 XSE and Limited; EPA-estimated 41 city/35 highway/38 combined mpg rating for 2026 RAV4 Woodland.Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

**EPA-estimated 27 city/35 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2025 RAV4 LE FWD, XLE FWD, XLE Premium FWD and Limited FWD; EPA-estimated 27 city/34 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2025 RAV4 LE AWD; EPA-estimated 27 city/33 highway/29 combined mpg rating for 2025 RAV4 XLE AWD and XLE Premium AWD; EPA-estimated 25 city/33 highway/28 combined mpg rating for 2025 RAV4 Limited AWD. EPA-estimated 41 city/38 highway/39 combined mpg rating for 2025 RAV4 Hybrid LE, Hybrid XLE, Hybrid XLE Premium, Hybrid SE, Hybrid XSE and Hybrid Limited; EPA-estimated 38 city/35 highway/37 combined mpg rating for 2025 RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

 

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