What is it?
The sixth-generation RAV4 lands in Australia in 2026 hybrid only at the base, with a new plug-in hybrid joining the line for the first time. Eleven variants in total across GX, GXL, Edge, XSE, Cruiser and GR Sport.
The lineup runs from GX Hybrid 2WD at $45,990 plus on-roads, through to GR Sport PHEV AWD at $66,340 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Hybrid only at entry, no petrol-only option penalises the buyer. The new PHEV adds 100 km of pure EV range, and Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 is standard across all 11 variants.
5-year warranty trails the 7 and 10-year Korean and Chinese rivals. PHEV pricing pushes the flagship GR Sport past $72,000 drive-away.
Should you buy the RAV4?
Reasons to buy
- Hybrid only at entry, no petrol-only option penalises the buyer. The new PHEV adds 100 km of pure EV range, and Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 is standard across all 11 variants.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km. Hybrid battery: up to 10 years with on-schedule servicing.
- 580 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 1,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- 5-year warranty trails the 7 and 10-year Korean and Chinese rivals. PHEV pricing pushes the flagship GR Sport past $72,000 drive-away.
- You want a 7-year warranty (Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson), AWD as standard across the range (Mazda CX-5), or a confirmed ANCAP rating against the 2026 protocol.
- 2026 ANCAP rating is not yet finalised at launch, and hybrid wait times are still measured in months in some metros.
- Top trim climbs to $66,340 plus on-roads.
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