Read the complete story on the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid at AutoGuide.comLooking to retain its grip on the hybrid segment, Toyota will add a hybrid version of its popular RAV4 crossover starting next year.
In a brief announcement Toyota confirmed the introduction of the new model, though provided no details on a possible powertrain.
Most likely is a version of the hybrid setup currently in use in the Lexus NX with a 2.5-liter 4-Cylinder paired with an electric motor to make around 200 hp. In that car fuel economy is rated at 33 mpg city and 30 mph highway, thought look for slightly higher numbers in the lighter RAV4.
The new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid should set a new benchmark for fuel economy in the compact crossover class.
The RAV4 Hybrid joints the Camry and Highlander hybrids in Toyota’s lineup, alongside the popular Prius models including the Prius liftback, the Prius c, Prius v and Prius plug-in.
The car will officially debut at the New York International Auto Show on April 2nd at 12:30 p.m. EST.
I don't think so.-New Hybrid (200HP!! if rumour is true that could solve V6 power concerns)
It also depends on the type of driving. For us, our driving is 90-95% city.I would hope the mileage would be 40MPG or so. If not, they really should just push the fact that it's more power rather than a hybrid.
I dunno, I guess I don't really care too much about power and just overall cost, so if the mileage increase doesn't offset the initial cost increase over the course of the car's lifetime, then it's not worth getting to me.
No can do. The shape on the light on the lift gate is different.LOL, that's what I was thinking.
Actually it is likely and very possible just like they did with the Camry, the new model came out in 2012 and they put out a another new model in 2014.Unlikely the RAV4 will get redesigned for 2016. The current generation came out in 2013, so still middle-aged for a RAV4 generation.
So do they add the gas engine and the electric to get 200 horses? Don't they operate indepently?Most likely is a... 2.5-liter 4-Cylinder paired with an electric motor to make around 200 hp. In that car fuel economy is rated at 33 mpg city and 30 mph highway, thought look for slightly higher numbers in the lighter RAV4.
The gas and electric engines work together.So do they add the gas engine and the electric to get 200 horses? Don't they operate indepently?
This is my wife. 95% city with 2.0 kids.A vehicle like this might make sense facing 90% city driving. A classic 'soccer mom' machine for hauling 2.7 kids and their gear around town.
Perhaps this is a minor consideration for most, but I've really gotten used to continuously variable transmissions. Much smoother ride than typical Toyota automatics.But I already get around 24 mpg in 50-50 mixed driving in my 2.5 liter 2009 non-hybrid. Bumping up to 33 city going to take a long time to make up the difference if petrol use MPG is the only criteria for success. Also, I get 30 mpg in hwy only, so no improvement there.
Hybrid bang for the buck also depends on the trim level. We are looking at the higher trims and the hybrid upgrade premium is often less costly there. Mind you, in Canada, I suspect there won't be any base model hybrid RAV4s anyway.Having said that, I DO hope they come out with a true Base model. I'm sure to be in the minority on this forum, but please offer a Base with NO: powered lift gate; powered seat adjust; heated seats; heated rear mirrors; heated steering wheel; powered sun roof; dual zone auto climate; over-priced alloys; probably 10 other things add to expense and complexity/eventual higher failure rate. Heck, I'd probably go with manual roll-up windows! j/k
AWD is helpful even for soccer moms for stuff like snowy roads.I DO need AWD and would take a back-up camera and rear proximity warning. Okay, throw in some sound proofing and smooth the ride a bit.
Hello neighbour! I'm also in Toronto.I guess only the Blind Spot Monitoring option is something I will have to consider, as well as the premium of the hybrid over the regular model. It probably makes more sense to get in Canada because prices of fuel are much higher here.
Good to know both comes with AWD and hopefully it is more intelligent compared to earlier models where it shuts off past 25 mph.
I live in Toronto, Ontario, Canada so I'd very much like a smarter AWD system.
Main thing, AWD is available!
A no compromise vehicle, the RAV4 Hybrid will be offered in two premium grades: XLE and Limited. Both grades will be equipped with an Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel-Drive System with intelligence (AWD-i).