Whats the price difference between a RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid?

The Toyota RAV4 is the most popular small SUV in America based on sales numbers. The RAV4 may not be the best small SUV on the market, but it certainly is the best-selling. The Toyota RAV4 dominates other small SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue. It comes in plenty of different configurations. The Japanese automaker also produces a hybrid and plug-in hybrid version of the popular small SUV. Which is better, the RAV4 gas or hybrid version?

Which is better, Toyota RAV4 gas or hybrid?

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid gets better gas mileage and comes with great standard features. The gas-powered RAV4 sells more than the hybrid version. The RAV4 Hybrid is the better small SUV for the money because it gets more driving range and can save drivers thousands of dollars throughout the average period of new vehicle ownership (about 8.4 years).

So, you can’t decide between the classic RAV4 and the RAV4 Hybrid. Never fear. MotorBiscuit has got you covered. While the term “best” is subjective, potential buyers can determine which vehicle provides more value (for them) by comparing vehicle specs.

There’s a price difference of roughly $2,600 between the RAV4 Hybrid and gas-powered RAV4 before taxes and additional fees. The most obvious difference between the two small Japanese SUV models is fuel economy. The RAV4 gets decent gas mileage, but the RAV4 Hybrid’s gas mileage is far superior.

A gas-powered 2022 Toyota RAV4 can travel for about 449 miles before needing to refuel based on its combined gas mileage and fuel tank size. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid can travel for over 572 miles before needing to refuel. If you plan on getting a new small SUV and owning it for a long period of time, then the RAV4 Hybrid is the way to go. One of the main reasons that the gas-powered RAV4 is more popular is affordability. Many drivers are skeptical about hybrid technology as well.

Does a RAV4 Hybrid really save on gas?

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners will save hundreds of dollars on gas every year because of how fuel efficient the small hybrid SUV is. The RAV4 Hybrid can travel further than the gas-powered RAV4 using the same amount of gas thanks to its hybrid powertrain. This means fewer trips to the gas station annually. Kelley Blue Book praises the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid’s amazing fuel economy.

Is the RAV4 Hybrid good for long trips?

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The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is great for long road trips and long commutes because of its stellar fuel economy. It’s no RAV4 Prime, but the RAV4 Hybrid is the next best thing. Toyota’s small hybrid SUV is one of the most competitive models in its vehicle segment. It competes with models like the Honda CR-V Hybrid and Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

Australian pricing and specs for the updated 2023 Toyota RAV4 have been announced. Get all the details at the link below.

MORE2023 Toyota RAV4 pricing and features

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STORY CONTINUES: 2022 RAV4 pricing and specs

Key Points

• RAV4 goes through updates ahead of 2022
• New XSE variant joins the line-up as a hybrid only
• All grades now available with hybrid drivetrain

Toyota Australia has announced changes to the 2022 RAV4 line-up, gaining a new variant which will be available only as a hybrid.

The RAV4 XSE grade slots between the existing GXL and Cruiser, on sale from $42,825 before on-road costs as a front-wheel-drive – while the all-wheel-drive incurs a $3000 premium, taking it up to $45,825.

With the hybrid setup now also available in the range-topping Edge, Toyota has given all electrified RAV4s a minor facelift – with new projector LED headlamps featuring three clear segments, as well as LED fog lamps in the lower front bumper as standard.

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Pricing

While the entry-level RAV4 GX's list price has decreased, all of its higher-spec siblings have undergone a slight increase, owing to upgrades across the model range.

Prices exclude on-road costs.

RAV4 GX 2WD$34,300-$395RAV4 GX 2WD Hybrid$36,800-$270RAV4 GX AWD Hybrid$39,800-$270RAV4 GXL 2WD$37,825+$410RAV4 GXL 2WD Hybrid$40,325+$410RAV4 GXL AWD Hybrid$43,325+$410RAV4 XSE 2WD Hybrid$42,825newRAV4 XSE AWD Hybrid$45,825newRAV4 Cruiser 2WD$42,500+$1585RAV4 Cruiser 2WD Hybrid$45,000+$1585RAV4 Cruiser AWD Hybrid$48,000+$1585RAV4 Edge AWD$49,820+$1585RAV4 Edge AWD Hybrid$52,320new

Options

A small range of optional extras are available for RAV4 buyers, although some are only available on certain grades.

Premium paint$675Navigation (GX hybrid only)$1000Navigation and full-sized spare (GX hybrid only)$1300Panoramic roof (Edge AWD petrol only)$1300

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Features

GX

All RAV4 variants benefit from minor upgrades, with the entry-level GX gaining new equipment in addition to the exterior changes which includes:

17-inch alloy wheels finished in light greyDAB+ radioRear seat belt reminderLED interior lightsRevised front headlightsLED fog lights.

GXL

Changes to the GXL are minor, with tweaks including:

Five-V spoke 18-inch wheels in dark silverIlluminated door switches.

XSE (new)

The freshly introduced variant builds on the GXL, offering a host of small changes to differentiate it from the lower grade, including:

Black accents on the front and rear bumpers, grille, fog light surrounds, fenders, mirrors and door mouldingsBlack roofFive-V spoke 18-inch wheels in gloss blackSoftex upholstered seatsTwo-stage heating for driver and passenger10-way power adjustment for the driver with lumbar supportLeather-accented door trimsMood lightingPower rear hatchCrystal pearl, silver sky, graphite and mineral blue paint options.

Cruiser

The penultimate step on the RAV4 ladder is taken up by the Cruiser, with the variant undergoing minor changes for 2022, including:

Five-V spoke 18-inch wheels in dark silverDigital rearview mirrorThree-stage front seat heating and ventilationEight-way power adjustment for the front passenger seat.

Edge

Top-of-the-range Edge scores a safety and minor visual refresh, with features such as:

Rear cross-traffic alert (RCTA)Parking support brake (PKSB)19-inch alloy wheels finished in matte greyHybrid powertrain.

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Engine, drivetrain and fuel economy

Powertrains will remain the same as in the current RAV4 line-up, with a choice of two petrol engines available – a 2.0-litre unit making 127kW/203Nm and sending power to the front wheels through a CVT (GX, GXL, Cruiser) or a 2.5-litre 152kW/243Nm engine mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox, only available in Edge all-wheel-drive guise.

Hybrid options remain as either a front-wheel-drive 160kW/221Nm or an all-wheel-drive 163kW configuration, with the former available in all variants bar the Edge – as the range-topper can only be purchased in all-wheel-drive spec.

Toyota has dropped the option of a manual gearbox for the GX, meaning only two-pedal RAV4s are available to order.

While fuel economy figures weren't supplied for the updated models, not much is expected to change from the existing consumption numbers, despite all petrol grades now gaining stop-start technology. These are:

RAV4 2WD 2.0 CVT6.5L/100kmRAV4 AWD 2.5 8AT7.5L/100kmRAV4 2WD Hybrid CVT4.7/100kmRAV4 AWD Hybrid CVT4.8L/100km.

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Warranty and servicing

As with all of Toyota's range, the 2022 RAV4 is covered by a five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty, while an extra two years of engine and driveline coverage is offered if the service schedule is adhered to.

In addition to this, Toyota offers capped-price servicing for five years/75,000 kilometres (up to the first five services) for new RAV4 owners, pricing each 12 month/15,000 kilometre service at $230.

Availability

The updated 2022 Toyota RAV4 is expected to arrive in Australia during the first quarter of next year.

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