Plug-in Hybrid Rav4 Arrives Late June
Toyota’s first ever plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicle for Australia will go on sale in late June when the RAV4 PHEV arrives in dealerships priced from $58,840*1 plus on road costs.
The all-new sixth-generation RAV4 PHEV powertrain will be offered in three variants with a RAV4 XSE in 2WD and AWD, along with the all-new range-topping RAV4 GR Sport AWD.
Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations John Pappas said this was a milestone moment for Toyota as it continued to expand its multi-pathway approach to decarbonisation and offer Australian customers a broad choice of powertrains that suit the vehicle and customer use.
“The arrival of our first plug-in hybrid model further expands our multi-pathway strategy that aims to provide the right powertrain for the right vehicle and its intended use,” Mr Pappas said.
“While we are continuing to expand our battery electric range with the arrival of the bZ4X Touring model, we have always said that BEVs are only one part of a broader mix of solutions to reducing emissions, as our vehicles have to be fit for purpose.
“That means continuing to offer customers a mix of hybrid, BEV, PHEV, diesel, petrol and FCEV (fuel-cell electric vehicles) powertrains while always looking to ways to improve efficiency, performance and reduce CO2 tailpipe emissions.
“For RAV4, we have already launched the extremely efficient all-new sixth-generation model in hybrid versions and the new PHEV models will provide greater performance for those who really enjoy their driving out on the open road, along with the ability to run on electric power alone for shorter trips around the city,” he said.
The RAV4 XSE 2WD PHEV uses Toyota’s sixth generation plug-in hybrid powertrain that combines a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a front electric motor generator that deliver a combined maximum power output of 201kW.
AWD versions of the plug-in hybrid RAV4 models add a second electric motor generator on the rear axle and offer a combined maximum output of 227kW, making the XSE AWD and GR Sport AWD versions the most powerful RAV4s ever.
A large-capacity 22.7kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides ample EV-only driving range for shorter trips and supports both 50kW DC charging and 11kW three-phase AC charging.
For 2WD variants, the new RAV4 PHEV offers up to 154km of EV-only driving based on the NEDC test cycle (121km on WLTP) with AWD versions including the new GR Sport providing up to 144km of electric-only range based on NEDC testing (113km on WLTP)*2.
RAV4 XSE PHEV versions share the same high level of premium features with their hybrid counterparts with addition of larger disc brakes and a handy 1500W inverter with a three-pin plug in the luggage space capable of powering small appliances.
The RAV4 GR Sport sits on a 20mm wider track and front performance dampers, a rear brace, and unique spring and damper rates and steering tune to provide a sportier drive experience.
The mechanical enhancements are complemented by a range of modifications to further improve aerodynamics and provide a sporty aesthetic, inside and out.