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https://www.yahoo.com/autos/toyota-unvei...54044.html
Toyota is ready to unveil a new lineup of RAV4s, but this time, it'll only be available as a hybrid. The 2026 SUVs will be the second time the brand transitions a popular vehicle to hybrid-only. These SUVs will be available in a conventional or plug-in model, making them accessible to those without home chargers.
Toyota had previously made a similar move with the 2025 Toyota Camry.
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In 2025, the hybrid is about $3000 more than the RAV4 ICE equivalent trimline. Using 2025 mpg ratings and MSRP and a steady $3.00 a gallon, you'll break even with fuel economy savings at around the 100,000 mile mark. YMMV.
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No pure EV yet? (just the underwhelming bZ4X)
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(06-26-2025, 05:03 PM)special Wrote: (06-26-2025, 04:42 PM)Acer Wrote: In 2025, the hybrid is about $3000 more than the RAV4 ICE equivalent trimline. Using 2025 mpg ratings and MSRP and a steady $3.00 a gallon, you'll break even with fuel economy savings at around the 100,000 mile mark. YMMV.
Also less wear and tear on brakes.
Not to mention that if you get the Plug-in hybrid (aka PHEV), you'll get vastly more power and save a huge amount of engine wear and have virtually no wear and tear on the brakes. Of course, that requires a place to park it where you can easily plug it in. We bought one a few months ago and absolutely love the EV driving experience (quiet, smooth, an absolute rocketship off the line). Of course, that'll cost ya more than the regular hybrid but there is still a $6,500 rebate available for it that's based on the not yet cancelled Biden Infrastructure bill.
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Did they fix the cablegate ?
I just got a 2025 and this is one of my concerns for the long term.
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