Toyota’s 2019 RAV4 Hybrid Delivers More MPG (And More Attitude?)

Toyota’s best-selling SUV gets sharper, stronger, and smarter with every redesign.

The new RAV4 looks worlds apart from what we’ve become familiar with since the compact crossover first arrived back in 1995. Toyota launched the redesigned 2019 model in New York last year, flexing more rugged looks and bolder styling. Along with a new 2.5L Inline-4 offering more power and better fuel efficiencies, according to Toyota. But the hybrid variant improves in all the right ways.

Same Hybrid Powertrain, More RAV4 Power

2019 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid engine
2019 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid’s 2.5L engine. Photo: Toyota

Compared to the outgoing model, the 2019 RAV4 Hybrid’s power improves despite the same powertrain. If you’re considering the previous generation model, here’s our 2017 Toyota RAV4 SE Hybrid Review. Here’s a comparison between the 2019 and the previous generation model:

Specification2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid2018 Toyota RAV4 HybridChange
Engine2.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid engine2.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid engineNo change
Total System Horsepower219 horsepower (2019 XSE trim)194 horsepower+25 horsepower
TorqueNot specified152 lb-ft of torqueImproved torque
TransmissionElectronically controlled CVT automaticElectronically controlled CVT automaticNo change
All-Wheel DriveAvailable (standard on some trims)Standard on all trimsAvailability changed

2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Fuel Economy Improves

2019 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid in ruby flare pearl parked outside
2019 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid. Photo: Toyota
2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid2018 Toyota RAV4 HybridChange
Fuel Economy (City/Highway)Approximately 41 mpg city / 38 mpg highwayApproximately 34 mpg city / 30 mpg highwayImproved fuel economy

The 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid showed significant improvements in fuel economy compared to its predecessor. It achieved approximately 41 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway, representing a substantial improvement over the 2018 RAV4 Hybrid’s 34 mpg city and 30 mpg highway ratings. These enhancements showcased Toyota’s commitment to delivering a more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly hybrid SUV for environmentally conscious drivers.

2019 RAV4 Hybrid Trims Available

2019 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid logo
2019 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid. Photo: Toyota

Not all 2019 RAV4 trims were available in hybrid form. Here are your options:

United States:

Note that the Adventure trim and XLE Premium trims don’t come in hybrid variants; four of the six U.S. trims are offered.

  1. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid LE
  2. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE
  3. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE (Sportier trim)
  4. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited

Canada:

  1. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid LE
  2. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE
  3. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE (Sportier trim)
  4. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited

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