2026 Toyota RAV4 plug-in: Big battery means daily drives are all-electric
Summary
Ars Technica reviews the 2026 Toyota RAV4 plug-in, highlighting a 22.7 kWh battery and a multi-motor hybrid system that mostly operates as a series hybrid with occasional parallel modes. The SE and XSE trims offer up to 52 miles of electric range, while the GR Sport trims push range down to about 48 miles due to performance tuning. Charging times vary from 3.5 hours on a 7 kW Level 2 charger to about 2.5 hours on an 11 kW setup, with DC fast charging capable of roughly 35 minutes from 10–80%. The piece notes improved infotainment but suggests the GR Sport isn’t particularly sporty relative to its price and mission.