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Toyota · model year 2026
2026 Toyota RAV4
SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid · EPA class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Where it places
- 35 Hybrid cars
Ordered by combined MPG #35 of 289 - 04 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #4 of 479 - 09 Fuel-efficient small SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #9 of 521 - 1095 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #1095 of 1,172 - 69 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #69 of 2,158 - 83 Toyota cars
Every model year, newest first #83 of 2,645
Against hybrid cars
The CarCody take
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is a small sport utility vehicle with front-wheel drive, a gasoline-electric hybrid system, and a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Its EPA rating is 43 MPG combined, with 47 MPG in city driving and 40 MPG on the highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $1,550, and tailpipe CO2 is 205 grams per mile.
Good to know
- 43 MPG combined EPA rating
- 47 MPG city rating
- Hybrid gasoline powertrain
- EPA annual fuel cost of $1,550
- Front-wheel drive SUV layout
Watch for
- 40 MPG highway rating is lower than its city rating
- Runs on gasoline rather than listing electric-only range
- Front-wheel drive only in the supplied specification
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a small SUV with a 43 MPG combined rating City-focused driving where the 47 MPG rating matters Buyers choosing a front-wheel-drive hybrid
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 puts its focus on efficient SUV driving. Its 43 MPG combined rating and $1,550 annual fuel-cost estimate give buyers clear running figures. City commuters get the higher 47 MPG rating, while highway trips use the 40 MPG figure. Choose it when a gasoline hybrid SUV with front-wheel drive matches your needs and its 2.5-liter four-cylinder setup fits your priorities.
What it is
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is a small SUV in the EPA’s Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD class. It uses front-wheel drive, gasoline, and a hybrid powertrain.
Its powertrain pairs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with an automatic AV-S6 transmission.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 43 MPG combined. That is the EPA’s combined city-and-highway rating for this RAV4 hybrid.
City driving is rated at 47 MPG, while highway driving is rated at 40 MPG.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $1,550. The estimate uses the vehicle’s gasoline-fuel rating and gives a yearly reference point for ownership.
Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 205 grams per mile.
How it compares
Compare the RAV4’s 43 MPG combined rating with other models in the fuel-efficient SUV list. Hybrid alternatives are collected in the hybrid car list.
For other Toyota models, see the Toyota car list.
Who it suits
This RAV4 suits a driver who wants a small SUV and places weight on fuel economy. Its 47 MPG city rating is higher than its 40 MPG highway rating.
Front-wheel drive is the specified layout, so it fits buyers who are choosing that drivetrain.
Trade-offs
The combined rating is 43 MPG, but highway use is rated lower at 40 MPG. The vehicle runs on gasoline with hybrid assistance rather than being listed with an electric-only range.
The drivetrain is front-wheel drive, and the EPA class identifies it as a 2WD small sport utility vehicle.
Verdict
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 puts its focus on efficient SUV driving. Its 43 MPG combined rating and $1,550 annual fuel-cost estimate give buyers clear running figures. City commuters get the higher 47 MPG rating, while highway trips use the 40 MPG figure. Choose it when a gasoline hybrid SUV with front-wheel drive matches your needs and its 2.5-liter four-cylinder setup fits your priorities.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 43 MPG
- City MPG
- 47 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 40 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,550
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 205 g per mile
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.5 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic (AV-S6)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2026 Toyota RAV4’s combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 43 MPG.
What are its city and highway MPG ratings?
It is rated at 47 MPG in the city and 40 MPG on the highway.
Is the 2026 RAV4 a hybrid?
Yes. It uses a gasoline hybrid powertrain with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine.
What drivetrain does this RAV4 use?
The supplied specification uses front-wheel drive and is classified as a small sport utility vehicle 2WD.
How much is its EPA annual fuel cost?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $1,550.
What is its tailpipe CO2 figure?
Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 205 grams per mile.
What transmission does it have?
It uses an automatic AV-S6 transmission.
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