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The 2027 Toyota RAV4 is a carryover year for the all-new 6th generation that launched for 2026, which eliminated the gas-only engine entirely in favor of a hybrid-only lineup producing 226-236 horsepower. Trims run from LE at $31,900 to Limited at $43,300, with modest 1-2% price increases expected for 2027. Toyota sold a record 479,288 RAV4s in 2025, though first-half 2026 sales fell 36% during the model changeover, letting the Honda CR-V take the top sales spot.
Model year preview compiled from official Toyota pricing data and industry sales reporting. See our sourcing policy.
Release date: Toyota has not announced a 2027 RAV4 release date; EPA has not yet published 2027 RAV4 ratings. Redesign: no, 2027 is expected to be a carryover; the all-new sixth generation launched for 2026.
When Is the 2027 Toyota RAV4 Release Date?
Toyota has not announced a release date, pricing or specifications for the 2027 RAV4, and the EPA has not yet published 2027 RAV4 ratings. For reference, Toyota announced the 2026 RAV4 in a release dated October 22, 2025, titled ‘The Next Adventure Begins: 2026 RAV4 Arrives This Winter’, and said the 2026 plug-in hybrid would reach dealers in spring 2026. The 2026 RAV4 is the model on sale now, with trims from the LE at $31,900. Check Toyota’s newsroom and FuelEconomy.gov for the 2027 listing.
Is the 2027 Toyota RAV4 a Redesign?
No. The 2027 RAV4 is expected to be a carryover. Toyota fully redesigned the RAV4 for the 2026 model year, launching the sixth generation and dropping the gas-only engine, so every RAV4 is now a hybrid producing 226 to 236 hp. The lineup was restructured into LE, SE, XLE Premium, Woodland, XSE and Limited, plus plug-in hybrid versions including the GR SPORT. Toyota has not announced any 2027 changes. A rumored Multi-Terrain Select drive mode comes from a Japanese outlet and is not confirmed for the US market.
What’s New for the 2027 Toyota RAV4?
What’s New for the 2027 Toyota RAV4: Quick Diagnostic Intelligence
The big change already happened. Toyota fully redesigned the RAV4 for the 2026 model year, launching the 6th generation and, for the first time in the nameplate’s history, dropping the gas-only engine option entirely. Every 2026 and expected 2027 RAV4 uses a 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain producing between 226 and 236 hp depending on trim and drivetrain.
For 2027, expect a straight carryover with the same hybrid-only lineup and trim structure. One rumored addition, sourced from Japanese outlet Creative Trend, suggests Toyota may introduce a Multi-Terrain Select drive mode on AWD models, replacing the previous Trail mode with dedicated Mud & Sand and Snow & Dirt settings. This has not been confirmed for the US market.
Toyota also renamed and restructured trims for the 6th generation. The previous XLE, Adventure, and TRD Off-Road trims are gone, replaced by a new hybrid lineup: LE, SE, XLE Premium, Woodland, XSE, and Limited, plus plug-in hybrid versions including a GR SPORT.
2027 Toyota RAV4 Trims and Pricing
Based on 2026 pricing and Toyota’s typical carryover adjustment, expect 2027 prices to rise approximately 1-2%.
| Trim | 2026 MSRP |
|---|---|
| LE | $31,900 |
| SE | $34,700 |
| XLE Premium | $36,100 |
| Woodland | $39,900 |
| XSE | $41,300 |
| Limited | $43,300 |
The Woodland trim targets off-road and overlanding-minded buyers with standard AWD, all-terrain tires and 8.5 inches of ground clearance, effectively replacing the old TRD Off-Road position.
Engine and Powertrain
Every 2027 RAV4 uses Toyota’s 2.5-liter hybrid system. There is no non-hybrid engine option, a first for this nameplate.
| Drivetrain | Combined Output | Combined MPG |
|---|---|---|
| FWD Hybrid | 226 hp | 43 mpg |
| AWD Hybrid | 236 hp | 38-42 mpg |
Maximum towing capacity reaches 3,500 lbs on AWD mid and upper trims (1,750 lbs on base AWD models). Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 comes standard across the lineup.
2027 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: MPG by Trim
There is no separate “RAV4 Hybrid” to shop for anymore: every RAV4 since the 2026 redesign uses Toyota’s fifth-generation hybrid system with a 2.5-liter engine and a lithium-ion traction battery, and AWD versions drive the rear wheels with a high-output electric motor. Toyota has not announced 2027 RAV4 specifications, and EPA has not yet published 2027 RAV4 ratings, so the table below shows the official 2026 EPA figures by version.
| 2026 RAV4 (EPA) | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| FWD (LE, SE, XLE Premium) | 47 mpg | 40 mpg | 43 mpg |
| AWD LE and SE | 46 mpg | 39 mpg | 42 mpg |
| AWD XLE | 45 mpg | 38 mpg | 41 mpg |
| AWD XSE and Limited | 43 mpg | 37 mpg | 41 mpg |
| AWD Woodland | 41 mpg | 35 mpg | 38 mpg |
Source: FuelEconomy.gov 2026 Toyota RAV4 ratings. The FWD hybrid is the efficiency pick; the all-terrain-tire Woodland gives up about 5 mpg combined.
2027 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid
The plug-in version is the other half of the RAV4 hybrid story. For 2026, Toyota quotes 324 net combined horsepower, a manufacturer-estimated all-electric range of up to 52 miles (49 miles for the Woodland and 48 for the GR SPORT) and up to 40 mpg combined in hybrid mode, offered in SE, XSE, Woodland and GR SPORT grades. Toyota said the 2026 plug-in would arrive at dealers in spring 2026. These are Toyota estimates rather than EPA ratings, and 2027 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid pricing and specs are not yet announced.
Sources: Toyota: 2026 RAV4 arrives this winter (Oct. 22, 2025), Toyota 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid newsroom page.
Key Specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 181.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
| Max cargo volume | 70 cu ft |
| Max towing | 3,500 lbs |
How the 2027 RAV4 Compares to Competitors
| Model | Hybrid Standard? | Notable Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota RAV4 | Yes (all trims) | Record 479,288 US sales in 2025 |
| Honda CR-V Hybrid | Optional | Took #1 SUV sales spot during RAV4 changeover |
| Hyundai Tucson Hybrid | Optional | New 5th-gen redesign for 2027 |
| Nissan Rogue | New e-POWER option | New hybrid architecture for 2027 |
| Subaru Forester | Optional | Standard AWD across lineup |
| Chevrolet Equinox | No | Lower starting price |
| Ford Escape | Optional (PHEV available) | Plug-in hybrid option |
The 2026 model changeover temporarily disrupted RAV4 production and inventory, causing a 36% sales decline in the first half of 2026, to 153,955 units, and allowing the CR-V (226,114 units) to claim the top sales spot. This is widely viewed as a temporary supply issue rather than a demand problem, and the RAV4 is expected to reassert its sales lead as 2027 production normalizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 2027 RAV4 a new generation?
Can I still buy a gas-only RAV4?
Why did RAV4 sales drop in 2026?
What is the towing capacity of the 2027 RAV4?
When is the 2027 Toyota RAV4 release date?
What mpg does the 2027 RAV4 Hybrid get?
EPA has not yet rated the 2027 RAV4. The 2026 model is rated at 43 mpg combined with FWD, 41-42 mpg for most AWD versions and 38 mpg for the Woodland (FuelEconomy.gov).
Is there a 2027 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid?
2027 details are not yet announced. The 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid has 324 hp and a Toyota-estimated electric range of up to 52 miles.
⚠️ Professional Notice:
Pricing and specifications are based on 2026 model year data and Toyota’s confirmed carryover status for 2027. This article will be updated when Toyota releases official 2027 RAV4 information.
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Data Sources and Verification
- Toyota Newsroom: 2026 RAV4 specs, EPA estimates and Toyota Safety Sense 4.0
- Jalopnik: 2026 RAV4 trim pricing
- Toyota Motor North America: 2025 US sales results
- FuelEconomy.gov: 2026 Toyota RAV4 hybrid FWD
- Creative Trend (Japan) industry reporting on rumored drive mode changes
- FuelEconomy.gov: all 2026 Toyota RAV4 ratings
- Toyota Newsroom: 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid
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