Verdict
B
← Toyota RAV4 · 2018-Present · XA50
Toyota RAV4 XA50
Headline trim: 2.5 PHEV - 302 bhp, 0-62 in 6.0s.
BHP
302 bhp
0–60
6.0 s
Top speed
112 mph
MPG
236 mpg (US)
Used
$28,000-$57,000
Strengths
- Hybrid-only UK lineup - 2.5 HSD or 2.5 PHEV
- PHEV 46-mile EV range, 302 bhp combined
- TNGA-K platform - genuinely good ride
Weaknesses
- eCVT drone under load
- Cabin plastics not premium
- No diesel option
Notable tech
- Fifth-gen RAV4 (XA50)
- TNGA-K platform
- 2.5 HSD (4th-gen Hybrid Synergy Drive)
- 2.5 PHEV with 18.1 kWh battery, 46-mile EV range
- AWD-i adds rear motor
- 2022 facelift refreshed cabin
Common issues
- Hybrid 12V auxiliary battery
- Brake judder regen blend
- PHEV charge port lock
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across XA50's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
2.5 HSD hybrid 2WD
BHP218
Torque221 Nm
0–608.4 s
Top112 mph
MPG (US)42 mpg
DriveFWD
GearboxeCVT
2.5 HSD hybrid AWD-i
BHP222
Torque221 Nm
0–608.1 s
Top112 mph
MPG (US)41 mpg
DriveAWD-i
GearboxeCVT
2.5 PHEV AWD-i
BHP302
Torque270 Nm
0–606.0 s
Top112 mph
MPG (US)236 mpg
DriveAWD-i
GearboxeCVT