Recently, it was learned from overseas media reports that Toyota's North American branch officially launched the 2025 American version of Toyota RAV4 PHEV, and launched two model grades of SE and XSE to choose from. It is reported that the new car canceled the original RAV4 Prime name and changed its name to RAV4 PHEV, while adjusting the exterior details and configuration, among which the SE model is priced at 43,865 US dollars, about 307,800 yuan.
It is understood that the RAV4 is a mid-size SUV launched in 1994. In Japan, sales of the third-generation model were discontinued, but the current model of the fifth generation was re-released in 2019, while the RAV4, the first model with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, was unveiled in the North American market under the name Prime. Among them, Prime means "the best"; The name of the new car has been changed to RAV4 PHEV to make it easier for users to identify the different models of the RAV4.
In terms of appearance, the 2025 U.S.-spec Toyota RAV4 PHEV is available in two model grades, SE and XSE, with little change in the overall silhouette, but the details have been adjusted. At the front, the front features a black diamond grille flanked by new matrix LED headlamps and a silver front and lower spoiler, with 19-inch wheels on the XSE variant. The SE model is equipped with 18-inch five-spoke wheels, which make the car look both young and tough. It is worth mentioning that the new car does not use the logo of new energy models such as blue halo at the front face and rear of the car.
Walking into the car, the new car still uses a 10.5-inch central touch screen, and is equipped with the latest car machine system, focusing on networking, human-computer interaction and other aspects of optimization and upgrading; Through the large central touch screen, in addition to obtaining more accurate navigation information, the owner can also remotely operate functions such as locking the vehicle and closing the windows by connecting to the mobile APP.
In addition to heated front seats, blind spot detector and rear cross-traffic alert, the new car also adds features such as front seat ventilation, heated rear seats and an electric sunroof to further enhance the comfort of the car.
In terms of power, the 2025 American version of the Toyota RAV4 PHEV will be equipped with a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine with a dual electric motor system, with a maximum horsepower of 302 hp, and an AWD four-wheel drive system, which accelerates from 0~96km/h in only 5.5 seconds, with good performance. In terms of price, the official SE model is priced at US$43,865, or about RMB 307,800.