While its a little disappointing that the US-spec RAV4 with a plug does not have the towing capacity of its UK/EU counterpart it can after all tow more than its US-spec sibling the RAV4 Hybrid.Ī 2,500 lb towing capacity is sufficient for small cargo trailers and some small RV’s, hence the RAV4 Prime could be a functional electric tow car for many people. I believe this to be the most in-depth and detailed review on the Toyota RAV4 Prime My Thoughts On The Toyota RAV4 Prime… However, in the colder winter months or when travelling at high speeds expect an EV range in the mid to low 30-mile range. First, if you’re looking for just a short/quick review check out the review below from Kelly Blue Book which is under 5 minutes.Īs discussed in the review above, the EPA rated EV range of 42 miles can potentially be bettered when driving in certain conditions. What I thought I’d do is provide you with just two of my favourites. There is a huge number of reviews for the Toyota RAV4 Prime out there and I’ve watched many of them. If you have read some of my other articles on this site, this difference between US and UK towing capacities shouldn’t come as too much of a shock.
In the UK/EU for instance, as I’ve written about in my Toyota RAV4 PHEV article over on .uk it gets a larger 1,500 kg (3,300 lb) towing capacity. However, in one sense, its still a bit disappointing. Where the standard RAV4 Hybrid is limited to a rather paltry 1,750 lb towing capacity, the RAV4 Prime can tow up to 2,500 lbs which is much more practical for cargo trailers/RVs etc. However, there is another benefit, the RAV4 Prime has a larger towing capacity. The advantages over the standard RAV4 Hybrid are considerable.įirst, the RAV4 Prime has roughly an additional 100 HP over the standard hybrid, add to that the 42 miles of pure electric range if you can get hold of a Prime (and that’s a big if), its definitely worth it over the hybrid. Once the tax incentives are factored in for many parts of the US a RAV4 Prime which is a plug-in hybrid can be purchased for just a few thousand dollars more than the standard RAV4 Hybrid. Why is that? Well, the RAV4 is indeed a popular car/SUV in the US in any case, but its really to do with the currently available state and federal tax incentives.
Electric Motors: 180 HP and 198 lb-ft of torqueĪs of writing this article in early 2022, I’m aware that in many parts of the US there is a significant waiting list on RAV4 Prime models.
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