New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date, Colors, Configurations

New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date, Colors, Configurations   –   The New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime, along with its gasoline-only brother and the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant, remains the best-selling vehicle for the company in Canada. A gas-electric variant of the RAV4 Prime is also on the market. With the introduction of a new shade of Army Green paint available on different trims, everything else remains same to the 2023 edition. Aside from that, nothing has changed. There are five different trim levels to choose from in the RAV4 Prime, with the LE being the base model and costing $37,880.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date

New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Redesign and Update Plan

Exterior and Interior

At its most basic level, the LE trim lacks a lot of features. Among these features are a sunroof, heated front seats (standard across all model levels), a power tailgate, a power driver’s seat, a heated steering wheel, a cargo privacy cover, and rain-sensing wipers. All trim levels come standard with each of these features.

The XLE trim level that was evaluated here is one level higher than the base level, the LE. As an alternative, the XLE offers a three-year trial period for services pertaining to remote connection technology. Plus, you may sign up for a navigation and app system that uses Google-developed technology on both.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date

The Woodland package, exclusive to the XLE trim level, comes with a plethora of goodies. A 120-volt power outlet, 18-inch bronze wheels (instead of the standard 17-inch wheels), all-season floor mats, a cargo tray, and an off-road-tuned suspension are some of these features. Even at the most expensive trim levels, you may get a lot of conveniences. Among these amenities include a motorized passenger seat, heated back seats, faux-leather upholstery, a 10.5-inch center screen, a hands-free tailgate, and wireless charging.

New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime  Specs

It would be stretching things to say that the RAV4 Prime is attractive, but it serves its purpose well and avoids the extreme angles that other SUVs have tried. Numerous features are standard on the Woodland trim level, including 18-inch bronze wheels, LED fog lights, black exhaust tips, and extended roof rails with crossbars.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date

A replica of the upper dashboard panel sits in a recess above the glovebox, adding to the tiered appearance of the dashboard. Internally, the controls are housed beneath a center stack adorned with a metallic ring, maintaining the same functional design. The dashboard also appears to be multi-layered. An eight-inch infotainment screen with a touchscreen is standard on the LE, XLE, and SE trim grades. The XSE, on the other hand, comes with an extra Technology package and both the Limited and the XSE include a 10.5-inch touchscreen display.

Engine and Performance

When coupled with the vehicle, the hybrid electric motor may produce up to 219 horsepower. The main working component of the system is an automatic continuously variable transmission (CVT), which is responsible for transferring power to the front wheels. It works by using an auxiliary electric motor. The hybrid battery is charged by a front-mounted electric motor and regenerative braking, which takes energy that would normally be wasted when slowing down. Another plus is that a plug-in isn’t necessary for the RAV4 Prime. Equipped with this capability, the RAV4 Prime can achieve a specific range when powered solely by electric power, in addition to its hybrid drive capabilities.

When it comes to regular driving, the RAV4 Prime excels, and its power output is competitive with other cars in its class. Compared to the gasoline-only RAV4 Prime, it is more refined and enjoyable to drive, and it can manage passing on the highway with ease. But be warned that it could make a lot of noise while accelerating quickly.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date

New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime  Fuel Economy

Cumulatively, the Woodland’s aerodynamic problems caused by its knobbly tires and roof racks result in 6.4 liters per hundred kilometers of fuel consumption. When compared to the prior model, this is a huge improvement. During my week of driving it, I managed an average of 7.5 liters per hundred kilometers. Even in subzero temperatures and when driving on the highway, where a hybrid’s battery life is far longer than that of a conventional vehicle, this was the case. To put this in context, the RAV4 Prime, which runs entirely on gasoline, gets 8.0 liters per hundred kilometers combined. Conversely, its hybrid rivals, such as the Hyundai Tucson and Honda CR-V, both get 6.4 overall, while the Kia Sportage and Ford Escape both get 6.2 and 6.0, respectively, in official ratings.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date

New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime  Safety Features

Following extensive crash testing by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the RAV4 Prime was given the highest possible overall rating of five stars. A Top Safety Pick was bestowed for the 2023 RAV4 Prime by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) the previous year. The car was given this recognition. Even though it got the maximum possible score of “Good” in every single test until the new side crash test—which more accurately mimics being hit by a larger SUV—it only managed a “Acceptable” rating. The updated moderate front overlap test, which considers not only front-seat but also rear-seat passengers for damage hazard, also gave it a “Acceptable” rating.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date

The results of its side testing were deemed “Acceptable,” leading to its selection as the Top Safety Pick for the twenty-third edition. Although the designation is still there on the New 2025 model as of the writing of this article, its removal is highly likely to occur in the near future. This is due to the fact that in the New 2025, prizes will only be granted to cars that get a “Good” grade on that specific test. No matter the trim level, you can have driver-assist safety features. Included in these features is emergency front braking, which can detect oncoming vehicles and pedestrians as you make a left turn. As an added layer of driver-supportive safety features, every new vehicle sold in Canada is required to include adaptive cruise control, automatic high-beam headlights, lane-keeping and centring help, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic warning, and a backup camera. Panorama and emergency rear braking are exclusive to the top-tier Limited trim and the XSE with the Technology package. These features are not available on any other trim level. In the US, these options are exclusive to the Limited.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date

New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime  Price and Release Date

Although it starts at $37,880, the New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime may be yours for as much as $48,880. There are no federal or provincial subsidies available for it because it does not need a plug-in. The RAV4 Prime is readily accessible now and starts at $52,880. Although it shares many design cues with other vehicles, Toyota offers much more trim choices for the RAV4 Prime than any of its competitors. Prices for the following vehicles range from $39,020 to $45,720 (not including delivery): the New 2025 Sportage, the Hyundai Tucson, the Ford Escape with all-wheel drive, and the Honda CR-V. Delivery is already included in all of these rates.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date

Despite being more costly than its gasoline-only counterpart, the New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime provides superior fuel economy and a more enjoyable driving experience. It also has a lot of safety features, an intuitive dashboard, and an accommodating interior. The hybrid version is definitely something to think about, and the RAV4 Prime is still the most popular vehicle the company has ever produced, flaws and all.  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Release Date