2026 Toyota RAV4 Specifications Overview

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is certified across 6 configurations with 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (AV-S6) or Automatic (variable gear ratios). EPA classified under the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 5th Generation (XA50) vehicle family.

Engine / Motors
2.5L
2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
2 Options
Automatic (AV-S6), Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Vehicle Classification
Small SUV 2WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (6)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
RAV4 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AV-S6) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 AWD SE & LE Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AV-S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 AWD Limited & XSE Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (variable gear ratios) All-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 AWD Limited & XSE Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AV-S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 AWD XLE Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AV-S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland Edition Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AV-S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2026 Toyota RAV4 MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

Standard passenger body configuration

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.