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2026 RANGE
Toyota RAV4

HEADLINE VERDICT
Australia's family-SUV favourite becomes more polished, efficient and tech-heavy.
The new RAV4 retains the space, efficiency and ease of ownership that made it a default choice. Reviewers welcome the improved cabin and broad hybrid range, while noting higher pricing and some fussy screen-based controls.
DRIVEDECIDER SCORE
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How this score works: the ten visible category scores are multiplied by the weights shown, added together and divided by the total weight. The same weights apply to both cars so the comparison stays fair. The inputs remain prototype editorial assessments, not manufacturer or publisher ratings. Australian pricing, specifications and independent reviews.
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Australian pricing, specifications and independent reviews. Check insurance, recalls and service access before purchase.
Use the adjustable category weights above, then confirm garage, passenger, child-seat and luggage fit in person.
DriveDecider does not yet have sufficient listing-history and transaction evidence to make a defensible resale-liquidity claim.
The regular hybrid remains the mainstream pick, with front- or all-wheel drive depending on use. The plug-in hybrid adds strong electric running and performance, but its price needs careful comparison with both hybrids and full EVs.
REVIEWER RATINGS
Expert opinion, kept in context.
Chasing Cars
OKA comprehensive redesign improves refinement, technology and hybrid efficiency without losing practicality.
- Variant
- Hybrid FWD / Hybrid AWD
- Reviewer
- Chasing Cars team
- Published
- 2026
WhichCar
OKThe Cruiser improves in key areas, though a firmer ride and higher price temper the progress.
- Variant
- Cruiser Hybrid AWD
- Reviewer
- Jake Williams
- Published
- 14 Jun 2026
WhichCar
OKUseful electric range and punchy performance arrive late to the segment, at a premium price.
- Variant
- Plug-in hybrid
- Reviewer
- Paul Gover
- Published
- 9 Jul 2026
CarExpert
OKThe core hybrid range is roomier and better connected, with familiar strengths carried into a more modern package.
- Variant
- Hybrid FWD / Hybrid AWD
- Reviewer
- James Wong
- Published
- 22 Apr 2026
CarExpert
OKThe GR Sport PHEV adds pace and visual attitude, but makes the value equation more specialised.
- Variant
- GR Sport PHEV
- Reviewer
- CarExpert team
- Published
- 9 Jul 2026
REVIEWER CONSENSUS
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PROTOTYPE GARAGE
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