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The Toyota Canada site offers a great tool to compare models. Just visit Discover RAV4 models and select Compare RAV4 Models for detailed specifications of each model. There you can get information in the following categories: Exterior, Infotainment, Interior, Powertrain & Mechanical, Safety & Convenience, Dimensions.
Since pricing will fluctuate from time to time, it best to check current pricing directly on the Toyota website on the RAV4 build and price page. The current* MSRP in Canada for each trim level is:
| HYBRID (AWD STANDARD) | STARTING MSRP | |
| LE | $37,500 | |
| XLE | $41,300 | |
| XLE Premium | $43,800 | |
| Woodland | $47,000 | |
| XSE | $50,900 | |
| XSE TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE | $52,450 | |
| LIMITED | $52,000 | |
| PLUG-IN HYBRID | STARTING MSRP | |
| SE PHEV | $48,750 | |
| XSE PHEV | $56,400 | |
| GR SPORT | $57,500 | |
| XSE TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE | $59,350 | |
| *Information as of early April 2026. Consult the Toyota site for the most current pricing information. | ||
You'll find detailed specification for all 2026 Toyota RAV4 Models at the Toyota Canada site.
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 marks the debut of the sixth generation, featuring a complete redesign and a shift to an all-electrified lineup in Canada. The traditional gasoline-only engine has been discontinued, leaving the 5th-generation Hybrid (HEV) and the Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) as the sole powertrain options.
Three Bold Design Directions
The 2026 RAV4 doesn't try to be one thing to everyone — it comes in three distinct exterior design themes, each targeting a different kind of driver.
Core Design (LE, XLE, XLE Premium, Limited): The everyday all-rounder features Toyota's new "Hammerhead" front end, a paint-matched grille, wide overfenders, and an ascending beltline. Clean, modern, and unfussy.
Rugged Design (Woodland): Now its own standalone grade, the Woodland gets a raised ride height, all-terrain tires, a black split grille with integrated Rigid Industries LED lighting, raised roof rails with crossbars, and a rear activity mount for outdoor gear. It burns a touch more fuel than its siblings due to the aggressive rubber and extra ground clearance, but at a combined 6.0 L/100 km, it still bests the Honda CR-V Hybrid, Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, and Subaru Forester Hybrid.
Sport Design (XSE, XSE Technology Package, and the all-new GR Sport — PHEV only): The sportiest RAV4s ever wear aggressive mesh grilles, emphasized bumpers, and bold body cladding. The GR Sport is a genuine first: a RAV4 developed in partnership with Toyota GAZOO Racing, complete with GR-tuned suspension, power steering, reinforced chassis bracing, 20-inch alloy wheels, red-painted brake calipers, and a 0–100 km/h sprint time of 5.7 seconds. It's the most performance-focused RAV4 Toyota has ever built.
New colours for 2026 include Brown Sugar, Everest, and Storm Cloud, while the Woodland-exclusive Urban Rock and the GR Sport-exclusive Supersonic Red with black roof add further individuality to the lineup.
1. Performance & Powertrains
All Canadian models now come standard with All-Wheel Drive (AWD).
2. Key Technology Upgrades
The 2026 model introduces a "Software-Defined Vehicle" architecture powered by Toyota’s new Arene platform.
Digital Cockpit: A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster is now standard across all trims.
Infotainment: A 10.5-inch touchscreen is standard, with a larger 12.9-inch display available on XSE and Limited trims.
Climate Controls: HVAC settings are now digitally integrated into a fixed bar at the bottom of the central touchscreen.
Connectivity: Enhanced 5G connectivity, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a new "Digital Drive Recorder" (onboard dashcam) are available.
Charging: PHEV XSE and Woodland trims now support DC Fast Charging, allowing a 10% to 80% charge in approximately 30–35 minutes.
3. Safety: Toyota Safety Sense 4.0
The 2026 RAV4 is the first to feature TSS 4.0, which includes:
Enhanced Detection: Improved camera and radar for better recognition of motorcyclists and guardrails.
Proactive Driving Assist: Gentle braking and steering support for distance control and curve navigation.
Emergency Driving Stop System: Can safely bring the vehicle to a halt if the driver is unresponsive while Lane Tracing Assist is active.
Safe Exit Assist: Now standard, often linked to ambient door lighting to warn of approaching cyclists or vehicles.
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Always verify the full recall and service campaign history for any specific vehicle at Toyota Recalls and Compaigns Lookup using the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) before purchase. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic familiar with Toyota hybrids is strongly recommended, with specific attention to the cooling system, brake corners, and undercarriage condition.
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