Is the RAV4 Hybrid worth the premium over the regular RAV4?
At 6.0 L/100 km combined versus 8.3 L/100 km for the gas RAV4, the hybrid saves roughly $800-$1,100 per year in fuel at Canadian prices and 20,000 km annual use. Used-price premium typically runs $3,000-$4,000 for the same model year, so payback arrives between year three and year four. The hybrid also includes standard AWD via a rear electric motor. For buyers keeping the vehicle longer than four years, the hybrid is the correct financial and environmental choice in every province.
























