2023 Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium

The 2023 RAV4 is Toyota's compact SUV, offered in gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid forms to suit a wide range of buyers. It competes with the Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue, and Subaru Forester, and the hybrid versions go head-to-head with the Ford Escape Hybrid. The RAV4 handles with a composed, planted feel, and the hybrid's instant torque makes it feel quicker than its numbers suggest. The ride is firm and controlled, especially on TRD and Adventure trims, which is the price of its capable off-road attitude. The cabin is practical and roomy, with a straightforward layout and ample cargo space, though some plastics feel hard to the touch. Standard safety includes Toyota Safety Sense with adaptive cruise and lane-keeping, and the available 8-inch touchscreen is easy to use. Toyota's reputation for reliability carries over here, with the RAV4 expected to be a long-lasting, trouble-free companion. Strong resale values are a hallmark of the RAV4, helped by its popularity and proven durability. The XLE Premium is the style-focused middle child, adding 19-inch wheels, SofTex seats, and a power liftgate over the XLE while skipping the Adventure’s off-road hardware. Its 2.5L I4 makes 203 horsepower and pairs with a eight-speed automatic, returning 30 mpg combined in front-wheel-drive form. The moonroof and wireless phone connectivity come standard here, so you don’t have to hunt for options to get the good stuff.