2023 Toyota RAV4 Limited

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 Limited is the top gas RAV4 trim, adding leather-trimmed heated seats, a power liftgate, and a moonroof that the XLE Premium leaves optional. This Limited pairs a 2.5L I4 hybrid with all-wheel drive for 219 horsepower, and the electric motors give it a snappy off-the-line feel that the gas-only versions lack. The 19-inch wheels and firmer suspension tune mean the ride is a bit stiffer than the XLE's, but the Limited's extra sound deadening keeps the cabin quiet on the highway.