Certainly one of Australia’s hottest fashions is about to get much more costly.
CarExpert understands that costs for the new-generation 2026 Toyota RAV4 are set to go up by roughly $5000 to $6000 on common, in response to sources near the corporate.
The brand new RAV4 was confirmed for the Australian market in early September 2025, when Toyota stated it’ll provide 11 variants of the all-new mid-size SUV, together with the selection of hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains.
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The outgoing RAV4 – Toyota Australia’s top-selling mannequin and the nation’s second hottest mannequin in 2024, behind the Ford Ranger and forward of the HiLux – is at present priced from $42,260 earlier than on-road prices for the entry-level GX variant, with the range-topping Edge obtainable for $58,360 plus on-roads.
Whereas Toyota has but to announce pricing for the brand new RAV4, it’s believed the refreshed lineup might now begin from at the least $47,000.
Toyota Australia has confirmed a brand new flagship mannequin, the RAV4 GR Sport, which might push costs near $70,000 on the prime finish of the vary.
Obtainable completely as a plug-in hybrid, the GR Sport will mix a 2.5-litre non-turbo four-cylinder petrol engine with electrical motors on the entrance and rear axles, fed from a 22.7kWh battery, delivering a complete mixed output of 227kW.

Whereas the identical efficiency shall be obtainable in decrease grades, the GR Sport additionally options retuned suspension with ‘high-performance’ shock absorbers, wider wheel tracks, and a stiffer rear-end.
The brand new RAV4 flagship may even include GR Sport seats and an inside that includes aluminium sports activities pedals and paddle shifters, plus a sportier exterior look with 20-inch alloy wheels.
Official pricing for the 2026 Toyota RAV4 is anticipated within the coming weeks, with orders to open quickly after.
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