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2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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A hybrid drivetrain in a crossover SUV proves you can have your cake and eat it, too.
Hybrids have been sold since around the turn of the century. In that time there have been sedan, hatchback, and even pickup hybrids. There have also been a few hybrid SUVs here and there, but Toyota thinks people still don’t understand just how capable and efficient a hybrid SUV can be. The Japanese automaker is convinced you’ve never seen one quite like the 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
On paper, the RAV4 Hybrid would closely compete with the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, but the Subaru is more a high-riding wagon. In reality, the RAV4 Hybrid more accurately competes with the big names in the hot-selling compact SUV segment, such as the Ford Escape and Honda CR-V. Toyota claims the RAV4 Hybrid can do all things, such as be more efficient, more capable, and more versatile. Can this offering possibly be the “magic bullet” Toyota makes it out to be? Read on to find out!
7/10
There’s not much to visually differentiate Toyota's 2016 RAV4 Hybrid from its conventionally powered sibling. The only things you’ll notice are the blue accents for the Toyota logos and the subtle “Hybrid” badging. And that similarity is not a bad thing!
Both models have been refreshed for 2016. Outside, the RAV4 Hybrid gets new, futuristic headlights and taillights along with a more streamlined grille. Additionally, the RAV4 Hybrid gets a taller hood profile and added plastic panels meant to look like skid plates.
Those last two updates are meant to give the RAV4 Hybrid a more “macho” and utilitarian look. Sure, this crossover is immensely versatile and useful, but it's still a suburban-dwelling SUV. But the people have spoken, and the people want a car-based crossover for the street, but one that looks like it could cross the Rockies.
Inside, there are not as many changes, and we see nothing wrong with that. The cabin of the RAV4 Hybrid is the perfect blend of form and function. The RAV4 Hybrid is offered in XLE (middle of the pack for the non-hybrid trims) and Limited versions. We drove a Limited, which features a very fetching two-tone interior scheme capped with extensive use of leatherette and soft-touch materials. The result is a near-luxury experience.
7/10
One outdated stigma regarding alternative fuels is that performance is a casualty in the pursuit of efficiency. The truth is you can have your cake and eat it, too.
The RAV4 Hybrid's powertrain starts with a 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder married to a trio of electric motors (two in the front and one out back). The result is 194 net horsepower, 67 of which come from the rear electric motor, making this an electronic all-wheel-drive setup.
The third electric motor supplies power to only the rear wheels. This setup should be fine in most driving conditions, but some folks that drive on beaches or live in really inclement areas might prefer the mechanical AWD of the non-hybrid model, which has a locking function.
That 194 net horsepower is a good deal more than the 172 horsepower the non-hybrid RAV4 puts out and makes the RAV4 Hybrid one of the most potent offerings in the small SUV market—it's outdone only by the Ford Escape EcoBoost.
In addition to being more powerful than its conventionally driven twin, it's also more efficient. The EPA rates the RAV4 Hybrid at 34 mpg city, 31 highway, 33 combined. We were very impressed to see our own fuel economy at around 33 and 34 mpg in combined city and highway driving.
The RAV4 Hybrid has a rather poor turning radius for a crossover, but its overall driving dynamics are pleasing. Steering is well weighted, and the vehicle remains level through cornering. Our Limited featured larger wheels with smaller tires, but still absorbed bumps well. If you are sensitive to bumps in the road, you’ll appreciate the smaller wheels and larger tires of the XLE model. Regardless of the trim, most drivers will be pleased with the overall handling and steering feel of the RAV4 Hybrid.
8/10
So far, we’ve seen that the RAV4 holds up to the “Hybrid” in its name, but what about its SUV functionality? Once again, this vehicle knocks it out of the park. The front seating area is decently sized, even for taller drivers. The seats are comfortable and make it easy to find a neutral seating position. The two-tier layout for the dash and center console lets audio and climate controls live up in the elegant dash panel, while the lower area harbors cupholders, cubbies, and other assorted spaces for keys, wallets, cell phones, and so on. One puzzling thing is the placement of the forward cupholders. One is in front of the shifter, and one is aft of it. This may be so large cups don’t bump into one another, but the aft cupholder was very awkward to reach. It’s a small hiccup in an otherwise exemplary layout.
The rear seats have plenty of leg and headroom, and they even recline. Both the reclining and fold-flat functions are performed by a lever on the side of the seat, rather than separate toggles like in other SUVs. It is a very simple use of space, and gives way to solid cargo area with the rear seats folded. The hybrid battery pack is right under the rear seats, but doesn’t impact rear seating. In fact, it cuts into the rear cargo area only a little bit, and with a little over 35 cubic feet, but RAV4 Hybrid has one of the best cargo capacities in the segment—hybrid or not.
7/10
Both XLE and Limited trims feature Toyota’s 6.1-inch touchscreen navigation system, with plenty of connectivity and even a host of apps to make travel and getting around easier.
Bluetooth pairing is a snap, and connecting via the USB is made easy by the port’s prominent placement in the center console. From the touchscreen, you can access many of your smartphone’s features, and you can access music from apps like Spotify on your phone.
The touchscreen also features apps like OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp, and Facebook locations. Despite all this connectivity, the RAV4 Hybrid does not feature Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. The automaker claims its proprietary systems offer all the same functionality as those automotive OS platforms, but buyers are more loyal to the maker of their smartphone than they are to any automaker in 2016. This could prove a shortsighted move by Toyota. That said, Toyota’s in-house systems are more than capable for music playback and navigation, and they offer strong voice-control access to many features.
8/10
The RAV4 Hybrid comes with the full complement of front and side impact airbags, and it's also available with a number of high-tech safety features.
Toyota Safety Sense P (TSS-P) is the automaker’s name for its suite of advanced safety gear. It includes pre-collision sensing and avoidance, pedestrian detection, lane-departure alert, auto-dimming high beams, and dynamic radar cruise control. More and more vehicles in this segment offer such features, and it's reassuring that one of the biggest players in the market is keeping pace.
We particularly like the combination of a rear-view camera with the available “bird’s eye view” camera with proximity sensors. The proximity sensors might be overly sensitive, but that's a good thing when you're trying to parallel park in the city.
8/10
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 in XLE Hybrid trim starts at $28,370. The Limited starts at $33,610. Our Limited test model came in at $35,945. That price included the Advanced Technology Package, which features the aforementioned “bird’s eye view” camera.
Compare that to a mid-level SE trim (remember, the XLE is the RAV4’s mid-level trim) of the 2017 Ford Escape with available AWD and the stronger EcoBoost engine. The price is roughly $29,000. A top-tier Titanium trim with the more potent engine, AWD, and options costs just under $35,000.
As for the 2016 Honda CR-V, a mid-level SE trim with AWD costs $26,745, and an AWD top-tier Touring trim comes in at just over $34,000. But the CR-V’s 185 horsepower is less than that of the RAV4 Hybrid, and the Honda’s continuously variable transmission (CVT) leaves it feeling like it has even less power than that.
The real surprise is that non-hybrid RAV4 models of the same trim, with AWD and similar equipment, all come in at only about a thousand dollars less than their hybrid counterparts. It seems like a small price to pay for better performance and fuel economy. If you were already in the market for an XLE or Limited RAV4, we strongly suggest you get the hybrid version. It truly is the perfect blend of capability, efficiency, and versatility.
Published May 25, 2021 by George Kennedy
User reviews for 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
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by Judy H
Oct 18, 2023
It had a nice interior and was clean inside. It was a bit dusty outside. The glaring issue was the right rear light which should have been replaced as it had moisture trapped inside so was cloudy and damaged looking. Also there was a dent in the chrome at the rear bumper. The accident report indicated 5 collisions and 2 were in the rear so ppl would be prone to examine the rear. I think the rear light should have been repaired as it is a source of concern about what would cause the problem and if it was minor, why wasnt it looked after before being prepared for viewing, etc. The car had nice features. Oct 18, 2023
by sarah h
Oct 05, 2023
Smooth, looks amazing. Super quiet inside and out. No regrets!Oct 05, 2023
by Jennifer M
May 20, 2023
Nice to drive, nice size . Great value. May 20, 2023
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by Judy H
Oct 18, 2023
It had a nice interior and was clean inside. It was a bit dusty outside. The glaring issue was the right rear light which should have been replaced as it had moisture trapped inside so was cloudy and damaged looking. Also there was a dent in the chrome at the rear bumper. The accident report indicated 5 collisions and 2 were in the rear so ppl would be prone to examine the rear. I think the rear light should have been repaired as it is a source of concern about what would cause the problem and if it was minor, why wasnt it looked after before being prepared for viewing, etc. The car had nice features. Oct 18, 2023
by sarah h
Oct 05, 2023
Smooth, looks amazing. Super quiet inside and out. No regrets!Oct 05, 2023
by Jennifer M
May 20, 2023
Nice to drive, nice size . Great value. May 20, 2023
by Anonymous
Jan 27, 2023
Excellent in gas mileage, (for an SUB)
The vehicle has 43k miles, is in very good condition.
Jan 27, 2023
by Anonymous
Oct 04, 2022
I was between this car and the 2020 Kia niro. I’ve only been driving the RAV4 hybrid for a few days but I’m so in love. It drives so smoothly and is incredibly quiet. The space inside is more comfortable than the niro with better acceleration and power in general. I’m currently averaging about 36MPG. It’s awesome.Oct 04, 2022
by Jan G
Sep 20, 2022
Great car. But be careful if its a used hybrid with around 100k miles. The battery is likely to die soon unless it has already been replaced. New batteries from the dealer run around $1,000. New batteries from Batteries Plus are a lot cheaper. Id still walk away from a high mileage hybrid vehicle with the original battery. if only for the hassle. Or get the price dropped by a grand.Sep 20, 2022
by Fabi J
Mar 31, 2022
The car was damaged at the back door inside with a tape fix.Mar 31, 2022
by ASIF K
Sep 23, 2021
More economical safe reliable great engine compact hybrid saving Sep 23, 2021
by Mira Y
Apr 08, 2021
We like the car and think its in good value. We havent got familiar with all its features yet. So, not sure if there is something missing. Apr 08, 2021
by Anonymous
Jan 27, 2021
I love the features offered with this model.I believe it to be in a fair price range.Jan 27, 2021
by Timothy H
May 30, 2020
The Hybrid looked like it needed cleaning. Thank youMay 30, 2020
by adan l
Apr 23, 2020
The car was fine minus a dent that was pulled out, otherwise I had to invest in a seat belt that was cut away.The car also didnt come with the sensors for the pedestrians awareness !Apr 23, 2020
What users have asked
Starting my car
I purchased a used Toyota hybrid RAV4 2016 in December. I was hit from behind by somebody who was texting and not paying attention in January. The car had been in the shop for a while and I just got it back about 2 weeks ago. The first time I picked it up it was not starting properly so I brought it back so the auto body guy. he kept it for another week told me to come get it the following Friday and I made him come out with me to make sure that it started properly this time. Sure enough it wasn't starting properly,he told me that I have to shift the gear in order to get the engine to start.. does that sound right?? Because when I first bought the vehicle the only thing I had to do was press the brake pedal and then hit the start button and it went on. Now I have to put my foot on brake pedal press the start button shift into any gear then shift back into park because I'm not moving immediately.
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Vehicle is leaking inside...
RAV4 Hybrid Limited 2016. Car wash forces water through cow grille and spills all over passenger side inside the vehicle. Toyota Corporate and dealership state it's not a design flaw but that I should go to a different car wash. They want to modify the vehicle to protect at high pressure at no charge though, non OEM. It's been 4 months trying to resolve this issue. 8k miles on the vehicle. What should I do?
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2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Pricing
Original MSRP
$28,370 to $33,610Price range
$17,742 to $18,670Average price on CG
$17,930YoY price change
$18,670 to $17,930Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: grocery bag holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.54
Engine
Battery: heavy duty · Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 141 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 105 · Electric Motor Torque: 199 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 150 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5700 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 152 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4400
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Skid plate(s): front and rear · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Entune · Infotainment screen size: 6.1 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Roof rails: chrome
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 23 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation app: Scout · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Passenger seat cushion front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Gracenote internet radio · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leatherette · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.54
Engine
Battery: heavy duty · Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 141 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 105 · Electric Motor Torque: 199 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 150 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5700 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 152 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4400
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): front and rear · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Yelp · Infotainment: Entune · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in. · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: anti-trapping feature · Roof rails: chrome
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.7 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 23 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer