The 2026 RAV4 Sport Grades

The redesigned 2026 Toyota RAV4 Sport Grades: SE & XSE

The highly anticipated 2026 RAV4 models will start hitting the lot soon at Toyota Muscatine in Muscatine, IA. The Toyota RAV4 has led the automotive industry in the compact SUV segments for the past 30 years and is a favorite at Toyota Muscatine. The RAV4 is currently named the best selling small SUV in America, beating it’s close competitor the Honda CR-V. As time has passed beyond the inception of the RAV4, Toyota has upgraded and improved the beloved SUV model in close succession. Toyota is in-tune with their target markets wants, needs, likes, and dislikes. Year over year, Toyota has worked to improve the existing RAV4 making each generation better than the last. As we enter 2026, we are prepared for the RAV4 to hit the lot at Toyota Muscatine. Even bigger than that, we are ready to see the RAV4 blow away it’s competitors for 2026. We are confident that the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue won’t have a chance against the newest generation of the RAV4.

The Sport Grade RAV4 has gotten a much needed facelift with an all new sleek look that is both eye-catching and powerful. Both Sport Grades will be available with the option of Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid powertrain with the option of Front or All-Wheel Drive. This grade adds a sporty flare to the updated body style proportions of the SUV. It also has unique dark chrome exterior touches, color key grille, and colored interior accents. Let’s dive into the specs of each Sport Grade RAV4.

Sport

The “Sport” RAV4 models will include the SE and XSE grades. Each grade comes standard with a hybrid electric powertrain with the option of Front Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive, depending on the model. The Sport Grade models can also be upgraded to the Plug-in Hybrid powertrain.

SE Grade:

Performance/Capability

Available Hybrid Powertrain with available FWD or AWD

• FWD: 226 Net Combined HP
• AWD: 236 Net Combined HP
• 163 lb.-ft. Torque (Engine only, AWD or FWD)
• Up to 44 MPG Combined (estimated)

Available PHEV(Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) with AWD

• 6th Gen Toyota PHEV System
• 324 Net Combined HP
• 41 MPG Combined (estimated)
• 52-miles estimated all electric driving range rating
• 7-kW Onboard AC Charger

3,500-lbs. towing capacity (AWD)

Exterior

• 18-in. black sport alloy wheels
• Color-keyed grille with dark chrome finished accents
• Piano black painted overfenders
• Piano black lower door moldings & rocker panel
• Piano black painted rear spoiler w/ piano black sides
• Black front and rear badging
• Piano black painted lower front bumper valance with sport profile
• Piano black painted rear bumper
• Silver-painted lower rear bumper valance
• Piano black power & heated rearview mirrors w/ turn signal & blind spot monitors

Interior

• Blue stitching accents throughout interior
• Fabric trimmed sport seats w/ power 8-way driver & manual 6-way passenger adjustments
• Heated front seats
• Leather wrapped shift knob
• Leather wrapped steering wheel
• 5-USB-C ports throughout

Safety/Convenience

• Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 (TSS4.0)
• Blind Spot Monitor w/ Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Backup Camera w/ Dynamic Gridlines
• Advanced Driver Assist Systems- Front & Rear Parking Assist w/ Auto Braking

XSE Grade (adds to or replaces SE features with):

Performance/Capability

• Available hybrid powertrain with standard AWD
  • 236 Net Combined HP
  • 172 lb.-ft. Torque
  • 42 MPG combined (estimated)
• Available PHEV with standard AWD
  • 11-kW OnBoard AC Charger
  • DC Charging Capability

Exterior

• Available 2-tone exterior w/ black roof
• 20-in black sport alloy wheels
• Power moonroof
• Piano black power heated rearview mirrors w/ puddle lamps, cameras, turn signals, and blind spot monitors
• Hands-free power liftgate
• LED headlamps w/ distinctive LED DRL w/ integrated turn signal and LED clearance lights

Interior

• 12.9-in Toyota Audio Multimedia w/ 6 speakers
• Ultrasuede & softex sport trimmed seats w/ power 8-way driver memory and power 8-way passenger adjustments
• Heated & ventilated front seats
• Auto dimming rearview mirror w/ HomeLink garage door opener
• Available 120V 1500-Watt AC power outlet in rear cargo area (PHEV only)
• 5-USB-C ports throughout
• 1-Qi wireless smartphone charger

Safety/Convenience

• Toyota Safety Sense 4.0
• Blind spot monitor w/ rear cross traffic alert
• Trailer-sway control
• Advanced Driver Assist Systems
  • 3D panoramic view monitor
  • Lane change assist
  • Front cross-traffic alert
  • Traffic jam assist (requires active Drive Connect trial or subscription)

Stay tuned for more updates on the all-new 2026 RAV4 at Toyota Muscatine. Serving our local Tri-State area shoppers. If you aren’t in the market for a 2026 RAV4, take advantage of great savings on our remaining 2025 RAV4 inventory! We have special markdowns exclusively at Toyota Muscatine, plus great incentive opportunities from Toyota Financial. We’re here, when you’re ready for a RAV4!

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