THE 2025 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME IS QUIETLY DISCONTINUED // HERE'S WHY I'M EXCITED

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The 2025 Toyota Rav4 Plug-in Hybrid is undergoing a name change, dropping the 'Prime' moniker in favor of simply 'Plug-in Hybrid' (PHEV) for the US market, a move the reviewer expresses mild disappointment over, feeling 'Prime' offered better differentiation. This change aligns with global naming conventions and is seen as a streamlining effort before the next-generation Rav4 arrives, which is expected to be fully hybrid and potentially offer a fully electric variant. Despite the name change, the core powertrain remains the same: 302 horsepower, AWD standard, a 2.5L engine, 0-60 mph in under 6 seconds, 42 miles of electric range, and approximately 40 MPG in hybrid mode. Trim levels (SE and XSE) and pricing see only a negligible increase. The reviewer is excited about the upcoming redesign, anticipating improved efficiency, availability, and potentially a fully electric option to rival the Tesla Model Y. The video also touches on GR Corolla price increases and Toyota's overall production figures.