 The 2023 Toyota Rav4 Prime Has 1 Irresistible Advantage

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This article reviews the 2023 Toyota Rav4 Prime, which features a hybrid powertrain

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that combines a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter Dynamic Force inline-4 with a front and rear-mounted electric motor for a total output of 302 hp.

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The car also has an all-electric range of nearly 42 miles.

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The Toyota Rav4 Prime is a great car for car enthusiasts.

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It is powered by a hybrid drivetrain that combines an 18.1-kwh battery pack and two electric motors that generate 302 hp and 288 lb-ft of torque.

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It also features a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine to generate an additional 176 hp and 172 lb ft of torque.

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This gives the Rav4 Prime better fuel economy than most electric cars, as well as more power than its non-hybrid counterparts.

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The base model of the Toyota Rav4 is much cheaper than the Kia Sportage, and comes with longer warranties.

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