Yes, Toyota likes the complex series-parallel hybrid format. Tesla rejected hybrids and went all EVs. Now the Tesla Model Y has now displaced the Toyota Corolla as the #1 selling vehicle. The Toyota Corolla has held that title since 1974. Tesla is winning with pure BEVs and Toyota is losing with its hybrids. Its a case of the market preference.
My sister has that same RAV4 plug in hybrid and she loves it. So much better than an EV!!
It is an EV. A PHEV is an EV. It just has a smaller battery and a small ICE generator.
The 2.5L 4cyl doesn't act as a generator--not at least primarily.
Yes, Toyota likes the complex series-parallel hybrid format. Tesla rejected hybrids and went all EVs. Now the Tesla Model Y has now displaced the Toyota Corolla as the #1 selling vehicle. The Toyota Corolla has held that title since 1974. Tesla is winning with pure BEVs and Toyota is losing with its hybrids. Its a case of the market preference.
Agreed. Great car.