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Motor Trend
21 hours ago
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
The 15 Compact SUVs With the Most Cargo Room
Cargo Space Seats Up/Down: 11.7-30.8 (33.5 w/ third-row folded)/64.7-79.7 cu ft | MT Score: 7.9/8.7 You've no doubt seen that 11.7-cubic-feet figure for the Mitsubishi Outlander and are wondering what the heck is going on. Well, dear friends, the standard Mitsubishi Outlander has one thing that no other vehicle on this list does: a standard two-person third row for little ones. With that third row in place, the seven-passenger Outlander only has a tiny 11.7 cubic feet of space, while it's plug-in hybrid variant (which uses the third row's space for a battery) has 30.8 cubic feet of space. We obviously didn't want to punish Mitsubishi for offering a feature others don't, and considering those third-row seats will most often be folded flat into the floor, we've placed it in eighth of our list of compact SUVs with the most cargo room due to the generous 33.5 cubic feet available behind the Outlander's second row. Aside from the third row, the Outlander is an interesting vehicle in its segment. Built on the same bones as the Nissan Rogue, it has a few unique features, such as its own engine (a bit underpowered), software suite (it's fine), and stereo ( love! ). Aside from the plenty of thoughtful storage solutions in the Outlanders, we're also quite fond of the Outlander PHEV due to its long electric range (38 miles) and the rare ability at this price point to be DC fast charged.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
New Toyota RAV4 PHEV Copies Mitsubishi's Homework – And Made It Better
The Toyota RAV4 is finally here and is now completely hybrid, which is not surprising considering the success of the automaker's electrified models. Now in its sixth generation, America's bestselling nameplate (yes, even outselling the Ford F-150 in 2024) is flush with options, but all of them will be electrified in one way or another. There's a lot to unpack about the latest Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive, whichdiffers on every continent. However, the improvements on the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) versions particularly stand out in the sea of competing nameplates. Toyota practically copied Mitsubishi's homework for its new RAV4 PHEV – and somehow made everything better. View the 3 images of this gallery on the original article Never mind the GR Corolla-beating 320-horsepower output of the RAV PHEV – the new plug-in RAV4 debuts Toyota's sixth-generation PHEV powertrain, which also introduces DC charging to the popular nameplate for the first time. Available for the XSE and Woodland grades, this puts the RAV4 among the few PHEV models with fast-charging capabilities, with the ability to recharge from 10% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes via a CCS port. In comparison, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV also comes with DC fast charging at a slightly slower rate (38 minutes to 80%), but it has an aging and unpopular CHAdeMO standard, which is practically unusable in the US. Of course, charging times can vary depending on many factors, but the port alone does put the RAV4 PHEV ahead of its Mitsubishi rival. Worse, the RAV4 PHEV comes standard with an 11-kW onboard AC charger, while the Outlander PHEV only comes with a 3.7-kW AC charger. Without disclosing the figures, the Toyota will definitely have faster charging times at home. View the 3 images of this gallery on the original article One of the advantages of PHEVs over non-plug-in ones is the capability to run on pure electricity without burning a single drop of fuel. For 2026, Toyota estimates the RAV PHEV to have an EV-only range of 50 miles – an improvement over the previous 42 miles of the outgoing models. That figure is also better than the Outlander PHEV, which has a paltry all-electric range of 38 miles. While a difference of just 12 miles might sound petty for some, it does matter for those who will use the SUV mostly within the city to take advantage of the gasoline-free usage. Without disclosing the exact capacity, Toyota appears to deliver more efficiency and utility from the battery of its sixth-generation PHEV powertrain. New Toyota RAV4 PHEV Copies Mitsubishi's Homework – And Made It Better first appeared on Autoblog on May 22, 2025
Miami Herald
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
New Toyota RAV4 PHEV Copies Mitsubishi's Homework – And Made It Better
The Toyota RAV4 is finally here and is now completely hybrid, which is not surprising considering the success of the automaker's electrified models. Now in its sixth generation, America's bestselling nameplate (yes, even outselling the Ford F-150 in 2024) is flush with options, but all of them will be electrified in one way or another. There's a lot to unpack about the latest Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive, whichdiffers on every continent. However, the improvements on the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) versions particularly stand out in the sea of competing nameplates. Toyota practically copied Mitsubishi's homework for its new RAV4 PHEV – and somehow made everything better. Never mind the GR Corolla-beating 320-horsepower output of the RAV PHEV – the new plug-in RAV4 debuts Toyota's sixth-generation PHEV powertrain, which also introduces DC charging to the popular nameplate for the first time. Available for the XSE and Woodland grades, this puts the RAV4 among the few PHEV models with fast-charging capabilities, with the ability to recharge from 10% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes via a CCS port. In comparison, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV also comes with DC fast charging at a slightly slower rate (38 minutes to 80%), but it has an aging and unpopular CHAdeMO standard, which is practically unusable in the US. Of course, charging times can vary depending on many factors, but the port alone does put the RAV4 PHEV ahead of its Mitsubishi rival. Worse, the RAV4 PHEV comes standard with an 11-kW onboard AC charger, while the Outlander PHEV only comes with a 3.7-kW AC charger. Without disclosing the figures, the Toyota will definitely have faster charging times at home. One of the advantages of PHEVs over non-plug-in ones is the capability to run on pure electricity without burning a single drop of fuel. For 2026, Toyota estimates the RAV PHEV to have an EV-only range of 50 miles – an improvement over the previous 42 miles of the outgoing models. That figure is also better than the Outlander PHEV, which has a paltry all-electric range of 38 miles. While a difference of just 12 miles might sound petty for some, it does matter for those who will use the SUV mostly within the city to take advantage of the gasoline-free usage. Without disclosing the exact capacity, Toyota appears to deliver more efficiency and utility from the battery of its sixth-generation PHEV powertrain. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV vs. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: How They Compare
A new Toyota RAV4 doesn't come around every year. Given how the RAV4 is locked in a constant and bitter battle with Ford's F-150 for U.S. bestseller status, any changes to Toyota's money-printer had better be good ones. And boy howdy, the 2026 RAV4 comes out swinging. There's a whole lot of new stuff tucked under the RAV4's blockier, angrier silhouette. Hybrids can now be optioned with front-wheel drive, the Woodland package became its own standalone trim, and the lineup has positively exploded with plug-in hybrid options. That last bit will be the focus here—PHEVs are growing fast as the market remains tepid on EVs, as they offer the convenience of electric-only operation with the, um, also-convenience of a gas engine. Mitsubishi's Outlander PHEV is one of the stronger competitors in the RAV4's cohort, so let's see how the two compare on paper. Since PHEVs are available at many points in the RAV4's more-confusing-than-ever lineup, we'll be using the SE and XSE trims for this spec-sheet comparison. The exterior photos here, however, show the GR Sport trim while the interior photo is of the Woodland trim, as Toyota has yet to publish photos of the SE and XSE. The Mitsubishi Outlander really stretches the definition of "compact," at least when it's hanging out next to the 'Yota. The Outlander PHEV is 185.8 inches long, 4.9 inches longer than the RAV4. The two are nearly the same width, though the Mitsubishi again takes the crown with 74.7 inches against Toyota's 74 inches flat. The Mitsubishi is also 1.8 inches taller, at 68.8 inches. The two have awfully similar wheelbase figures, though; the Mitsubishi's 106.5-inch result is less than an inch ahead of the 105.9-inch RAV4. There's a pretty obvious extrapolation from this data: The Outlander is more spacious. Having greater dimensions on all three axes means more interior space, though it may also mean tighter fits in parking lots. The jury's still out on cargo space, as Toyota chose not to publish those figures as of this writing. One secret benefit of the Outlander's swollen dimensions? Versatility. Despite being a compact SUV, the Outlander PHEV offers three rows of seating, though that third row is quite tight. If you read the headline or any of the paragraphs above, you'd know that both vehicles are plug-in hybrids. If you scrolled right to this paragraph, congratulations, you're all caught up. Regardless of the trim that contains it, all RAV4 plug-in hybrids include a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gas engine and two electric motors, combining for a net output of 320 horsepower. That's a pretty meaty figure, one that the Outlander's 2.4-liter four-cylinder PHEV powertrain cannot match, though 248 ponies should be more than sufficient for Target runs and the like. Considering the Outlander is both larger (and likely heavier) and less powerful than the Toyota, we know where we'd place our drag-strip bets. While towing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of family-friendly compact SUVs, it's still important to some. Either way, the Toyota is the clear winner here. The Outlander can only pull 1500 pounds of detritus, while the Toyota can yank up to 3500. Heck, even the regular hybrid models out-tow the Outlander PHEV. You didn't need that second Jet Ski anyway. Not only does the RAV4 pack on the power, it's also packing on the battery capacity—we think. Toyota estimates a 50-mile range on battery power alone for its wee plug-in, thanks to more capacity and changes to the underlying hardware, namely the semiconductors. How big is the battery? We have no idea; Toyota hasn't divulged that information quite yet. On the other side, the Outlander PHEV packs a battery with 17 kWh of usable capacity, which is good for an estimated range of 38 miles. When it comes to charging, the Mitsubishi is lacking. All RAV4 PHEVs include an 11-kW onboard AC charger, and XSE and Woodland PHEVs will come with DC fast-charging capability via a CCS port. (Sorry, NACS fans.) The SE and GR Sport will feature a J1772 port and use AC charging. The Outlander looks positively ancient by comparison. Its AC charging taps out at a paltry 3.7 kW, and while DC fast-charging is available, the Outlander relies on the extremely old CHAdeMO standard, which never really gained steam outside of Japan. Good luck explaining that to somebody who doesn't know squat about cars. Mitsubishi's warranty is a bit better than Toyota's, but the two are still pretty evenly matched here. The Outlander PHEV offers a five-year, 60,000-mile limited warranty, against the RAV4's three-year, 36,000-miler. Mitsubishi's 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty positively dwarfs Toyota's five-year, 60,000-mile one. Things get a little more interesting at the electrification level. Toyota splits that part into eight-year, 100,000-mile coverage for hybrid components and 10-year, 150,000-mile coverage for the battery itself. Mitsubishi's hybrid warranty covers the whole shebang for 10 years or 100,000 miles. You Might Also Like Car and Driver's 10 Best Cars through the Decades How to Buy or Lease a New Car Lightning Lap Legends: Chevrolet Camaro vs. Ford Mustang!
