A couple of years ago when we were in the market to replace our Toyota Highlander hybrid we were seriously looking at the Toyota RAV4 Prime as well as the new Hyundai IONIQ 5 EV.
The prime really seem to take all the boxes for us including a good midsize cabin, I tried and true hybrid system and of course one of the best plug-in hybrid systems out there with a pretty decent EV only range. Top of that you would still get some government EV rebates for a PHEV plus the bonus is of great parking spots and access to HOV lanes with a single occupant. We were ready to buy one however there was one big issue – availability. With some people waiting 2 to 3 years for their RAV4 prime we were able to secure a new Hyundai IONIQ 5 which would be our very first EV.

Fast forward a couple of years and it's hard to even imagine not driving an electric car. The transition has been seamless and we have had zero regrets with our decision however the RAV4 prime really does have a lot of merit to it. Essentially you do get your cake and then you get to eat it with the RAV4 prime in that you experience EV driving without the compromise of range or charging ability making it pretty well perfect for everyone.