A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
RAV4
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
H6 PHEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
RAV4
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2026
Generation
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
All-new sixth-generation RAV4 introduced in South Africa in July 2026
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Full model change for 2026 with HEV, PHEV and GR-Sport derivatives
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Full model change for 2026 with HEV, PHEV and GR-Sport derivatives
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current South African 2026 specification
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1946 kg
1725-1740 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Length
4703 mm
4645 mm
Width
1886 mm
1880 mm
Height
1730 mm
1680 mm
Wheelbase
2738 mm
2690 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
186 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
560 l
732 l
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
1560 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2400 kg
2230 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
1000 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
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125 mm
Payload Capacity
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460 kg
Number of Rows
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2 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
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5.6 m
Front Headroom
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991 mm
Rear Headroom
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947 mm
Front Legroom
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1031 mm
Rear Legroom
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882 mm
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1620 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1650 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
Tread (mm) 1620
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Tread (mm) 1650
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone
Auto Dual zone
Power Windows
Not Available
All All One Touch
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Not Available
Push Start
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard Front x1
Sunroof
Not Available
Moon roof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard Power
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
1445 l
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AC Type
Dual-zone
Auto Dual zone
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Climate Zones
Dual-zone
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Engine Warranty
5
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Heads Up Display
Full-colour
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Performance Data Logger
Not Available
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Rev Matching
Not Available
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Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Air Conditioning
Dual-zone
Auto Dual zone
Bed Extender
Not Available
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Canopy Fitment
Not Available
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Digital Speedometer
10.25-inch
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Load Bed Cover
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Not Available
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Load Bed Steps
Not Available
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Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Dual-zone
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Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
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Sound System
9
Standard 9 Standard Audio, Info Display, Voice
Source Model Column
h6-phev
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Sports Bar
Not Available
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Surround View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Not Available
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Tow Bar Type
Not Available
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Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trim Level
flagship
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Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
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Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
2.5-litre Petrol Hybrid
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2500 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Petrol Hybrid
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
10.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
87.5 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
103.48 mm
Maximum Power
268 kW
137 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
221 Nm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
1 kW
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
1 Nm
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
1
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Integrated transmission electric motor
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
CVT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Sport, Trail, Snow
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
100 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
220 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
19.1 kWh
1 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
64.8 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
400 V
Electric Range
106 km
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Gearbox
Automatic
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
AWD E-FOUR
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Standard Front + Rear,
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Electronic AWD Control
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
CVT
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
4x2
AWD E-FOUR
4WD Engagement
Available
Permanent electric all-wheel drive
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Standard
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
CVT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Two-wheel drive
AWD E-FOUR
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Claimed Mileage
90.9 km/l
21.3 km/l
City Mileage
12.2 km/l
17.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.0 km/l
24.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Available
Real-world Mileage
90.9 km/l
21.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55
55
Combined Driving Range
Over 1000 km
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
Driver Knee, Front Side, Rear Curtain, Front Curtain
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard 2
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard Standard Eco / Normal /
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Front + Rear
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Intelligent Clearance Sonar
AEB
Standard
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard Standard Eco / Normal /
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Standard
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Front + Rear
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Standard
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive, All Speed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive, All Speed
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Standard Lane Trace Assist
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard Lane Trace Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard Safe Exit Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Intelligent Clearance Sonar
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
360 Degree Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Auto, Rainsensing
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Intelligent Clearance Sonar
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive, All Speed
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard Safe Exit Assist
Emergency Braking
Standard
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Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Standard
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Surround View Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Seat Material
Not Applicable
GR Sport Leather Sporty
Heated Seats
Front
Standard Front
Ventilated Seats
Front
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
3 Spoke Heated, GR-S Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
10.25-inch
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Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Driver & Passenger Power
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Driver & Passenger Power
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Trim
Not Applicable
GR Sport Leather Sporty
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Infotainment System
Coffee OS
JBL Display Audio, 12.9-inch
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
Standard
Number of Speakers
9
Standard 9 Standard Audio, Info Display, Voice
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Standard 12.3-inch
USB Ports
Not Available
Standard 5PCs
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
Coffee OS
12.9-inch
Infotainment Display
Coffee OS
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Audio Speakers
9
Standard 9 Standard Audio, Info Display, Voice
Audio System
9
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Display Audio
Coffee OS
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Head Up Display
Full-colour
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Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
12.9-inch
Multi Information Display
10.25-inch
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Connected Services
Wireless
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Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
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Touchscreen
Coffee OS
12.9-inch
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
Platinum White Pearl, Attitude Black, Smokey Blue, Urban Khaki, Fierce Red and selected bi-tone finishes
Body Type
SUV
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
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Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Approach Angle
Not Available
25 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
23 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
500 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Yes
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Permanent electric all-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Breakover Angle
Not Available
20 deg
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
186 mm
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
186 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Tyre Size
Not Available
R:235-50R20 Alloy
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Space Saver 165-90D18 Steel F:235-50R20 Alloy-
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
R:235-50R20 Alloy
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
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Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electric
Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
12 months / 15 000 km
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 years / 150 000 km
8 years 160 000 km
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
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Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
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First Service At
5000
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Service Plan Duration
7 years / 75 000 km
6 Services / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
6 Services / 90 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
6 Services / 90 000 km
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
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Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
107 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Plug-in hybrid
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Fuel Octane Requirement
PHEV
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Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Idle CO2 Output
0
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CO2 Emissions G Km
0
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Spec
H6 PHEV
RAV4
Ownership Role
Flagship
Private and family
Price Zar
749900 ZAR
941800 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Flagship
Starting Price
749900
941800
Starting Price Zar
749900
941800
In depth: how these cars differ
This H6 PHEV and RAV4 comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: H6 PHEV 98 vs RAV4 56.
Efficiency index: H6 PHEV 96 vs RAV4 84.
Safety-equipment index: H6 PHEV 90 vs RAV4 94.
Practicality index: H6 PHEV 68 vs RAV4 68.
Ownership-cover index: H6 PHEV 65 vs RAV4 not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
H6 PHEV leads by 9 points
H6 PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while RAV4 remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
65/100
RAV4
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
84/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
68/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM H6 PHEV
leads the specification evidence index with 84 pts
vs 75 pts for RAV4
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H6 PHEV leads. However, RAV4 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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