The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE is the high-end version of the Toyota RAV4 Prime. The plug-in hybrid version of the 2021 Toyota RAV4 is a very popular SUV, and it’s got a lot more going for it than just its range. When you buy the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE, you’ll get all the benefits of a solid hybrid SUV, with all the luxury touches that will make you feel like you just won the lottery.

Is the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE worth it?

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime MSRP starts at $38,250. The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE costs $42,790, according to Edmunds. While the regularly 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime is a good hybrid SUV, the RAV4 Prime XSE takes things a step further. In addition to all the great things that the RAV4 Prime typically includes (detailed below), you’ll also get a whole bunch of extras that just may make it worth the extra $4,000.

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE adds on a two-tone roof, sunroof and paddle shifters, as well as an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a nine-inch touchscreen, and a wireless charging pad. Other nice features of the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE include simulated leather upholstery and interior ambient lighting.

What else comes in the 2021 RAV4 Prime XSE?

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE also includes everything that the base model, the Toyota RAV4 Prime SE, comes with. This includes a power liftgate, heated front seats, and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It has adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and lane-keeping assist.

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime range is 42 miles of electric-only driving, and then it reverts to fuel. It has an 18.1 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime SE comes with a four-cylinder engine and three hybrid electric motor generators. It can put out 302 hp and has all-wheel drive.

One RAV4 Prime package only comes in the XSE

The highest package available is the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Premium package and it is only available on the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE. It includes a panoramic sunroof, hands-free liftgate, and adaptive headlights. The Premium package also adds front and rear parking sensors and quicker hybrid battery recharging capabilities. The RAV4 Prime XSE Premium package has ventilated front seats and driver-seat memory settings, as well as a heads-up display.

Finally, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE Premium package also has a digital rearview mirror and household outlet, as well as a surround-view parking camera system.

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime has an available Weather package, which includes a heated steering wheel, heated rear outboard seats, and automatic wipers with de-icers. This package is ideal for cold weather areas and adds $1,565 to your RAV4 Prime price. There’s also an Audio package, which includes everything in the Weather package. It also adds a JBL sound system and built-in navigation system. The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Audio package includes online destination help.