The fifth generation RAV4 was unveiled at the 2018 New York International Auto Show.The design was previewed by the FT-AC concept shown at the December 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show. It is built on the GA-K platform, with development led by chief engineer Yoshikazu-Saeki. Both 4-cylinder petrol-powered and petrol-electric hybrid (Hybrid Synergy Drive) variants would remain available.