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2012 Toyota RAV4
SUV · 2010–2026 · RAV4, RAV4 EV, RAV4 Hybrid, RAV4 Prime
Which year to buy
Best bet2018Fewest serious problems: 0.4× usual
Newest we'd buy2025The latest year rated a good buy
Avoid2019–2020Far more serious problems than usual
Be careful2021More problems; check the recalls were done
Too new to judge: 2026. Give a new year a year or two of owner reports.
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year. first year of a new design.
2012GOOD BUYSerious complaints 0.7× usual Extended coverage
162 serious complaints of 266, the most about speed control (50) and brakes (34); per car on the road, 0.7× this model's usual year. 5 recalls.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2012 toyota rav4. While driving at a low speed and depressing the brake pedal to stop, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The vehicle was taken to central maine toyota (15 airport rd, waterville, me 04901, phone number: (207) 872-5444) where the technician diagnosed that the failure was due to driver error.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the speed control, Feb 2018
“The contact owns a 2012 toyota rav4. While driving at a low speed and depressing the brake pedal to stop, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The vehicle was taken to central maine toyota (15 airport rd, waterville, me 04901, phone number: (207) 872-5444) where the technician diagnosed that the failure was due to driver error.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the brakes, Feb 2018
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for Rear Differential Coupling Growl Noise on 2006-2012 model year RAV4 4WD vehicles. Toyota is now extending the warranty coverage for Rear Differential Coupling Growl Noise in the covered vehicles. (ZF4-Dealer, Dec 2015)
- Extended coverage These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing process, may experience paint peeling on exterior metal body panels. Toyota is providing coverage for repairs related to the condition described above. (ZKG Region, Aug 2019)
- Extended coverage Repair is Now Available Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint. (Customer, Dec 2019)
- Extended coverage Repair Process: Customer Support Program ZKG ? (ZKG Paint, Dec 2019)
- Extended coverage CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint (ZKG Important, Oct 2021)
- Extended coverage dl: toyota is announcing a warranty enhancement program to extend the warranty coverage for rear differential coupling growl noise on 2006-2012 model year rav4 4wd vehicles. Toyota is now extending the warranty coverage for rear differential coupling growl noise in the covered vehicles. (ZF4, Dec 2015)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
266 owner complaints · 5 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 22–76 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2012 trims and features
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2012
2012 RAV4 trims
| Base | Limited | Sport | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | FWD 5 2.5L I4: — FWD 5 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i FWD 7 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i AWD 5 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i AWD 7 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i | FWD 5 2.5L I4: — FWD 5 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i FWD 7 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i AWD 5 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i AWD 7 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i | FWD 2.5L I4: — FWD 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i AWD 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve with Dual VVT-i |
| Horsepower | FWD 5 2.5L I4: 179 hp FWD 5 3.5L V6: 269 hp FWD 7 3.5L V6: 269 hp AWD 5 3.5L V6: 269 hp AWD 7 3.5L V6: 269 hp | FWD 5 2.5L I4: 179 hp FWD 5 3.5L V6: 269 hp FWD 7 3.5L V6: 269 hp AWD 5 3.5L V6: 269 hp AWD 7 3.5L V6: 269 hp | FWD 2.5L I4: 179 hp FWD 3.5L V6: 269 hp AWD 3.5L V6: 269 hp |
| Torque | FWD 5 2.5L I4: 172 lb-ft FWD 5 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft FWD 7 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft AWD 5 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft AWD 7 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft | FWD 5 2.5L I4: 172 lb-ft FWD 5 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft FWD 7 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft AWD 5 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft AWD 7 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft | FWD 2.5L I4: 172 lb-ft FWD 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft AWD 3.5L V6: 246 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ECT-i | ECT-i | ECT-i |
| Drivetrain | FWD 5 2.5L I4 / FWD 7 2.5L I4 / FWD 5 3.5L V6 / FWD 7 3.5L V6 / AWD 5 2.5L I4 / AWD 7 2.5L I4 / AWD 5 3.5L V6 / AWD 7 3.5L V6 | FWD 5 2.5L I4 / FWD 7 2.5L I4 / FWD 5 3.5L V6 / FWD 7 3.5L V6 / AWD 5 2.5L I4 / AWD 7 2.5L I4 / AWD 5 3.5L V6 / AWD 7 3.5L V6 | FWD 2.5L I4 / FWD 3.5L V6 / AWD 2.5L I4 / AWD 3.5L V6 |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo behind last row | — | — | 36.4 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 73 cu ft | 73 cu ft | 73 cu ft |
| Third-row legroom | FWD 5 2.5L I4: — FWD 7 2.5L I4: 30 in FWD 7 3.5L V6: 30 in AWD 7 2.5L I4: 30 in AWD 7 3.5L V6: 30 in | FWD 5 2.5L I4: — FWD 7 2.5L I4: 30 in FWD 7 3.5L V6: 30 in AWD 7 2.5L I4: 30 in AWD 7 3.5L V6: 30 in | — |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 in | 7.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Length | 181.9 in | 181.9 in | 181.9 in |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | — | Optional | — |
| Apple CarPlay | — | Optional | — |
| Android Auto | — | Optional | — |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Cloth | Optional | Optional |
| Heated seats | — | Optional | Optional |
| Climate zones | — | 2 | — |
| Second row | — | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheels | FWD 5 2.5L I4: 16 in FWD 7 2.5L I4: 17 in FWD 5 3.5L V6: 17 in FWD 7 3.5L V6: 17 in AWD 7 2.5L I4: 17 in AWD 5 3.5L V6: 17 in AWD 7 3.5L V6: 17 in | 17 in | 18 in |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
Packages and options (50)
| Base | Limited | Sport | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance Package $577 | — | — | — |
| Enhancement Value Package $430 | — | — | Optional |
| Entune | — | Optional | — |
| Navigation Value Package $2,725 | — | Optional | — |
| Premium Package $1,930 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Premium Plus Value Package $1,175 | — | Optional | — |
| Tow Prep Package $160 | — | — | — |
| Upgrade Value Package $1,145 | Optional | — | — |
| Value Package $150 | — | — | — |
| 5-speed ECT-i automatic transmission | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Electronic On-Demand 4WD | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fabric-trimmed 50/50 Split and Stow 3rd Row seat | Optional | Optional | — |
| V6 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto On/Off Headlamps $70 | — | Standard | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) $40 | — | — | — |
| Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof with Sunshade | Optional | — | — |
| Privacy glass on rear side, quarter and rear-door windows | — | Standard | Standard |
| Roof Rack $220 | — | Standard | — |
| 120V AC power outlet | — | — | — |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror with integrated backup camera display | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Area Tonneau Cover | — | — | Optional |
| Premium fabric-trimmed 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat | — | Optional | — |
| Premium fabric-trimmed front seats | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Display Audio with Navigation | — | Optional | — |
| Downhill Assist Control (DAC) | — | — | — |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | — | — | — |
| XM Select Package | — | Optional | — |
| 16-in. steel wheel with wheel cover | — | — | — |
| 17-in. 5-spoke alloy wheel | — | — | — |
| 17-in. 5-spoke styled steel wheel | — | — | — |
| 17-in. 6-spoke alloy wheel | — | Standard | — |
| 18-in. 5-spoke alloy wheel | — | — | Standard |
| Barcelona Red Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Forest Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blizzard Pearl | — | Optional | — |
| Classic Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Magnetic Gray Metallic | — | — | Optional |
| Pacific Blue Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Pyrite Mica | Optional | Optional | — |
| Sandy Beach Metallic | Optional | Optional | — |
| Super White | Optional | — | Optional |
| Ash Fabric | Optional | — | — |
| Ash Leather Trim | — | Optional | Optional |
| Ash Premium Fabric | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Charcoal Leather Trim | — | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Charcoal Premium Fabric | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Fabric | Optional | — | — |
| Sand Beige Leather Trim | — | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Premium Fabric | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Nhtsa vin decode, Oem brochure. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 184–186 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 184–186 hp | AWD, FWD | 38–43 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 35 | Unknown or other (11) | Yes |
| 2025 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 176–203 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 176–203 hp 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid, 176–203 hp | AWD, FWD | 28–39 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 103 | Unknown or other (27) | Yes |
| 2024 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 176–203 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 176–203 hp | AWD, FWD | 28–39 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 205 | Unknown or other (55) | Yes |
| 2023 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 176–203 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 176–203 hp | AWD, FWD | 28–40 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 229 | Electrical system (87) | Yes |
| 2022 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 176–203 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 176–203 hp | AWD, FWD | 28–40 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 171 | Electrical system (46) | Yes |
| 2021 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 177 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 177 hp | AWD, FWD | 28–40 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 508 | Air bags (147) | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 176–203 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 176–203 hp | AWD, FWD | 27–40 mpg | 5 of 5 | 6 | 648 | Engine (182) | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 176–203 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 176–203 hp | AWD, FWD | 28–40 mpg | 5 of 5 | 8 | 901 | Fuel/propulsion system (266) | Yes |
| 2018 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 112–176 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 112–176 hp | AWD, FWD | 24–32 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 346 | Electrical system (130) | No |
| 2017 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 112–176 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 112–176 hp | AWD, FWD | 24–32 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 321 | Electrical system (111) | No |
| 2016 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 150–176 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 150–176 hp | AWD, FWD | 24–32 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 256 | Electrical system (59) | No |
| 2015 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 150–176 hp | AWD, FWD | 24–26 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 4 | 305 | Electrical system (85) | No |
| 2014 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 176 hp Electric | AWD, FWD | 24–26 mpg 76 MPGe |
4 of 5 | 7 | 207 | Electrical system (71) | No |
| 2013 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 176 hp Electric | AWD, FWD | 25–26 mpg 76 MPGe |
4 of 5 | 5 | 261 | Electrical system (75) | No |
| 2012 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 179 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 269 hp Electric | AWD, FWD | 22–24 mpg 76 MPGe |
4 of 5 | 5 | 266 | Visibility/wiper (54) | No |
| 2011 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 179 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 269 hp | AWD, FWD | 21–24 mpg | 3 of 5 | 11 | 287 | Vehicle speed control (69) | No |
| 2010 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 179 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 269 hp | AWD, FWD | 21–24 mpg | Not rated | 14 | 400 | Suspension (101) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayAWD or 4WDPower liftgateHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricFully electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof
Apple lists CarPlay for: RAV4 2019–2026 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID SUV HEV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID SUV PHEV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 88 |
| 2025 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 88 |
| 2025 | Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 5 |
| 2025 | Toyota RAV4 PHEV SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 10 |
| 2024 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 175 |
| 2024 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 175 |
| 2024 | Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 | Toyota RAV4 PRIME SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 29 |
| 2023 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 157 |
| 2023 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 157 |
| 2023 | Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 8 |
| 2023 | Toyota RAV4 PRIME SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 64 |
| 2022 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 145 |
| 2022 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 145 |
| 2022 | Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 5 |
| 2022 | Toyota RAV4 PRIME SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 21 |
| 2021 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 387 |
| 2021 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 387 |
| 2021 | Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 22 |
| 2021 | Toyota RAV4 PRIME SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 4 | 99 |
| 2020 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 635 |
| 2020 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 635 |
| 2020 | Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 13 |
| 2019 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 7 | 879 |
| 2019 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 7 | 879 |
| 2019 | Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 22 |
| 2018 | Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 331 |
| 2018 | Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 331 |
| 2018 | Toyota Rav4 Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 15 |
| 2017 | Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 307 |
| 2017 | Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 307 |
| 2017 | Toyota Rav4 Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 302 |
| 2016 | Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | No | 3 | 239 |
| 2016 | Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | No | 3 | 239 |
| 2015 | Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD Later Release | 5 | No | Optional | 0 | 20 |
| 2015 | Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD Later Release | 5 | No | Optional | 0 | 20 |
| 2015 | Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD Early Release | 4 | No | Optional | 4 | 305 |
| 2015 | Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD Early Release | 4 | No | Optional | 4 | 305 |
| 2014 | Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 4 | 197 |
| 2014 | Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 4 | 197 |
| 2014 | Toyota Rav4 EV SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 7 | 188 |
| 2013 | Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD Later Release | 4 | No | No | 2 | 256 |
| 2013 | Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD Later Release | 4 | No | No | 2 | 256 |
| 2013 | Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD Early Release | 4 | No | No | 2 | 256 |
| 2013 | Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD Early Release | 4 | No | No | 2 | 256 |
| 2013 | Toyota Rav4 EV SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 5 |
| 2012 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 6 | 266 |
| 2012 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 6 | 266 |
| 2011 | Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 3 | No | No | 11 | 287 |
| 2011 | Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 3 | No | No | 11 | 287 |
| 2010 | Toyota RAV4 4-DR. w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 14 | 400 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RAV4 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 43 |
| 2026 | RAV4 AWD Limited & XSE | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
41 |
| 2026 | RAV4 AWD SE & LE | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 42 |
| 2026 | RAV4 AWD XLE | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 41 |
| 2026 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland Edition | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 38 |
| 2025 | RAV4 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2025 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
28–29 |
| 2025 | RAV4 AWD LE | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2025 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 39 |
| 2025 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland Edition | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 37 |
| 2025 | RAV4 PHEV AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 38 |
| 2024 | RAV4 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2024 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
28–29 |
| 2024 | RAV4 AWD LE | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2024 | RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2024 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 39 |
| 2024 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland Edition | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 37 |
| 2024 | RAV4 Prime 4WD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 38 |
| 2023 | RAV4 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start |
30 |
| 2023 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
28–29 |
| 2023 | RAV4 AWD LE | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2023 | RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2023 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 40 |
| 2023 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland Edition | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 37 |
| 2023 | RAV4 Prime 4WD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 38 |
| 2022 | RAV4 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start |
30 |
| 2022 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
28–29 |
| 2022 | RAV4 AWD LE | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2022 | RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2022 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 40 |
| 2022 | RAV4 Prime 4WD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 38 |
| 2021 | RAV4 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start |
30 |
| 2021 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
28–29 |
| 2021 | RAV4 AWD LE | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2021 | RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2021 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 40 |
| 2021 | RAV4 Prime 4WD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 38 |
| 2020 | RAV4 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start |
30 |
| 2020 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
28–29 |
| 2020 | RAV4 AWD LE | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2020 | RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 27 |
| 2020 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 40 |
| 2019 | RAV4 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2019 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
28–30 |
| 2019 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 40 |
| 2018 | RAV4 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2018 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2018 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 32 |
| 2018 | RAV4 LE/XLE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2018 | RAV4 Limited AWD/SE AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 24 |
| 2017 | RAV4 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2017 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2017 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 32 |
| 2017 | RAV4 LE/XLE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2017 | RAV4 Limited AWD/SE AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 24 |
| 2016 | RAV4 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2016 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2016 | RAV4 Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 32 |
| 2016 | RAV4 LE/XLE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2016 | RAV4 Limited AWD/SE AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 24 |
| 2015 | RAV4 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2015 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2015 | RAV4 LE/XLE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2015 | RAV4 Limited AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 24 |
| 2014 | RAV4 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2014 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2014 | RAV4 EV | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 76 |
| 2014 | RAV4 Limited AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 24 |
| 2013 | RAV4 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2013 | RAV4 AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2013 | RAV4 EV | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 76 |
| 2013 | RAV4 Limited AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2012 | RAV4 2WD | Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
22–24 |
| 2012 | RAV4 4WD | Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
22–23 |
| 2012 | RAV4 EV | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 76 |
| 2011 | RAV4 2WD | Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
22–24 |
| 2011 | RAV4 4WD | Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
21–23 |
| 2010 | RAV4 2WD | Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
22–24 |
| 2010 | RAV4 4WD | Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
21–24 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.