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2018 Toyota RAV4

SUV · 2015–2026 · RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, RAV4 Prime

Trims and features

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What changed for 2018

2018 RAV4 trims

AdventureLELimitedPlatinumSEXLE
Powertrain
Engine2AR-FE2AR-FEAWD 2.5L I4: 2AR-FE
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 2AR-FXE, 2JM+2FM
2AR-FEAWD 2.5L I4: 2AR-FE
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 2AR-FXE, 2JM+2FM
AWD 2.5L I4: 2AR-FE
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 2AR-FXE, 2JM+2FM
Horsepower176 hp176 hpAWD 2.5L I4: 176 hp
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 194 hp
176 hpAWD 2.5L I4: 176 hp
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 194 hp
AWD 2.5L I4: 176 hp
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 194 hp
Torque172 lb-ft172 lb-ftAWD 2.5L I4: 172 lb-ft
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: —
172 lb-ftAWD 2.5L I4: 172 lb-ft
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: —
AWD 2.5L I4: 172 lb-ft
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: —
TransmissionECT-iECT-iAWD 2.5L I4: ECT-i
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: CVT
ECT-iAWD 2.5L I4: ECT-i
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: CVT
AWD 2.5L I4: ECT-i
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: CVT
Gears66AWD 2.5L I4: 6
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: —
6AWD 2.5L I4: 6
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: —
AWD 2.5L I4: 6
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: —
DrivetrainAWD / FWDAWD / FWDAWD 2.5L I4 / AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid / FWD 2.5L I4AWD / FWDAWD 2.5L I4 / AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid / FWD 2.5L I4AWD 2.5L I4 / AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid / FWD 2.5L I4
Fuel economy (combined)AWD: 25 mpg
FWD: 26 mpg
AWD: 25 mpg
FWD: 26 mpg
AWD 2.5L I4: 24 mpg
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 32 mpg
FWD 2.5L I4: 25 mpg
AWD: 24 mpg
FWD: 25 mpg
AWD 2.5L I4: 24 mpg
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 32 mpg
FWD 2.5L I4: 25 mpg
AWD 2.5L I4: 25 mpg
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 32 mpg
FWD 2.5L I4: 26 mpg
Size and capability
Seats555555
Max towingAWD: 3,500 lb
FWD: 2,900 lb
1,500 lbAWD 2.5L I4: 1,500 lb
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 1,750 lb
1,500 lb—AWD 2.5L I4: 1,500 lb
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 1,750 lb
Cargo behind last row38.4 cu ft38.4 cu ft35.6 cu ft38.4 cu ftAWD 2.5L I4: 38.4 cu ft
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 35.6 cu ft
AWD 2.5L I4: 38.4 cu ft
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 35.6 cu ft
Max cargo73.4 cu ft73.4 cu ft70.6 cu ft73.4 cu ftAWD 2.5L I4: 73.4 cu ft
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 70.6 cu ft
AWD 2.5L I4: 73.4 cu ft
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 70.6 cu ft
Ground clearance6.5 in6.1 inAWD 2.5L I4: 6.1 in
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 7 in
6.1 inAWD 2.5L I4: 6.5 in
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 7.4 in
AWD 2.5L I4: 6.1 in
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 7 in
Length183.5 in183.5 in183.5 in183.5 in183.5 in183.5 in
Curb weight3,485 lb3,455 lbAWD 2.5L I4: 3,520 lb
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 3,950 lb
3,520 lbAWD 2.5L I4: 3,520 lb
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 3,950 lb
AWD 2.5L I4: 3,485 lb
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 3,925 lb
Tech
Touchscreen6.1 in + option6.1 in + option7 in + option7 in6.1 in + option6.1 in
Apple CarPlayOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional—
Android AutoOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional—
Digital gauge cluster4.2 in4.2 in4.2 in4.2 in4.2 in4.2 in
Audio——OptionalJBLOptional—
Speakers6 + option6 + option6 + option116 + option6
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise controlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Lane keepingLane Keep AssistLane Keep AssistLane Keep AssistLane Keep AssistLane Keep AssistLane Keep Assist
Blind-spot monitoringOptional—Blind Spot AlertBlind Spot AlertAWD 2.5L I4: —
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: Blind Spot Alert
—
Automatic emergency brakingAEB with Pedestrian DetectionAEB with Pedestrian DetectionAEB with Pedestrian DetectionAEB with Pedestrian DetectionAEB with Pedestrian DetectionAEB with Pedestrian Detection
Rear cross-trafficOptional—Rear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic AlertAWD 2.5L I4: —
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
—
360-degree camera——OptionalSurround View CameraOptional—
Parking sensorsOptional—AWD 2.5L I4: —
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: Front, Rear
Front, RearOptional—
Comfort
SeatsClothClothSynthetic LeatherSynthetic LeatherSynthetic LeatherCloth
Heated seatsOptional—FrontFrontFrontOptional
Driver seat memory——Driver SeatDriver Seat——
Climate zones212222
Second rowSplit BenchSplit BenchSplit BenchSplit BenchSplit BenchSplit Bench
Exterior
SunroofTilt/Slide Moonroof—Tilt/Slide MoonroofTilt/Slide MoonroofTilt/Slide MoonroofTilt/Slide Moonroof
Power liftgateManual + optionManualPower Liftgate + optionHands-Free Power LiftgateAWD 2.5L I4: Manual
AWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: Power Liftgate
Manual
Wheels18 in17 in18 in18 in18 in17 in
HeadlightsHalogenHalogen———Halogen
Packages and options (67)
AdventureLELimitedPlatinumSEXLE
Advanced Technology Package ——Optional—Optional—
Cold Area Package Optional—————
Convenience Package $1,905—————Optional
Extra Value "Plus" Package Optional————Optional
Extra Value "Power" Package ————Optional—
Extra Value "Power Plus" Package $1,025Optional————Optional
Extra Value "Power Premium" Package $1,550Optional————Optional
Hands-Free, Height-Adjustable, Foot-Activated Power Liftgate ——OptionalStandard——
Heated fabric front-row seats with 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat Optional————Optional
Height-Adjustable Power Liftgate $415Optional—Standard———
Remote Engine Starter $499OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
S-Code Paint Treatment and Parking Sonar ————Optional—
Body Side Moldings $209OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Chrome Lower Door Moldings OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Door Edge Guards $125OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Mudguards —OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Paint Protection Film $395OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Rear Bumper Appliqué OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Rear Spoiler Protector OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Roof Rack Cross Bars $315OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Roof Rails $190—OptionalStandardStandardStandard—
Running Boards $549OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Towing Hitch Receiver OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Trailer Ball OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Alloy Wheel Locks $65OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
All-Weather Floor Liners $149OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Net — Hammock $99OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Area Tonneau Cover OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Tote OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Tray OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Carpet Floor Mats OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Carpet Trunk Mat OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Coin Holder/Ashtray Cup OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Illuminated Doorsills OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Doorsill Protector OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Emergency Assistance Kit OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
First Aid Kit $30OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Hideaway Cargo Net OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Interior Light Kit $185OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Key Finder OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Shift Knob $160OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Tablet holder OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation App OptionalOptional——Standard—
Entune Premium Audio with Integrated Navigation Optional—Standard—Optional—
Entune Premium JBL Audio ——OptionalStandardOptional—
Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Optional—StandardStandard——
Front and Rear Parking Sonar Optional——StandardOptional—
Glass Breakage Sensor OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Vehicle Intrusion Protection Security System OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Black OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Black Currant Metallic OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Black Sand Pearl ——Optional—OptionalOptional
Black/Silver Sky Metallic ————Optional—
Blizzard Pearl OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Electric Storm Blue OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Electric Storm Blue/Silver Sky Metallic ————Optional—
Galactic Aqua Mica OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Magnetic Gray Metallic OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Ruby Flare Pearl OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Silver Sky Metallic OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Super White OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Super White/Silver Sky Metallic ————Optional—
Ash Optional—OptionalOptional—Optional
Black with Cinnamon ————Optional—
Black OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cinnamon ——OptionalOptional——
Nutmeg ——Optional——Optional

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Nhtsa vin decode, Oem brochure, Other. Still partial for this year: powertrain, dimensions, exterior, interior, safety, options, option rules. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.

Apple lists CarPlay for: RAV4 2019–2026 (Apple).

NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints

YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2026 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID SUV HEV AWDNot Rated StandardStandard 00
2026 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID SUV HEV FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 00
2026 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID SUV PHEV AWDNot Rated StandardStandard 00
2025 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 388
2025 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 388
2025 Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWDNot Rated StandardStandard 25
2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 210
2024 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 3175
2024 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 3175
2024 Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 21
2024 Toyota RAV4 PRIME SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 229
2023 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 3157
2023 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 3157
2023 Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 18
2023 Toyota RAV4 PRIME SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 264
2022 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 1145
2022 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 1145
2022 Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 25
2022 Toyota RAV4 PRIME SUV AWDNot Rated StandardStandard 321
2021 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 1387
2021 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 1387
2021 Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 122
2021 Toyota RAV4 PRIME SUV AWDNot Rated StandardStandard 499
2020 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 6635
2020 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 6635
2020 Toyota RAV4 HYBRID SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 513
2019 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 7879
2019 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 7879
2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 322
2018 Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 3331
2018 Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 3331
2018 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 015
2017 Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD5 OptionalOptional 3307
2017 Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD5 OptionalOptional 3307
2017 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid SUV AWD5 OptionalOptional 3302
2016 Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD5 OptionalNo 3239
2016 Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD5 OptionalNo 3239
2015 Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD Later Release5 NoOptional 020
2015 Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD Later Release5 NoOptional 020
2015 Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD Early Release4 NoOptional 4305
2015 Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD Early Release4 NoOptional 4305

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)

YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2026RAV4Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 43
2026RAV4 AWD Limited & XSEAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
41
2026RAV4 AWD SE & LEAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 42
2026RAV4 AWD XLEAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 41
2026RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland EditionAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 38
2025RAV4Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2025RAV4 AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
28–29
2025RAV4 AWD LEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2025RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 39
2025RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland EditionAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 37
2025RAV4 PHEV AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 38
2024RAV4Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2024RAV4 AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
28–29
2024RAV4 AWD LEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2024RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROADAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2024RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 39
2024RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland EditionAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 37
2024RAV4 Prime 4WDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 38
2023RAV4Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
30
2023RAV4 AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
28–29
2023RAV4 AWD LEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2023RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROADAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2023RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 40
2023RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland EditionAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 37
2023RAV4 Prime 4WDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 38
2022RAV4Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
30
2022RAV4 AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
28–29
2022RAV4 AWD LEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2022RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROADAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2022RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 40
2022RAV4 Prime 4WDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 38
2021RAV4Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
30
2021RAV4 AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
28–29
2021RAV4 AWD LEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2021RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROADAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2021RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 40
2021RAV4 Prime 4WDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 38
2020RAV4Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
30
2020RAV4 AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
28–29
2020RAV4 AWD LEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2020RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROADAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 27
2020RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 40
2019RAV4Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 30
2019RAV4 AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
28–30
2019RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 40
2018RAV4Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2018RAV4 AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2018RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 32
2018RAV4 LE/XLEAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2018RAV4 Limited AWD/SE AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 24
2017RAV4Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2017RAV4 AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2017RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 32
2017RAV4 LE/XLEAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2017RAV4 Limited AWD/SE AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 24
2016RAV4Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2016RAV4 AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2016RAV4 Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 32
2016RAV4 LE/XLEAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2016RAV4 Limited AWD/SE AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 24
2015RAV4Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2015RAV4 AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2015RAV4 LE/XLEAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2015RAV4 Limited AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 24

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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