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2021 Toyota RAV4
SUV · 2015–2026 · RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, RAV4 Prime
Trims and features
What changed for 2021
- Starting prices: +$300 to +$700 (6 trims; hover for each)
- Fuel economy (combined): 27 mpg → 28 mpg (TRD Off-Road)
2021 RAV4 trims
| Adventure | LE | Limited | TRD Off-Road | XLE | XLE Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||||
| Starting MSRP | $33,455 | from $26,250 | from $34,780 | $35,980 | from $27,645 | from $30,350 |
| Powertrain | ||||||
| Engine | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC D-4S Injection | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC D-4S Injection | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC D-4S Injection | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC D-4S Injection | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC D-4S Injection | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC D-4S Injection |
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 203 hp | 203 hp | 203 hp | 203 hp | 203 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic Transmission | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic Transmission | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic Transmission | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic Transmission | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic Transmission | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | Awd | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | Awd | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 28 mpg | 30 mpg | AWD: 28 mpg FWD: 30 mpg | 28 mpg | AWD: 29 mpg FWD: 30 mpg | AWD: 29 mpg FWD: 30 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 3,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 3,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 37.6 cu ft | 37.6 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft | 37.6 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 69.8 cu ft | 69.8 cu ft | 69.8 cu ft | 69.8 cu ft | 69.8 cu ft | 69.8 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in | 8.4 in | 8.6 in | 8.6 in | 8.4 in | 8.6 in |
| Length | 181.5 in | 180.9 in | 180.9 in | 181.5 in | 180.9 in | 180.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3,655 lb | AWD: 3,490 lb FWD: 3,370 lb | AWD: 3,640 lb FWD: 3,485 lb | 3,655 lb | AWD: 3,515 lb FWD: 3,405 lb | AWD: 3,515 lb FWD: 3,405 lb |
| Tech | ||||||
| Touchscreen | 8 in | 7 in | 8 in | 8 in + option | 7 in + option | 7 in + option |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Digital gauge cluster | 7 in | 4.2 in | 7 in | 7 in | 4.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Audio | — | — | JBL | Optional | — | Optional |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 11 | 6 + option | 6 | 6 + option |
| Wireless phone charging | — | — | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Driver assistance | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Optional | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Optional | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| 360-degree camera | — | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Parking sensors | — | — | Front, Rear | Optional | — | Optional |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Optional | — | Front + option | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Driver seat memory | — | — | Driver Seat | — | — | Optional |
| Climate zones | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | App-Based Remote Start | — | App-Based Remote Start | App-Based Remote Start | — | App-Based Remote Start |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Sunroof | Optional | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof + option | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Optional | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | Manual + option | Manual | Power Liftgate + option | Power Liftgate | Manual + option | Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 19 in | 17 in | 19 in | 18 in | 17 in | 19 in |
Packages and options (56)
| Adventure | LE | Limited | TRD Off-Road | XLE | XLE Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventure Grade Convenience Package | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Adventure Grade Weather Package $1,015 | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Limited Grade Advanced Technology Package $1,025 | — | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Limited Grade Weather Package $1,015 | — | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Panoramic Glass Roof with Front Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof $500 | — | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Preferred Accessory Package $353 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| TRD Off-Road Grade Technology Package $1,950 | — | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| TRD Off-Road Grade Weather Package $1,015 | — | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| XLE Grade Convenience Package $1,265 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| XLE Premium Grade Technology Package $1,265 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| XLE Premium Grade Weather Package $1,075 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| XLE Grade Weather Package $925 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Black Chrome Exhaust Tip $120 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Blackout Emblem Overlays $129 | — | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Body Side Moldings $209 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Edge Guard $140 | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| High-Performance LED Fog Lights $169 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Mudguards $129 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Paint Protection Film $395 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Rear Bumper Applique $69 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Roof Rack Cross Bars $315 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Running Boards $549 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $65 | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Floor Liners and Cargo Liner $269 | — | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Floor Liners | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Floor Liners and Cargo Tray $269 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cargo Liner $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Spider Cargo Net $59 | — | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Carpet Floor Mats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpet Floor Mats and Cargo Mat $269 | — | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Doorsill Protectors $199 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Frameless HomeLink Mirror $175 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| In-Vehicle Safe by Console Vault $359 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Quick-Charge Cable $70 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rear Cargo Area Cover $90 | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Audio Plus with 8-in. Touchscreen and JBL $1,570 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Audio Plus with 8-in. Touchscreen $990 | Standard | — | — | Standard | Optional | — |
| Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation and 11 JBL Speakers $1,620 | Optional | — | Standard | Optional | — | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert $590 | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Blizzard Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blue Flame | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blue Flame with Ice Edge Roof | Optional | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Blueprint | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lunar Rock | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lunar Rock with Ice Edge Roof | Optional | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Magnetic Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Magnetic Gray Metallic with Ice Edge Roof | — | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Midnight Black Metallic with Ice Edge Roof | Optional | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Midnight Black Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ruby Flare Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Silver Sky Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Super White | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Light Gray | — | — | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Mocha | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nutmeg | — | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure. Still partial for this year: chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, options, option rules, vin decode. "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
| 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 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (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 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.