America’s favorite SUVHybrid5 seats
—MPG · EPA
—Safety · NHTSA
5Seats
—Recalls · NHTSA
About the Toyota RAV4
One of America’s best-selling SUVs. It is roomy, practical and known for lasting. The hybrid is very good on gas and comes with all-wheel drive.
Steady and easy. The gas engine can sound rough when you push it; the Hybrid is smoother and quicker from a stop.
Tip: Hybrids are in high demand. Ask about dealer add-ons and markups before you sign.
Why people buy it
Lasts and holds valueOne of the most trusted SUVs in America.
Great on gas (Hybrid)The Hybrid gets car-like gas mileage and comes with all-wheel drive.
Roomy and practicalGood back seat and a big trunk.
Safety tech standardEvery RAV4 comes with Toyota Safety Sense.
Is it right for you?
✓ you have a family✓ you want it to last 10+ years✓ you drive a lot (get the Hybrid)✓ you drive for apps
✕ you need 7 seats✕ you want a soft, quiet ride✕ you want a bargain (used ones cost a lot)
Which version to get
Recent trims, simplified · check at the dealer
LE · XLE · Gas engine. XLE adds comfort features.
Hybrid (LE · XLE · SE) · Better gas mileage, all-wheel drive, more power.Best value
Adventure · TRD · Limited · Plug-in · Off-road look, luxury, or plug-in. Nice, not needed.
Buying used: which years
2026All new, and every one is a hybrid.
2019–2025Great used pick. Some early Hybrids had a fuel tank that wouldn’t fill all the way; ask if Toyota fixed it.
2015–2018Older body. Cheaper; Hybrid available from 2016.
Questions to ask the dealer
- Is it the Hybrid or the gas engine?
- Are there dealer add-ons in the price (paint protection, nitrogen tires)?
- Which trim is it, exactly?
- Any open recalls, and were they fixed?
- Can I see the service records?
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Prices, payments and out-the-door totals are Carvessa estimates, not offers; check with the dealer. MPG from EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and safety stars and recalls from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-07, for 2020 and newer (older years: check nhtsa.gov/recalls with the VIN). Car photo: TTTNIS, CC0 (background removed).