Toyota RAV4 2WD

19962013 · 35 configurations

Lowest
22
Average
23
Best
26

The Toyota RAV4 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 35 different configurations spanning model years 1996 through 2013. Over this period, the RAV4 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 22 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2013
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,300233026MPG
2012
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212824MPG
2012
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
2011
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212824MPG
2011
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
2010
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
2010
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
2009
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
2009
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
2008
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212724MPG
2008
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
2007
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
2007
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
2006
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212724MPG
2006
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
2005
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
2005
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
2004
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
2004
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
2003
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
2003
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
2002
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
2002
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
2001
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
2001
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
2000
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
2000
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
1999
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1999
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
1998
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1998
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
1997
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1997
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1996
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1996
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500212724MPG

Historical Efficiency

2013
26
2012
24
2011
24
2010
24
2009
24
2008
24
2007
23
2006
24
2005
23
2004
23
2003
24
2002
24
2001
24
2000
23
1999
23
1998
23
1997
23
1996
24

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (RAV4 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Toyota RAV4 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Toyota Toyota RAV4 * grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,584
Total Deaths
896

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
14.0%
Fire Occurrence
3.3%
Speeding Involved
10.6%
DUI Involved
12.5%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
14%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes152
Fatalities
85
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2022
Fatal Crashes177
Fatalities
102
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2021
Fatal Crashes158
Fatalities
104
Deaths/Crash
0.66
2020
Fatal Crashes145
Fatalities
91
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2019
Fatal Crashes137
Fatalities
75
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2018
Fatal Crashes173
Fatalities
99
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2017
Fatal Crashes149
Fatalities
80
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2016
Fatal Crashes174
Fatalities
101
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2015
Fatal Crashes163
Fatalities
85
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2014
Fatal Crashes156
Fatalities
74
Deaths/Crash
0.47

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2013
2
2012
1
2011
1
2010
1
2009
3
2007
3
2006
9
2005
3
2004
2
1998
5
1996
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory