Toyota RAV4 Soft Top 4WD

19982000 · 6 configurations

Lowest
21
Average
22
Best
22

The Toyota RAV4 Soft Top 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 6 different configurations spanning model years 1998 through 2000. Over this period, the RAV4 Soft Top 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 21 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 22 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.

Historical Efficiency

2000
22
1999
22
1998
22

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (RAV4 Soft Top 4WD) 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 Soft Top 4WD. 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
129
Total Deaths
90

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
25.6%
Fire Occurrence
3.1%
Speeding Involved
14.0%
DUI Involved
16.3%
Primary Impact Zone

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

81%
Front
13%
Side
6%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2022
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.81
2021
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2020
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2019
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2018
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2017
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2016
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.79
2015
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2014
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.67

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1998
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory