2022 Toyota RAV4 MPG
28–40 mpg combined across 7 EPA-rated versions. Best: RAV4 Hybrid AWD (AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 41 city / 38 hwy / 40 combined; lowest: RAV4 AWD (2.5L 4-cyl, A8) at 28.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 Hybrid AWD (Hybrid) | 2.5L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 41 | 38 | 40 | $1,700 |
| RAV4 | 2.5L 4-cyl | A8 | FWD | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,250 |
| RAV4 | 2.5L 4-cyl | A8 | FWD | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,250 |
| RAV4 AWD LE | 2.5L 4-cyl | A8 | AWD | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,250 |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | A8 | AWD | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,300 |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | A8 | AWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,400 |
| RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | 2.5L 4-cyl | A8 | AWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,400 |
How it compares
- 2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD: class average 24.1 mpg over 175 versions; best RAV4 +15.9 (#1).
- 2021: 40 mpg best (no change).
- 2023: 40 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $1,700–$2,400 a year ($700 difference).
- Available as AWD, FWD.
- 2026 model: 43 mpg best (+3).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 15.5% risk |
| Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 15.9% risk |
176 owner complaints: Electrical System 48, Unknown Or Other 44, Engine 29, Structure 22. Crashes 19, fires 0, injuries 14, deaths 2.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 48 | 27% |
| Unknown Or Other | 44 | 25% |
| Engine | 29 | 16% |
| Structure | 22 | 13% |
| Steering | 20 | 11% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 15 | 9% |
| Power Train | 14 | 8% |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 7% |
Recent owner reports: Electrical System
“The high-voltage rear traction motor cable floor wire harness on my 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has experienced severe corrosion, which has severely degraded the high-voltage electrical shielding. This defect has created immediate electromagnetic interference (EMI), causing violent, deafening static noise on the AM radio ONLY when the vehicle is in motion (accelerating/driving).”
“The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the infotainment system continuously rebooted at startup and while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera image was brief and intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test; however, the error message "System Access Denied" was retrieved.”
“Idling, received a warning of "engine stopped. steering power low". Trying to restart the car - it would start up then immediately shut down w/ the same error. Letting it sit for 15 minutes allowed it to reset and start again. It was raining at the time, wind shield wipers were on if that matters.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 12, 2023 | Electrical System › propulsion System › dc/Dc Converter | 23V478000 |
| Jul 21, 2022 | Air Bags › sensor › occupant Classification › front Passenger | 22V519000 |
| Apr 13, 2022 | Electronic Stability Control (esc) › control Module › software | 22V239000 |