2024 Toyota RAV4 MPG
28–39 mpg combined across 7 EPA-rated versions. Best: RAV4 Hybrid AWD (AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 41 city / 38 hwy / 39 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 | 39 | $1,700 |
| RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland Edition (Hybrid) | 2.5L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 38 | 35 | 37 | $1,800 |
| 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
- 2024 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD: class average 24.7 mpg over 173 versions; best RAV4 +14.3 (#3).
- 2023: 40 mpg best (−1 for 2024).
- 2025: 39 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $1,700–$2,400 a year ($700 difference).
- Available as AWD, FWD.
- 2026 model: 43 mpg best (+4).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 15.5% risk |
| Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 15.5% risk |
206 owner complaints: Unknown Or Other 55, Electrical System 41, Engine 40, Steering 27. Crashes 31, fires 1, injuries 22.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 55 | 27% |
| Electrical System | 41 | 20% |
| Engine | 40 | 19% |
| Steering | 27 | 13% |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 10% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 17 | 8% |
| Structure | 17 | 8% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 6% |
Recent owner reports: Unknown Or Other
“The internal GPS compass is faulty, causing turn-by-turn instructions to be confusing, constantly changing, and suggesting illegal turns. These problems are constant, which makes driving dangerous unless GPS is not used. Evidence: [XXX] [XXX] Toyota acknowledges the problem, but will not fix it. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)”
“Driving down the freeway and the moonroof exploded for no reason, sending glass shards on the passenger.”
“When using the CarPlay feature I am not able to use the maps. When using the maps the it glitches out and constantly reroutes spastically and feels very unsafe while driving. I looked up if this was a common issue with other 2024 rav4 owners and I learned it is. It was explained as an issue with the antenna not being able to keep up with the location of the phone.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
4 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2026 | Equipment › other › labels | 26V179000 |
| Oct 30, 2025 | Back Over Prevention › display Function | 25V744000 |
| Sep 11, 2025 | Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel | 25V595000 |
| Dec 5, 2024 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › foundation Components › disc › caliper | 24V911000 |