Used 2014 Toyota RAV4 for Sale nearHagerstown, MD

How much does the 2014 Toyota RAV4 cost?

Prices are up 1.56% year-over-year — a sign of continued demand for this model year.

There are 1,883 listings available, which gives you a decent amount of choice in the market. If you find a listing below $12,846.46, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2014 Toyota RAV4 a good car?

Yes — 4.88/5 from owners, which is a strong signal that this model year satisfies the people who live with it every day. The expert rating is 6.5/10, and the standout strength is Form and function at 8/10.

Owners repeatedly praise its reliability, smooth driving experience, and spacious interior. They also call out the AWD option and good gas mileage, which fits the RAV4’s role as a practical crossover for errands, commuting, and road trips. In that context, it makes sense as a roomy, easy-to-live-with choice rather than a vehicle built around excitement.

Only 25.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so the best examples may take some searching.

Is the 2014 Toyota RAV4 reliable?

Owners rate it 4.88/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to reliability, a smooth driving experience, and a practical, trouble-free ownership experience. The expert evaluation also describes it as a dependable option for whatever you ask of it, and the performance notes emphasize a durable 2.5-liter engine with a forged-steel crankshaft and 5 main bearings. The cost-effectiveness notes also frame it as a good family option that gets the job done.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that safety and power compromises can matter more as mileage and age add up.

What should I look for when buying a used 2014 Toyota RAV4?

At 54.9% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle-history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, repair quality, and whether any prior damage affected alignment, braking, or safety equipment. Because this model year has notable safety concerns, you want the cleanest example you can find.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Limited trim adds the most equipment, including the Entune JBL media system with Navigation and the Technology Package; the base setup is much more basic by comparison.
• Powertrain: You get a single 176-hp 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder with a 6-speed automatic, and AWD is available; efficiency is rated at 22 mpg city/29 highway with AWD and 24/31 with FWD.
• Safety package: The Technology Package adds blind-spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert, lane-departure alert, and auto high beams, and those features are limited to the Limited trim.
• Infotainment: The Limited’s JBL multimedia system includes apps and services, navigation, and a touchscreen interface, but the system can be finicky and the screen can wash out in sunlight.
• Fuel efficiency: With AWD, it is rated at 22 mpg city/29 highway and 25 combined; with FWD, it is rated at 24 mpg city/31 highway.

Which 2014 Toyota RAV4 trim should I buy?

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 is offered in 1 trim level: Limited.

Here's the short version:

The Limited is the trim to focus on if you want the most complete version of this RAV4, since it’s the one tied to the JBL multimedia system, navigation, and the Technology Package. It also gets the extra driver-assistance features that help offset the model year’s safety shortcomings. If you want the best-equipped version and can live with the RAV4’s modest power, this is the one to target.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2014 Toyota RAV4?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers: there’s enough inventory to shop carefully, but the best-priced examples still deserve quick attention.

• Deal availability: 25.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,883 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices are up 1.56% year-over-year.
• Clean inventory: 54.9% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $12,846.46, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2014 Toyota RAV4's resale value?

The current average of $13,674 sits slightly above last year's $13,464.

That modest increase suggests the market still values this model year’s practicality and reputation. For a future seller, that’s a helpful sign: steady demand can support pricing, especially if your vehicle has a clean history and strong condition. The RAV4’s broad appeal as a roomy, efficient crossover should continue to help it hold attention from used buyers.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.88/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2014 Toyota RAV4 safe?

The RAV4 earns a four-star rating from NHTSA for frontal crash protection and rollover, and five-star ratings in all other NHTSA tests. The IIHS gave it a Poor rating in the small-overlap frontal-offset crash test, though other tests earned Good ratings.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

The safety equipment includes 8 airbags, full-length curtain airbags, a driver’s-knee airbag, Whiplash-Injury-Lessening Seats, and stability and traction control. The Technology Package adds blind-spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert, lane-departure alert, and auto high beams, but those features are limited to the Limited trim. The weak small-overlap result is the main caveat you should keep in mind.

Should I buy a 2014 Toyota RAV4 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2014 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2014 if:

• 25.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 54.9% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices are up 1.56% year-over-year.
• Owners rate it 4.88/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It offers class-leading cargo space and a dependable, practical crossover experience.

Consider the 2015 if:

• At $14,902, the 2015 costs more than the current year's $13,674 average.
• It brings improved crash-test ratings and a more appealing overall safety profile.

The bottom line: You should lean toward the 2014 if you want the lower entry price and can find a clean, well-kept example. If safety improvements matter more than saving money, the 2015 is the better long-term pick, especially for buyers willing to pay more for a stronger crash-test story.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.