Used 2019 Toyota RAV4 for Sale nearBakersfield, CA

Compare 2019 Toyota RAV4 Trims in Bakersfield, CA

The 2019 Toyota RAV4 offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $17,285
• Best MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Most Popular: XLE AWD

Trim Overview

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LE FWD — "Who It's For"

The LE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $17,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 64 listings
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LE AWD — "Who It's For"

The LE AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without a hefty price tag, making it a practical choice for families.

• Avg. market price: $17,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 77 listings
• View LE AWD listings

XLE FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded vehicle with added features without going for the top trims.

• Avg. market price: $17,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 75 listings
• View XLE FWD listings

XLE AWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of comfort and capability, making it the most popular choice in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $17,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 84 listings
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XLE Premium FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE Premium FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a touch of luxury without the AWD price premium.

• Avg. market price: $17,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 35 listings
• View XLE Premium FWD listings

XLE Premium AWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE Premium AWD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features combined with all-wheel drive for added versatility.

• Avg. market price: $17,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 21 listings
• View XLE Premium AWD listings

Adventure AWD — "Who It's For"

The Adventure AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a rugged vehicle with advanced tech features for outdoor adventures.

• Avg. market price: $17,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 28 listings
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Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded SUV with luxury features and all-wheel drive capability.

• Avg. market price: $17,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 31 listings
• View Limited AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — XLE AWD

With 84 active listings, the XLE AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse XLE AWD listings

Best Budget Option — LE FWD

At $17,285 avg market price — below the lineup median of $17,285 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse LE FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — LE FWD

The LE FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 26/35 MPG.

Browse LE FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2019 Toyota RAV4 cost?

Prices have softened 1.81% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,712 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

Is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 a good car?

Generally — the 2019 Toyota RAV4 earns a 4.48/5 user rating and an 8/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Safety.

Drivers consistently praise its great value, smooth ride, spacious interior, and modern features. The overview also frames it as a practical fit for commuting, family duty, and road trips, with style and versatility as part of the appeal.

The trade-offs are clear: performance is fairly pedestrian, and handling is poor. Even so, the market still shows 34.2% of listings as good or great deals, which helps keep it attractive if you want a well-equipped small SUV without overpaying.

Is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 reliable?

Owners rate it 4.48/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction. User feedback also points to a reliable, dependable, and long-term ownership experience, with many drivers describing it as a vehicle you can count on.

The expert evaluation reinforces that theme by emphasizing the RAV4’s role as an affordable, efficient, and reliable small SUV. It also notes that Toyota has made advanced driver-assistance features standard equipment, which supports confidence in everyday use.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about outright durability and more about finding one that has been maintained well and hasn’t been worn down by heavy use.

What should I look for when buying a used 2019 Toyota RAV4?

At 64.5% 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 thorough pre-purchase inspection. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the cabin and controls show wear that matches the mileage. Because this model is often bought for daily use and family duty, condition matters as much as equipment.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LE includes steel 17-inch wheels with plastic covers, LED headlights, daytime running lights and taillights, power side mirrors, low-profile black roof rails, and privacy-tinted side and rear windows. The XLE adds 17-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels, automatic high beams, integrated fog lights, color-keyed side mirrors with integrated turn-signal indicators, a power moonroof, push-button start, sport bucket seats, and dual-zone climate control. The XLE Premium adds 19-inch alloy wheels, a power rear liftgate, an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift lever, soft-touch dash materials, and SofTex leatherette upholstery. The Adventure adds a more rugged look and all-wheel drive, while the Limited brings the most upscale equipment.
• Powertrain: Every trim uses a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 203 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive available, and the Adventure and Limited can get torque-vectoring AWD. The engine is described as strong enough for highway speed but weak off the line, and it can be noisy.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard and includes forward-collision warning and avoidance, lane-departure warning, automatic high-beams, dynamic radar cruise control, traffic-sign detection, and Lane-Tracing Assist. Standard safety equipment also includes a full array of front- and side-impact airbags, a reversing camera, traction control, and a tire-pressure monitoring system.
• Infotainment: The LE has a 7-inch touchscreen with Entune 3, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, a USB port, and a WiFi hotspot. Android Auto is not included. The Adventure gets an upgraded panoramic reversing camera and an 8-inch Entune screen, while the Limited offers an optional JBL premium stereo.
• Fuel efficiency: Front-wheel-drive models return 26 mpg city, 35 highway, and 30 combined. The all-wheel-drive test car returned 27 mpg city and 34 highway, while the torque-vectoring AWD version returns 25 mpg city, 33 highway, and 28 combined.

Which 2019 Toyota RAV4 trim should I buy?

The 2019 Toyota RAV4 is offered in 5 trim levels: LE, XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure, and Limited.

Here's the short version:

• LE: This is the value play if you want the essentials at the lowest entry price. You still get standard safety tech, a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and the core RAV4 formula, but you give up the nicer wheels, moonroof, and extra convenience features found higher up.
• XLE: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers. It adds alloy wheels, fog lights, automatic high beams, a power moonroof, push-button start, and dual-zone climate control, making it the sweet spot for comfort and everyday usability.
• XLE Premium: Choose this if you want a more upscale cabin and convenience upgrades. The power liftgate, larger wheels, SofTex upholstery, and power-adjustable driver’s seat make it feel more polished without jumping all the way to the top trim.
• Adventure: This is the trim to consider if you want the more rugged setup. It gets unique styling, all-wheel drive, upgraded roof rails, and the more advanced torque-vectoring AWD option, along with a larger infotainment screen and upgraded camera system.
• Limited: Pick this if you want the most premium RAV4 experience. It adds chrome-finished wheels, navigation, heated front seats, ambient lighting, and available comfort upgrades like ventilated front seats and a panoramic moonroof.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard across the lineup, so you do not need to move up a trim just to get the core driver-assistance suite.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2019 Toyota RAV4?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop carefully.

• Deal availability: 34.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,712 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 1.81% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 64.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $21,420, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2019 Toyota RAV4's resale value?

The current average of $22,627 sits slightly below last year's $23,044.

That softer pricing suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim appeal rather than broad market momentum alone.

Because demand remains supported by the RAV4’s practicality and reputation, well-kept examples should still draw interest. Strong equipment, clean history, and desirable trims will matter most when it is time to sell.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.48/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 safe?

The 2019 Toyota RAV4 earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 includes forward-collision warning and avoidance, lane-departure warning, automatic high-beams, dynamic radar cruise control, traffic-sign detection, and Lane-Tracing Assist. It also comes with a full array of front- and side-impact airbags, a reversing camera, traction control, and a tire-pressure monitoring system.

That standard safety content is a major strength, especially because Toyota makes it broadly available rather than reserving it for higher trims. The main caveat is that some convenience and visibility upgrades, such as the upgraded panoramic reversing camera, are tied to higher trims.

Should I buy a 2019 Toyota RAV4 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2019 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2019 if:

• 34.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 64.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 1.81% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.48/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It adds bold styling, new tech, and a bit of off-road credibility.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $23,706, the 2020 costs more than the current year's $22,627 average.
• It broadens the lineup with sporty, luxurious, and rugged configurations.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2019 is the smarter buy because pricing has eased and inventory is healthy. If you are willing to spend more for a newer model-year alternative with a wider range of configurations, the 2020 is the secondary path to consider.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.