Used 2019 Toyota RAV4 for Sale nearLos Angeles, CA

Compare 2019 Toyota RAV4 Trims in Los Angeles, 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 $17,995
• Best MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Most Popular: XLE FWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

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: $19,192 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 129 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View LE FWD listings

LE AWD — "Who It's For"

The LE AWD is ideal for those who need all-wheel drive for added traction without a hefty price tag.

• Avg. market price: $22,184 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 102 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• 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 popular features at a reasonable price.

• Avg. market price: $20,093 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 238 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View XLE FWD listings

XLE AWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE AWD is perfect for those seeking a balance of features and all-wheel drive capability at an affordable price.

• Avg. market price: $17,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 117 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View XLE AWD listings

XLE Premium FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE Premium FWD is suited for buyers wanting a more luxurious experience without going to the top tier.

• Avg. market price: $22,999 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 108 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View XLE Premium FWD listings

XLE Premium AWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE Premium AWD is for those who desire luxury features combined with all-wheel drive for enhanced performance.

• Avg. market price: $21,476 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 34 listings
• View XLE Premium AWD listings

Adventure AWD — "Who It's For"

The Adventure AWD is tailored for shoppers looking for a sporty feel and additional features for an active lifestyle.

• Avg. market price: $26,090 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 33 listings
• View Adventure AWD listings

Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the choice for buyers wanting top-tier luxury and technology in a capable SUV.

• Avg. market price: $25,998 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 35 listings
• View Limited AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — XLE FWD

With 238 active listings, the XLE FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse XLE FWD listings

Best Budget Option — XLE AWD

At $17,995 avg market price — below the lineup median of $21,830 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse XLE AWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — LE FWD

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

Browse LE FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2019 Toyota RAV4 cost?

Prices have softened 1.54% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,633 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

If you find a listing below $21,414.86, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 a good car?

Generally — the 4.48/5 user rating points to strong owner satisfaction, and the expert rating is 8.00/10.

The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its great value, smooth ride, spacious interior, and modern features. The overview also frames it as a practical compact crossover built for commuting, family duty, and road trips, which matches the way shoppers tend to use this segment.

The trade-offs are clear: the engine can feel underwhelming, and the handling is poor. That means you should expect a comfort- and utility-first SUV rather than something especially engaging to drive.

With 28.5% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is still room to shop selectively.

Is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 reliable?

Owners rate it 4.48/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

Drivers describe it as a vehicle they can count on for everyday use, and the owner feedback also points to a generally reliable and dependable ownership experience. The expert evaluation reinforces that theme by emphasizing the RAV4’s role as affordable, efficient, and reliable transportation for daily commuting and family duty.

Toyota also makes a strong case for low-stress ownership by including a broad set of standard safety and convenience features, which can help reduce the hassle of living with the vehicle over time.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about the brand promise and more about finding a well-kept example that hasn’t been worn down by heavy family use or neglected maintenance.

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 pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, tire wear, and whether the cabin and controls show the kind of use you’d expect from a family SUV.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LE starts with steel 17-inch wheels with plastic covers, while the XLE adds alloy wheels, automatic high beams, fog lights, 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 driver’s seat, and SofTex upholstery, so the base trim is the one most likely to feel stripped down.
• 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. Front-wheel drive is standard, with available all-wheel drive, and the Adventure and Limited trims can get torque-vectoring AWD for more capable traction management.
• 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. That standard equipment is a major strength across the lineup.
• Infotainment: The LE gets a 7-inch touchscreen with Entune 3, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, a USB port, and a WiFi hotspot. Android Auto is not included, and the Adventure upgrades to an 8-inch screen plus a panoramic reversing camera.
• Fuel efficiency: The front-wheel-drive model returns 26 mpg city, 35 highway, and 30 combined. The all-wheel-drive test car earns 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 without stretching your budget. You still get standard safety tech, a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, and the core RAV4 practicality, but it is the most basic-feeling trim.
• XLE: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the most useful everyday upgrades, including alloy wheels, fog lights, a power moonroof, push-button start, and dual-zone climate control.
• XLE Premium: Choose this if you want a more upscale cabin and convenience features, including a power rear liftgate, SofTex upholstery, and a power-adjustable driver’s seat.
• Adventure: This is the pick if you want the more rugged setup, including unique styling, upgraded roof rails, and torque-vectoring AWD. It also gets the larger 8-inch infotainment screen and panoramic reversing camera.
• Limited: This is the right choice if you want the most upscale RAV4, with chrome-finished wheels, heated front seats, navigation, ambient lighting, and available comfort upgrades.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard, so even the lower trims 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 can shop patiently but still move quickly on the right listing.

• Deal availability: 28.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,633 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 1.54% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 64.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $21,414.86, 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 $22,840 sits slightly below last year's $23,197.

That kind of softening can work in your favor if you buy now and hold the vehicle for a few years, because you are starting from a lower entry point. If the market stays steady, a well-kept RAV4 should remain relatively easy to resell thanks to broad shopper demand in the compact SUV segment.

The price trend also suggests that sellers may need to be realistic on asking price, especially if mileage or condition is average rather than exceptional.

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?

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

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

That broad standard safety package is one of the RAV4’s biggest strengths, especially if you are comparing lower trims against rivals that reserve more driver-assistance tech for pricier versions.

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:

• 28.5% 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 1.54% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.48/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It brings bold new styling, new tech, and a bit of off-road cred.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $23,664, the 2020 costs more than the current year's $22,840 average.
• It offers a broader range of configurations, including sporty, luxurious, and rugged versions.

The bottom line: If you want the lower entry price and strong market availability, the 2019 is the smarter buy. If you are willing to spend more for a wider configuration range, the 2020 is the better path. For price-sensitive buyers, the 2019 remains the more compelling value.

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