Used 2019 Toyota RAV4 for Sale nearNewark, DE

Compare 2019 Toyota RAV4 Trims

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

• Starting at $19,880
• Best MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Most Popular: XLE AWD

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: $19,880 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 2,045 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View LE FWD listings

LE AWD — "Who It's For"

The LE AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without a hefty price tag.

• Avg. market price: $21,847 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 3,248 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 added features at a reasonable price.

• Avg. market price: $20,852 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 3,659 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View XLE FWD listings

XLE AWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty feel with the confidence of all-wheel drive.

• Avg. market price: $23,322 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 5,189 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View XLE AWD listings

XLE Premium FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE Premium FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a touch of luxury without going all out.

• Avg. market price: $23,219 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 1,513 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• 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 capability.

• Avg. market price: $24,413 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 1,489 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View XLE Premium AWD listings

Adventure AWD — "Who It's For"

The Adventure AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty SUV ready for outdoor adventures.

• Avg. market price: $24,985 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 664 listings
• View Adventure AWD listings

Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded SUV with luxury features.

• Avg. market price: $27,205 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 1,234 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Limited AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — XLE AWD

With 5,189 active listings, the XLE AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse XLE AWD listings

Best Budget Option — LE FWD

At $19,880 avg market price — below the lineup median of $23,270 — 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 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2019 Toyota RAV4 cost?

Prices have softened 1.74% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,705 listings available, which suggests you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 a good car?

Generally — the 2019 Toyota RAV4 earns a 4.48/5 user rating and an 8.00/10 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 points to its practical appeal as a commuter, family hauler, and road-trip vehicle, while the expert notes reinforce its stylish design and standard advanced safety features.

The trade-offs are clear: performance is fairly pedestrian, and handling is poor. That means you should expect a practical, versatile small SUV rather than something especially engaging to drive.

With 35.0% of listings priced as good or great deals, the market still offers some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 reliable?

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

User feedback points to reliability-minded strengths such as being dependable, trouble-free, and a vehicle you can count on for long-term use. The expert commentary also frames it as part of the affordable, efficient, and reliable small-SUV formula that buyers expect in this segment.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 adds to the sense of everyday dependability by bundling forward-collision warning and avoidance, lane-departure warning, automatic high-beams, dynamic radar cruise control, traffic-sign detection, and Lane-Tracing Assist. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that a neglected example could turn its otherwise solid reputation into a more expensive ownership experience.

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

At 64.3% 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 careful inspection of bodywork, panel alignment, and any signs of prior repair. It also makes sense to focus on how the cabin, electronics, and safety systems have held up, since those are the areas you’ll live with every day.

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 with unique 19-inch wheels, a split-bar front grille, black fender cladding, upgraded roof rails, active grille shutters, and orange interior accents. The Limited adds 19-inch chrome-finished alloy wheels, a unique grille, puddle approach lights, chrome door handles with passive entry, heated front seats, dark brown interior accents, ambient lighting, and navigation.
• 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. The Adventure and Limited also offer torque-vectoring AWD, which is the more capable setup.
• 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 advantage even on lower trims.
• 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. The Adventure upgrades to an 8-inch Entune screen and a panoramic reversing camera, while the Limited offers an optional JBL premium stereo.
• Fuel efficiency: The front-wheel-drive model returns 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 plus standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.0, Apple CarPlay, and the core RAV4 design without paying for extras.
• XLE: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the most useful everyday upgrades, including alloy wheels, fog lights, push-button start, a moonroof, and dual-zone climate control.
• XLE Premium: Choose this if you want a more upscale cabin feel, a power liftgate, and a power-adjustable driver’s seat without jumping all the way to the top end.
• Adventure: Pick this if you want the more rugged look and the more capable torque-vectoring AWD setup, along with the larger screen and upgraded camera system.
• Limited: This is the luxury-leaning choice, with heated front seats, navigation, chrome accents, 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 even the lower trims start with a strong safety foundation.

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

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but should move quickly on strong listings.

• Deal availability: 35.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,705 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 1.74% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 64.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $21,415, 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 $22,622 sits slightly below last year's $23,023.

That softer pricing suggests the market has become a bit more favorable for buyers, but it also means future sellers may need to stay realistic on asking price. If you buy well now and keep the vehicle in clean condition, you may be better positioned to limit depreciation later. Strong demand for practical, safety-focused compact SUVs should continue to support interest in this model.

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 Top Safety Pick from IIHS and five-star ratings from NHTSA.

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

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.

That standard safety content is a major strength, especially because Toyota makes it standard rather than reserving it for higher trims. The main caveat is that the RAV4’s safety advantage is strongest when you choose a well-maintained example with all systems functioning properly.

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:

• 35.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 64.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 1.74% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.48/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It adds bold new styling, new tech, and a bit of off-road cred.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $23,594, the 2020 costs more than the current year's $22,622 average.
• It offers a wider range of configurations, including sporty XSE, luxurious Limited, and rugged Adventure.

The bottom line: If you want the better value, the 2019 is the smarter buy because it combines strong safety, broad practicality, and softer pricing. If you’re willing to pay more for a broader configuration range and a newer model year, the 2020 is the better secondary path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.