Used Toyota RAV4 for Sale nearLong Lake, WI

How much does the Toyota RAV4 cost in today's market?

Used Toyota RAV4 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Toyota RAV4's current nationwide average price is $25,900, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $22,864 over the past year. Recently, prices have eased on the 2025 models, while other recent model years have held firm or risen.

Is the Toyota RAV4 a good car?

Yes — the Toyota RAV4 is a strong used-car pick if you want a practical crossover with broad appeal and a long-running reputation for value. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the RAV4 for reliability, spaciousness, comfort, and fuel efficiency. Across the model years, the recurring themes are a roomy interior, everyday practicality, and a comfortable ride that makes it easy to live with.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The honest trade-off is that some recent RAV4s are more about competence than excitement, with recurring notes about pedestrian performance, noisy operation, and trim levels that can feel plain inside.

36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota RAV4 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Toyota RAV4 as dependable, practical, and easy to live with, and expert commentary reinforces that reputation with repeated praise for strong everyday usability and long-term value. The model’s broad appeal comes from the way it blends comfort, efficiency, and family-friendly packaging.

• Owners rate the Toyota RAV4 between 4.43 and 4.88 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is generally low, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and service records.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 4.0
• Infotainment: wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with a new operating system called Arene
• Fuel efficiency: Toyota expects the EPA to rate the 2026 RAV4 at 44 mpg combined with FWD and AWD. Top AWD trims such as XSE and Limited net 42 mpg combined, and the Woodland trim to 39 mpg combined.

Which Toyota RAV4 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 offers these trims:

• LE: The entry trim comes with the standard screens, push-button start, three USB ports, cloth upholstery, and manually adjustable seats.
• XLE: This is the recommended value pick in the Core line, adding a power driver’s seat, heated front seats, and five USB ports.
• SE: This is the base trim in the Sport line, and it adds the same useful equipment as the XLE while giving you access to the Sport design theme.
• XSE: This Sport trim adds the large rear spoiler and uses the slimmer electric shifter.
• Limited: This trim adds the slimmer electric shifter and sits among the top AWD trims that return 42 mpg combined.
• Woodland: This Rugged trim adds all-terrain tires, AWD, a roof rack with cross bars, a tow hitch, small rectangular fog lights from Rigid Industries, and raised ground clearance, making it the best fit if you want the most adventurous setup.
• GR Sport: This top Sport trim adds the first-ever GR Sport treatment, with the most notable mechanical differences in the lineup.

What Toyota RAV4 do most buyers choose?

The Toyota RAV4 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they offer a strong mix of availability, newer features, and broad appeal. When more listings are on the market, you usually get more choices on price, trim, and condition.

What is the Toyota RAV4's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A few years are still rising, though, so the RAV4’s strongest examples continue to command healthy prices. The pattern suggests steady demand across the lineup rather than a sharp across-the-board drop.

The 2016 and 2017 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2014, 2023, and 2024 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Toyota RAV4 safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2024: 5/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 9/10
• 2015: 6/10
• 2014: 6/10

Every 2026 RAV4 comes with Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 as standard.

For the safest used buy, the 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023 models all post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Toyota RAV4 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −3.3% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −1.78%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 39.2% good and great deals, and the 2022 model has 35%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $31,052. The Toyota RAV4 offers a roomy, practical cabin that makes it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The RAV4 has a beefier and a slightly more efficient hybrid system than its predecessor, with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and two electric motors generating 226 horsepower, while all-wheel-drive models add a third motor and output increases from 219 to 236 hp.
• Tech: A new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and an enhanced 10.5-inch touchscreen highlight the fresh tech loaded into the RAV4, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
• Safety: Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 adds a wider camera view and broader radar detection, plus automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, updated lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with limited hands-free driving, blind-spot monitors with rear cross-traffic alerts, an emergency stop system, and a safe-exit alert.
• Starting price: Toyota says pricing will start in the low $30,000s when the RAV4 goes on sale this fall.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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

Compare 2026 Toyota RAV4 Trims

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 offers a range of trims from budget-friendly FWD options to AWD models, catering to various needs and preferences.

• Starting at $38,422
• Best MPG/MPGe: 47 city / 40 hwy
• Most Popular: LE 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 hybrid without paying for extra features.

• Avg. market price: $38,422 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 47 city / 40 hwy
• Inventory: 2,044 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. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup by a wide margin.

• Avg. market price: $42,312 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 46 city / 39 hwy
• Inventory: 3,248 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View LE AWD listings

XLE Premium FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE Premium FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped hybrid without going for the AWD option.

• Avg. market price: $42,362 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 47 city / 40 hwy
• Inventory: 1,513 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View XLE Premium FWD listings

SE AWD — "Who It's For"

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

• Avg. market price: $43,436 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 46 city / 39 hwy
• Inventory: 144 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View SE AWD listings

XLE Premium AWD — "Who It's For"

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

• Avg. market price: $43,353 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 45 city / 38 hwy
• Inventory: 1,489 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View XLE Premium AWD listings

XSE AWD — "Who It's For"

The XSE AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty design with advanced technology features.

• Avg. market price: $48,455 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 43 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 64 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View XSE AWD listings

Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxury experience with advanced safety and tech features.

• Avg. market price: $50,652 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 43 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 1,235 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Limited AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LE AWD

With 3,248 active listings, the LE AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — LE FWD

At $38,422 avg market price — below the lineup median of $43,353 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — LE FWD

The LE FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 47 MPG city.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.