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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 $25,697, and its lowest point over the past year was $22,841. 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 SUV choice, anchored by an all-generations owner rating of 4.5/5. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the RAV4 for its reliability, spacious interior, and fuel efficiency. They also highlight its comfortable ride and everyday practicality, which make it a natural fit for family use and commuting.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert reviews are noise, a less engaging driving feel, and safety ratings that vary by year. Those are the kinds of compromises you should expect if you want the RAV4’s practicality and ownership appeal.

34.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota RAV4 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Toyota RAV4 for reliability, comfort, fuel efficiency, and practicality. Expert reviews also reinforce that reputation with repeated mentions of dependable ownership, useful packaging, and strong everyday livability.

• Owners rate the Toyota RAV4 between 4.4 and 4.9 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable, especially if you focus on well-kept examples with clean history reports and strong maintenance records.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.3% — 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: a new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and an enhanced 10.5-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• 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 taller ride height, the extra weight, and the all-terrain tires ding the Woodland trim to 39 mpg combined.

Which Toyota RAV4 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 offers these trims:

• LE: The entry point brings the standard screens, push-button start, three USB ports, cloth upholstery, and manually adjustable seats.
• XLE: A strong value pick that adds a power driver’s seat, heated front seats, and five USB ports.
• SE: The base trim in the Sport line, with 18-inch wheels, a power driver’s seat, heated front seats, and five USB ports.
• XSE: A sportier choice with the slimmer electric shifter and the large rear spoiler that stands out in the Sport lineup.
• Woodland: The rugged trim adds all-terrain tires, AWD, a roof rack with cross bars, a tow hitch, and small rectangular fog lights from Rigid Industries.
• Limited: A higher-end trim with the slimmer electric shifter and the larger 12.9-inch touchscreen.
• GR Sport: The most performance-flavored trim, with the first-ever RAV4 GR Sport styling and the top-end sport treatment.

What Toyota RAV4 do most buyers choose?

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

The highest-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you the broadest mix of availability, pricing, and deal opportunities. That usually makes it easier to compare trims and find the configuration that fits your budget.

What is the Toyota RAV4's resale value?

Most model years in the table are down year over year, which is good news if you want to buy used at a softer price point. A few newer and older years are still rising, so the market is not moving in one direction across the board.

The 2017 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2024, 2023, and 2014 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, which adds automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with limited hands-free driving, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alerts, and more.

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 −2.19% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −2.24%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.4% good and great deals, and the 2022 model has 34.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $31,744. The Toyota RAV4 offers broad everyday practicality, strong reliability, and a useful mix of comfort and efficiency.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The RAV4 has a beefier and a slightly more efficient hybrid system than its predecessor. For the first time, the RAV4 Hybrid comes with front-wheel drive, with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and two electric motors generating 226 horsepower. All-wheel-drive models add a third motor to power the rear axle, 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: Every 2026 RAV4 comes with Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 as standard, with a wider camera view, broader radar detection, and limited hands-free driving on certain highways.
• 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 2025 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.

How does the 2024 Toyota RAV4 compare to the 2023 Honda CR-V?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2024 Toyota RAV4:

• Pros: Reputation for reliability, Plenty of utility, Generous ownership perks.
• Cons: Noisy, Dull to drive, Unimpressive safety ratings.

2023 Honda CR-V:

• Pros: Comfortable, Plenty of cargo space, Great ride and handling.
• Cons: Irritating transmission, Uninspired styling, Lacks technological innovation.

Our experts score the 2024 Toyota RAV4 7/10 and the 2023 Honda CR-V 7.8/10. The RAV4 leans into reliability, utility, and ownership perks, while the CR-V emphasizes comfort, cargo space, and ride quality. If you want the more polished driving experience, the CR-V has the edge; if you value reputation and everyday usefulness, the RAV4 remains compelling.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 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 versatile AWD models, catering to various needs and preferences.

• Starting at $38,200
• 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 sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $38,200 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 47 city / 40 hwy
• Inventory: 2,139 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 capability without a hefty price tag. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $40,049 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 46 city / 39 hwy
• Inventory: 3,544 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 standard trim without going for AWD.

• Avg. market price: $41,904 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 47 city / 40 hwy
• Inventory: 1,643 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 AWD option with added features for comfort and convenience.

• Avg. market price: $42,314 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 46 city / 39 hwy
• Inventory: 164 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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XLE Premium AWD — "Who It's For"

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

• Avg. market price: $42,989 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 45 city / 38 hwy
• Inventory: 1,599 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 sportier design and advanced tech features in an AWD package.

• Avg. market price: $48,321 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 43 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 82 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 features and all-wheel drive capability.

• Avg. market price: $49,703 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 43 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 1,313 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Limited AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LE AWD

With 3,544 active listings, the LE AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — LE FWD

At $38,200 avg market price — below the lineup median of $42,314 — 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 October 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.