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| Engine | 2.5L 4-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Regular |
| City / Hwy MPG | 27 / 35 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,250 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 292 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $31,749–$41,989 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2025 Toyota RAV4 at 8.4/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this suv. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 9.4/10, while Performance at 7.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 9.4/10, reliability is one of this suv's best cards — few vehicles in our database score higher on this dimension. The 9.2/10 safety score puts it near the top of the class on this dimension; the official trim-level results at nhtsa.gov are worth a final check.
Performance scores 7.2/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. Tech rates a reasonable 7.5/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $31,749–$41,989, 31 MPG, seating 5, the Toyota RAV4 sits in the mid-market bracket of the suv segment. Value is where it presses its advantage — 8.2/10, meaning the feature set and quality outrun the asking price. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2025 Toyota RAV4 is a solid, well-rounded suv that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Toyota RAV4 ranks #5 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 100% of the segment. Its 8.4/10 overall score is 1.0 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $31,749 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $36,079 by about 12%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Toyota RAV4 scores 8.1/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 8.4 — and starts roughly $3,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.4/10 | $31,749 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 8.4/10 | $31,749 | |
| 2024 | 8.3/10 | $30,825 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.2/10 | $29,900 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.1/10 | $28,975 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.1/10 | $28,050 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.1/10 | $27,126 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.1/10 | $26,201 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.9/10 | $25,276 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.9/10 | $24,351 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 8.0/10 | $23,427 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.8/10 | $22,502 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Electrical system / instrument cluster/panel 11/09/2025 · 25V595000 | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia,… |
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| Back over prevention / Display function 30/10/2025 · 25V744000 | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error… |
| Seats / Critical fasteners 22/04/2026 · 26V256000 | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 RAV 4 vehicles. The front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly. |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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