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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $35,448–$45,901 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2024 Toyota RAV4 S is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 8.2/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 9.1/10, while Performance at 7.0/10 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. Reliability stands out at 9.1/10. The RAV4 S nameplate has earned that score through its track record and a comparatively clean recall sheet. On safety, it scores 9.0/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.0/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. At 7.6/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $35,448–$45,901, 30 MPG, seating 5, the Toyota RAV4 S sits in the mid-market bracket of the suv segment. Its value score of 8.2/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2024 Toyota RAV4 S will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good suv should — quietly and competently.
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 2024 Toyota RAV4 S ranks #29 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 99% of the segment. Its 8.2/10 overall score is 0.8 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $35,448 starting price sits close to the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking → · Best SUVs under $50k →
Smart-money pick: the 2021 Toyota RAV4 S scores 8.1/10 — within striking distance of the 2024's 8.2 — 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8.4/10 | $36,511 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 8.2/10 | $35,448 | |
| 2023 | 8.2/10 | $34,385 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.0/10 | $33,321 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.1/10 | $32,257 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.1/10 | $31,194 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.0/10 | $30,131 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.9/10 | $29,067 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.9/10 | $28,003 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.9/10 | $26,941 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.8/10 | $25,877 | Read review → |
We rate the 2024 Toyota RAV4 S's reliability 9.1/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 8.2/10 overall, ranking #29 of 2454 suvs in our database (better than 99% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2024 Toyota RAV4 S starts at $35,448 and ranges up to $45,901 across trims (MSRP when new). At 30 MPG, expect roughly $1,750/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Toyota models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.