2021 Toyota RAV4

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Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV: Body style
30-40: Combined MPGe Combined MPGe
Miles per gallon-equivalent is how the EPA provides efficiency ratings for battery-electric vehicles in a way that can be used in comparison with gasoline-powered vehicles. Actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.
Related: Top 10 Most Efficient Electric Cars
5: Seating capacity
180.9” x 67”: Dimensions
Front-wheel drive: Drivetrain

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Overview

(105 reviews)

The good:

Efficient four-cylinder engine
Hybrid gas mileage
Intuitive multimedia system
Standard safety features

The bad:

Backseat doesn’t slide
Road and engine noise
Modest acceleration (non-hybrid)
Higher trims get pricey

LE
$26,350
XLE
$27,645
XLE Premium
$30,350
Adventure
$33,455
Limited
$34,880
TRD Off Road
$36,080

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Our 2021 Toyota RAV4 trim comparison will help you decide.

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Five-seat compact SUV
Front- or all-wheel drive
Gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions available
Automatic emergency braking standard
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay standard

2021 Toyota RAV4 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Toyota RAV4?

The Toyota RAV4 is a popular compact SUV with room for five people. It was redesigned for 2019 and offers a choice of gas or hybrid drivetrains. Toyota also sells a plug-in hybrid version of the RAV4, dubbed RAV4 Prime. Front- and all-wheel-drive versions are available, and competitors include the Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue and Volkswagen Tiguan.

What’s New on the 2021 Toyota RAV4?

The TRD Off-Road trim level adds a TRD-stamped front skid plate, and there’s a new XLE Premium trim of the RAV4 Hybrid.

What Features in the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

17-inch steel wheels
LED headlights
Fabric upholstery
7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
Automatic emergency braking
Lane-keeping assist
Adaptive cruise control
Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

17-, 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels
Panoramic moonroof
Heated and ventilated front seats
Heated steering wheel
8-inch touchscreen
Navigation
JBL premium stereo
Wireless device charging
360-degree camera system
Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert

2021 Toyota RAV4 Vs. 2021 Honda CR-V: How Do They Compare?

Among compact SUVs, both the Toyota RAV4 and the Honda CR-V are something of benchmarks. They’ve been in the class since its early days, and both remain important models for their respective brands. Both offer conventional and hybrid drivetrains, though Toyota goes a step further with the RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid, which can travel up to 42 miles on electric power alone, according to EPA estimates. Both SUVs come standard with important active safety features, but the RAV4 has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard (they’re optional for the CR-V).

Should I Buy the 2021 Toyota RAV4?

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded SUV that’s perfectly suited to a wide range of needs and budgets; it’s a sensible family vehicle that’s loaded with standard safety features. The interior can be noisy and the standard gas engine delivers modest acceleration, but cabin materials are noticeably nicer than those of the previous generation.

Consumer reviews

(105 reviews)

96% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.7
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.9

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Most recent consumer reviews

Everything is good except for power

December 14, 2022

By St68 from Arkansas

Owns this car

I’ve owned this car for a year and put 20k miles on it (2021 Toyota RAV4) and everything on it is fairly decent except the engine and transmission I live on a mountain so there are lots of hills and curves and the transmission is DEFINITELY not geared for hilly terrain or maybe it’s the weak Mickey Mouse motor either way there appears to be a delay when you push the pedal down (it’s almost gotten me t-boned pulling out of a business onto the busy town road because it took so long to take off) so if your wanting something with remotely any power DO NOT get this car looking back now I would trade the decent gas mileage for a little more power and maybe it’s just my dodge Cummins I’m used to but this thing is weak sauce when it comes to the motor and power when you need it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 3.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 1.0
Value 2.0
Exterior 2.0
Reliability 4.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

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Car was certified when we bought it.

November 1, 2022

By Gen McMan from Fredonia, PA

Used to own this car

We are not happy! We hit a small bump on any Pa road and it feels horrible!! No smooth ride. No power! No beeps for lane changing. Gas mileage is horrible! My daughter has a large suv and we followed them to Fl and back and it cost me more for gas! She has a Traverse. Never again.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 1.0
Interior 1.0
Performance 1.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 2.0
Reliability 3.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Transporting family
Does not recommend this car

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It’s Good & It’s Not So

August 22, 2022

By Billil from Vernon,Ct

Owns this car

I purchased a new 21 Limited with the Advanced Tech package And Limited Grade All Weather package. Its very very loud under acceleration. The highway pavement noise and wind noise are barely tolerable. I have a bad back the seats are fantastic and I have a bad back they are great on long trips. Constantly Averaging 28mpg it’s dependable and I know it will hold its value.

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