Toyota RAV4 is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2015 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.5L Inline-4 engine that produces 176 horsepower. Toyota RAV4 has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2015 RAV4 has a relatively short wheelbase ( 104.7 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier with curb weight of 3435 - 3610 lbs.
2015 RAV4 seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - shoulders - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on legs and hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, RAV4 falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room.
Trim | 2015 RAV4 LE | 2015 RAV4 XLE | 2015 RAV4 Limited |
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Starging MSRP | $23,680 | $25,240 | $28,450 |
Engine | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 |
HP | 176 hp | 176 hp | 176 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
Highway | 31 MPG | 31 MPG | 31 MPG |
Combined | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
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2015 RAV4 SUV comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $417 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, RAV4 has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 25.5 mpg.
2015 RAV4 SUV has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed two hundred and thirty-seven complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also four recalls issued by Toyota, which by itself is a relatively low number.