Toyota RAV4 is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2016 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.5L Inline-4 engine that produces 176 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $2,200 to $2,400, which over the course of five years will cost you $1,500 in extra fuel spending. Toyota RAV4 has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2016 RAV4 has a relatively long wheelbase ( 104.7 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3455 - 3630 lbs.
2016 RAV4 seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, RAV4 falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is larger than average among its peers with 38.4 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 RAV4 LE | 2016 RAV4 XLE | 2016 RAV4 SE | 2016 RAV4 Limited |
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Starging MSRP | $24,350 | $26,270 | $29,265 | $31,510 |
Engine | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 |
HP | 176 hp | 176 hp | 176 hp | 176 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 23 MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
Highway | 29 - 30 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
Combined | 25 - 26 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,200 - $2,300 | $2,200 - $2,300 | $2,200 - $2,300 | $2,200 - $2,300 |
2016 RAV4 SUV comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $1,184 more compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, RAV4 has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 25 mpg.
2016 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 one hundred and eighty complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by Toyota, which by itself is a relatively low number.