2019 Toyota RAV4 MPG
Across its 3 EPA-rated gasoline versions, the 2019 Toyota RAV4 returns 25–27 mpg city, 33–35 highway and 28–30 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 30 mpg combined. At the other end, the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive manages 28 mpg combined, 2 mpg less. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 40 mpg combined. That is 4 mpg better than the best gasoline 2018 version (26 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 Hybrid AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 41 | 38 | 40 | Regular · 223 g CO₂/mi |
| RAV4 | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 302 g CO₂/mi |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 34 | 30 | Regular · 296 g CO₂/mi |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | Regular · 317 g CO₂/mi |
2019 Toyota RAV4 fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2019 Toyota RAV4 costs about $2,180 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (30 mpg combined), or roughly 15 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (28 mpg combined) comes to about $2,330 a year, $160 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2019 Toyota RAV4 specs
The EPA lists 2 engine choices for the 2019 Toyota RAV4: 2.5 L 4-cyl and 2.5 L 4-cyl hybrid. It came with continuously variable (CVT) and automatic transmissions, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Small Sport Utility Vehicle" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L | 4 | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 2.5 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2019 Toyota RAV4 problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 905 owner complaints about the 2019 Toyota RAV4.
Fuel/propulsion system is the most-reported area (22% of component mentions), followed by engine (17%) and electrical system (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 112 complaints a year: more than the 2018 (38 a year) and the 2020 (92 a year).
No other Toyota RAV4 model year from 2008 to 2024 has more complaints per year on sale.
Of the 905, 28 mention a crash, 3 a fire and 19 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 266 | 22% |
| Engine | 207 | 17% |
| Unknown or other | 170 | 14% |
| Electrical system | 104 | 9% |
| Structure | 91 | 8% |
| Power train | 82 | 7% |
| Air bags | 47 | 4% |
| Service brakes | 37 | 3% |
| Steering | 33 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 30 | 2% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 24 | 2% |
| Suspension | 17 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 16 | 1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 15 | 1% |
| Seats | 12 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 10 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 8 | <1% |
| Visibility | 7 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 6 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 5 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 5 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | <1% |
| Wheels | 4 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | <1% |
| Shell carry handle | 2 | <1% |
| Padding insert | 2 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Diesel fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Other/i am not sure | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Vehicle consistently accepts only approximately 9–10 gallons of fuel when the fuel gauge indicates empty, resulting in significantly reduced driving range. Issue has been widely reported by other Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners and appears related to fuel tank design. …
Component: Engine — Engine Cooling System — Coolant Pump Summary: The electric water pump on my 2019 Toyota RAV4 failed prematurely at 64273 miles. The check engine light illuminated with diagnostic trouble code P26CB (Engine Coolant Pump Performance/Stuck Off). …
The rear hatch hinges are undersized causing them to fail and undue stress on the motor.
2019 Toyota RAV4 recalls
The 2019 Toyota RAV4 has been the subject of 8 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 20V682000 from November 2020, concerns gasoline fuel system.
Equipment accounts for 2 of the 8 campaigns, more than any other area.
19V576000 · August 6, 2019 · Back over prevention
Problem: Due to a damaged electrical connector, the back-up camera may not activate when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk: If the backup camera system does not activate and the driver does not check his/her surroundings while reversing, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the back-up camera system and replace the audio display unit, if necessary, free of charge.
19V544000 · July 24, 2019 · Service brakes, Electronic stability control (esc)
Problem: The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system and a loss of braking assist. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or a loss of braking assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster pump, free of charge.
19V244000 · March 27, 2019 · Equipment
Problem: The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | RAV4 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V682000 | November 4, 2020 | Gasoline fuel system | 2019–2020 |
| 20V373000 | June 24, 2020 | Steering | 2019–2020 |
| 20V286000 | May 20, 2020 | Suspension | 2019–2020 |
| 20V064000 | February 6, 2020 | Engine and engine cooling | 2019–2020 |
| 19V503000 | June 28, 2019 | Equipment | 2017–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 3 versions of the 2019 Toyota RAV4; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hybrid SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Toyota RAV4s can be compared fairly. Among other 2019 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2019 Honda CR-V (30 mpg), 2019 Mazda CX-5 (29 mpg) and 2019 Nissan Rogue (29 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 32 | 257 | 23 | 3 |
| 2017 | 32 | 321 | 32 | 3 |
| 2018 | 32 | 348 | 38 | 3 |
| 2019 | 40 | 905 | 112 | 8 |
| 2020 | 40 | 649 | 92 | 6 |
| 2021 | 40 | 510 | 84 | 5 |
| 2022 | 40 | 176 | 35 | 3 |
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FAQ
Is the 2019 RAV4 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2019 Toyota RAV4 has 112 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the most of its 17 model years), 8 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 40 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2019 RAV4 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are fuel/propulsion system (266), engine (207) and electrical system (104). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2019 RAV4 have?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 RAV4 get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 28–30 mpg combined (25–27 city, 33–35 highway). The hybrid version reaches up to 40 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 RAV4 per year?
About $2,180 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,330 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).