2022 Toyota RAV4 MPG
The 2022 Toyota RAV4 gets 25–27 mpg in the city and 32–35 on the highway (28–30 combined), across the 6 gasoline versions the EPA rated.
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 hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions, the best at 40 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2021 model.
| 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 Prime 4WD | 2.5 L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 40 | 36 | 38 | Regular Gas and Electricity · 72 g CO₂/mi |
| RAV4 | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 296 g CO₂/mi |
| RAV4 | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 292 g CO₂/mi |
| RAV4 AWD LE | 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 | 27 | 33 | 29 | Regular · 301 g CO₂/mi |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | Regular · 319 g CO₂/mi |
| RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 32 | 28 | Regular · 323 g CO₂/mi |
2022 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 2022 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.
2022 Toyota RAV4 specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2022 Toyota RAV4: 2.5 L 4-cyl, 2.5 L 4-cyl hybrid and 2.5 L 4-cyl plug-in 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 | 6 |
| 2.5 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 2.5 L plug-in hybrid | 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2022 Toyota RAV4 problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 176 owner complaints about the 2022 Toyota RAV4.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (18% of component mentions), followed by engine (11%) and structure (8%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 35 complaints a year: fewer than the 2021 (84 a year) and the 2023 (58 a year).
That ranks 7th of 17 Toyota RAV4 model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 176, 19 mention a crash and 11 an injury, and none report a fire.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 48 | 18% |
| Unknown or other | 44 | 16% |
| Engine | 29 | 11% |
| Structure | 22 | 8% |
| Steering | 20 | 7% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 19 | 7% |
| Power train | 14 | 5% |
| Air bags | 11 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 4% |
| Service brakes | 11 | 4% |
| Lane departure | 8 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 3% |
| Seat belts | 5 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 2% |
| Visibility | 3 | 1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | <1% |
| Suspension | 2 | <1% |
| Tires | 2 | <1% |
| Wheels | 2 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the infotainment system continuously rebooted at startup and while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera image was brief and intermittent. …
I was driving through pretty heavy rain for about 65 miles. When I got to my destination, I was idling in the car for a few minutes when the car started to shake. I turned the car off. …
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front driver's side door. …
2022 Toyota RAV4 recalls
The 2022 Toyota RAV4 has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 23V478000 from July 2023, concerns electrical system.
22V519000 · July 21, 2022 · Air bags
Problem: The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that may cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | RAV4 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V478000 | July 12, 2023 | Electrical system | 2021–2022 |
| 22V239000 | April 13, 2022 | Electronic stability control (esc) | 2021–2022 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 4 versions of the 2022 Toyota RAV4; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| HYBRID SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PRIME SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★☆ |
| 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 2022 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2022 Ford Escape (30 mpg), 2022 Honda CR-V (30 mpg) and 2022 Subaru Forester (29 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 40 | 905 | 112 | 8 |
| 2020 | 40 | 649 | 92 | 6 |
| 2021 | 40 | 510 | 84 | 5 |
| 2022 | 40 | 176 | 35 | 3 |
| 2023 | 40 | 236 | 58 | 3 |
| 2024 | 39 | 206 | 67 | 4 |
Every Toyota RAV4 model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2022 RAV4 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 has 35 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (7th most of 17 model years), 3 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 40 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2022 RAV4 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (48), engine (29) and structure (22). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2022 RAV4 have?
NHTSA lists 3 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 2022 RAV4 get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 28–30 mpg combined (25–27 city, 32–35 highway). The hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions reach up to 40 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 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).