2023 Toyota RAV4 AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
2023 Toyota RAV4 AWD

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City
27
MPG
Highway
33
MPG
Combined
29
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

25.9MPG average-10.6% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 29 MPG · Owner reported avg: 25.9 MPG

Driving mix: City 58% / Highway 43%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 25.9 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 29 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Regular
City
27
Hwy
33
Comb
29
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Automatic (S8)
Regular
City
25
Hwy
33
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,350

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
301 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
10.3 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.5L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,322/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,081/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,011/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,139/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,339/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,333/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,892/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,389/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,247/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,301/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 29 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2023 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability15.5%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
130
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History3

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems130 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 130 owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 AWD. Top reported issues include electrical system, steering and engine. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
32
Steering
25
Engine
23
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
17
Brakes
15
Power Train
10
Fuel System
9
Visibility / Wipers
9

2023 Toyota RAV4 AWD problems by category: Electrical System: 32 complaints, Steering: 25 complaints, Engine: 23 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 17 complaints, Brakes: 15 complaints, Power Train: 10 complaints, Fuel System: 9 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 9 complaints.

34
Crashes Reported
3
Fires Reported
23
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 11/26/2025ODI#11701720
I purchased my 2023 Toyota RAV4 new back on March 13,2023. 10 days later on March 23 it was raining as I pulled into BJ’s parking lot, I parked and began fumbling around getting my bag and keys toget…
Electrical SystemFiled: 07/01/2025ODI#11670424
My 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has had squeaky brakes for many months (from 4,000 miles onward and consistently continues to be an annoyance, nuisance, and safety hazard while intensifying in frequency), …
SteeringFiled: 05/08/2025ODI#11659811
After routine service at South Coast Toyota in Costa Mesa, CA, I unknowingly drove my 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid for over a week with two missing lug nuts and one extremely loose lug nut on the front pas…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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