2021 Toyota RAV4 Fuel Economy

What is the MPG for a Toyota RAV4? The 2021 Toyota RAV gets up to 28 mpg city/35 mpg highway* on its standard engine and up to 41 mpg city/38 mpg highway* on its hybrid models. This means that no matter which RAV4 model St Charles drivers choose, they’ll be saving more on their fuel costs each year. The Toyota RAV4 gas mileage varies slightly by trim level, and the Toyota RAV4 Prime adds a plug-in hybrid option to the RAV4 trim levels. Learn more about the Toyota RAV4 MPG with Pappas Toyota below, then contact our team when you’re ready to go for a test drive!
2021 Toyota RAV4 Gas Mileage
The Toyota RAV4 gas mileage will vary depending on the trim level and model St Louis drivers choose. While the RAV4 fuel economy varies only slightly from trim to trim, features like driving modes and the option between an AWD and an FWD drivetrain will affect the RAV4 MPG. See the Toyota RAV4 gas mileage and RAV4 Hybrid MPG by trim level below:
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 LE: 27 mpg city/35 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 LE Hybrid: 41 mpg city/38 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE: 28 mpg city/35 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE Hybrid: 41 mpg city/38 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium: 28 mpg city/35 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium Hybrid: 41 mpg city/38 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 Adventure: 25 mpg city/33 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road: 25 mpg city/32 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 XSE Hybrid: 41 mpg city/38 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 Limited: 27 mpg city/35 mpg highway*
- 2021 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid: 41 mpg city/38 mpg highway*
2021 Toyota RAV4 Engine
The Toyota RAV4 boasts impressive MPG ratings thanks to its compact design and its powerful 2.45L engine. The standard Toyota RAV4 models are powered by a 2.5L Dynamic Force inline four-cylinder engine. This engine offers 203 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque for O'Fallon drivers to enjoy, while a Direct Shift eight-speed automatic transmission shifts effortlessly from gear to gear. In addition to its 2.5L engine, the Toyota RAV4 also comes with different drive modes for optional traction and efficiency. The three driving modes – Sport, Normal, and Eco – allow drivers to choose the best mode for the current weather, road conditions, and more so they get the most efficient performance out of their Toyota RAV4.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid MPG
St Louis drivers who are serious about their fuel consumption will find that the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid model has the fuel efficiency ratings they want. Each Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vehicle combines a traditional gas engine with cutting-edge electric power. With this hybrid engine set-up, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is able to switch between using electric power at low speeds and gas power when drivers are on faster roads. The high Toyota RAV4 Hybrid MPG ratings are due to its 2.5L Dynamic Force four-cylinder with a multi-electric motor assist engine. This engine produces 219 net combined horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque, along with 41 mpg city and 38 mpg highway* fuel economy. The RAV4 Hybrid also comes with an Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD), giving drivers added capability on their commute.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime
New in 2021, the Toyota RAV4 Prime is the latest plug-in hybrid in the Toyota family. Drivers who opt for this next-generation hybrid SUV can take advantage of the same features offered on the standard and hybrid Toyota RAV4 models – including Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) – while also enjoying the same cargo and passenger space. The Toyota RAV4 Prime is similarly powered by a 2.5L Dynamic Force four-cylinder engine and offers 302 net-combined horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque, along with 40 mpg city/ 36 mpg highway* and an electric driving range of 42 miles. If you’re ready to experience the next-generation of hybrid vehicles, the Toyota RAV4 Prime is ready to take you on a test drive.
Test Drive the 2021 RAV4 at Pappas Toyota
Now that you know more about the Toyota RAV4 gas mileage, engine, and the different RAV4 models available at Pappas Toyota, come take a test drive at our St. Peters showroom! Our friendly staff will help you find the right Toyota RAV4 model for your daily drives, and we’ll even help you save on your next purchase with our new vehicle specials. Come by today! We look forward to putting you behind the wheel of a new Toyota SUV!
*EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy
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