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Fuel economy details

Toyota RAV4 2024

EPA fuel-economy estimates for 3 versions of this vehicle. The overview shows the published range; open each version to compare its powertrain and operating estimates.

28–30published combined MPG
25–27 / 33–35published city / highway MPG
$2,050–$2,200estimated annual fuel-cost range

How to use these estimates

EPA ratings use standardized city and highway tests, making them a useful starting point for comparing similar vehicles. For model years with several versions, choose the powertrain that matches the vehicle you are considering before relying on a rating.

Your actual fuel or electricity use can vary with weather, payload, driving style, maintenance, and local prices.

Configuration comparison

What changes across the published versions

These 3 EPA configurations are listed for this model year. Compare the exact powertrain before relying on a single rating.

Highest combined ratingSIDI & PFI · Automatic (S8) reaches 30 combined MPG.
Lowest estimated annual costSIDI & PFI · Automatic (S8) is listed at $2,050 per year.
Published range28–30 combined MPG, a difference of 2.

Estimated annual fuel costs differ by up to $150 across the published configurations.

SIDI & PFI · Automatic (S8)

30 combined MPG
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Tailpipe CO₂292 g/mi
EPA base modelRAV4
Start-stop systemYes

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
6
EPA greenhouse gas score
6
Estimated annual petroleum use
9.9 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
saves $750

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 49 EPA records from 2024 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 67%
Combined MPG vs median
2 MPG above the class median.
Annual cost vs median
$150 lower than the class median.

SIDI & PFI · Automatic (S8)

28 combined MPG
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
DriveAll-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Tailpipe CO₂319 g/mi
EPA base modelRAV4

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
6
EPA greenhouse gas score
6
Estimated annual petroleum use
10.6 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
about the same

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 116 EPA records from 2024 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 74%
Combined MPG vs median
3 MPG above the class median.
Annual cost vs median
$250 lower than the class median.

SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start · Automatic (S8)

29 combined MPG
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
DriveAll-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Tailpipe CO₂301 g/mi
EPA base modelRAV4
Start-stop systemYes

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
6
EPA greenhouse gas score
6
Estimated annual petroleum use
10.3 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
saves $500

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 116 EPA records from 2024 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 82%
Combined MPG vs median
4 MPG above the class median.
Annual cost vs median
$350 lower than the class median.

NHTSA safety recalls

Recall information for this model year

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for this 2024 Toyota RAV4. A VIN is required to confirm whether a specific vehicle is affected.

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTIONCampaign 25V744000

Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELCampaign 25V595000

Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.

Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at…

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPERCampaign 24V911000

Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 RAV4 and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles. Some of the bolts that secure the front brake caliper and the wheel hub bearing may be loose, which can result in a damaged caliper brake hose or possible wheel detachment.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the front brake caliper mounting bracket and hub bearing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA14 and 24LA08.

Source: NHTSA recall data, last checked August 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA before taking action.

Where these numbers come from

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. This page was last updated on August 15, 2026. Learn more about how we use vehicle data.