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2015 Toyota RAV4

The 2015 Toyota RAV4 is a compact SUV, rated at 26 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

2015 Toyota RAV4
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Combined MPG
26
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$30,000
Recalls
4

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Model year2015
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.5 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG23
Highway MPG30
Combined MPG26
CO₂ tailpipe344 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2400

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
RAV426 MPG combined
RAV4 AWD25 MPG combined
RAV4 LE/XLE26 MPG combined
RAV4 Limited AWD24 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City23 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined26 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

RAV426 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 19% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$528/mo
Amount financed
$27,000
Total interest
$4,697
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5-year fuel cost
$7,731

$1,546/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG26
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (4)

  • EQUIPMENT14V828000 · 2014-12-30

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.

    Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

  • TRAILER HITCHES15V011000 · 2015-01-16

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Toyota Rav4 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2013, to December 29, 2014, and equipped with an accessory trailer light module. The software within the module may incorrectly detect an electrical short and preventively turn off the electrical current and the trailer lights.

    Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer light module with a new unit with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-15A.

  • STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM15V144000 · 2015-03-13

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 vehicles. A component of the electric power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Over time, this damage may result in failure of the electric power steering system.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number of the EPS ECU or steering column assembly. If the number is within the affected range, the EPS ECU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY23V734000 · 2023-11-01

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles. Certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2015 Toyota RAV4?

The 2015 Toyota RAV4 is EPA-rated at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway).

Is the 2015 Toyota RAV4 reliable?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Toyota RAV4. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2015 Toyota RAV4?

The 2015 Toyota RAV4 earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Toyota RAV4?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2015 Toyota RAV4 costs roughly $1,546 per year to fuel, or about $7,731 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2015 Toyota RAV4?

The 2015 Toyota RAV4 is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC