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Used Toyota RAV4 V: the buying guide

SUV · since 2019 · Hybrid

✓ 31 sources cited · updated on 13 October 2026

Good choice, check first
Reliability
5.0/5
Estimated monthly cost
€523/month
Indicative prices
€26,700 – €45,300

4 known faults

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Toyota RAV4 V, front three-quarter view

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Verdict

Good choice, check first

Very well-protected hybrid SUV (5 Euro NCAP stars in 2019) and ranking very well in What Car? reliability surveys. Its rating is held back by three safety recalls covering specific batches (brake booster pump, front suspension arms, plug-in hybrid software): check that they have been carried out. The 12 V battery can also discharge if the car is driven little.

Reliability
5.0/5
Indicative prices
€26,700 – €45,300
Monthly cost
€523
Euro NCAP
5/5

Which version to choose

Versions to favour: Hybride 218, Hybride 222 AWD-i.

  • Hybride 218

    ✓ Recommended

    Hybrid · Automatic · 218 hp · 5.6 L/100 km · 126 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1

    2.5 hybrid, front-wheel drive (2WD), continuously variable automatic gearbox. 580 L boot.

  • Hybride 222 AWD-i

    ✓ Recommended

    Hybrid · Automatic · 222 hp · Crit'Air 1

    2.5 hybrid with an additional electric motor on the rear axle (AWD-i all-wheel drive). 0 to 100 km/h in 8.1 s; 580 L boot.

  • Plug-in Hybrid 306

    Hybrid · Automatic · 306 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Four-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid that arrived in France in early 2021, with an 18.1 kWh battery. 520 L boot, the battery being housed under the floor.

Market prices

€26,700 – €45,300

Indicative range: 2019 to 2026, yearly medians of 1009 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).

Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.

Known faults

12 V battery discharging

Severity 1/3 · Annoying

Owners of 2019 hybrid RAV4s report a 12 V auxiliary battery found flat, sometimes after only a few weeks without driving; it is only recharged when the car is in "Ready" mode. Some have been replaced under warranty, and a heavily discharged battery can prevent the boot from opening (Toyota Owners Club). What Car? cites the battery among the few complaints from owners.

Versions
Hybride 218, Hybride 222 AWD-i
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Defective brake booster pump (recall)

Manufacturer recall

On hybrid RAV4s built in spring 2019 (26 April to 31 May 2019 according to the Australian recall), badly formed brushes can block the brake booster pump motor: brake assistance and stability control can then be lost, with warning lights coming on. Toyota replaces the pump free of charge (CarAdvice, Green Car Reports, What Car?).

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
Hybride 218, Hybride 222 AWD-i
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Cracked front suspension arms (recall)

Manufacturer recall

On RAV4s built between 25 September and 26 October 2019, the lower front suspension arms can crack, then break and separate from the wheel, with a risk of loss of control. The steel came from a batch supplied by Nippon Steel. Toyota replaces both arms free of charge (Car-recalls.eu, Auto123, What Car?).

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
Hybride 218, Hybride 222 AWD-i
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Plug-in hybrid shutting down in cold weather (recall)

Manufacturer recall

On plug-in hybrid RAV4s built between late November 2019 and June 2021, strong acceleration after a long drive in electric mode in cold weather can cause the battery voltage to drop: the hybrid system shuts down and the car loses drive. Toyota updates the hybrid control computer's software at the workshop (Car-recalls.eu, Vi Bilägare, ÖAMTC, Jalopnik).

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
Plug-in Hybrid 306
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

All faults by version and mileage →

Manufacturer recalls

See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Toyota RAV4”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.

Real monthly cost

Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated

Monthly cost by item
Fuel or electricity€138
Insurance€57
Maintenance€48
Depreciation€280
Total per month€523

⚠ Estimates to treat with caution

  • Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
  • Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
Fuel (petrol)€138

Hybride 218 version: combined consumption of 5.6 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.

5.6 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €138

Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.

Insurance€57

Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.

Maintenance€48

Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.

Depreciation€280

Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.

Inspection checklist

Things to check

  • Have Toyota check, using the serial number, that the recalls have been carried out: brake booster pump (spring 2019), front suspension arms (autumn 2019) and hybrid software (plug-in hybrid 2019-2021).
  • Have the 12 V battery tested and check that the car switches to "Ready" mode without hesitation, especially if it has been driven little.
  • Check that no brake, stability control or hybrid system warning light stays on.
  • On the plug-in hybrid: carry out a full charge to check the socket and the charger.
  • Check the service book and require the complete history.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Have the recalls (braking, front suspension, hybrid software) been carried out? Do you have the proof?
  • Has the 12 V battery already been replaced, or has the car already refused to start?
  • Was the servicing carried out in the Toyota network, and was the car driven regularly?

Test-drive tip: read the fault codes

A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.

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Electric or hybrid equivalent

No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost

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Reliability
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Fuel types
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Ford Kuga

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Buy with care
Price
€13,400 – €30,500
Reliability
not rated
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid

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Nissan Qashqai

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Buy with care
Price
€9,000 – €18,490
Reliability
3/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

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Renault Austral

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Buy with care
Price
€25,300 – €31,500
Reliability
3.5/5
Fuel types
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Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Toyota RAV4 V (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Toyota RAV4 5 reliable?

It ranks very well in What Car? reliability surveys, and its owners report few problems, mainly the battery and the suspension. Three safety recalls have nevertheless targeted specific batches (brake booster pump, front suspension arms, plug-in hybrid software): check that they have been carried out.

What is the boot capacity of the Toyota RAV4 5?

580 litres for the 2.5 hybrid, in 2WD or 4WD, and 520 litres for the plug-in hybrid.

What is the difference between the hybrid RAV4 and the plug-in hybrid RAV4?

The hybrid produces 218 hp in front-wheel drive or 222 hp in AWD-i all-wheel drive. The plug-in hybrid, which arrived in France in early 2021, reaches 306 hp with four-wheel drive and an 18.1 kWh battery, rechargeable from a socket.

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