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2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 24–32 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2018. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 at a glance
The 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 covers 6 model years in the EPA database (27 configurations in all), rated 24–32 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2018, costs about $2,030 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl AWD (32 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas, hybrid and electric. EPA changed the ratings in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. The best combined rating in the generation, 32 MPG, was reached in 2016, 2017 and 2018.
2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–32 MPG | $2,030–$2,690 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–32 MPG | $2,030–$2,690 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–32 MPG | $2,030–$2,680 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 24–26 MPG | $2,500–$2,680 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Electric | 24–26 MPG, 76 MPGe | $1,210–$2,680 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas, Electric | 25–26 MPG, 76 MPGe | $1,210–$2,650 | First year |
What the 2018 LE/XLE 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$208
$2,500 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.17
Per 100 miles
$16.67
Five years
$12,500
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$460less a year
Class median $2,960 a year, MY2018
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Toyota RAV4 MPG
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,030.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE/XLE (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,500 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,570 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Limited AWD/SE | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,690 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 34 | 30 | 32 | $2,030 |
2017 Toyota RAV4 MPG
24–32 MPG · $2,030–$2,690/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,030.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE/XLE (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,500 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,570 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Limited AWD/SE | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,690 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 34 | 30 | 32 | $2,030 |
2016 Toyota RAV4 MPG
24–32 MPG · $2,030–$2,680/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 26 to 32 MPG, up 6. Its annual cost goes from $2,500 to $2,030, $470 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE/XLE (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,500 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,570 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Limited AWD/SE | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,680 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 34 | 30 | 32 | $2,030 |
2015 Toyota RAV4 MPG
24–26 MPG · $2,500–$2,680/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,500.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE/XLE (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,500 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,540 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Limited | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,680 |
2014 Toyota RAV4 MPG
24–26 MPG, 76 MPGe · $1,210–$2,680/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,500.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,500 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Limited | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,680 |
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV (Most efficient) | FWD | 44 | 76 | 103 mi | $1,210 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2013 Toyota RAV4 MPG
25–26 MPG, 76 MPGe · $1,210–$2,650/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,500 |
| RAV4 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 28 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Limited | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,650 |
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV (Most efficient) | FWD | 44 | 76 | 103 mi | $1,210 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the LE/XLE 2.5L 4-cyl FWD: $3,400 in California and $2,180 in Texas, a $1,220 difference.
- California $3,400
- Washington $3,150
- New York $2,500
- Florida $2,360
- Texas $2,180
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2018 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2000 (XA10)
- 2001-2005 (XA20)
- 2006-2012 (XA30)
- 2013-2018 (XA40)
- 2019-2025 (XA50)
- 2026 (XA60)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 get?
EPA rates the 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 at 24–32 MPG combined across 27 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2018 Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl AWD, is rated 32 MPG (34 city, 30 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 24–26 MPG; Hybrid: 32 MPG; Electric: 76 MPGe.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4?
The Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 32 MPG, in 2016, 2017 and 2018. The lowest top rating, 26 MPG, was in 2013, 2014 and 2015.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
How does the 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2006-2012 Toyota RAV4) is rated 21–24 MPG combined and costs $1,210–$3,110 a year to fuel; the 2013-2018 model is rated 24–32 MPG and costs $1,210–$2,690 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Toyota RAV4 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the LE/XLE 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,500 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $2,030–$2,690 a year. That is a $660 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2018 Toyota RAV4 100 miles?
About $16.67 per 100 miles for the LE/XLE 2.5L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $13.53 and $17.93 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2018 Toyota RAV4 compare with other small SUV configurations?
The LE/XLE 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,500 a year to fuel, $460 less than the class median of $2,960, and less than 8 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 223 rated small SUV configurations for MY2018, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2018 Toyota RAV4 hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl AWD) is rated 32 MPG against 26 MPG for the best gas version (LE/XLE 2.5L 4-cyl FWD), 6 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $2,030 versus $2,500 a year, a saving of $470.
Is the 2018 Toyota RAV4 different from the 2017 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,030. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2018 against 5 configurations for 2017. See the 2017 Toyota RAV4 for that year.