Toyota first revealed the RAV4 in 1994, and was originally similar in size to the Suzuki Vitara. Its original design made it look like an off-road vehicle, even though it drove and handled like a car. Though RAV is short for 'Recreational Activity Vehicle, Four-Wheel Drive', more recent iterations have been available with two-wheel drive for better fuel economy and lower emissions. Over five generations, Toyota has continued to change the vehicle's appearance, add more efficient powertrains - including self-charging hybrid and plug-in hybrid - and upgrade the interior.
771 Used Toyota RAV4 cars for sale
Toyota RAV42020 (70) - 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Design 5dr CVT 2WD
1£21,899
Finance available £457 pm
- 2.5L
- Miles
43.0K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Wilsons Used
Toyota RAV42015 - D-4D Business Edition 5-Door
38Low Mileage
£10,695
- 2L
- Miles
53.9K
- Diesel
- Manual
- SUV
Spencers Car Sales
Toyota RAV42016 (16) - 2.0 D-4D Business Edition 5dr 2WD
24Reduced
£6,995
Finance available £134 pm
- 2L
- Miles
139.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- SUV
Toyota RAV42022 (22) - 2.5 VVT-h GPF Excel SUV 5dr Petrol Hybrid CVT Euro 6 (s/s) (218 ps)
84Low Mileage
£28,300
Finance available £518 pm
- 2.5L
- Miles
23.7K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Big Motoring World Leeds
Toyota RAV42016 (16) - 2.5 VVT-h Excel CVT 4WD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
18£9,999
Finance available £201 pm
- 2.5L
- Miles
74.0K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Toyota RAV42025 - 2.5 PHEV GR Sport 5dr CVT
40£44,990
Finance available £904 pm
- 2.5L
- Miles
6.0K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Curtis Toyota Ballymena
Toyota RAV42003 (03) - 2.0 GX 5dr Auto
17Low Mileage
£3,195
Finance available £49 pm
- 2L
- Miles
113.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- SUV
D.A Wood Car Sales
Toyota RAV42012 (62) - 2.2 D-4D XT-R 4x4 5 DOOR
29Low Mileage
£6,495
Finance available £123 pm
- 2.2L
- Miles
82.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- SUV
Blackrock Motors
Toyota RAV42021 (71) - 2.5 VVT-h GPF Excel SUV 5dr Petrol Hybrid CVT Euro 6 (s/s) (218 ps) 8in Tou
38Low Mileage
£27,360
- 2.5L
- Miles
20.5K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Toyota RAV42019 (19) - 2.5 VVT-h Excel CVT Auto Euro 6(s/s) (215bhp) - *Sat Nav + Leather + Revers 5-Door
74Reduced
£19,393
Finance available £378 pm
- 2.5L
- Miles
52.1K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
MB Motor Group
Toyota RAV42021 - 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Excel 5dr CVT
27Low Mileage
£29,599
Finance available £626 pm
- 2.5L
- Miles
15.8K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Motorpoint Birmingham
Toyota RAV42006 (56) - 2.0 XT5 4WD 5dr
40Low Mileage
£3,495
Finance available £56 pm
- 2L
- Miles
130.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- SUV
Armada Autos
Toyota RAV42017 - 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Icon Auto - ONLY 61K - FULL TOYOTA SH - SAFETY SENSE PACK 5-Door
31£13,495
Finance available £279 pm
- 2.5L
- Miles
61.0K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
LEASE CARS DIRECT LTD
Toyota RAV42019 (69) - 2.5 VVT-h Dynamic CVT 4WD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
51£17,800
Finance available £345 pm
- 2.5L
- Miles
91.7K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable
Toyota RAV42019 (69) - 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Design 5dr CVT
19£20,485
- 2.5L
- Miles
75.4K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Listers Toyota Nuneaton
Toyota RAV42022 (71) - 2.5 PHEV Dynamic Premium 5dr CVT
49Reduced
£30,900
- 2.5L
- Miles
36.7K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Hofmanns
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Why buy a used Toyota RAV4?
If you're in the market for a car that is both reliable and practical, then a used Toyota RAV4 is a great choice. There are many equipment levels to choose from, and Toyota has included multiple high-tech features over the years. The car has a spacious interior and a large boot, making it ideal for family use, while the availability of both self-charging and plug-in hybrid powertrains gives it a unique position in the used car market.
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Pros
- Reliable and well made
- Good equipment levels
- Spacious interior
Cons
- Some cheap materials in the cabin
- Hybrid fuel efficiency is mediocre
- Not great to drive
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Used Toyota RAV4 buying guide
Engines and transmissions
Throughout its years, the RAV4 has been available with petrol, diesel and hybrid powertrains, paired with a manual or an automatic gearbox and front- or four-wheel drive.
Petrol- 2.5-litre works with an 88kW electric motor (front-wheel drive) and an optional second 40kW motor for the rear axle (four-wheel drive). This configuration provides 214bhp (front-wheel drive) or 218bhp (four-wheel drive).
- Plug-in hybrid version uses the same petrol engine with a larger battery pack for total power output to increase up to 301bhp, with an electric driving range of up to 46 miles.
- Older 148bhp 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine rated up to 43mpg.
- Older models have a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine rated at 140bhp.
- Diesel engines are the most economical non-hybrid, achieving 50-60mpg.
Practicality
Not only does the RAV4 have sufficient power for everyday driving, but it also benefits from having a comfortable interior, which makes it well-suited for a family.
Interior space- Driver's seat is very accommodating, with available height adjustment on passenger seat on the Excel trim.
- Rear seats offer space for adults, and seatbacks can be slightly tilted for comfort.
- ISOFIX points for child seats are placed behind fabric padding.
- 580-litre boot is larger than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
- Maximum of 1,690 litres of space with the rear seat folded down flat.
- Wide and flat boot has an adjustable floor.
- Three-door body available until the third generation.
- Five-door body available with every generation.
Safety
- Five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP in 2019.
- 93% adult occupancy rating.
- Standard safety kit includes adaptive cruise control, rear parking sensors, lane trace assist, a rearview camera and the pre-collision system.
Technology
- 8.0-inch infotainment system has crisp graphics and is easy to use.
- 7.0-inch driver gauge display gives quick access to vital information.
- Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto enhance connectivity.
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Different generations of used Toyota RAV4
Fifth Generation (2019 to Present)
With the release of the fifth generation, Toyota worked to give the RAV4 a bolder, more upmarket look. It came with swept-back headlights for a more angular appearance, as well as enlarged wheel arches. Its flat rear-end design was changed by a forward-raked C-pillar.
The interior also received some upgrades, with a floating touchscreen display design paired with the Toyota Entune 3.0 touchscreen multimedia system. A new plug-in hybrid engine option was also introduced.
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid - Petrol/Electric
- Engine Size:
- 2.5
- MPG:
- 47 - 282
- Acceleration:
- 6 - 8.4 seconds
- Boot space:
- 520 - 657 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
2.5 PHEV Design 5dr CVT
Cheapest
2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Icon 5dr CVT 2WD
Fastest
2.5 PHEV Design 5dr CVT
Fourth Generation (2013 to 2019)
For the fourth generation, Toyota raked the windshield differently to give the RAV4 more dynamic style. The company also removed the spare wheel from the tailgate, which had previously contributed to more of an off-road look. Overall, the SUV grew slightly longer, offering more cabin and luggage space for passengers.
In 2015, a slight refresh was released, mainly to shift the trim levels around with new equipment. Some upgraded materials were added to the cabin.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 2 - 2.5
- MPG:
- 39 - 60
- Acceleration:
- 8.4 - 10.7 seconds
- Boot space:
- 410 - 547 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Icon Tech TSS 5dr CVT 2WD
Cheapest
2.0 D-4D Active 5dr 2WD
Fastest
2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Icon 5dr CVT
Third Generation (2006 to 2012)
The longest-lived generation changed the lineup, removing the three-door version in favour of the RAV4 only being available in a five-door bodystyle. Curved lines met with sharper corners to create a unique appearance, blending typical off-road SUV looks with hatchback usability. There was also a protective engine shield added for navigating rough terrain.
A refreshed 2009 model improved the safety systems and drivetrain. Aside from the 4WD version that included a new Sport Appearance Package, protective moulds and improved rear step bumpers were added to every vehicle.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 2 - 2.2
- MPG:
- 31 - 49
- Acceleration:
- 9.3 - 12 seconds
- Boot space:
- 410 - 586 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
2.0 V-matic XT-R 5dr 2WD
Cheapest
2.0 VVT-i LE 5dr
Fastest
2.2 D-4D T180 5dr
Used Toyota RAV4 FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Toyota RAV4?
The hybrid configurations have been among the most popular RAV4s in the UK. It's easy to find one of the self-charging hybrid petrol engines in the used market, with the base 214bhp, 2.5-litre engine being the most popular among RAV4 owners.
Which are the most popular trim levels?
Newer RAV4s come in three trim levels: Design, Excel and GR Sport. Previous generations included trims such as Icon, Icon Tech, Active, Business Edition, Business Edition Plus, Dynamic and Dynamic Premium. Currently, the Excel is the most popular trim option for the Toyota RAV4, with leather seats, 18-inch alloy wheels and blind-spot monitoring being key selling points for this trim level.
What optional extras should I look out for?
Models with roof rails are helpful if you want to transport any extra gear, such as bikes or a roof box. You may also want to consider getting a model with an adjustable passenger seat for added comfort during longer drives.
Is the Toyota RAV4 a good family car?
Yes, the RAV4 has become a popular choice with families because of the efficient powertrains and the comfortable, spacious interior. With adequate back seat and boot space, the RAV4 would make an excellent vehicle for family duties.
Is there a hybrid version of the Toyota RAV4?
Yes, there are both self-charging hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of the RAV4 available to buy on the used market.
Is the Toyota RAV4 available as an automatic?
Yes, Toyota offered the RAV4 with both an automatic and manual gearbox. In the UK used car market, there are many more automatic models available than manual.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
Toyota created the RAV4 with either a front or an all-wheel drive configuration. There are nearly twice as many used models with four-wheel drive than with front, so that is the most popular option available.
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