2018 Toyota RAV4 Specs
The 2018 RAV4, the last year of the fourth generation, comes with a 176 hp 2.5L four-cylinder and a 6-speed automatic with front- or all-wheel drive, or as the RAV4 Hybrid with 194 hp combined and standard all-wheel drive. The Adventure AWD tows up to 3,500 lb; most other trims 1,500 lb.
2 versions · 4th gen (XA40) · Updated Oct 2026
- Oil capacity
- 4.6 qt
- by version ↓
- Tire size
- P225/65R17
- MPG combined
- 26–32 mpg
Versions #versions
Compare versions #compare
| 2.5L 4-Cylinder | 2.5L Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 176 hp | 194 hp |
| Torque | 172 lb-ft | — |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | Electronically controlled CVT |
| Oil capacity | 4.6 qt | 4.6 qt |
| Tire size | P225/65R17 | P225/65R17 |
| MPG combined | 26 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Curb weight | 3,455 lb | 3,925 lb |
Recalls #recalls
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Replacement battery may not fit the tray
NHTSA 23V734000 · Nov 1, 2023 · 12-volt battery
Some replacement 12-volt batteries may not sit properly in the tray, so the battery can move, touch the hold-down bracket and short circuit.
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Load capacity label may be wrong
NHTSA 19V503000 · Jun 28, 2019 · Load capacity label
Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling certain vehicles with factory-installed floor mats; the load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect, which can lead to overloading.
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Load capacity label may be wrong
NHTSA 17V831000 · Dec 20, 2017 · Load capacity label
The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect.
FAQ
What is the lug nut torque on a 2018 Toyota RAV4?
Toyota specifies 76 lb-ft (103 N·m) for the wheel nuts.
How much can a 2018 RAV4 tow?
1,500 lb on most gasoline trims, 2,900 lb for the FWD Adventure and 3,500 lb for the AWD Adventure; the RAV4 Hybrid tows 1,750 lb.
How big is the gas tank on a 2018 RAV4?
15.9 gallons; the RAV4 Hybrid holds 14.8 gallons.
Sources: 2018 Toyota RAV4 Owner's Manual (OM0R012U), 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Owner's Manual (OM42B81U), 2018 Toyota RAV4 Warranty & Maintenance Guide, 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Warranty & Maintenance Guide, 2018 Toyota RAV4 brochure (horsepower, torque, trim tires, curb weight, towing), EPA fueleconomy.gov, NHTSA recalls. Updated Oct 2026.