2020 Toyota RAV4 Specs
The 2020 RAV4 covered here uses a 203 hp 2.5L four-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic and front- or all-wheel drive. It is EPA-rated at up to 30 mpg combined and tows up to 3,500 lb with the towing package. The RAV4 Hybrid adds electric motors for 219 hp combined, standard AWD and 40 mpg combined.
2 versions · 5th gen (XA50) · Updated Oct 2026
- Oil capacity
- 4.8 qt
- by version ↓
- Tire size
- 225/65R17
- MPG combined
- 30–40 mpg
Versions #versions
Compare versions #compare
| 2.5L 4-Cylinder | 2.5L Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 219 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | — |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | Electronically controlled CVT |
| Oil capacity | 4.8 qt | 4.8 qt |
| Tire size | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| MPG combined | 30 mpg | 40 mpg |
| Curb weight | 3,370 lb | — |
Recalls #recalls
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Occupant sensor may keep the passenger air bag from deploying
NHTSA 23V865000 · Dec 20, 2023 · Passenger air bag sensor
A short circuit can develop in the occupant classification sensor, which may stop the front passenger air bag from deploying.
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Driver air bag may have been damaged in production
NHTSA 20V734000 · Nov 25, 2020 · Driver air bag
The driver air bag may have been damaged during production and may not perform as designed in a crash.
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Low-pressure fuel pump may fail
NHTSA 20V682000 · Nov 4, 2020 · Fuel pump
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, which can stall the engine while driving.
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Water may cause loss of power steering assist
NHTSA 20V373000 · Jun 24, 2020 · Electric power steering
Water can enter through the steering gear box cover and cause a loss of electric power steering assist.
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Front lower suspension arms may crack
NHTSA 20V286000 · May 20, 2020 · Front lower control arm
The front lower suspension arms may crack and separate from the front wheel assembly, which can cause a loss of control.
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2.5L engine casting may crack and leak coolant
NHTSA 20V064000 · Feb 6, 2020 · Engine block (2.5L)
Porosity in the 2.5L engine castings can lead to cracks that leak coolant, which can overheat the engine and cause a stall.
FAQ
What is the lug nut torque on a 2020 Toyota RAV4?
Toyota specifies 76 lb-ft (103 N·m) for the wheel nuts.
How much can a 2020 RAV4 tow?
1,500 lb as standard and 3,500 lb with the towing package.
How big is the gas tank on a 2020 RAV4?
14.5 gallons.
Sources: 2020 Toyota RAV4 Owner's Manual, 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Owner's Manual, 2020 Toyota RAV4 brochure, EPA fueleconomy.gov, NHTSA recalls. Updated Oct 2026.