The Good
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 boasts exceptional reliability and fuel efficiency, appealing to practical buyers. It also delivers comfortable ride quality and a stylish, modern design. For emotional buyers, the Adventure and TRD Off-Road trims offer a rugged aesthetic and enhanced capabilities, while all trims provide a sense of safety and dependability.
The Bad
The 2023 RAV4's engine can feel underpowered at times, especially when fully loaded or accelerating uphill. The infotainment system, while functional, is not the most modern or intuitive. Some owners have reported wind noise at highway speeds. The base LE trim can feel spartan compared to higher trims.
2023 Toyota RAV4: Quick Overview
- Engine Options: 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Hybrid, 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Plug-in Hybrid (RAV4 Prime)
- Horsepower:
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder: 203 hp
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Hybrid: 219 hp (combined)
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Plug-in Hybrid: 302 hp (combined)
- Fuel Economy (MPG):
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (FWD): 27 City / 35 Hwy
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (AWD): 27 City / 34 Hwy
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Hybrid: 41 City / 38 Hwy
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Plug-in Hybrid: 94 MPGe (electric & gas combined)
- 0-60 Times:
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder: ~8.0 seconds
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Hybrid: ~7.4 seconds
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Plug-in Hybrid: ~5.5 seconds
- Towing Capacity:
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder: Up to 1,500 lbs
- Adventure & TRD Off-Road: Up to 3,500 lbs
- Hybrid: Up to 1,750 lbs
- Trim-Level Features:
- LE: Toyota Safety Sense 2.5, 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- XLE: Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Power Driver's Seat
- XLE Premium: SofTex-trimmed seats, Power Liftgate, Sunroof
- Adventure: Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD, more aggressive styling
- TRD Off-Road: Off-road suspension, all-terrain tires, skid plates
- Limited: Premium Audio, Heated Front Seats, Digital Rearview Mirror
2023 Toyota RAV4 Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2023 |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Category | - |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | - |
| Manufacturing City | - |
Dimensions
| Doors | 4-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 2.5-L |
| Engine Size | 2.5L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | 8-Speed |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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How Does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Compare to Other Sport Utility Vehicle?
Ranks #43 SUV
| 1 | 2023 Toyota 4Runner | (5.0★) |
| 2 | 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid | (5.0★) |
| 3 | 2023 Lexus GX | (0.0★) |
| 4 | 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV | (0.0★) |
| 5 | 2024 Subaru Crosstrek | (5.0★) |
| 6 | 2024 BMW iX | (0.0★) |
| 7 | 2023 Ford Bronco Sport | (3.0★) |
| 8 | 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB | (0.0★) |
| 9 | 2024 Chevrolet Trax | (5.0★) |
| 10 | 2023 Audi A4 allroad | (0.0★) |
| 11 | 2023 Hyundai Kona N | (0.0★) |
| 12 | 2023 Nissan ARIYA | (5.0★) |
| 43 | 2023 Toyota RAV4 | (5.0★) |
Final Verdict: Is the 2023 Toyota RAV4 a Good Sport Utility Vehicle?
Matt on June 3, 2024
Radio interface is terrible; oftentimes there is 30-60Radio interface is terrible; oftentimes there is 30-60 second delay in the radio turning on to a station; Apple CarPlay always overrides radio station and I have to go through the cumbersome process of getting to radio. A smaller issue but the plastic rear seat covers do not stay attached to back side of the seats. These protect the back of the rear seats but are always coming loose; velcro is not nearly sufficient. Paid a lot of money for these things to be such failures. Just does not seem to be the typical high-quality that I am used to from Toyota.
Mr. Munsters on January 9, 2024
Radio turns 2023 Rav4 to a DO NOT BUYComparing our old 2022 Rav4 against our new 2023. Wish we kept the 2022. The 2022 was more comfortable. The driver seat on the 2023 feels like there is a bundle of fabric on the rear of the seat. The radio of the 2023 is a piece of junk. It is enough to NOT buy the car. That bad. Loses sync with the phone. Radio goes to mute after phone call and requires car to be shut off the reset. Hard to see what channel the radio is on. Many more problems. Bottom line is if you don't listen to your radio the 2023 Rav4 is fine...if not DO NOT BUY
KAP on January 3, 2024
Make sure you love this before purchasing.Yes but realize the seats are not comfortable for long road trips and the front seats are at least one - 1.5 inches shorter than most other cars. The radio is beyond difficult to operate and once ONE phone is paired with the car - other phones cannot be paired, and finding simple radio stations is excruciating painful. Zero logic. Also this auto shows time on the center console and the only temperature reading is on the drivers speedometer screen. And the front door handles are located on the front of the interior door so if you have a purse or child or package in one hand - finding the handle to close the door is awkward, heavy and not functional. Overall not a bad car but for the price - I would have thought Toyota could have done a much better job.
Ross on November 6, 2023
CarPlay and Toyota Drive Connect IssueI recently purchased a 2023 RAV4 Hybrid and love the car in general. That said, I have one major complaint. Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, I was using my iPhone connected to the Multi-media screen through CarPlay, when the iPhone maps app disappeared and I got a splash screen saying “Experience Toyota Drive Connect.†There was no way to exit this screen apart from pulling over and restarting the car and reconnecting the iPhone. I googled this issue and saw various possible solutions, but none worked. I called Toyota and after multiple delays, was told that the only way to get rid of this screen is to purchase a subscription to “Go Anywhere†which includes Drive Connect and Remote Connect. The cost is $15 per month, plus whatever tax you pay in your locale. While Go Anywhere has some nice features, it should be an option, not a mandated purchase to utilize CarPlay. It seems to me that this is essentially extortion, forcing owners to purchase a subscription in order to use CarPlay. This is beneath the high standards of Toyota. I’m sure that Toyota could disable this splashscreen easily should they so desire.
Katelynn on October 20, 2023
Great serviceWent to the dealership for my first service. Dawn Thomas was my advisor. She did a fantastic job of explaining the process and what to expect in the future. Thanks Dawn
Toyota Fan on August 15, 2023
Love my Rav4I love my Rav4. It's not only fun to drive but is a sharp looking vehicle. It has plenty of room for passengers as well as our 2 dogs.
Fred Hertel on July 19, 2023
Great car with only a few minor shortcomingsBeautiful, well running car. Excellent mileage, quiet, with comfortable ride. Lots of advanced safety features. I miss the CD player, and radio is too complicated—user friendliness could be better.
Indi on May 15, 2023
Interior scratches super easyThe interior scratches VERY easily. A complete waste of money. I have had cheaper cars in the past that were almost impossible to scratch on the inside. I’ve only owned mine for a week and I am seriously considering trading it in. If I wanted a car that you had to be super gentle with I would’ve purchased a luxury vehicle.
Gunther on May 8, 2023
New Navigation System takes getting used toTraded a 2016 RAV 4 Hybrid Limited for gas 2023 RAV 4 XLE. It was a pain to get navigation system working w Apple car play. I like the old navigation map better, it showed more infor on highway exits. The SOS emergency call button service is something I now have. Don’t care for engine down cycle at stops but can switch it off. Gas mpg is 25 not 28 which is pretty good. Must push harder to close door. So overall I like the new RAV 4. Would have kept the Hybrid but getting close to the last year the big batteries under warranty.
Franklin WITT on May 7, 2023
Completely SatisfiedTraded my 2018 RAV4 XLE for 2023 RAV4 Premium the difference is day&night smooth ride more quiet a lot of performance cruise control works a lot better so far completely satisfied
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