2020 Toyota RAV4 (variant 2) MPG & Specs

Quick answer

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 gets an EPA-estimated 28/35 MPG (city/highway) and 30 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,050/year fuel cost and 290 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2.5 L 4-cyl.

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 with the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 28 MPG in the city and 35 MPG on the highway, for a combined 30 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.

Key EPA specifications
Engine2.5 L 4-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
MPG — city28
MPG — highway35
MPG — combined30
Annual fuel cost*$2,050
CO₂ tailpipe290 g/mi
EPA GHG score7/10
*Estimated annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles/year at recent average fuel prices (EPA). Figures are official EPA estimates; real-world mileage varies.

How efficient is it?

With a combined 30 MPG, the 2020 Toyota RAV4 sits in the good range for fuel economy. That is roughly 15% thirstier than the typical Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD of its era (35 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.

Fuel economy and running costs

At about $2,050 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2020 Toyota RAV4. Over five years that is roughly $10,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.

Emissions

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 emits approximately 290 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 7 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.

How to read these numbers

EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2020 Toyota RAV4?
The 2020 Toyota RAV4 gets an EPA-estimated 28 MPG city, 35 MPG highway, and 30 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Toyota RAV4 per year?
The EPA estimates about $2,050 per year in fuel for the 2020 Toyota RAV4, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year at recent average fuel prices.
What engine and transmission does the 2020 Toyota RAV4 have?
This 2020 Toyota RAV4 configuration uses a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with Automatic (S8) transmission and Front-Wheel Drive.