2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid
$28,500 – $41,675 MSRP across 9 builds, plus $1,215 destination
From $631/month — $31,882 out the door in Austin, Texas, 60 months at 7% APR, nothing down.
Starting at $28,500 for the Hybrid LE AWD, the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid pairs 219 hp with 40 mpg combined. The 7-trim lineup adds Hybrid XLE Premium, SE and XSE for 2021, while maximum output rises from 219 hp in 2020 to 302 hp. The XSE starts at $41,675.
Key Specifications
- Horsepower
- 219 hp
- Torque
- 163 lb-ft
- Combined MPG
- 40 mpg
- Max towing
- 1,750 lb
- Max payload
- 1,230 lb
- Seating
- 5
- Cargo volume (seats up)
- 37.6 cu ft
- Curb weight
- 3,710 lb
Base build: Hybrid LE AWD (Natl) *Ltd Avail*. Figures vary by build — see each trim.
2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid trims
Each trim comes in one or more builds — drivetrain, cab and bed choices with their own price and weight. Compare ticks the trim's base build; every build is listed below.
Across all 9 builds
- Horsepower
- 219–302 hp
- Torque
- 163–165 lb-ft
- Combined MPG
- 38–40 mpg
- Electric range
- 42 mi
- Max towing
- 1,750–2,500 lb
- Max payload
- 1,140–1,230 lb
- Curb weight
- 3,690–4,300 lb
- Seating
- 5
- Cargo volume (seats up)
- 33.4–37.6 cu ft
Buying a used 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid
- Price when new
- $28,500 – $41,675
- MSRP, plus $1,215 destination
Figures are as published when the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid was new; a used car's price depends on its mileage, condition and history. Before you buy, check the car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether its recall repairs were done.
2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid Specifications & Features
Specifications of the Hybrid LE AWD (Natl) *Ltd Avail* build. Figures for other trims are on their individual pages.
2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid builds & prices (9)
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2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid recalls (5)
NHTSA safety recall campaigns issued for the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether a specific car has had the remedy applied.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATIONDec 19, 2023 NHTSA 23V865000 · 999,901 vehicles
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTERJul 11, 2023 NHTSA 23V478000 · 43,442 vehicles
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.
Risk: A short circuit can cause the DC-DC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB07/23LB01.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU)Feb 1, 2023 NHTSA 23V041000 · 16,679 vehicles
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 RAV4 Prime Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. During certain cold weather driving conditions, while driving in EV Mode, the hybrid vehicle control engine control unit (HEV ECU) software may cause the hybrid system to shut down if the accelerator is rapidly pressed to further accelerate the vehicle, resulting in a stall.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the HEV ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA01.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWAREApr 12, 2022 NHTSA 22V239000 · 458,110 vehicles
Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSNov 11, 2020 NHTSA 20V698000 · 413 vehicles
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 RAV4 Prime vehicles. The headlight aiming caps may have been improperly closed, allowing for horizontal adjustment of the headlight beam. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Adjusting the horizontal headlight beam can increase glare, reducing the visibility of an oncoming driver or the vehicle operator, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will close the aiming caps on the headlights, free of charge. The recall began January 6, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA15.
2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid FAQ
- How much did the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid cost new?
- The 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid started at $28,500 MSRP for the Hybrid LE AWD (Natl) *Ltd Avail* and went up to $41,675 for the XSE (Natl). A $1,215 destination charge was added to every build.
- What trims does the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid come in?
- The 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid comes in 7 trims: Hybrid LE, Hybrid XLE, Hybrid XLE Premium, Hybrid XSE, Hybrid Limited, SE and XSE, across 9 builds.
- How much horsepower does the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid have?
- The 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid makes 219–302 hp, depending on the build. The engine is 2.5L Gas/Electric I-4.
- What gas mileage does the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid get?
- The 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid is rated at 38–40 mpg combined, depending on the build.
- Does the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid come with all-wheel drive?
- Yes. The 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid is offered with AWD.
- How much can the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid tow?
- The 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid is rated to tow 1,750–2,500 lb, depending on the build.
- How many people does the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid seat?
- The 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid seats 5.
- Does the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the remedy has been applied.
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Specifications, pricing and equipment from manufacturer data as published for the US market; recalls and crash ratings from NHTSA. Figures are as published at launch and may differ from a specific vehicle.