2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid Hybrid LE specs
At the bottom of the seven-trim lineup, the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid LE starts at $28,500 for the AWD build. Its 2.5L Gas/Electric I-4 produces 219 hp and returns 40 mpg combined. Stepping up to the Hybrid XLE costs $1,295 more and adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and proximity key with push-button start.
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
2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid Hybrid LE Specifications & Features
Specifications of the Hybrid LE AWD (Natl) *Ltd Avail* build. Pick another build above to see its figures.
How the 2 builds differ
Only the rows where builds disagree. Everything else is in the sheet above.
| Hybrid LE AWD (Natl) *Ltd Avail* | Hybrid LE AWD (Natl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Dimensions | ||
| Width (with mirrors) | 73 in | — |
| Cargo & Bed | ||
| Total interior volume | 136.4 cu ft | — |
| Weight & Capacities | ||
| Curb weight | 3,710 lb | 3,690 lb |
| GVWR | 4,920 lb | — |
| Towing & Payload | ||
| Max payload | 1,230 lb | — |
2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid Hybrid LE options, packages & colors
Factory pricing for Hybrid LE AWD (Natl) *Ltd Avail*. Dealer-installed accessories are priced by the dealer.
Packages (1)
- Blind Spot Monitor w/RCTABD$590
Exterior colors (6)
- Super White040Included
- Midnight Black Metallic218Included
- Silver Sky Metallic1D6Included
- Magnetic Gray Metallic1G3Included
- Blue Flame8W9Included
- Ruby Flare Pearl3T3Included
Interior (2)
- Black, Fabric Seat TrimFB20Included
- Nutmeg, Fabric Seat TrimFB40Included
Options (2)
- Special ColorPC$425
- Tonneau CoverTC$90
Dealer-installed accessories (21)
- Protection Package (TMS)Q2$543
- All Weather Liner Package (TMS)2T$269
- Carpet Mat Package (TMS)CF$269
- Wheel Locks (TMS)WL$65
- Body Side Molding (TMS)BM$209
- Mudguard (TMS)MF$129
- Running Board (TMS)RB$549
- Blackout Emblem Overlays (TMS)3J$175
- Paint Protection Film (TMS)3P$395
- Door Sill Protector (TMS)D9$199
- Door Edge Guard (TMS)D5$140
- Frameless HomeLink Mirror (TMS)GD$175
- All Weather Floor Liner (TMS)63$169
- Cargo LinerR5$100
- Preferred Accessory Package (Z1) (TMS)Z1$353
- Preferred Accessory Package (Z2) (TMS)Z2$353
- Roof Rack Cross Bars (TMS)3T$315
- Spider Cargo Net (TMS)GN$59
- Universal Tablet Holder (TMS)U7$99
- Preferred Owners Portfolio (TMS)DKIncluded
- First Aid Kit (TMS)3Z$25
2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid Hybrid LE standard equipment
Included on every Hybrid LE AWD (Natl) *Ltd Avail* as delivered.
Entertainment (6)
- Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System
- Radio: AM/FM Stereo -inc: 7.0" touch screen, 6 speakers, USB media port, hands-free phone capability, advanced voice recognition and music streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatible, SiriusXM w/3-month All Access trial, Connected Services Safety Connect w/1-year trial and Wi-Fi Connect w/up to 2GB within 3-month trial
- 6 Speakers
- Integrated Roof Antenna
- Wireless Phone Connectivity
- 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Exterior (23)
- Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Silver Aluminum Alloy
- Tires: 225/65R17 AS
- Steel Spare Wheel
- Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
- Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Black Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
- Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Black Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
- Fixed Rear Window w/Wiper and Defroster
- Deep Tinted Glass
- Fixed Interval Wipers
- Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
- Lip Spoiler
- Black Grille w/Body-Color Surround
- Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
- LED Brakelights
- Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
- Auto Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- Laminated Glass
- Battery
Interior (49)
- 6-Way Driver Seat
- 4-Way Passenger Seat
- 60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
- Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Power/Regen, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
- Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
- Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
- Front Sport Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver and 4-way adjustable passenger seats
- Front Cupholder
- Rear Cupholder
- Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
- Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Fuel
- Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
- Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
- HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
- Glove Box
- Driver Foot Rest
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Cloth Door Trim Insert
- Urethane Gear Shifter Material
- Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
- Fabric Seat Trim
- Day-Night Rearview Mirror
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
- Front Map Lights
- Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
- Full Carpet Floor Covering
- Carpet Floor Trim
- Cargo Area Concealed Storage
- Cargo Space Lights
- Smart Device Integration
- Safety Connect with 1-year trial Tracker System
- Instrument Panel Bin, Driver And Passenger Door Bins
- Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
- Driver Information Center
- Trip Computer
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Analog Appearance
- Seats w/Cloth Back Material
- Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
- Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
- 1 Seatback Storage Pocket
- Immobilizer
- 2 12V DC Power Outlets
- Air Filtration
Mechanical (22)
- Engine: 2.5L 4-Cylinder Atkinson Cycle
- Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
- Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode, Sequential Shift Control and Oil Cooler
- Transmission: ECVT (Continuously Variable)
- Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel
- Axle Ratio: TBD
- 550CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
- Hybrid Electric Motor
- Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control
- 1210# Maximum Payload
- GVWR: 4,920 lbs
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- 14.5 Gal. Fuel Tank
- Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
- Permanent Locking Hubs
- Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Double Wishbone Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Regenerative 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
- Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential
- Nickel Metal Hydride (nimh) Traction Battery
Safety-Exterior (1)
- Side Impact Beams
Safety-Interior (14)
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Collision Mitigation-Front
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Safety Connect with 1-year trial Emergency Sos Capability
- Pre-Collision System (PCS)
- Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Driver Knee Airbag and Passenger Cushion Front Airbag
- Rear Child Safety Locks
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
- Back-Up Camera
Safety-Mechanical (3)
- Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- ABS And Driveline Traction Control
2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid recalls (5)
NHTSA campaigns for the 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid, all trims.
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.
Other 2021 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid trims
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.