2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime — Full Specifications
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The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime is an SUV powered by a 2.5L 4-cyl regular gasoline engine. It returns around 46 mpg (UK) / 38 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Toyota RAV4 Prime workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2023 Toyota RAV4 page for the base RAV4 listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Compared with the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 46 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S6) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 46 combined / 48 urban / 43 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 38 combined / 40 city / 36 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 45 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 10 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $1,750 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime, all with the 2.5L 4-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl (Plug-in Hybrid) | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 46 | 38 (40/36) | 45 | $1,750 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Running Costs: 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime at 46 mpg combined, expect roughly 791 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $1,750 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Back over prevention (1), Electrical system (1), Tires (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Back over prevention — campaign 25V744000, reported 30 October 2025. Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 25V595000, reported 11 September 2025. Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Tires — campaign 23V485000, reported 11 July 2023. Risk: A damaged or improperly installed valve stem may allow air to leak and/or the tires to be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.
Owners have filed 221 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (83), Unspecified (61), Steering (28). Complaints include 24 reported crashes, 1 reported fire, 16 reported injuries. That is close to the median of 212 complaints across the 4 Toyota RAV4 Prime model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign · 83 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Steering (28 owner complaints) — Check for play, noise or heavy steering, and ask whether any steering recall work was done.
- Engine (24 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Tyres (1 recall campaign) — Check tyre age and wear and ask about any tyre recalls.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Toyota RAV4 Prime compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 46 mpg figure is 19 mpg better than that average. Its 45 g/km CO₂ figure is 208 g/km lower than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Toyota models in our database average about 34 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime's 46 mpg is 12 mpg above that make average. Its 45 g/km CO₂ figure is 171 g/km lower than the 216 g/km Toyota average.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime have?
It's fitted with a 2.5L 4-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (av-s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
The most efficient configuration returns around 46 mpg (UK) combined, or 38 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $1,750 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Back over prevention (1), Electrical system (1), Tires (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
Among the 221 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (83 complaints), Unspecified (61 complaints), Steering (28 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Toyota RAV4 Prime's fuel economy good for an SUV?
Yes — it returns around 46 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track, making it one of the more efficient options in its class.