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2009 Toyota RAV4

3 trims · 12 configurations · SUV

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$6,695

145 for sale · Starting MSRP $21,500 – $27,810

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

Not rated

Frontal (driver)★★★★★
Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 15 recalls on record

Toyota RAV4 for sale

145 live listings from $6,695 · median $34,323

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$21,500

Typical monthly

$426/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

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Compare 2009 Toyota RAV4 trims

  • Base

    4 configurations

    MSRP
    $21,500 – $24,935
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    22/28
    Horsepower
    179 hp
    Torque
    172 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    73
    Max towing
    1,500 lbs

  • Sport

    4 configurations

    MSRP
    $23,200 – $26,530
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    22/28
    Horsepower
    179 hp
    Torque
    172 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    73
    Max towing
    1,500 lbs

  • Limited

    4 configurations

    MSRP
    $24,490 – $27,810
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    22/28
    Horsepower
    179 hp
    Torque
    172 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    73
    Max towing
    1,500 lbs

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
Basegas
Sportgas
Limitedgas
Fuel type
Baseregular unleaded
Sportregular unleaded
Limitedregular unleaded
Cylinders
BaseI4
SportI4
LimitedI4
Displacement
Base2.5 L
Sport2.5 L
Limited2.5 L
Horsepower
Base179 hp
Sport179 hp
Limited179 hp
Torque
Base172 lb-ft
Sport172 lb-ft
Limited172 lb-ft
Transmission
Base4-speed automatic
Sport4-speed automatic
Limited4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Basefront wheel drive
Sportfront wheel drive
Limitedfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
BaseSUV
SportSUV
LimitedSUV
Doors
Base5
Sport5
Limited5
Seating
Base5
Sport5
Limited5
Length
Base181.9 in
Sport181.9 in
Limited181.9 in
Width
Base71.5 in
Sport73 in
Limited73 in
Height
Base66.3 in
Sport68.7 in
Limited68.7 in
Wheelbase
Base104.7 in
Sport104.7 in
Limited104.7 in
Ground clearance
Base7.5 in
Sport7.5 in
Limited7.5 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
Base36.4 cu ft
Sport36.4 cu ft
Limited36.4 cu ft
Max cargo capacity
Base73 cu ft
Sport73 cu ft
Limited73 cu ft
Max towing
Base1,500 lbs
Sport1,500 lbs
Limited1,500 lbs
Max payload
Base1,070 lbs
Sport995 lbs
Limited991 lbs
Curb weight
Base3,360 lbs
Sport3,435 lbs
Limited3,439 lbs
Fuel tank
Base15.9 gal
Sport15.9 gal
Limited15.9 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
Base24
Sport24
Limited24
City MPG
Base22
Sport22
Limited22
Highway MPG
Base28
Sport28
Limited28

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2009 Toyota RAV4 FAQ

How much does the 2009 Toyota RAV4 cost?
The 2009 Toyota RAV4 has a starting MSRP of $21,500, ranging up to $27,810 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $21,500; Sport from $23,200; Limited from $24,490. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $6,695.
What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Toyota RAV4?
The 2009 Toyota RAV4 achieves up to 24 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2009 Toyota RAV4 have?
The 2009 Toyota RAV4 offers up to 73 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2009 Toyota RAV4 tow?
The 2009 Toyota RAV4 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 2,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2009 Toyota RAV4 safe?
The 2009 Toyota RAV4 earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 15 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2009 Toyota RAV4 come in?
The 2009 Toyota RAV4 is available in 3 trims (12 total configurations) across SUV body styles with front wheel drive, four wheel drive.