| Year | Estimated annual maintenance cost |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | $180 |
| Year 2 | $230 |
| Year 3 | $310 |
| Year 4 | $400 |
| Year 5 | $560 |
| Year 6 | $470 |
| Year 7 | $520 |
| Year 8 | $560 |
| Year 9 | $590 |
| Year 10 | $650 |
| Year 11 | $700 |
| Year 12 | $760 |
At 15,000 miles a year and the U.S. average of $4.35 a gallon (EIA, week of Oct 5, 2026), a 2022 Toyota RAV4 AWD 2.5L (EPA 28 mpg combined) burns about $2,333 of gas a year - about $3,336 in California and $2,075 in Texas.
Maintenance + fuel per year: about $2,780 at the U.S. average gas price - this page's $447 average maintenance (years 1-10 of the cost table) plus $2,333 of gas.
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Fuel economy: EPA combined rating (fueleconomy.gov). Gas prices: EIA weekly retail regular gasoline, week of Oct 5, 2026; EIA prices nine states on their own, and every other state uses its EIA regional average. Today's price - no inflation over the years you own it.
| Generation | Engine | Annual cost | Reliability | Known issues | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th Gen (2013-2018) | 2.5L 2AR-FE I4 (6-spd auto) | $330-$470 | 5/5 | Very few - the 2AR-FE is a proven, low-stress engine; Some infotainment quirks on early units; Rear brake wear can outpace fronts on AWD models | Maximum value and simplicity - no turbo, no CVT, bulletproof |
| 5th Gen (2019-2025) | 2.5L A25A-FKS / Hybrid / Prime PHEV (8-spd / e-CVT) | $350-$500 | 4/5 | 2.5L Dynamic Force oil consumption - check level every 3,000-5,000 mi; 8-speed "sealed" ATF benefits from a 60k drain-and-fill despite the lifetime label; Early infotainment freezing addressed by software updates | The hybrid sweet spot - low running cost, strong resale, 10yr/150k HV battery warranty |
| 6th Gen (2026+) | Hybrid (HEV) / Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) only | $350-$500 (early data) | 4/5 | All-new TNGA-K platform and electrified-only lineup - verify intervals against the owner's manual; Too new for confirmed long-term data; Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 means windshield work needs camera recalibration | Newest efficiency and tech; HV battery warranted 10yr/150k |
| Service | DIY cost | Shop cost | Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oil Change (0W-16/0W-20 synthetic) | $30-$55 | $70-$110 | Every 10,000 mi |
| Toyota Oil Filter (cartridge) | $8-$15 | incl. | Every oil change |
| Cabin Air Filter | $12-$25 | $40-$70 | Every 15,000-25,000 mi |
| Engine Air Filter | $18-$35 | $45-$75 | Every 30,000 mi |
| Spark Plugs (iridium) | $40-$80 | $160-$300 | Every 120,000 mi |
| Transaxle/ATF Service | $60-$110 | $160-$300 | ~60,000 mi (recommended) |
| Brake Pads (front) | $50-$90 | $170-$280 | Every 40,000-60,000 mi |
| Coolant Flush (SLLC pink) | $25-$45 | $90-$160 | 100k mi, then 50k |
| Battery (12V) | $140-$200 | $210-$300 | Every 4-6 years |
| Tires (set of 4) | $600-$1,000 | +install | Every 40,000-60,000 mi |