2010 Toyota RAV4

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Rating7.5
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$21,675 - $27,985
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Good fuel economy with the V6

An impractical hinge on the hitch

Minor trim changes

Superb handling

Stiff suspension

Huge cargo area

Mediocre interior

Specs & Features

$21,675

price

179 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

172 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

4-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.5L 4cyl FWD 4A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact SUV, the 2010 Toyota RAV4 goes up against other notable names in the class, like the 2010 Ford Escape, the 2010 Honda CR-V, and the 2010 Subaru Forester. Spread across 3 trims, the RAV4 starts off at a base price of MSRP $23,710 and carries on to $27,985. Not all trims are built equal, however, as there are 2 powertrains on offer. Starting off is the 2.5L Inline-4 and 4-speed AT base engine, making 179 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. This engine makes the RAV4 capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph in just 9.3 seconds and carries the capability to tow 1500 pounds. One can also opt for the bigger 3.5L V6 that is paired with the 5-speed automatic. With 269 horsepower and 246 lb-ft of torque, this engine gets you a towing capacity of 3500 pounds. When buying a 2010 Toyota RAV4 SUV, one can expect an average price of $11,500. However, average savings of up to $109 are common. With nearly 1,286 units available in 8 striking colors, browse from our selection and take your 2010 Toyota RAV4 home today.

Buying Advice

Available with the refined V6, there is no dearth of a thrilling drive in the 2010 RAV4. On top of that, this compact SUV is quite fuel efficient too, although equipped with a V6. Nimble handling is there, which is mostly missing with others of the same segment, and due to the huge boot space, you won’t face any problems while traveling around the USA. however, due to the stiff suspension setup, the 2010 RAV4 is not that much comfortable on some patches, but it’s something that’s mostly negligible. Overall, our experts find the positives of the 2010 RAV4 outshine the cons. If you too find the same, just go for it.

Trims

    Base
    $21,675 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 179 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 172 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 116 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    Sport
    $23,375 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 179 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 172 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 116 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    Limited
    $24,665 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 179 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 172 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 116 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$21,675- $27,985

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.5

Horsepower

269 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque

246 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

Capacity

7

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$38,850

Gasoline

7.84

260 hp @ 6600 rpm

225 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm

5

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$35,515- $43,995

Gasoline

8.44

288 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

7

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$22,615- $29,970

Gasoline

8.17

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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$21,590- $28,500

Gasoline

8.33

210 hp @ 5200 rpm

235 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$27,420- $35,770

Gasoline

8.26

265 hp @ 6250 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$21,020- $27,375

Gasoline

8.68

171 hp @ 6000 rpm

171 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$24,250- $31,300

Gasoline

7.63

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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$34,600- $36,600

Gasoline

8.26

268 hp @ 6000 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm

5

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$23,560- $27,380

Gasoline

8.92

171 hp @ 6000 rpm

171 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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2010 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9.3 sec17.0 sec116 mph
    6.68 sec--
    6.72 sec15 sec147 mph
    2010 BMW X3

    Ranked #3

    6.8 sec15.3 sec132 mph
    7.3 sec15.5 sec-
    7.3 sec15.7 sec130 mph

    2010 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.349.8/445.2 mi.
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg18.8 gal.413.6/601.6 mi.
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg18 gal.396/576 mi.
      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg16.5 gal.363/462 mi.
      21 mpg27 mpg24 mpg16.6 gal.-
      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg15.3 gal.321.3/428.4 mi.

      2010 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        181.9 in.71.5 in.66.3 in.7.5 in.104.7 in.
        201.8 in.79 in.72.5 in.8.4 in.118.9 in.
        188.2 in.71.7 in.65.7 in.8.7 in.107.9 in.
        187.8 in.72.5 in.66.3 in.7.8 in.112.5 in.
        185.7 in.75.8 in.67 in.7.9 in.111.2 in.
        185.3 in.72.8 in.66.3 in.6.9 in.112.5 in.

        2010 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          36.4 cu.ft.108.2 cu.ft.73 cu.ft.
          31.4 cu.ft.99.7 cu.ft.63.7 cu.ft.
          23.3 cu.ft.153 cu.ft.115 cu.ft.
          32.1 cu.ft.-75.6 cu.ft.
          35.7 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.72.9 cu.ft.
          36.2 cu.ft.100.4 cu.ft.72.6 cu.ft.

          2010 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            73 cu.ft.36.4 cu.ft.73 cu.ft.-
            54.7 cu.ft.23.3 cu.ft.54.7 cu.ft.-
            65.7 cu.ft.36.3 cu.ft.65.7 cu.ft.-
            66.3 cu.ft.29.3 cu.ft.66.3 cu.ft.-
            2010 BMW X3

            Ranked #5

            71 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.71 cu.ft.-
            75.6 cu.ft.32.1 cu.ft.75.6 cu.ft.98 ft.

            2010 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              1500 lbs.1070 lbs.3360 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1618 lbs.3976 lbs.
              5000 lbs.881 lbs.4167 lbs.
              4500 lbs.1631 lbs.4780 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1115 lbs.3335 lbs.
              2010 BMW X3

              Ranked #3

              3500 lbs.1036 lbs.4012 lbs.

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