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2014 Toyota RAV4

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Rating7.4

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Compact SUV
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$23,550 - $29,720
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 18, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Decent interior room

Excess use of hard plastics in the cabin

Available Technology Package in the Limited trim.

Practical cargo space

Uncomfortable second row seat

List of standard features

Specs & Features

$24,950

price

176 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

172 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.5L 4cyl AWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 is a compact crossover SUV that strives to offer superior practicality, fuel economy and interior space in one vehicle, It competes with the likes of Honda CR-V, GMC Terrain and Ford Escape. The 2014 Toyota RAV4 price starts at an msrp of $23,550 for the base LE trim and goes up to $28,320 for the top-tier Limited trim. The mid-tier XLE trim can be availed for $25,000, offering a good combination of features and value. 

 

 

2014 Toyota RAV4 Buying Advice 

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 can be an ideal choice for those looking for reliable performance and efficiency without much glamor. 

2014 Toyota RAV4 for sale

Considering a low APR of 4.44% and a term of 60 months, the 2014 Toyota RAV4 LE can be financed for $416/month. The same model can also be leased for a term of 36 months with monthly payments of $339 and $2,355 as down payment. 

Buying Advice

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 XLE trim would be our recommendation as it gets all the necessary features for one’s safety, long hauling practicality, and convenience. The performance is also at par with other trim levels. On the other hand, the base lacks many in the list, and the Limited is on the expensive side. So, most buyers would be happy with the mid-tier XLE trim. 

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Comparative Analysis against Competition

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 scored 79/100 in the J.D. Power Consumer Rating and it can be considered as 'Average'. The overall score is based on four parameters, including the quality and reliability, driving experience, resale and dealership experience. The RAV4 2014 scored 82/100 for resale which can be considered as 'Great', pointing towards a higher resale value than some other cars in the segment. However, for the quality/reliability and driving experience, the RAV4 scored 79/100 and 74/100 respectively.  Coming to ownership costs, the annual maintenance cost of the 2014 RAV4 is around $428. It will cost you approximately $50 to fill up your gas tank. The annual insurance cost is estimated to be $1,181. 

Features
8.0/10

2014 Toyota RAV4 LE Specs and Features: 

  • Projector beam headlights with auto-off feature
  • Daytime running lamps
  • Automatic Limited-Slip Differential (LSD)
  • ECO and Sport modes
  • Soft touch interior accents
  • Remote keyless entry system 

2014 Toyota RAV4 XLE Specs and Features (Adds or upgrades to the LE features)

  • Power-tilt and slide moonroof 
  • Heated outside mirrors with turn indicators
  • Fog lights
  • Roof rails
  • French stitching accents 

2014 Toyota RAV4 Limited Specs and Features (Adds or upgrades to the XLE trim)

  • Height-adjustable power liftgate
  • Power-adjustable driver's seat 
  • Smart-Key system with push button start
  • Front heated seats

Interior
8.0/10

The Toyota RAV4 interior 2014 is designed well but cannot beat some of its competition. The cabin features some hard to feel plastics and the climate control buttons feel fragile. The front seats are comfortable but the same cannot be said about the rear seats. Toyota offers Entune Audio with 6.1-inch touchscreen. The XLE trim features Entune Audio Plus with same-sized touchscreen. The Limited trim adds Entune Premium Audio with Navigation and App Suite. The infotainment system is fluid but some lags and jitters can be experienced randomly. More about the 2014 Toyota RAV4 cargo space can be known in our cargo capacity review here. 

2014 Toyota RAV4 LE Fabric Upholstery Color Options: 

  • Ash
  • Black

2014 Toyota RAV4  XLE Unique Fabric Upholstery Color Options: 

  • Ash
  • Black 
  • Latte

2014 Toyota RAV4 Limited SofTex Upholstery Color Options: 

  • Ash
  • Black 
  • Latte
  • Terracotta

Model

2014 Toyota RAV4

2014 Honda CR-V

2014 GMC Terrain

2014 Ford Escape

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

39.8/57.3/42.6

39.9/58.6/41.3

39.8/55.7/41.2

39.9/56/43.1

Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

38.9/55.4/37.2

38.6/56.4/38.3

39.2/55.3/39.9

39/55.3/36.8

Some of the key interior features of the 2014 Toyota RAV4 are: 

  • Dual-zone climate control system (XLE and Limited)
  • French stitching accents (XLE)
  • HD Radio (XLE and Limited)
  • SiriusXM Radio (XLE and Limited)
  • Integrated backup camera (all trims)

Exterior
7.0/10

The Toyota RAV4 is a fairly sober-looking SUV with a focus on practicality rather than aesthetics. The front has been adorned with a chrome-accented grille along with sharp and sleek projector-beam halogen headlamps. The bumper has been kept relatively higher both in the front and rear. A rear color-keyed spoiler enhances the rear profile and is useful for aerodynamics as well. The side view flaunts 17-inch steel wheels in the LE trim that are converted to alloy wheels in the XLE trim. The Limited trim flaunts 18-inch alloy wheels. Learn more about the 2014 Toyota RAV4 exterior dimensions in our dimensions review here. 

2014 Toyota RAV4 Exterior Color Options: 

  • Black 
  • Shoreline Blue Pearl
  • Blue Crush Metallic
  • Barcelona Red Metallic
  • Pyrite Mica
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Classic Silver Metallic
  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Super White

Safety
7.0/10

The Toyota RAV4 offers safety assurance with its standard STAR Safety System of Driveline Traction Control and Electronic Stability Control along with a 4-wheel ABS which can counter unfavorable conditions while speeding on the rain-soaked tracks. The galvanized steel panels and side beams also negate the impact forces. An NHTSA Rating of overall 4 stars might be complacent but the driver's compartment needs to have a little more reinforcement. 

Some of the 2014 Toyota RAV4 safety features are:

  • Tire Pressure Monitor System
  • Electronic Stability Control 
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Brake Assist
  • Electronic Brake Force Distribution 
  • Auto high beam

Final Verdict

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 can be best termed as the 'Jack of All Trades but Master of None'. Toyota's compact crossover has a decent combination of practicality, fuel economy and interior comfort. However, it does not surpass in any one of them as compared to its rivals. However, there are more pros than cons and we won't mind recommending one to you if it fits your requirements. 

Trims

    LE
    $23,550 onwards
    • 17-inch steel Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    XLE
    $25,000 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Heated mirrors
    • Premium cloth Seat trim
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    Limited
    $28,320 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Navigation system

Compare to similar cars

7.4
2014 Toyota RAV4

Price

$23,550- $29,720

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.38

Horsepower

176 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

172 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

Capacity

5

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7.9
2014 Acura RDX

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Gasoline

7.9

273 hp @ 6200 rpm

251 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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7.4
2014 Buick Encore

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Gasoline

7.43

138 hp @ 4900 rpm

148 lb.-ft. @ 1850 rpm

5

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8.3
2014 Chevrolet Equinox

$24,360- $33,320

Gasoline

8.3

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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8.0
2014 Ford Escape

$23,100- $30,850

Gasoline

8.02

168 hp @ 6000 rpm

170 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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8.1
2014 Ford Edge

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Gasoline

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285 hp @ 6500 rpm

253 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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Gasoline

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182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

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7.2
2014 Hyundai Tucson

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Gasoline

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164 hp @ 6200 rpm

151 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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7.8
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe

$24,950- $35,750

Gasoline

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190 hp @ 6300 rpm

181 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

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6.7
2014 Jeep Wrangler

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Gasoline

6.71

285 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

4

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2014 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		8.2 sec16.6 sec113 mph
    		6.7 sec13.2 sec122 mph
    		6.8 sec15.4 sec122 mph
    		6.9 sec--
    		7.3 sec15.6 sec-
    		7.3 sec15.5 sec-
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    2014 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		24 mpg31 mpg26 mpg15.9 gal.381.6/492.9 mi.
      		26 mpg35 mpg29 mpg14.8 gal.384.8/518 mi.
      		25 mpg33 mpg28 mpg14 gal.350/462 mi.
      		26 mpg33 mpg28 mpg14.5 gal.377/478.50 mi.
      		25 mpg31 mpg27 mpg16.6 gal.415/514.6 mi.
      		23 mpg31 mpg26 mpg15.3 gal.351.9/474.3 mi.

      2014 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		179.9 in.72.6 in.65.4 in.6.3 in.104.7 in.
        		189.9 in.74.1 in.67 in.7.4 in.111.2 in.
        		189.8 in.76.5 in.69.3 in.8.6 in.114.8 in.Jeep USA
        		189 in.71.7 in.65.8 in.8.7 in.107.9 in.
        		187.8 in.72.5 in.66.3 in.6.9 in.112.5 in.
        		187.8 in.74.2 in.66.7 in.7.3 in.107.9 in.

        2014 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		38.4 cu.ft.101.9 cu.ft.73.4 cu.ft.
          		39.3 cu.ft.105.8 cu.ft.70 cu.ft.
          		36.3 cu.ft.-65.7 cu.ft.
          		29.7 cu.ft.104.4 cu.ft.63.4 cu.ft.Jeep USA
          		31.8 cu.ft.108.6 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.
          		32.2 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.68.9 cu.ft.

          2014 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		73.4 cu.ft.38.4 cu.ft.73.4 cu.ft.-
            		15 cu.ft.37.2 cu.ft.70.9 cu.ft.-
            		80.1 cu.ft.34.1 cu.ft.64.8 cu.ft.-
            		104.6 cu.ft.29.7 cu.ft.63.4 cu.ft.-Jeep USA
            		53.6 cu.ft.24.8 cu.ft.54.9 cu.ft.-Jeep USA
            		72.5 cu.ft.36.9 cu.ft.72.5 cu.ft.-

            2014 Toyota RAV4 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		1500 lbs.900 lbs.3435 lbs.
              		6200 lbs.2030 lbs.4545 lbs.Jeep USA
              		5000 lbs.1058 lbs.4148 lbs.
              		4500 lbs.1000 lbs.3679 lbs.Jeep USA
              		4500 lbs.1065 lbs.3190 lbs.
              		3500 lbs.1310 lbs.3841 lbs.

              2014 Toyota RAV4 SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              4

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              183

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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              2013 Toyota RAV4

              LE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)

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              User Overall Rating

              Posted On: August 3, 2024

              Good car for work and everyday stuff not good for far travel

              Pros - ["Compact suv", "Great milage", "Holds its value"]

              Cons - ["Weak exterior", "Alignment goes out quick", "High maintenance"]

              Its a good car it has some faults but I bought it brand new and its still running and the oil does need changed often but other than that it is a good starter car and good for short travel but not good for offroad or state to state

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