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2000 Toyota RAV4 4dr Auto

The 2000 Toyota RAV4 4dr Auto is a 127-hp 2.0-liter SUV with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $17,938 MSRP.

It makes 127 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.

The RAV4 measures 163.8 inches long on a 94.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,668 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$17,938 ($33,855 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.0-liter, DOHC 16-valve, four-cylinder
Displacement2 L
Horsepower127 hp
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar and hydraulic shock absorbers
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone coil spring with hydraulic shock absorbers
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Dimensions & Weight
Length163.8 in
Width66.7 in
Height65 in
Wheelbase94.9 in
Ground Clearance7.3 in
Cargo Volume58 ft³
Curb Weight2,668 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.3 in
Headroom Rear39 in
Legroom Front39.5 in
Legroom Rear33.9 in
Shoulder Room Front53.1 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.1 in
Hip Room Front55.9 in
Hip Room Rear55.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Similar cars

Rivals to the 2000 Toyota RAV4 4dr Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2000 Toyota RAV4 4-DR. 4x4

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota RAV4. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jan 22, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant, and increases the risk of serious injury or death.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and owners will have the option to self-inspect, or have a dealer inspect the steering wheel on their vehicle to determine if their vehicle may be equipped with an affected inflator. Potentially affected steering wheel serial numbers will be inspected by a dealer. Based on the inspection, dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate one, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall is 20TB01 and 20TA01.

NHTSA campaign 20V033000

Aug 9, 2000 · SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTOR, WHEN EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, CAN DEVELOP STRESS FRACTURES IF THE LUG NUTS ARE TIGHTENED WITH EXCESSIVE TORQUE.

Consequence: THE DISC ROTOR COULD BREAK (WHERE IT MOUNTS TO THE WHEEL), RESULTING IN A LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION ON THAT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DISC BRAKE ROTORS. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, TOYOTA WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS AND STEEL WHEELS WITH NEW DISC BRAKE ROTORS AND NEW ALUMINUM WHEELS. IN ADDITION A CAUTION LABEL THAT READS, "USE NEW GENUINE TOYOTA ALUMINUM WHEELS." WILL BE AFFIXED. VEHICLES ALREADY EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM WHEELS WILL ONLY REQUIRE CAUTION LABEL INSTALLATION.

NHTSA campaign 00V212000

Aug 9, 2000 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. IF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE REPEATEDLY PARKED BY PLACING THE SHIFT LEVER INTO THE "P" POSITION WITHOUT APPLYING THE PARKING BRAKE, THE PARKING LOCK ROD, A COMPONENT OF THE TRANSMISSION PARKING LOCK SYSTEM, COULD BREAK.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN RENDER THE SYSTEM INOPERATIVE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING LOCK ROD.

NHTSA campaign 00V211000

40 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota RAV4

Owner Complaints

40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota RAV4 (6 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Vehicle Speed Control7
Engine And Engine Cooling5
Power Train5
Tires4
Visibility4
Hydraulic3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Nov 4, 2025 · Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2000 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while inspecting the battery, there were white hard stains on the battery and the parts holding the battery in place, causing the battery…”
Jul 29, 2015 · Structure
“SENT FOR INSPECTION FAILED FOR BAD CONTROL ARM AND FOR RUSTED OUT ENGINE CRADLE NEEDS REPLACED”
Jul 1, 2015 · Air Bags, Engine
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA RAV4. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT…”
Feb 1, 2015 · Engine
“THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALWAYS REMAINS ON THOUGH THERE IS NOT AN ISSUE THAT CAN BE FOUND BY ANY REPAIR SHOPS. *TR”
Jul 30, 2013 · Power Train
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA RAV4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SLIPPED OUT OF FIFTH GEAR WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2000 TOYOTA RAV4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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