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2003 Toyota RAV4 2WD AT

The 2003 Toyota RAV4 2WD AT is a 148-hp SUV with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $17,675 MSRP.

It makes 148 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 142 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.

The RAV4 measures 167.1 inches long on a 98.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,777 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$17,675 ($31,219 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.0-liter, four-cylinder, VVT-i
Horsepower148 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque142 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone coil spring with stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.8 in. (0.71 in. thick) ventilated disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 6.5 in.
Wheels Rear16 x 6.5 in.
Tires FrontP215/70R16
Tires RearP215/70R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length167.1 in
Width68 in
Height65.7 in
Wheelbase98 in
Front Track59 in
Rear Track59 in
Ground Clearance6 in
Cargo Volume68 ft³
Curb Weight2,777 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front41 in
Headroom Rear38 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear33 in
Shoulder Room Front54 in
Shoulder Room Rear54 in
Hip Room Front53 in
Hip Room Rear47 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★
Tested variant: 2003 Toyota RAV4 4-DR.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota RAV4.

327 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota RAV4

Owner Complaints

327 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota RAV4 (20 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 10 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train213
Electrical System42
Vehicle Speed Control32
Engine And Engine Cooling28
Engine22
Unknown Or Other15
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 1, 2026 · Suspension Crash 1 injury
“See attached document for complaint”
Feb 1, 2026 · Wheels, Service Brakes, Engine
“Many things are happening to my truck that’s why I am contacting you people to see if I got any callback thank you so much”
Oct 2, 2023 · Power Train
“The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH and at various speeds, the transmission slipped out of the intended gear. The contact stated that after…”
Mar 16, 2023 · Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine
“The vehicle is very delayed shifting and will slow down without pushing the breaks”
Jun 16, 2020 · Power Train
“I DRIVE AND THE SLEEP WHILE I'M DRIVING AND THE CAN NOT CHANGE CORRECTLY THE GEAR. *TR”

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 2003 TOYOTA RAV4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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