2005 Toyota RAV4 2WD AT
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- Photo: 2002 Toyota Rav4 L 2-Door in Super White, Front Right, 03-17-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: TOYOTA RAV4 (XA20) 5-DOOR China (3) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2nd gen Toyota RAV4 L side by BrokenSphere, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001-2003 Toyota RAV4 rear 4.19.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 RAV4 Interior by Gdirwin, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2005 Toyota RAV4 2WD AT is a 161-hp SUV with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $20,100 MSRP.
It makes 161 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 165 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.
The RAV4 measures 167.5 inches long on a 98.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,965 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,100 ($33,449 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4-liter, four-cylinder, VVT-i |
| Horsepower | 161 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 165 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 24 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Double wishbone coil spring with stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.7 in. ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.9 in. disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6.5 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6.5 in. |
| Tires Front | P215/70R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/70R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 167.5 in |
| Width | 68 in |
| Height | 65.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 98 in |
| Front Track | 59 in |
| Rear Track | 59 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 68 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,965 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 41 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2005 Toyota RAV4 2WD AT 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 |
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota RAV4. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 17, 2019 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010 Lexus SC430, 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 and 2010-2015 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles. These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0A, J0B, and J0C. Lexus' numbers for this recall are JLI, JLJ, and JLK.
NHTSA campaign 19V741000
May 13, 2015 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE Park it
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured May 13, 2003, to October 25, 2005. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners of these vehicles are advised not to drive their vehicles until the recall remedy has been completed. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag, free of charge. Owners were mailed an interim notice June 17, 2015. The recall began on August 21, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 15V284000
Feb 3, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence: A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
NHTSA campaign 10V036000
Feb 3, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
NHTSA campaign 10V035000
Apr 3, 2006 · AIR BAGS
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR, WHICH IS USED IN THE SIDE AIR BAG, THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAG, AND THE KNEE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY, SOME INFLATORS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF THE HEATING AGENTS NECESSARY FOR PROPER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. IN THIS CONDITION, THE EXPANSION FORCE OF THE GAS MAY BE INSUFFICIENT TO PROPERLY INFLATE THE AIR BAG WHEN THE SRS SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED DURING A CRASH.
Consequence: THIS MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT IN THE INVOLVED SEATING POSITION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPECIFIC SRS AIR BAG. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 6, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371, SCION AT 1-866-548-1851, OR LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
NHTSA campaign 06V096000
141 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota RAV4
Owner Complaints
141 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota RAV4 (22 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 59 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Engine | 9 |
| Steering | 9 |
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 2005 TOYOTA RAV4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.