2017 Toyota RAV4 XLE AWD
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- Photo: 2015 Toyota Rav4 LE in Barcelona Red Metallic, Front Right, 04-16-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota RAV4 USDM from Ukraine by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2015 Toyota Rav4 LE in Barcelona Red Metallic, Rear Right, 04-16-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2017 Toyota RAV4 XLE AWD is a 176-hp SUV with a 6-speed ect-i automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $28,230 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 176 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 172 lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The RAV4 measures 183.5 inches long on a 104.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,605 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $28,230 |
| MSRP with Destination | $29,190 |
| Destination Charge | $960 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5-liter, four-cylinder, double-overhead cam, 16-valve with dual VVT-i (2AR-FE) |
| Horsepower | 176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 172 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, four-valve/cylinder, Dual VVT-i |
| Bore and Stroke | 89.9 x 98.0 mm (3.54 x 3.86 in.) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 |
| Injection Type | SFI (Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive with Dynamic Torque Control |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed ECT-i automatic |
| 1st Gear | 3.3 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.9 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.42 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.713 |
| 6th Gear | 0.608 |
| Reverse | 4.148 |
| Final Drive | 4.071 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | 87-octane unleaded or higher |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar and hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Rear Suspension | Double-wishbone style multi-link rear suspension with coil spring, stabilizer bar and hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.0 in. |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.91 in. |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.7 in. ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.2 in. solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 6.5 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 6.5 in. |
| Tires Front | P225/65R17 |
| Tires Rear | P225/65R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.5 in |
| Width | 72.6 in |
| Height | 65.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in |
| Front Track | 61.8 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.1 in |
| Approach Angle | 28° |
| Departure Angle | 21° |
| Cargo Volume | 38.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,605 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 48.9 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (16.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2017 Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota RAV4. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 1, 2023 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2018 RAV4 vehicles. Certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.
Consequence: A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 27, 2024, to 2013-2014 RAV4 owners. Additional owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, phase 2 will begin on May 14, 2025, and phase 3 in late July 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.
NHTSA campaign 23V734000
Jun 28, 2019 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.
NHTSA campaign 19V503000
May 2, 2017 · TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Consequence: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
NHTSA campaign 17V295000
307 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota RAV4
Owner Complaints
307 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota RAV4 (33 mention a crash, 24 a fire, 22 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 108 |
| Unknown Or Other | 62 |
| Service Brakes | 38 |
| Exterior Lighting | 32 |
| Engine | 31 |
| Air Bags | 20 |
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 2017 TOYOTA RAV4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.