2023 Toyota RAV4
TRD Off-Road AWD
What the TRD Off-Road adds over the LE (+$9,620)
| Spec | LE | TRD Off-Road |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3370 lbs | 3615 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3370 lbs | 3615 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.4 in | 8.6 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4610 lbs | 4705 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 35 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,675 | $38,295 |
| Overall height | 67 in | 68.6 in |
| Overall length | 180.9 in | 181.5 in |
| Overall width | 73 in | 73.4 in |
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar | TRD-tuned independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar (Unique shocks, struts, red painted coil springs, jounce bumpers) |
| Tire size | 225/65R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Transmission type | Direct Shift 8-speed ECT-i with sequential shift mode | Direct Shift 8-speed ECT-i with sequential shift mode with Snow Mode |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | steel | alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Multi-Terrain Select (AWD Gas trims) / Rear Driveline Disconnect (TV-AWD Gas trims)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 281.9 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 69.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 37.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 98.9 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in |
| Overall height | 68.6 in |
| Overall length | 181.5 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2487 cc |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 203 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 32 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.7 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $38,295 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.8 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.4 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS); electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | TRD-tuned independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar (Unique shocks, struts, red painted coil springs, jounce bumpers) |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | Direct Shift 8-speed ECT-i with sequential shift mode with Snow Mode |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3615 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3615 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4705 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety1 std · 0 opt
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Seating1 std · 0 opt
- Seating Capacity - 5
Exterior10 std · 0 opt
- Approach/Departure Angle - 19/21 degrees (most trims); 18/20 degrees (Woodland Edition)
- Ground Clearance - 8.1 in. (Hybrid); 8.4 in. (LE/XLE Gas); 8.6 in. (XLE Premium/Adventure/TRD/Limited Gas)
- Overall Height (with antenna) - 67.0 in. (LE/XLE Gas and HV); 67.2 in. (XLE Premium/Limited Gas); 68.6 in. (Adventure/TRD Gas)
- Overall Length - 180.9 in. (most trims); 181.5 in. (Adventure and TRD Off-Road Gas)
- Overall Width - 73.0 in. (most trims); 73.4 in. (Adventure and TRD Off-Road Gas)
- Tire Size - 225/65R17 (LE HV and XLE HV); 225/60R18 (SE HV, XSE HV, XLE Premium HV and Limited HV); 225/60R19 (Woodland); 225/65R17 (LE Gas and XLE Gas); 225/60R18 All-Terrain (TRD Gas); 235/55R19 (Limited Gas and Adventure Gas)
- Wheel Size - 17 x 7.0 in. (LE HV and XLE HV); 18 x 7.0 in. (Woodland, XLE Premium HV, SE HV, XSE HV and Limited HV); 17-in. steel (LE Gas); 17-in. alloy (XLE Gas); 18-in. TRD alloy (TRD); 19-in. alloy (Limited/Adventure Gas)
- Wheel Type and Material - Standard aluminum alloy (Hybrid); varies by Gas trim (steel on LE, alloy on others)
- Wheelbase - 105.9 in.
- Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary
Powertrain12 std · 0 opt
- All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Compression Ratio - 14.0:1 (Hybrid) / 13.0:1 (Gas)
- Drivetrain Layout - Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (Hybrid) / Front-Wheel Drive or AWD with Multi-Terrain Select or Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD (Gas)
- Emission Certification - SULEV (Hybrid) / ULEV-II (Gas)
- Engine Type - 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head
- Estimated Fuel Economy - 41/38/40 MPG city/hwy/combined (LE, XLE/XLE Premium, Limited, SE, XSE HV); 38/35/37 (Woodland Edition HV); various ratings for Gas trims
- Fuel Capacity - 14.5 gal.
- Fuel System - D-4S
- Horsepower - 176 hp @ 5,700 rpm (Hybrid) / 203 hp @ 6,600 rpm (Gas)
- Multi-Terrain Select (AWD Gas trims) / Rear Driveline Disconnect (TV-AWD Gas trims)
- Torque - 163 lb.-ft. @ 3,600–5,200 rpm (Hybrid) / 184 lb.-ft. @ 5,000 rpm (Gas)
- Transmission Type - Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode (Hybrid) / Direct Shift 8-speed ECT-i with sequential shift mode and Snow Mode (Gas AWD Only)
Chassis8 std · 0 opt
- Brakes - Front: Power-assisted Ventilated disc, 12.0 in.
- Brakes - Rear: Solid Disc, 11.1 in.
- Curb Weight - varies by trim (3,370–3,800 lbs.)
- GVWR - 4,920 lbs. (Hybrid); 4,610–4,705 lbs. (Gas)
- Parking Brake - Electronic Parking Brake
- Steering - Electric Power Steering (EPS); rack-mounted parallel-type electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
- Suspension - Front: Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar (TRD-tuned on TRD/Woodland)
- Suspension - Rear: Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar (Sport-tuned on SE/XSE HV; unique shocks/struts/jounce bumpers on TRD/Woodland)
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo Volume - 69.8 cu. ft. behind front row (2nd row folded); 37.5 cu. ft. behind second row
- Max Towing Capacity - 1,750 lbs. (Hybrid); 1,500 lbs. (LE/XLE/XLE Premium/Limited Gas); 3,500 lbs. (Adventure/TRD Gas)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 RAV4. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the TRD Off-Road
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road?
The manufacturer lists $38,295 for the 2023 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road. That is $9,620 above the LE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road add over the LE?
Against the LE, 2 features become standard that the LE does not and 18 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.