The Toyota RAV4 is a mid-sized family crossover, produced by the renowned Japanese automaker since 1994. Today, it is available in its 5th generation. Initially, this car was positioned as a youthful, active leisure vehicle. However, its high comfort, power, and ease of control have elevated it to a cult status.
Popular Production Years of the Toyota RAV4
Copart and IAAI offer Toyota RAV4s of various generations and production years, starting from 2007. However, the top three most common models at insurance auctions are the 2011 production year (third generation, facelifted version) with 11,482 units, the 2008 (third generation) with 12,095 units, and the 2015 production year (4th generation) with 13,005 units.
Toyota RAV4 Engines
The Toyota RAV4 comes with various powertrain options. These include a 2.0-liter petrol engine with 150 hp, a 2.4-liter unit with 184 hp, and 2.0 and 2.2-liter turbo-diesel engines with 124 and 150 hp respectively. However, most of the cars offered on Copart and IAAI feature a 2.5-liter powertrain with 185 hp, paired with an automatic transmission. Predominantly, the Toyota RAV4 comes equipped with a hybrid powertrain.
Prices for Toyota RAV4 2016-2019 Models
These are 4th and 5th generation cars: a major update took place in March 2018. In the first months of 2021, a 2016 Toyota RAV4 could be purchased at US insurance auctions for an average of $7,500. The 2017 models were traded within the range of $7,200-$8,200. To buy a 2018 Toyota RAV4, one would have had to pay around $8,200, and for a 2019 model – $12,000. The lowest prices were seen in February 2021.
Number of 2016-2019 Toyota RAV4 Models at US Auctions
Concurrently with the lowest prices, February also saw the lowest level of sales. In this month, only 257 cars were listed at auctions, while in March, the number rose to 595. The most available model was the 2018 Toyota RAV4 (5th generation).
Prices for Toyota RAV4 2020-2021 Models
The price of Toyota RAV4 2020-2021 models significantly exceeds their predecessors. For instance, the lowest price for the 2020 model was in February, at $12,450, and the 2021 model in March, at $12,930. The highest prices for the 2020 model were in January ($16,090), and for the 2021 model in February ($19,000).
Number of 2020-2021 Toyota RAV4 Models at US Auctions
In February, the fewest 2020 models were available – 57 units, whereas in March, the number increased to 116 units. A similar situation was seen with the 2021 Toyota RAV4: a minimum of 14 units in February and a maximum of 45 units in March.
