2016 Toyota RAV4 Specifications Overview

The 2016 Toyota RAV4 is certified across 5 configurations with 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (AV-S6) or Automatic (S6). EPA classified under the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 4th Generation (XA40) vehicle family.

Engine / Motors
2 Options
2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
2 Options
Automatic (AV-S6), Automatic (S6)
Vehicle Classification
Small SUV 4WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (5)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
RAV4 Hybrid AWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AV-S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 LE/XLE Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S6) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S6) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 AWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
RAV4 Limited AWD/SE AWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2016 Toyota RAV4 MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2016 Toyota Rav4 SUV FWD
  • 2016 Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Related Official Reports for 2016 Toyota RAV4

Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

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