1999 Toyota RAV4

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

The 1999 Toyota RAV4 is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder
Power: 219 hp (163 kW)
Torque: 163 lb-ft (221 Nm)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: 5 seats

Exterior (Front)

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.0L 4-cylinder

Power Output

219 hp (163 kW)

Peak Torque

163 lb-ft (221 Nm)

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

Not available

Transmission

Not available

Capacity

5 seats · 5 doors

Exterior Dimensions

181.1″ L × 73.0″ W × 66.3″ H

Curb Weight

3,770 lbs (1,710 kg)

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	2.0L 4-cylinder
Displacement	2.0 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Naturally aspirated
Power	219 hp (163 kW)
Torque	163 lb-ft (221 Nm)
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Performance

Performance
Specification	Value	Source
0–100 km/h	7.3 s
Top speed	112 mph (180 km/h)
Towing capacity	1,750 lb (794 kg)

Not available from our sources: Payload.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4 to 5
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD

Dimensions

Dimensions
Specification	Value	Source
Length	181.1 in (4,600 mm)
Width	73.0 in (1,855 mm)
Height	66.3 in (1,685 mm)
Wheelbase	105.9 in (2,690 mm)
Ground clearance	8.6 in (218 mm)

Weight

Weight
Specification	Value	Source
Curb weight	3,770 lb (1,710 kg)

Not available from our sources: Gross vehicle weight rating.

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Highway	27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Capacity

Capacity
Specification	Value	Source
Seats	5
Doors	5

Not available from our sources: Fuel tank, Cargo volume.

Trims and configurations

8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 19, 2026.

20V033000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and owners will have the option to self-inspect, or have a dealer inspect the steering wheel on their vehicle to determine if their vehicle may be equipped with an affected inflator. Potentially affected…
Reported January 22, 2020. View on NHTSA
00V211000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. IF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE REPEATEDLY PARKED BY PLACING THE SHIFT LEVER INTO THE "P" POSITION WITHOUT APPLYING THE PARKING BRAKE, THE PARKING LOCK ROD, A COMPONENT OF THE TRANSMISSION PARKING LOCK SYSTEM, COULD BREAK.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING LOCK ROD.
Reported August 9, 2000. View on NHTSA
00V212000: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTOR, WHEN EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, CAN DEVELOP STRESS FRACTURES IF THE LUG NUTS ARE TIGHTENED WITH EXCESSIVE TORQUE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DISC BRAKE ROTORS. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, TOYOTA WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS AND STEEL WHEELS WITH NEW DISC BRAKE ROTORS AND NEW ALUMINUM WHEELS. IN ADDITION A CAUTION LABEL…
Reported August 9, 2000. View on NHTSA
98E035000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AFTERMARKET THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEMS USED ON 1998-1998 TOYOTA RAV4, AVALON, AND SIENNA MODEL VEHICLES DISTRIBUTED BY SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, INC. IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, NORTH AND SOUTH CAROLINA. THE ALARM WIRING HARNESS PLUGS INTO THE VEHICLE'S IGNITION SWITCH AND THE VEHICLE'S IGNITION SWITCH WIRING HARNESS PLUGS INTO THE ALARM HARNESS TO…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE LABEL ON THE SECURITY SYSTEM HARNESS AND ANY DISPLAYING THE MANUFACTURING/FINAL DATE CODE WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEWLY PRODUCED HARNESSES. THE DATE CODES ARE: RAV4 - 6/24/98, 6/25/98, 6/26/98; SIENNA -…
Reported October 19, 1998. View on NHTSA
98V278000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, MINI VANS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEMS (TDS) SUPPLIED BY AUDIOVOX CORPORATION AND DISTRIBUTED BY SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, INC. IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, NORTH AND SOUTH CAROLINA. THE ALARM WIRING HARNESS PLUGS INTO THE VEHICLE'S IGNITION SWITCH AND THE VEHICLE'S IGNITION SWITCH WIRING…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE LABEL ON THE SECURITY SYSTEM HARNESS AND ANY DISPLAYING THE MANUFACTURING/FINAL DATE CODE WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEWLY PRODUCED HARNESSES. THE DATE CODES ARE: RAV4 - 6/24/98, 6/25/98, 6/26/98; SIENNA -…
Reported October 19, 1998. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 19, 2026

Data verified: October 19, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1999 Toyota RAV4 have?

2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 1999 Toyota RAV4 have?

219 hp (163 kW), as listed by our sources.

What is the fuel economy of the 1999 Toyota RAV4?

Combined fuel economy is 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1999 Toyota RAV4 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.

How many seats does the 1999 Toyota RAV4 have?

5 seats.

How long is the 1999 Toyota RAV4?

181.1 in (4,600 mm).

Are there recalls for the 1999 Toyota RAV4?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 19, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.