2000 Toyota RAV4
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2000 Toyota RAV4 is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric
- Seating
- 5 seats
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | |
| Power | 219 hp (163 kW) | |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft (221 Nm) | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
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
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD |
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
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3,770 lb (1,710 kg) |
Not available from our sources: Gross vehicle weight rating.
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 40 mpg (5.9 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) | |
| Electric range | 88 mi (142 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Battery capacity.
Capacity
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | |
| Doors | 5 |
Not available from our sources: Fuel tank, Cargo volume.
Trims and configurations
9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- RAV4 2WD · 2.0L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- RAV4 2WD · 2.0L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- RAV4 4WD · 2.0L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- RAV4 4WD · 2.0L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- RAV4 EV · EV
- RAV4 Soft Top 2WD · 2.0L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- RAV4 Soft Top 2WD · 2.0L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- RAV4 Soft Top 4WD · 2.0L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- RAV4 Soft Top 4WD · 2.0L · AWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 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
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.
Compare
Related vehicles
2001 Toyota RAV4SUV, Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric
2.0L 4-cylinder · 219 hp (163 kW) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
1999 Toyota RAV4SUV, Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder · 219 hp (163 kW) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)- 2000 Toyota 4Runner
SUV, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.7L 4-cylinder, 3.4L 6-cylinder · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) - 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
SUV, Gasoline
4.7L 8-cylinder · 326 hp (243 kW) · AWD
13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Explore similar vehicles
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2000 Toyota RAV4 have?
2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
How much horsepower does the 2000 Toyota RAV4 have?
219 hp (163 kW), as listed by our sources.
What is the fuel economy of the 2000 Toyota RAV4?
Combined fuel economy is 40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
What is the electric range of the 2000 Toyota RAV4?
88 mi (142 km) of electric range, as listed by our sources.
Is the 2000 Toyota RAV4 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
How many seats does the 2000 Toyota RAV4 have?
5 seats.
How long is the 2000 Toyota RAV4?
181.1 in (4,600 mm).
Are there recalls for the 2000 Toyota RAV4?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 19, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.