2013 Toyota RAV4: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big news for 2013 is a full redesign of the gasoline RAV4, marking the start of its fourth generation. The separate all-electric RAV4 EV largely carries over on the older body.
About the 2013 Toyota RAV4
Gasoline RAV4: 4th generation, first year (2013-2018). RAV4 EV: second-generation EV, carryover year on the prior-body platform (2012-2014).
Toyota positions the 2013 RAV4 as the original crossover reworked for modern family use: easier to live with than a truck-based SUV, roomy enough for everyday errands and road trips, efficient enough for daily commuting, and available with AWD when weather or light trail use calls for it. The core appeal is practical cargo space, simple controls, a comfortable five-seat cabin, and Toyota’s reputation for durability. The low-volume RAV4 EV extends that formula for California buyers who want SUV space without gasoline.
The redesigned gasoline lineup runs from the practical LE to the more comfortable XLE and the upscale Limited, all with five seats and a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Every gas trim has a 6.1-inch touchscreen, backup camera and Bluetooth; the XLE has a moonroof and dual-zone climate control, while the Limited has a power liftgate, heated SofTex-trimmed front seats and Smart Key. The EV stands apart with an electric motor, an EPA-rated 103-mile range and an 8-inch navigation touchscreen.
What changed, by category
2013 Toyota RAV4 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | AC Electric Motor | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 176 hp | 176 hp | 176 hp |
| Torque | 218 lb-ft | 172 lb-ft | 172 lb-ft | 172 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 73 cu-ft | 73.4 cu-ft | 73.4 cu-ft | 73.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.3 in | 37.2 in | 37.2 in | 37.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 113 | |||
| MPGe Combined | 76 | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Hill Start Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Toyota RAV4 the start of a new generation?
Yes. The 2013 gasoline RAV4 is the first model year of the fourth generation and has a fully redesigned body, cabin and powertrain. The separate RAV4 EV remains on the older body.
What happened to the RAV4 Base and Sport trims for 2013?
The Base and Sport trims were dropped for 2013. The redesigned gasoline lineup consists of LE, XLE and Limited, with LE and XLE joining the range and Limited continuing as the top trim.
Does the 2013 Toyota RAV4 have a V6 or third-row seat?
No. Every 2013 gasoline RAV4 uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a 6-speed automatic, and the redesigned cabin has two rows with seating for five.
Did the 2013 RAV4 EV receive the same redesign as the gasoline model?
No. The 2013 RAV4 EV largely carries over on the older body while the gasoline RAV4 moves to a new generation. The EV has a 115-kW electric motor, an EPA-rated 103-mile range and an 8-inch navigation touchscreen.
What standard technology changed on the 2013 Toyota RAV4?
The redesigned gasoline RAV4 gains a standard 6.1-inch touchscreen audio system, integrated backup camera, steering-wheel audio controls and Bluetooth hands-free controls across the lineup.