The 2023 Toyota RAV4 is one of the most popular SUVs available in today’s automotive market. The original vehicle that pioneered the compact crossover segment back in the mid-1990s, the RAV4 has a storied history of getting people where they need to go for almost three decades.
For years, drivers have been drawn to the 2023 RAV4 because of its practical interior design, efficient powertrain options and advanced safety & security systems. Continue reading below as our team of Toyota experts have compiled the highlights and key features of the 2023 Toyota RAV4.
Exterior Design
Utilitarian Style
The exterior design of the 2023 Toyota RAV4 was built with functionality in mind. Its long wheelbase and wide stance were designed to enhance the vehicle’s stability and overall passenger comfort. Similarly, the 2023 RAV4’s high ground clearance allows it to travel over all sorts of terrain.
Available Exterior Paint Options
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 is offered in 13 different unique and stylish exterior paint colours, including several two-tone options. These available exterior colours include:
- White
- Windchill Pearl
- Silver Sky Metallic
- Magnetic Grey Metallic
- Midnight Black Metallic
- Windchill Pearl with Black Roof
- Lunar Rock with Ice Edge Roof
- Silver Sky Metallic with Black Roof
- Magnetic Grey Metallic with Black Roof
- Cavalry Blue with Black Roof
- Ruby Flare Pearl
- Cavalry Blue
- Blueprint
Exterior Dimensions
| Specifications | 2023 Toyota RAV4 (LE and XLE) | 2023 Toyota RAV4 Trail | 2023 Toyota RAV4 Limited |
| Length (mm/in) | 4,596 / 180.9 | 4,611 / 181.5 | 4,596 / 180.9 |
| Width (mm/in) | 1,854 / 73.0 | 1,854 / 73.0 | 1,854 / 73.0 |
| Height (mm/in) | 1,702 / 67.0 | 1743 / 68.6 | 1707 / 67.2 |
| Wheelbase (mm/in) | 2,690 / 105.9 | 2,690 / 105.9 | 2,690 / 105.9 |
| Ground Clearance (mm/in) | 211 / 8.3 | 216 / 8.5 | 216 / 8.5 |
Interior Design
Comfortable Interior
Passengers will enjoy riding inside of the 2023 Toyota RAV4. An abundance of comfort and convenience features are available including wireless phone charging, push-button start, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and much more.
60/40 Split Folding Rear Seats
The interior cabin of the 2023 Toyota RAV4 can be easily adjusted to suit your needs. The 60/40 split folding rear seats can be easily folded down to make way for additional cargo, passengers or a mix of both.
Premium Convenience Features
Higher trim levels of the 2023 RAV4 come equipped with premium interior amenities, including heated & ventilated SofTex seats with driver memory, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a power sunroof.
| Specifications | 2023 Toyota RAV4 (Gasoline-Only Models) |
| Front Head Room (mm/in) | 991 / 39.0 |
| Rear Head Room (mm/in) | 1,016 / 40.0 |
| Front Leg Room (mm/in) | 1,039 / 40.9 |
| Rear Leg Room (mm/in) | 960 / 37.8 |
| Cargo Capacity Behind 2nd Row (L/cu-ft) | 1059 / 37.4 |
Performance
Standard All-Wheel Drive
An active torque all wheel drive system is now standard on all 2023 Toyota RAV4 models. This system can seamlessly swap between front-wheel drive to all-wheel drive on the road. This system allows drivers to enjoy the enhanced traction of AWD, without sacrificing fuel efficiency.Drivers who opt for the 2023 RAV4 Trail and Limited models receive a vehicle equipped with an advanced dynamic torque vectoring all-wheel drive with rear driveline disconnect for added traction and performance on the road.
Multi-Terrain Select
Toyota’s Multi-Terrain Select system is now standard on all 2023 RAV4 models. This system allows drivers to tackle all sorts of terrain, from mud and sand to rocks and dirt. This system comes with four different driving modes that optimize the vehicle’s wheel spin for different terrain types. This provides the 2023 RAV4 with greater traction when driving off-road.
| Specifications | 2023 Toyota RAV4 (Gasoline-only Models) |
| Engine | 2.5L Four-Cylinder DOHC VVT-i |
| Horsepower | 203 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 184 |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Towing Capacity (kgs/lbs) | 680 (1588 RAV4 Trail) / 1500 (3500 RAV4 Trail) |
| Fuel Economy (L/100km) (City/Hwy/Combined) | As low as 8.7 / 6.9 / 7.9 |
Technology
Available 10.5-inch Toyota Multimedia System
An 8-inch Toyota Multimedia System is the standard centre touchscreen display on all but the range-topping RAV4 Limited model. This intelligent system allows you to control almost everything in the vehicle and is equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. Those who opt for the RAV4 Limited trim receive a widescreen 10.5-inch full colour touchscreen display.
Connected Services
Toyota Connected Services are available on select 2023 Toyota RAV4 trim levels. These remote services are offered on a multi-year trial period and allow drivers to stay connected to their 2023 RAV4, even when they’re away from the vehicle. These services include Remote Connect, Safety Connect, and Service Connect.
Digital Display Rearview Mirror
While all 2023 RAV4 models feature a standard backup camera, higher trim levels feature an available digital display rearview mirror for additional rearward visibility. This display comes with a Bird’s Eye View Monitor function, which gives drivers a 360-degree view of the vehicle’s surroundings.
Safety
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5
Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 2.5 comes standard on all 2023 Toyota RAV4 models. TSS 2.5 is the brand’s suite of advanced safety and driver assistance systems that enhance the driver’s awareness of the road around them. Driver aids in Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 include:
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian, Cyclist, & Night-Time Pedestrian Detection
- Right & Left Turn Oncoming Pedestrian Detection & Braking
- Left Turn Oncoming Vehicle Detection/Braking
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Automatic High Beam
Parking Assistance
Make parking a breeze with the help of an Intelligent Clearance Sonar system, available on the 2023 RAV4 Limited model. This advanced system scans for objects near the vehicle and alerts the driver if a potential collision is detected.
2023 Toyota RAV4 Model Updates
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 received slight updates for the 2023 model year. The most notable change is that all 2023 RAV4 models are exclusively equipped with all-wheel drive, with front-wheel drive versions no longer being sold. Toyota’s advanced Multi-Terrain Select system is now standard on all trim levels. The RAV4 TRD Off Road model has also been discontinued for the 2023 model year.
2023 Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels
RAV4 LE AWD
Starting at $35,874.20*– Multi-Terrain Select
– Active Torque All Wheel Drive
– Five USB Ports
RAV4 XLE AWD
Starting at $39,634.20*– Smart Key with Push Button Start
– 7” Touchscreen Display
– Dual-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning
RAV4 Trail AWD
Starting at $43,334.20*– LED Fog Lights
– Power Moonroof
– Blind Spot Monitor
RAV4 Limited AWD
Starting at $47,534.20*– 9” Touchscreen Display
– Bird’s Eye View Monitor
– Intelligent Clearance Sonar
Interested in getting behind the wheel of your very own 2023 Toyota RAV4? Visit our showroom and browse through our inventory available RAV4 models at James Toyota. Located at 1234 Riverside Drive in Timmins, Ontario, our dealership carries a wide variety of new and used Toyota and off-make vehicles. Questions? Please don’t hesitate to contact us at (705) 267-7188 or book a test drive using the form below.