Skip to main content

Used 2021 Toyota RAV4 Consumer Reviews

3.5 out of 5 stars
112 reviews

See Edmunds pricing data

Has Your Car's Value Changed?

Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.

Price history graph example

Trending topics in reviews

Pros
Cons
3 out of 5 stars

Struggling start at times

Ricki Killmer, 07/24/2023
2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I have a 2021 Toyota Rav4 XLE. Around 48,000 miles started having an issue with starting later in day. It usually starts fine first start of say but later in day has off and on struggle/ shake when starts. Battery has been checked. Dealership changed Starter. Battery has been checked. Still having issue. No codes. Hate this. Wish someone could help diagnose issue. Anyone else experiencing such an issue?

Safety
5 out of 5 stars
Technology
4 out of 5 stars
Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Interior
4 out of 5 stars
Comfort
4 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
3 out of 5 stars
Report Abuse

4 out of 5 stars

Dependable but poor quality in details

Smeckman, 07/30/2025
2021 Toyota RAV4 LE 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I've got 85K miles on this vehicle and overall I am pleased. Lately though, I've been having issues with the cheap plastic parts . The glove box broke and it's been a pain dealing with it. Also, the cabin filter cover won't stay in place. Along with those problems, the hatchback handle broke. It's cheap plastic. Too bad Toyota won't upgrade the plastic parts with more durable parts. Other than that and the crappy audio system and lack of padding on the touchable parts, this has so far been reliable in the major components and that all means the most to me. I believe most cars are made cheaply these days though I've never had a Honda. That might be my next choice to compare the 2 major makers.

Safety
4 out of 5 stars
Technology
4 out of 5 stars
Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Interior
3 out of 5 stars
Comfort
2 out of 5 stars
Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Value
4 out of 5 stars
Report Abuse
2021 Toyota RAV4 for sale near you
Showing 3 of 154 listings
See all 154 listings

5 out of 5 stars

My 2021 Toyota Rav4 Dream Car

Gail, 01/23/2025
2021 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I LOVE the gas mileage. I haven't filled up in 4 weeks! So many bells and whistles to explore. My last Rav4 saved my life from a red light runner, so I bought the exact same car again.

Safety
5 out of 5 stars
Technology
5 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Interior
5 out of 5 stars
Comfort
5 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
4 out of 5 stars
Report Abuse

4 out of 5 stars

Reliable, but not exciting.

Jimmy J., 07/25/2023
2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Teh 21 RAV4 is a good SUV. Relibale, well equipped and steady. The only downer is that it's not exciting.

Report Abuse

5 out of 5 stars

Roving Rav

TJ, 06/27/2021
updated 01/11/2022
2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

The Rav4 is an excellent SUV. Whats not to like? Great engine a non-turbo long lasting reliable AWD vehicle. Nice interior more space than the Venza.

Safety
5 out of 5 stars
Technology
5 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Interior
5 out of 5 stars
Comfort
5 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
4 out of 5 stars
Report Abuse
Items per page:
5