Does the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the SE AWD.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $95 more a year.
- 50% of 134 SUVs (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more. Electric miles 50%.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 38 | $505 | $600 |
| XSE AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 38 | $505 | $600 |
| RAV4 Adventure AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| RAV4 LE AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| RAV4 Limited AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| RAV4 TRD Off-Road AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| RAV4 XLE AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| RAV4 XLE Premium AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime | SE AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Acura RDX | FWD | Premium |
| 2021 INFINITI QX50 | PURE FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB | 250 FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Lexus NX | 300 FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Toyota 4Runner | SR5 2WD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree