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Toyota RAV4 Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the Toyota RAV4 depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The Toyota RAV4 is America's best-selling non-truck vehicle and the benchmark compact SUV for resale value. Strong demand, legendary reliability, and a popular hybrid lineup give the RAV4 some of the slowest depreciation in its segment, with retained value consistently beating the industry average by 10–15 percentage points at the 5-year mark.

1-year depreciation
12%
5-year retention
64%
MSRP
$28,675–$45k
Avg mi / year
14,000

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$13,262
-36%
Value at purchase
$36,838
Brand new
Value when you sell
$23,576
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$2,652
Depreciation / mi
$0.22
XA60
6th generation · started 2026

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $36,838

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $36,838 100%
Year 1 $32,417 88% -$4,421 (12%)
Year 2 $29,839 81% -$2,578 (8%)
Year 3 $27,629 75% -$2,210 (7.4%)
Year 4 $25,418 69% -$2,211 (8%)
Year 5 $23,576 64% -$1,842 (7.2%)
Year 6 $21,366 58% -$2,210 (9.4%)
Year 7 $19,524 53% -$1,842 (8.6%)
Year 8 $17,682 48% -$1,842 (9.4%)
Year 9 $16,209 44% -$1,473 (8.3%)
Year 10 $14,735 40% -$1,474 (9.1%)

Toyota RAV4 depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Toyota RAV4 depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

Baseline market and the RAV4's strongest territory. Hybrid and Prime (PHEV) variants often sell above MSRP used, making depreciation among the lowest in the compact SUV class.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
+2% retention

Canada's AWD-heavy buyer base and cold climates make the RAV4 Hybrid especially coveted. Used examples can hold value slightly better than in the US, particularly in Ontario and Quebec.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
-8% retention

Sold as a hybrid-only model in the UK, the RAV4 faces stiffer competition from the Nissan Qashqai and Kia Sportage. Depreciation is moderate but steeper than the US due to thinner demand for larger SUVs.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-10% retention

Europe's preference for smaller crossovers and diesels leaves the RAV4 as a niche choice. Hybrid models retain value better than average, but overall depreciation is faster than in North America.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
+10% retention

Extremely popular family SUV in Saudi Arabia thanks to Toyota's service network and desert reliability. Gas (non-hybrid) AWD trims retain value exceptionally well in the used market.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
-15% retention

RAV4 is not officially sold in India; only a handful arrive as CBU imports. Limited parts support and high duties make resale weak and highly buyer-dependent.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
+5% retention

The RAV4 Hybrid has multi-year waiting lists in Australia, pushing used prices unusually high. Low-mileage examples under 3 years old often sell within 5% of new MSRP.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

Toyota RAV4 depreciation after an accident

An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Toyota RAV4.

Minor accident
+8% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+18% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+33% depreciation

Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.

This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.

Toyota RAV4 FAQ

How much does a Toyota RAV4 depreciate per year?
A new Toyota RAV4 depreciates about 12% in its first year and roughly 5–7% each year after. After 5 years, a RAV4 retains around 64% of its original MSRP — one of the best figures in the compact SUV segment and well above the ~50% industry average.
What is a Toyota RAV4 worth after 5 years?
A RAV4 purchased new for $35,000 will typically be worth about $22,400 after 5 years and 70,000 miles. Hybrid and TRD Off-Road trims can command an additional 5–8% premium due to stronger used-market demand.
Does the RAV4 Hybrid depreciate slower than the gas version?
Yes. The RAV4 Hybrid depreciates roughly 3–5% slower than the gas model over a 5-year window thanks to fuel-savings demand and multi-year waitlists at dealers. The Prime PHEV depreciates even slower in states with EV incentives.
How does mileage affect Toyota RAV4 resale value?
Every mile above the 14,000/year average reduces RAV4 value by approximately $0.013. A 5-year-old RAV4 with 100,000 miles will typically sell for 8–10% less than an equivalent example with 60,000 miles, though Toyota's reliability reputation softens the penalty compared to rivals.
How much does an accident reduce a RAV4's value?
A minor accident reduces resale by around 8%, a moderate accident by roughly 18%, and a major accident with structural damage by about 33%. Carfax-reported incidents cause permanent diminished value even after professional repairs.

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