Key Features of the 2025 Toyota RAV4

203-HP 2.5L Inline 4-Cylinder

RAV4’s 203-HP 2.5L 4-cylinder engine is tuned for confident acceleration and everyday efficiency, and it’s paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission that shifts cleanly and stays composed under light or heavy throttle. Around town, the powertrain feels responsive off the line, so merging and passing take less planning. At highway speeds, the transmission settles into a relaxed rhythm, which contributes to a hushed cabin and smooth cruising. Toyota’s calibration strikes a welcome balance: there’s enough power to carry full passengers and gear without fuss, yet the drivetrain remains refined in stop-and-go traffic. Three selectable drive modes help you tailor the experience: SPORT Mode sharpens throttle response for a more enthusiastic feel, Eco Mode helps optimize efficiency, and NORMAL Mode balances both for a natural, daily-driver character. The result is a powertrain that earns trust day after day, regardless of weather, load, or destination.

Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and Multi-Terrain Select (MTS)

Maryland weather changes quickly, and RAV4’s available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is designed to keep you feeling surefooted. The system is quick to send power where it’s needed, enhancing traction on wet, snowy, or unpaved surfaces. On select grades, available Dynamic Torque Vectoring All-Wheel Drive (TV-AWD) can actively distribute engine torque to the rear wheels and even between left and right, helping you carve a cleaner line through corners and maintain composure on uneven surfaces. Multi-Terrain Select (MTS), when equipped, adds dial-in confidence with specific modes for MUD & SAND, ROCK & DIRT, SNOW and NORMAL. These settings collaborate with throttle, braking, and drivetrain logic to maintain momentum and grip when conditions get tricky. With up to 8.6 inches of ground clearance on select models, the RAV4 maintains the practical angles you want for trailheads, gravel access roads, and snow-packed driveways, while remaining easy to park and maneuver in tight urban spaces.

Toyota Audio Multimedia with 10.5-in. Display

The available 10.5-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia system centers your drive with a crisp, intuitive interface. Core controls are sized and positioned for quick, glance-friendly access, while natural voice commands make it easier to request navigation points, adjust audio, or place calls without taking hands off the wheel. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility streamline your smartphone connection — no clutter of cables, just instant access to your apps, playlists, messages, and maps. Available SiriusXM® brings an expansive range of channels for music, news, and sports to keep long drives fresh. Audiophiles can step further with an available JBL® Premium Audio system, which adds clarity and presence that rivals a living-room setup. Importantly, the interface feels familiar, not fussy: menus are thoughtfully arranged, touch targets are generous, and system responses are quick, which reduces learning curves and distractions alike.

12.3-in. Digital Gauge Cluster and Connected Services

An available 12.3-in. digital gauge cluster presents the information you care about most in a clean, configurable layout. You can prioritize driver-assist views, turn-by-turn directions, or performance data to match the trip ahead. The clarity and brightness of the display keep it legible in bright daylight or after dusk, and the transitions between layouts are smooth and responsive. RAV4 also offers Connected Services that bring meaningful everyday benefits, such as remote capability features, select vehicle health insights, and available cloud-based navigation on equipped models. With the cluster and multimedia working in tandem, your key info stays logically placed — navigation remains front-and-center when unfamiliar roads appear, and audio or call details tuck neatly into secondary tiles. It’s a well-conceived digital environment that respects your attention while keeping you informed.

TSS 2.5

TSS 2.5 brings a suite of driver assistance features that support your awareness and peace of mind. Core functions are engineered to assist with the most common driving scenarios — maintaining appropriate distance on the highway, helping you stay centered in your lane, and providing alerts to help warn you of potential hazards. In dense traffic or on long road trips, this support may help reduce fatigue and add calm to the drive. The system’s aim is not to replace driver attention but to work with you, lending a helpful assist when it matters. Combined with RAV4’s commendable outward visibility, solid braking feel, and stable ride tuning, these technologies contribute to the sense that the vehicle is always working in the background to support your decisions. It’s an integrated approach to confidence, not a checklist of disconnected add-ons.