Toyota RAV4 XA50
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
178–185 PS
2.5L Plug-in Hybrid Benzin
Plug-in RAV4 surprises
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Engine Overview
The Toyota RAV4 XA50 is available with 6 engine variants — from 150 to 190 hp.
The Toyota 2.0 (Benziner, 175 PS) has the M20A-FKS (2.0L Dynamic Force) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 2.0L Dynamic Force (Benziner, 175 PS) has the M20A-FKS (2.0L Dynamic Force) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota RAV4 2.0 Hybrid (Benziner Hybrid, 152 PS) has the M20A-FXS (2.0L Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
The Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid (Benziner Hybrid, 218 PS) has the A25A-FXS (2.5L Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid AWD (Benziner Hybrid, 222 PS) has the A25A-FXS (2.5L Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 306 PS) has the A25A-FXS-PHEV (2.5L Plug-in Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Recall: Brake booster pump Some RAV4 XA50 vehicles were recalled due to a defect in the brake booster pump. Symptoms: Brake pedal feels noticeably harder, brake warning light on. | Low | |
| Recall: Front control arm bolts Insufficiently tightened bolts on the front control arms can come loose. Official recall. Symptoms: Knocking noise from the front axle, imprecise steering, in extreme cases loss of control. | Low | |
| Recall: eCall system not activated Some RAV4 XA50 vehicles from model years 2018–2019 were recalled due to a faulty eCall system. Symptoms: eCall system not functioning. | Low |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 43 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota RAV4 XA50 (2019–2025) — 25 engine-related and 18 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Brakes, Electronics, Steering.
RAV4 (M20A-FKS, 2019–2021) — Be Careful: EGR Cooler Leak, Timing Chain Stretches at High Mileage, High-Pressure Pump Faulty. Power: 175 PS.
RAV4 (M20A-FXS, 2019–2025) — Be Careful: EGR Cooler Leak with Coolant Ingress, EGR Cooler Leaking — Coolant Entering Engine, EGR Cooler Cracks — Coolant in Combustion Chamber. Power: 152 PS.
RAV4 (A25A-FXS, 2019–2025) — Be Careful: Hybrid Battery: Moisture and Heat Protection, EGR System Clogged and EGR Cooler Leaking, Timing Chain Wear as Known Weak Point. Power: 178–185 PS.
RAV4 (A25A-FXS-PHEV, 2020–2025) — Be Careful: High-Voltage Cable Rear Axle Corroded (Cablegate), DC-DC Converter Failure in Frost, EGR System Clogged and EGR Cooler Leaking. Power: 178–185 PS.
What to watch out for with the Toyota RAV4? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee