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2018 Toyota RAV4 EV

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 RAV4 EV.

Body SUVEngine ElectricTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2018 Toyota RAV4 EV is a battery‑electric SUV built on the RAV4 platform and equipped with an automatic S6 transmission that delivers power directly from its electric motor. While the vehicle’s electric drivetrain eliminates a conventional gasoline engine, it inherits the same practical SUV dimensions and interior versatility that define the RAV4 line. Reliability data show a total of 328 owner complaints for this generation, with the electrical system identified as the most frequent issue and three recalls recorded, positioning the 2018 model toward the lower end of the model’s complaint spectrum that peaked at 555 complaints in 2002 and fell to just five in 2013. This relatively modest complaint record suggests that the 2018 RAV4 EV benefits from the incremental improvements made throughout the model’s history, offering a more dependable electric option within the RAV4 family.

Model year20192018201720162015201420132012

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA efficiency23/29/25 MPGeEPA · verified
EPA electric range0 miEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI S55D23R · 355 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9030179006. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI S55D23R · 355 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnSTOPOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/65r17, P235/55R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5-7.0, 7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 9672335028
Engine air filter1780137021 alt 178010V020
Fuel filter7702442070 alt 770240R010
Spark plug9091901259 alt 9091901233
Battery2880028102 alt 2880037092
Front wiper blades8522242120 alt 8522202280
Serpentine belt9091602721 alt 90916A2021
Thermostat90916A3004 alt 9091603136
Cabin air filter8713907020 alt 8713950100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length181.1 in
Overall width72.8 in
Overall height67.3 in
Wheelbase104.7 in
Curb weight3549 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined23 / 29 / 25 MPGe
Electric range0 mi
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.9
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.1 qt
Engine CoolantTOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant
Engine CoolantTOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub215.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub159.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.04-1.16 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity2.37 oz
Standard BCI Group NumberS55D23R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance355 cca
Standard BCI Group Number35

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 20
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 79; Rear: 65
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .866; Rear: .413
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002; Rear: .0059
Maximum Drum DiameterParking Brake: 6.850

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The federal record provided does not include data for the 2018 model year, as the RAV4 EV was discontinued after 2014. Within the available years, the EV generation shows a sharp escalation: complaints surged from just 5 in 2013 to 188 in 2014, and recalls rose from 3 to 7 over the same period, indicating growing reliability concerns as the model ended. The target year 2018 falls entirely outside this generation, so no direct trend comparison can be made. The data does not specify root causes for the 2014 spike, but the pattern suggests the final model year carried significant unresolved issues. For a 2018 RAV4, this EV-specific record is not applicable, and a buyer should instead consult data for the conventional gasoline or hybrid RAV4 of that year.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
183
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
328
Owner complaints
31 involved a crash · 32 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 328 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System84
Unknown Or Other48
Exterior Lighting17
Visibility/Wiper13
Service Brakes13
Air Bags12
Power Train12
Structure9

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V503000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 28/06/2019

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification… Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer…

17V831000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 20/12/2017

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 183 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
21TG012025-06-18Electrical System21TG01 Exprired - Replaced with Campaign 23TA13 During a recent investigation of reported…
21TG012025-06-18Electrical SystemCampaign Expired - replaced with campaign 23TA13TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONSUMER…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…

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Frequently asked

Does the 2018 RAV4 EV have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What is the EPA range and efficiency of the RAV4 EV?

EPA figures are 23 city / 29 highway / 25 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 0 miles.