Toyota RAV4 2013-2018

The Toyota RAV4, produced from 2013 to 2018, marked a significant evolution in the compact SUV segment, emphasizing a blend of modern design, advanced technology, and enhanced practicality. This generation featured a more streamlined and contemporary exterior design, departing from its boxy predecessor. The interior received notable improvements, offering a well-appointed cabin with spacious seating for up to five passengers. Toyota introduced advanced driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control and lane departure warning, improving safety and convenience.

Regarding technology, the RAV4 integrated modern features such as a standard touchscreen infotainment system, available navigation, and smartphone connectivity. Safety remained a priority, with a comprehensive suite of safety technologies, including multiple airbags, stability control, and advanced collision-avoidance systems. The RAV4's powertrains were designed for efficiency and reliability, maintaining its reputation as a practical and dependable choice for compact SUV buyers. In summary, the Toyota RAV4 from 2013 to 2018 represented a shift towards a more stylish and technologically advanced compact SUV, offering a blend of reliability, modernity, and efficiency to appeal to a wide range of buyers.

Toyota RAV4 specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes

Chassis

• Type: XA40

Engine 2.4L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Oil capacity: 4.6qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.4L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity:  15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp.gal.)

Cooling System

• Type:
  • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is used in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill. To avoid technical problems, use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non- amine, non- nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. (Coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and organic acids.) Do not use plain water alone.
• Capacity:
  • Without towing package: 7.2 qt. (6.8 L, 6.0 Imp. qt.)
  • With towing package: 7.0 qt. (6.6 L, 5.8 Imp. qt.)

Rear differential (AWD models)

• Type: Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
• Capacity: 0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp.qt.

Automatic transaxle

• Type: Toyota Genuine ATF WS
  •  Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage your vehicle’s transmission.
• Capacity: 6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp.qt.)

Transfer (AWD models)

• Type: Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
• Capacity: 0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0.40 Imp.qt.)

Brakes

• Type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

Steering

• Type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III

Powertrain

Engine

• Petrol:
  • 2.0 L 3ZR-FAE I4
  • 2.0 L 3ZR-FE I4
  • 2.5 L 2AR-FE I4
• Diesel:
  • 2.0 L 2WW I4-T
  • 2.2 L 2AD-FTV I4-T
  • 2.2 L 2AD-FHV I4-T
• Petrol hybrid:
  • 2.5 L 2AR-FXE I4

Transmission

• 6-speed manual
• 6-speed U760E automatic
• eCVT (hybrid)

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Daytime Running Light Bulb:
  • 9012
  • LED
• Front Fog Light Bulb: H16
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7444NA
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9012
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: LED
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb: LED

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7443
  • LED
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• Inner Tail Light Bulb: 168
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Outer Tail Light Bulb: 7443
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 7444NA
  • LED
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb:
  • 7443
  • LED
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA
• Tail Light Bulb: LED

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: 168
• Map Light Bulb: 168
• Vanity Mirror Light Bulb: 175