Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) cost to own in West Virginia — the true 5-year total
The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) starts at $30,000. As of July 1, 2026, over 5 years, owning one (gas car) costs about $40,233 in West Virginia — $671/month, $0.67/mile — including depreciation, fuel, maintenance, insurance, financing and fees. That's $319 less than a comparable Honda CR-V LX (gas) over the same 5 years. West Virginia's electricity (16.1¢/kWh) is 15% below the U.S. average, and gas runs $3.79/gal here — both fed straight into the numbers above.
Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) · West Virginia · 5-year estimate$40,233 total · $671/mo · $0.67/mi
Where the money goes
| Cost component | Gas · Toyota RAV4 LE | Gas · Honda CR-V LX |
|---|---|---|
| Depreciation (estimated) | $10,800 (27%) | $11,470 (28%) |
| Charging / fuel | $7,578 (19%) | $7,578 (19%) |
| ↳ of which charging loss | — | — |
| Maintenance | $5,520 (14%) | $4,980 (12%) |
| Insurance | $11,000 (27%) | $11,000 (27%) |
| Financing interest | $5,078 (13%) | $5,266 (13%) |
| Registration & fees | $258 (1%) | $258 (1%) |
| Total cost of ownership | $40,233 | $40,552 |
Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) specs & assumptions
- Starting MSRP
- $30,000manufacturer base
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Efficiency
- 30 mpgEPA
- West Virginia gas
- $3.79/galAAA
- Annual miles (assumed)
- 12,000adjustable in tool
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What else moves your Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) cost
The 5-year total already folds in depreciation, fuel, insurance, maintenance and financing. Here's how the biggest levers work — and the ones that sit outside the total.
- Financing. Borrow the full $30,000 at a typical 7.2% new-car APR over 60 months and interest alone adds about $5,812. Lower the APR or add a down payment in the calculator and the total drops — financing is in the 5-year figure above.
- Insurance. Budget about $2,200/yr to insure this class — our own estimate, calibrated to Insurify/Bankrate 2026, included in the total above. Quotes vary widely by driver and ZIP, so get your own before deciding.
- Fuel price. The total uses West Virginia's pump price of $3.79/gal. Enter your local price in the calculator — at high-mileage driving it's the biggest single lever.
Recalls & reliability record — RAV4
Official U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) safety record for the RAV4, MY 2017–2025. Figures cover all powertrains and trims sold under the RAV4 nameplate for the model years shown. A recall means a free remedy is available at no cost. Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov), data as of .
Recalls (18)
- Seats
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat bracket welds as necessary, free of charge.
- Back Over Prevention
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge.
- Electrical System
Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge.
- Service Brakes
Dealers will inspect and tighten the front brake caliper mounting bracket and hub bearing bolts, as necessary, free of charge.
- Air Bags
Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge.
- Electrical System
Dealers will replace the battery clamp sub-assembly, battery tray, and positive terminal cover, free of charge.
- Tires
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wheel valve stems and replace the load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge.
- Air Bags
Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge.
Full recall history: every RAV4 campaign → — all 18 campaigns, grouped by year.
Consumer complaints
NHTSA has 2,996 consumer complaints on file for the RAV4 (MY 2017–2025). The most-reported areas: Electrical System, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA.
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