1996-2000 Toyota RAV4: Technical Specifications
Updated: 11/23/08
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Specs for this generation Toyota RAV4 include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | 2-door convertible | 2-door wagon | 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 86.6 | 86.6 | 94.9-98.0 |
| Overall Length, in. | 147.6 | 147.6 | 163.8-165.1 |
| Overall Width, in. | 66.7 | 66.7 | 66.7 |
| Overall Height, in. | 65.0 | 65.2 | 65.4 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 2723 | 2701 | 2789 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 35.3 | 34.7 | 57.9-68.3 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- | -- | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 15.3 | 15.3 | 15.3 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 | 45 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.0 | 40.0 | 40.3 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 39.5 | 39.5 | 39.5-42.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.6 | 38.6 | 39.0 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 33.9 | 33.9 | 33.9 |
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Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist. |
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Powertrain Options and Availability
Only one engine has been available: a dual-overhead-cam 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, producing 120 horsepower (later, 127). Either a 5-speed manual transmission or optional 4-speed automatic might be installed. Automatic has not been available for the 2-door 4x4.
| Engines | cu. in |
Horse- power | Torque | Transmission: |
Consumer Guide Observed |
| dohc I4 | 2.0 / 122 | 120 | 125 | 5-speed manual: 22/26 4-speed automatic: 22/26 |
5-speed manual: -- 4-speed automatic: 20.8 |
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Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist. |
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Built In: Japan
Drive Wheels: transverse front-engine/front- or 4-wheel drive








