HYBRID · Regular gas
Toyota RAV4 Prime Fuel Cost
Plug-in hybrid RAV4 with about 42 miles of EV range and quick acceleration. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 38 combined MPG and average US gas prices.
Best for high-mileage drivers who want the lowest possible monthly fuel bill.
- Great for commuting
- Low monthly fuel bill
- Cheap to run
- Excellent efficiency
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
38 MPG
36 MPG
38 MPG
14.5 gal
~551 mi
MPG breakdown
Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year
Based on 38 MPG and $3.45/gal.
Annual cost
$1089
Monthly cost
$91
Cost per mile
$0.091
Gallons / year
316
Estimate your own cost
Pre-filled with the Toyota RAV4 Prime's combined MPG.
Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Toyota RAV4 Prime. Adjust for your real-world driving.
Estimated Annual Cost
$0.00
Per Month
$0.00
Per Mile
$0.000
~316 gallons per year
Cost by annual mileage
How much you'll spend per year at common US mileage levels (estimates).
| Miles per year | Gallons / year | Annual cost | Monthly cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | 211 | $726 | $61 |
| 12,000 | 316 | $1089 | $91 |
| 15,000 | 395 | $1362 | $113 |
Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.
How we estimate Toyota RAV4 Prime costs
- MPG / MPGe
- EPA-style combined city + highway figures for the base trim and recent model year.
- Fuel price
- Average US retail regular gas, premium where required, or per-kWh electricity.
- Annual mileage
- Default scenarios at 8,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 miles per year.
- Trim & year variance
- AWD, larger wheels, towing packages and older years can lower efficiency 5–15%.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the estimated annual fuel cost for the Toyota RAV4 Prime?
Driving 12,000 miles per year at 38 MPG and $3.45/gal, expect about $1089 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.
What MPG does the Toyota RAV4 Prime get?
Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 38 city / 36 highway / 38 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.
What is the tank size of the Toyota RAV4 Prime?
The Toyota RAV4 Prime typically has a 14.5-gallon tank. At 38 combined MPG, that's roughly 551 miles of driving range per fill-up.
How does Toyota RAV4 Prime fuel cost compare to other vehicles?
At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $1089. Compare it to other hybrids on our index page or use the cost-per-mile calculator to compare two specific vehicles side-by-side.
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