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Used suv, 2023
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 LE is the entry trim of America's best-selling compact SUV — and arguably the strongest depreciation-adjusted value in the segment. Here's our 60-day forecast and buying guide.
Current median price
$27,998
909 active listings
60-day forecast
$27,619
AI-predicted median
Expected change
-1.4%
vs. today
Confidence
89%
forecast confidence
Median days on market
53 days
last 90 days, n=2,112 listings
How 2023 Toyota RAV4 is tracking: CarCast forecasts a -1.4% move over the next 60 days. The broader used-car market is down 0.6% year-over-year (MUVVI) and down 1.5% on the consumer price index.
Median asking prices aggregated weekly from active dealer and auction listings.
We refresh the 2023 Toyota RAV4 LEforecast every Sunday. We'll email you a short update whenever the median moves more than $500 or 2%.
| Week ending | Low (P10) | Expected (P50) | High (P90) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 25, 2026 | $27,616 | $27,931 | $28,288 |
| Nov 1, 2026 | $27,580 | $28,012 | $28,426 |
| Nov 8, 2026 | $27,374 | $27,928 | $28,417 |
| Nov 15, 2026 | $27,256 | $27,922 | $28,498 |
| Nov 22, 2026 | $27,129 | $27,834 | $28,470 |
| Nov 29, 2026 | $27,039 | $27,786 | $28,454 |
| Dec 6, 2026 | $26,899 | $27,679 | $28,385 |
| Dec 13, 2026 | $26,782 | $27,619 | $28,366 |
The Toyota RAV4 LE is the base trim of America's best-selling compact SUV, and it represents exceptional long-term value. LE sits below XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure, TRD Off-Road, and Limited. Despite being the entry trim, the LE includes Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 standard — the same advanced safety suite as the top-trim Limited.
The 2019 redesign brought the current generation, with more angular styling, the TNGA-K platform, and improved fuel economy. 2019+ RAV4 LEs hold value roughly 7-10% better than 2013-2018 fourth-gen units. The 2021 refresh added standard Android Auto and a better infotainment interface — seek this out.
The 2.5L four-cylinder is the only engine on gasoline LEs — no upgrade engine is offered at this trim. The 8-speed automatic is smooth and reliable. AWD LEs command a $1,500-$2,000 premium over FWD LEs, and AWD sells faster on dealer lots in most regions. Hybrid LE is not offered (hybrid starts at LE Hybrid, a separate model) — if you want a hybrid, you're looking at a different vehicle.
The LE has cloth seats, 17-inch steel wheels with covers, manual climate control. It's spartan — if you want leatherette, dual-zone climate, or 19-inch alloys, step up to XLE. But the LE's running costs are the lowest of any compact SUV and it retains value nearly as well as XLE despite costing less new.
RAV4 pricing is less regionally volatile than trucks. Expect national pricing to run within a $1,500-$2,000 band across regions. AWD LEs carry stronger premiums in Colorado, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Northeast due to winter weather demand.
Very close. CR-V LX has a nicer interior and more cargo space; RAV4 LE has marginally better fuel economy and slightly stronger resale. At equivalent mileage expect pricing within $500. Our 60-day forecasts show them moving in parallel. Either is a strong value buy.
2021-2022 RAV4 LE AWD is the sweet spot. Post-refresh infotainment is significantly better, 8-speed transmission is fully sorted, and pricing has settled. Expect to pay $22,000-$27,000 depending on mileage and region.
If you live in a snow-belt state, yes — AWD LEs resell faster and hold value better. If you're in a mild climate, FWD is fine and saves $1,500-$2,000 up front without significantly hurting resale.
Our model expects prices to stay roughly flat over the forecast window.
CarCast's AI-powered forecasting combines live listing prices, historical trends, regional economic indicators, and search-interest data to project where used car prices are heading. Informational analytics only — not financial advice.
Forecasts and trend classifications are informational analytics only and do not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to purchase, hold, or sell any vehicle. Individual market conditions vary.
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