Toyota RAV4 battery size
No photo for this year yet: we only show a photo of the matching generation.
All verified years: Group 35 (2000–2003, 2014–2018) · Group 24F (2006–2012) · Group H5 (47) (2019–2025) · Group H6 (48) (2019–2025) · Group H4 (140R) (2019–2025)
| Years | Engine / version | Group size | Min. CCA | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019–2025 | 2.5L 4-cyl (gas)without engine start-stop | Group H5 (47) | 565 | – |
| 2019–2025 | 2.5L 4-cyl (gas)with engine start-stop | Group H6 (48) | 605 | EFB |
| 2019–2025 | 2.5L Hybridbase (no smart key / premium audio) | Group H4 (140R) | 285 | – |
| 2019–2025 | 2.5L Hybridwith smart key / premium audio | Group H5 (47) | 345 | – |
| 2014–2018 | 2.5L 4-cyl (gas) | Group 35 | 355 | – |
| 2009–2012 | 2.5L 4-cyl | Group 24F | 585 | – |
| 2006–2012 | 3.5L V6 | Group 24F | 585 | – |
| 2006–2008 | 2.4L 4-cyl | Group 24F | 585 | – |
| 2001–2003 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Group 35 | 420 | – |
| 2000 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Group 35 | 360 | – |
– = not specified in our sources (hover for details): match the CCA or type on the battery in your car now. Last verified 2026-10-19; sources are listed below.
Check your car first
- 2019–2025 2.5L 4-cyl (gas), without engine start-stop: Factory battery is H5. Toyota dealers service this model with the larger H6. 2024-2025 confirmed by Toyota's guide only.
- 2019–2025 2.5L 4-cyl (gas), with engine start-stop: Start-stop models use an Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB). 2024-2025 confirmed by Toyota's guide only.
- 2019–2025 2.5L Hybrid, base (no smart key / premium audio): Toyota lists H4 as the standard hybrid battery. 2024-2025 confirmed by Toyota's guide only.
- 2019–2025 2.5L Hybrid, with smart key / premium audio: Toyota lists H5 as the optional hybrid battery. 2024-2025 confirmed by Toyota's guide only.
- Not shown yet: 2004-2005 and 2013 (Toyota's guide and the battery-maker guides disagree), 2016-2018 hybrids (Japanese JIS sizes), RAV4 EV and RAV4 Prime, 2026+ (new generation, not yet verified).
Confirm in your owner's manual. Battery fitment can change with engine, trim, option packages, market (US vs. Canada) and mid-year production changes. Before you buy, check the label on the battery that's in your car now and your owner's manual.
Sources for each row
Full source list: Toyota TrueStart Batteries, 2025-2026 Updates (application guide) (checked 2026-10-19) · Interstate Batteries Application Guide 2023 (2000-2023 model years) (checked 2026-10-21) · 2021 Mopar Batteries Application Guide (BCI replacement data) (checked 2026-10-21). We store facts and links only; we don't copy manuals or guides. How we check specs.
How to replace the battery
Tools: 10 mm wrench or socket (some hold-downs need 12 or 13 mm or an extension), gloves, eye protection, terminal brush. Time: about 15–30 minutes for an under-hood battery; longer if it's in the trunk or under a seat.
- Park, turn everything off and take the key or fob out of the car.
- Disconnect the negative (–) cable first, then the positive (+).
- Remove the hold-down and lift the battery out. Batteries are heavy (often 35–60 lb); lift with your legs.
- Clean the tray and cable ends. Set in the new battery with the posts on the same sides as the old one.
- Fit the hold-down, connect positive (+) first, then negative (–). Tighten until the clamps don't twist by hand.
- If your car has a vent tube on the battery (common for trunk or cabin batteries), reconnect it.
- Start the car. Some newer vehicles with a battery monitor need a reset or registration after a new battery. Your owner's manual explains it; a parts store or dealer can do it if needed.
Most parts stores take old batteries for recycling and usually refund a core charge.
Recalls for the Toyota RAV4 (2000–2025)
NHTSA lists 46 recall campaigns across the years shown on this page (all components, not just batteries). Check your own car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V256000 | 2026-04-22 | SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 2025 |
| 25V744000 | 2025-10-30 | BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION | 2023–2025 |
| 25V595000 | 2025-09-11 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 2023–2025 |
| 24V911000 | 2024-12-05 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER | 2024 |
| 23V865000 | 2023-12-20 | AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION | 2020–2021 |
| 23V734000 | 2023-11-01 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 2014–2018 |
Most recent 6 shown. Source: NHTSA Recalls API (recallsByVehicle), snapshot 2026-10-21.
FAQ
What size battery does a Toyota RAV4 take?
Verified sizes by year: Group 35 (2000–2003, 2014–2018), Group 24F (2006–2012), Group H5 (47) (2019–2025), Group H6 (48) (2019–2025), Group H4 (140R) (2019–2025). The exact size depends on engine and options, so use the table above for your year.
Does the Toyota RAV4 need an AGM battery?
An Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB) is listed for: 2019–2025 2.5L 4-cyl (gas) (with engine start-stop). If your car came with an AGM or EFB battery, replace it with the same type.
How many cold cranking amps (CCA) does a Toyota RAV4 need?
Minimum ratings in our sources range from 285 to 605 CCA depending on year and engine. Buying a battery with the same or higher CCA in the correct group size is fine.
Why are some RAV4 years missing?
We only show years we could check against a manufacturer-grade source. Not shown yet: 2004-2005 and 2013 (Toyota's guide and the battery-maker guides disagree), 2016-2018 hybrids (Japanese JIS sizes), RAV4 EV and RAV4 Prime, 2026+ (new generation, not yet verified).
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NHTSA's vehicle database lists the RAV4 for model years 2000–2025 in the range we checked.
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