Many engines in the Toyota RAV4 have a timing chain instead of a timing belt. These usually never need to be replaced. On this page you will find a list of Toyota RAV4 engines that have a cam chain.
You will also find information about which engines that have a timing belt.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 2000 to 2021.
The timing chains in Toyota RAV4 are known to last very well as long as service and oil changes are handled.
If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.
Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.
This can occur if, for example, the car has not been serviced properly.
If you are considering buying a used Toyota RAV4, make sure that the oil changes are made according to the car’s interval.
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Toyota RAV4 engines with a timing chain
Here you will find different engines in Toyota RAV4 that have a timing chain. I have divided the information into different tables according to each generation and model year.
Toyota RAV4 2000 – 2006
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2000 and 2006.
| Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
| Toyota RAV4 1.8 VVT-i 2000 – 2006 | 125 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 VVT-i 4×4 2000 – 2006 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D 4×4 2000 – 2006 | 115 hp | Timing belt |
Toyota RAV4 2005 – 2009
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2005 and 2009.
| Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 VVT-i 4×4 2005 – 2009 | 152 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-4D 4×4 2005 – 2009 | 136 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-CAT 4×4 2005 – 2009 | 177 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota RAV4 2008 – 2010
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2008 and 2010.
| Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 VVT-i 4×4 2008 – 2010 | 158 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-4D 2008 – 2010 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-4D 4×4 2008 – 2010 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-CAT 4×4 2008 – 2010 | 177 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota RAV4 2010 – 2013
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2010 and 2013.
| Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 VVT-i 4×4 2010 – 2013 | 158 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-4D 4×4 2010 – 2013 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-CAT 4×4 2010 – 2013 | 177 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota RAV4 2012 – 2015
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2012 and 2015.
| Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 4WD 2012 – 2015 | 152 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.5 4×4 2012 – 2015 | 180 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D 4×4 2012 – 2015 | 124 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-4D 4×4 2012 – 2015 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota RAV4 2016 – 2019
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2016 and 2019.
| Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
| Toyota RAV4 2.0 4×4 2016 – 2019 | 152 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 Hybrid E-CVT 2016 – 2019 | 197 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 Hybrid E-FOUR E-CVT 2016 – 2019 | 197 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota RAV4 2019 – 2021
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2019 and 2021.
| Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
| Toyota RAV4 Hybrid E-CVT 2019 – 2021 | 218 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i E-CVT 2019 – 2021 | 222 hp | Timing chain |
| Toyota RAV4 Laddhybrid E-CVT 2019 – 2021 | 306 hp | Timing chain |