Hybrid · 2012–2018
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All about the Toyota RAV4 (XA40)All about the 2.0 / 2.5 Hybrid (M20A / A25A / 2AR) engine
The 2.5 Hybrid (M20A / A25A / 2AR) engine was fitted to the Toyota RAV4 (XA40) (2012–2018). In the EU that is 32.7 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 2.5 155 hp, 2.5, 2.5 232 hp.
The most expensive known risk is hybrid battery ageing (weak modules): it usually appears at 250,000–350,000 km and costs €1,500–4,000 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Coolant traces or dried pink crust at the pump, falling coolant level, sweet smell
Fix: Inspect the pump weep hole and seal; replace the pump and refill with Toyota long-life coolant
Signs: Check engine light with P0A80 or P0A7F, fan noise from the rear seat area, battery runs hot and wears faster
Fix: Remove and clean the battery fan and air duct, clean or replace the intake filter; check the battery itself if the codes return
Signs: Check Hybrid System warning with P0A80, engine runs more often, less electric assist, fuel use up
Fix: Have the battery tested (Toyota Hybrid Health Check); replace the pack with a new or quality reconditioned one, and clean its cooling fan at the same time
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €1,950–4,500. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Toyota RAV4 (XA40) with the 2.5 Hybrid (M20A / A25A / 2AR) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Inverter coolantHybrid system | every 160,000 km or every 120 months | €80–160 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Hybrid battery cooling filter cleanHybrid system | every 30,000 km | €0–40 |
| Hybrid transaxle fluidTransmission | every 100,000 km | €80–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Brake pads (regen-assisted)Brakes | usually at 80,000–160,000 km | €60–150 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 Petrol2,494 cm³ · 114 kW (155 hp) | 24.3 % | 2015–2017 | 116 g/km | — |
| 2.5 Petrol2,494 cm³ | 6.6 % | 2013–2017 | 116 g/km | — |
| 2.5 Petrol2,494 cm³ · 171 kW (232 hp) | 1.3 % | 2017–2017 | 116 g/km | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (6). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: hybrid battery ageing (weak modules) (250,000–350,000 km, €1,500–4,000); hybrid battery cooling fan or intake filter clogged with dust (60,000–250,000 km, €50–250).
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Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026