Toyota RAV4 wing mirror: generations, types and replacement
Which Toyota RAV4 mirror you need, how generations differ and what to check before you order.
Toyota RAV4 generations and mirror differences
| Generation | Years | Mirror notes |
|---|---|---|
| XA30 | 2006-2012 | Older cars with simpler mirrors. Electric adjustment is common. |
| XA40 | 2013-2018 | A facelift sits within this range. Hybrid versions arrived during this period. Mirror options vary by trim. |
| XA50 | 2019 onwards | Newer generation, including hybrid and plug-in versions. Not interchangeable with earlier cars. Driver-assist options affect some mirrors. |
Year ranges are approximate and based on European sales. Check your registration and handbook for your car.
Which Toyota RAV4 mirror do you have?
Features depend on year, market and trim. Cars like yours may come with:
- Electric adjustment on most cars
- Heated glass on many trims
- Power folding on some trims
- Indicator repeater in the mirror on many cars
- Blind spot monitoring on some newer trims, with a warning light in the mirror
Test your own car: does the mirror adjust electrically, fold, show an indicator, or clear mist with the rear screen heater on? Match those features when ordering.
Common Toyota RAV4 wing mirror problems
- Cracked glass or damaged caps from tight spots
- Fold motor stopping on cars with power folding
- Indicator or heating faults on higher-spec mirrors
Tip for your RAV4
Hybrid and petrol RAV4s of the same year usually share mirror designs, but trim differences matter. Match your features, not just the badge.
Glass, cap or full unit?
If only the glass is cracked, glass alone is usually enough. A broken housing, a dead motor or a failed indicator usually means a full unit. See glass vs full unit and replacing a wing mirror.
Toyota RAV4 wing mirror FAQs
Is the hybrid RAV4 mirror different from the petrol one?
Often the body and mirror design are the same for a given generation, but trim and options can differ. Match yours by year and features.
Does my RAV4 have blind spot monitoring?
Some newer trims do. If your mirror has a small warning light, you need a mirror that includes that function.
Which side is the driver's side Toyota RAV4 wing mirror in Ireland?
The right-hand (offside) mirror. The left-hand (nearside) mirror is the passenger side.
Need help finding the right mirror?
Send us your registration number, which side (driver or passenger) and a photo of the back of the mirror, and we will point you to the correct part.