2011 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2011 Toyota RAV4 and 2011 Honda CR-V contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2011 Toyota RAV4 and the 2011 Honda CR-V.
When comparing the 2011 Toyota RAV4's and the 2011 Honda CR-V's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2011 Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2011 Toyota RAV4 and 2011 Honda CR-V have the same fuel efficiency Based on this comparison of the 2011 Toyota RAV4's and the 2011 Honda CR-V's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the 2011 Honda CR-V.
Pricing: A used 2011 Toyota RAV4 ranges from $6,163 to $14,989 while a used 2011 Honda CR-V is priced between $5,991 to $14,239.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2011 Toyota RAV4 loses 30.3 percent of its value and the 2011 Honda CR-V loses 34.5 percent of its value. This means the 2011 Toyota RAV4 retains 4.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2011 Honda CR-V.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota RAV4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Honda CR-V's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 4 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs and the Honda CR-V being ranked 1 out of 66. Out of 19 Best Small SUVs, the Toyota RAV4 is ranked 4 and the Honda CR-V is ranked 1.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V is 8.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2011 Toyota RAV4’s base engine makes 179 horsepower, and the 2011 Honda CR-V base engine makes 180 horsepower. Both the RAV4 and the CR-V are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 445 and 428 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2011 Toyota RAV4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2011 Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2011 Toyota RAV4 and the 2011 Honda CR-V have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
22475
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
22284
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
18295 - 25790
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
21695
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
22284
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
18295 - 25790
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
10332
Price Range:
6163 - 14989
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
8802
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
6651 - 22085
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
233
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
150435
# Good or Great Deals:
56
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
9906
Price Range:
5991 - 14239
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
8802
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
6651 - 22085
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
496
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
147587
# Good or Great Deals:
102
Toyota RAV4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Honda CR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2011 Toyota RAV4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2011 Honda CR-V
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.691022966328857
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
4.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.9 - 20.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
18.80119974813118
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
4.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.9 - 20.1
Toyota RAV4 Rankings
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65 out of / 66Honda CR-V Rankings
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43 out of / 66Summary Review
The Toyota RAV4 is a compact crossover with seating for five. The current Toyota RAV4 was redesigned for the 2019 model year, with new models averaging $31,101 and 3-year-old models averaging $23,510.
Summary Review
The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover with mass appeal. It has been one of the best-selling SUVs since its introduction as a 1997 model. The current CR-V benefitted from a redesign for the 2017 model year, with new models costing an average of $31,288 and 3-year-old models averaging $25,089.
Pros and Cons
- Reputation for durability
- Gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models available
- Rugged SUV-like capability with the TRD Pro Off-Road trim
- Lackluster driving experience
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto late to arrive
- Cumbersome touchscreen controls
Pros and Cons
- Hybrid version available
- Assertive exterior design
- Highly functional and comfortable interior
- Priced higher than some competitors
- Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is not to every driver’s taste
- Blind-spot monitoring unavailable in base models
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2011 Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Sport
2011 Honda CR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
179 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 445 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 428 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
36.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
35.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3360 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
181.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3386 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
179.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sandy Beach Metallic
Black
Black
Blue
Pacific Blue Metallic
Green
Black Forest Pearl / Pyrite Mica
Red
Barcelona Red Metallic
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Super White
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Glacier Blue Metallic / Royal Blue Pearl
Green
Opal Sage Metallic
Red
Tango Red Pearl
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Gray
Polished Metal Metallic / Urban Titanium Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Sand Beige
Gray
Ash
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Ivory
Gray
Gray
Black
Black
