2016 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2016 Honda CR-V
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2016 Toyota RAV4 and 2016 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 2016 Toyota RAV4 and the 2016 Honda CR-V.
In comparing the 2016 Toyota RAV4's and the 2016 Honda CR-V's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and overall quality score. The 2016 Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2016 Toyota RAV4 and 2016 Honda CR-V have the same Based on this comparison of the 2016 Toyota RAV4's and the 2016 Honda CR-V's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Honda CR-V is a better car than the 2016 Toyota RAV4.
Pricing: A used 2016 Toyota RAV4 ranges from $12,000 to $22,175 while a used 2016 Honda CR-V is priced between $11,495 to $21,284.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Toyota RAV4 loses 30.3 percent of its value and the 2016 Honda CR-V loses 34.5 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Toyota RAV4 retains 4.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 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 19 Best Small SUVs and the Honda CR-V being ranked 1 out of 19. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Toyota RAV4 is ranked 6 and the Honda CR-V is ranked 2.
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 2016 Toyota RAV4’s base engine makes 176 horsepower, and the 2016 Honda CR-V base engine makes 185 horsepower. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The CR-V is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 505 miles. This gives the 2016 Honda CR-V the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2016 Toyota RAV4. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2016 Honda CR-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2016 Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2016 Toyota RAV4 and the 2016 Honda CR-V have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
24350
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
23470
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
21795 - 24995
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23845
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
23470
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
21795 - 24995
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
17097
Price Range:
12000 - 22175
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
12884
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
10894 - 17097
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
609
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
113911
# Good or Great Deals:
187
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
16506
Price Range:
11495 - 21284
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
12884
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
10894 - 17097
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1240
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
111148
# Good or Great Deals:
375
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 2016 Toyota RAV4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.0
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
2.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
0.6 - 6.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.312
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 Honda CR-V
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
2.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
0.6 - 6.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.363
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.1968938872032218
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.3 - 8.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.808559530217993
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.3 - 8.2
Toyota RAV4 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
2016 Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels
LE, Limited, SE, XLE
2016 Honda CR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX, SE, Touring
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
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:
5 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:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
176 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
382 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
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
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
37.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3455 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
67.1 inches
Length:
181.1 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3358 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
64.7 inches
Length:
179.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Electric Storm Blue
Brown
Black Currant Metallic
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Orange
Hot Lava
Red
Barcelona Red Metallic
Silver
Silver Sky Metallic
White
Super White
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Orange
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
White Diamond Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Beige
Gray
Gray
