2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 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 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
In comparing the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's and the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's and the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a better car than the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
Pricing: A used 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid ranges from $16,806 to $27,497 while a used 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is priced between $18,420 to $28,998.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid both lose 30.4 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is 8.3 out of 10. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is ranked 2 out of 12 Best Hybrid Small SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 27 Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is ranked 5 and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is ranked 5 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is also ranked 8 out of 32 Best Hybrid SUVs while the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is ranked 8 out of 32 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is 6.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid makes 194 horsepower. Both the RAV4 Hybrid and the RAV4 Hybrid are rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,910
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$27,075
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$26,240 - $27,910
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,385
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$29,667
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$27,020 - $34,595
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,086
Price Range:
$16,806 - $27,497
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$19,528
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$16,970 - $22,086
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
107
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
93,549
# Good or Great Deals:
24
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$23,816
Price Range:
$18,420 - $28,998
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$21,021
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$19,495 - $23,816
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
126
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
74,535
# Good or Great Deals:
27
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
4.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
2.8 - 5.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
7.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
5.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
3.8 - 6.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
7.6%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
1.4 - 2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
1.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
1.4 - 3.1
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Rankings
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29 out of / 32Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Rankings
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29 out of / 32Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels
LE Plus, Limited, SE, XLE
2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels
LE, LE Plus, Limited, SE, XLE
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:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
34 / 30 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
503 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
34 / 30 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
503 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
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
Paddle Shifters:
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
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
Paddle Shifters:
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
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
35.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 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:
35.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3925 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
67.1 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3925 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
67.1 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sand Pearl
Blue
Electric Storm Blue
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Green
Galactic Aqua Mica
Silver
Silver Sky Metallic
White
Super White
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sand Pearl
Blue
Electric Storm Blue
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Green
Galactic Aqua Mica
Silver
Silver Sky Metallic
White
Super White
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Nutmeg
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
Interior Colors
Beige
Nutmeg
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
