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2019 Honda CR-V vs. 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Honda CR-V and 2019 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 2019 Honda CR-V and the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

In comparing the 2019 Honda CR-V's and the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Honda CR-V's and the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a better car than the 2019 Honda CR-V.

Pricing: A used 2019 Honda CR-V ranges from $17,188 to $27,748 while a used 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is priced between $19,331 to $33,371.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Honda CR-V loses 34.5 percent of its value and the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid loses 30.1 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid retains 4.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Honda CR-V.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Honda CR-V’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid base engine makes 219 horsepower. The CR-V is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The RAV4 Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles. This gives the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Honda CR-V. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2019 Honda CR-V, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear shoulder room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Honda CR-V and the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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Model & Pricing
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

24450

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

24516

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

23350 - 26345

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

27850

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

30448

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

27700 - 35795

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

22598

Price Range:

17188 - 27748

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

18096

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

14451 - 23922

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1394

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

74513

# Good or Great Deals:

405

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

26472

Price Range:

19331 - 33371

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

21806

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

18038 - 26472

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

252

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

81198

# Good or Great Deals:

93

Honda CR-V Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

9.1 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Honda CR-V

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

9.6

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

5.1

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

3.6 - 9.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.363

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.5

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.328



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

16.780488289785424

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

3.3

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.7 - 16.8

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.776327963234175

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2.4

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

1.4 - 3.8

Honda CR-V Rankings

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

1 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs Under $35k

1 / 7

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $35k

1 / 7

Best Small SUVs Under $35k

1 / 3

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $35k

1 / 3

Best Crossover SUVs

2 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

2 / 67

Best Small SUVs

2 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

2 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

3 / 56

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

3 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

3 / 18

Best Crossover SUVs for Teens

3 / 9

Best Small SUVs for Teens

3 / 7

Best Family Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

5 / 19

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

6 / 67

Best Family Crossover SUVs

7 / 67

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

8 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

9 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Best Off-road Small SUVs

10 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

10 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

10 / 19

Safest Crossover SUVs

12 / 67

Best Small SUVs for Towing

13 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

17 / 67

Most Affordable Small SUVs

17 / 18

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

28 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

30 / 56

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

40 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

42 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

44 / 67

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Rankings

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 36

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 31

Hybrid Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 14

Most Affordable Hybrid Small SUVs

3 / 14

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

4 / 32

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

4 / 28

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

5 / 14

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Towing

7 / 14

Best Off-road Hybrid Small SUVs

7 / 14

Safest Hybrid SUVs

8 / 36

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

8 / 14

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

10 / 14

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Tall People

12 / 14

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small SUVs

12 / 14

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

15 / 31

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

15 / 31

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

17 / 36

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

19 / 36

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

19 / 31

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

20 / 36

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

22 / 31

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

24 / 36

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

24 / 31

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

27 / 36

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

27 / 36

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

29 / 31

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

29 / 31

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

33 / 36

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

34 / 36

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.

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Summary Review

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a compact crossover with seating for five. The current Toyota RAV4 Hybrid was redesigned for the 2019 model year, with new models costing between $28,650-$37,180 and 3-year-old models averaging $27,181.

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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

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

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

2019 Honda CR-V Trim Levels

EX, EX-L, LX, Touring

2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels

LE, Limited, XLE, XSE

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 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

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 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

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

184 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

180 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.056 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

219 hp @ 5700 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.059 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

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 / 32 / 28

Range (city/hwy):

364 / 448 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):


41 / 38 / 40

Range (city/hwy):

595 / 551 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

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

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention 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

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

39.2 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

75.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

145.1 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

41 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.4 inches

Cargo Space:

37.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

69.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

136.4 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3307 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

180.6 inches

Wheelbase:

104.7 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3710 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

67 inches

Length:

180.9 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Crystal Black Pearl

Blue

Obsidian Blue Pearl

Gray

Modern Steel Metallic

Red

Basque Red Pearl II

Silver

Lunar Silver Metallic

White

Platinum White Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blue Flame

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Silver Sky Metallic

White

Super White

Interior Colors

Beige

Ivory

Black

Black

Gray

Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Nutmeg

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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