Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4
When comparing the Honda CR-V's and the Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and base engine power. The Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Honda CR-V's and the Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the Honda CR-V.
Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4 Pricing
A used 2024 Honda CR-V ranges from $32,459 to $38,283 while a used 2024 Toyota RAV4 is priced between $30,382 to $40,300. For a new model, the Honda CR-V's price is between $31,451 and $37,940, with the Toyota RAV4 priced between $30,958 and $41,590.
Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda CR-V loses 36.5 percent of its value and the Toyota RAV4 loses 34.7 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 retains 1.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Honda CR-V.
Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda CR-V is 9.1 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Honda CR-V being ranked 1 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs and the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 2 out of 66. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Honda CR-V is ranked 1 and the Toyota RAV4 is ranked 2. The Honda CR-V is also ranked 1 out of 19 Best Small SUVs while the Toyota RAV4 is ranked 2 out of 19.
Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda CR-V is 9.0 out of 10. For the Toyota RAV4 the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Honda CR-V a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota RAV4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda CR-V’s base engine makes 190 horsepower, and the Toyota RAV4 base engine makes 203 horsepower. Both the CR-V and the RAV4 are rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 476 and 508 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the Honda CR-V 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 Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Overview
In the world of compact crossover vehicles, this is the Battle of the Titans, the leading entries in the class for over two decades. The CR-V has moved more in the grown-up, sophisticated direction, while the RAV4 has shifted toward attracting a younger, more active audience. Both the CR-V and RAV4 start with standard front-wheel drive and offer optional all-wheel drive. They also both offer a hybrid gasoline-electric option, while the RAV4 ups the stakes with a plug-in hybrid version as well. Prices between the two crossovers are very competitive, and a clear winner is impossible to call. The good news? You can’t go wrong with either.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
31451 - 37940
Used Asking Price:
32459 - 38283
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.364769
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30958 - 41590
Used Asking Price:
30382 - 40300
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.347266
Honda CR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.098742 / 10
Reliability:
8.996227 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.634471 / 10
Reliability:
8.403413 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Honda CR-V Rankings
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64 out of / 66Summary 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.
Summary 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.
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
Gasoline
Honda CR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, LX
Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels
Adventure, LE, Limited, TRD Off-Road, XLE, XLE Premium
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
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
179 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 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):
28 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 508 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
39.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
76.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
145.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 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:
3472 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3370 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17