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Toyota Avalon vs. Toyota RAV4

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Avalon and Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota Avalon and the Toyota RAV4.

In comparing the Toyota Avalon's and the Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Avalon has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. The Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Avalon's and the Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the Toyota Avalon.

Pricing: A used 2022 Toyota Avalon ranges from $23,973 to $39,286 while a used 2022 Toyota RAV4 is priced between $23,798 to $34,592.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Avalon loses 43.1 percent of its value and the Toyota RAV4 loses 30.3 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 retains 12.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Avalon.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Avalon is 8.3 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Avalon being ranked 1 out of 4 Best Large Cars and the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 4 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Avalon is 8.7 out of 10. For the Toyota RAV4 the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Avalon a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota RAV4.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Avalon’s base engine makes 301 horsepower, and the Toyota RAV4 base engine makes 203 horsepower. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 508 miles. This gives the Toyota RAV4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Avalon. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota RAV4, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and cargo space. The Toyota Avalon, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Avalon and the Toyota RAV4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

36825

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)

35178

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)

32500 - 37840

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

26975

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

26293

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

22445 - 29995

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

30602

Price Range:

23973 - 39286

Category Avg Price:
(Large Cars)

27719

Category Avg Price Range:
(Large Cars)

26020 - 30602

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

45

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

56085

# Good or Great Deals:

7

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

28760

Price Range:

23798 - 34592

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

24571

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

19300 - 28760

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1044

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

57897

# Good or Great Deals:

69

Toyota Avalon Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

8.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.3 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Toyota RAV4 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.8 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

9.1 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Avalon

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

15.9

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large Cars)

7.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large Cars)

6.5 - 15.9

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.46

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota RAV4

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

12.0

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

8.1

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

6.6 - 12.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.312



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.5545352946839066

Typical Category Recalls:
(Large Cars)

1.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Large Cars)

1.1 - 3.5

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.441098359760917

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

5.1

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.4 - 19.8

Toyota Avalon Rankings

Best Large Cars

1 / 4

Large Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 4

Large Cars with the Most Legroom

1 / 4

Most Reliable Large Cars

1 / 4

Safest Large Cars

1 / 4

Best Large Cars Under $40k

1 / 2

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $40k

1 / 2

Large Cars with the Most Horsepower

3 / 4

Most Comfortable Large Cars

3 / 4

Best Large Cars for Tall People

4 / 4

Toyota RAV4 Rankings

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 19

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

2 / 20

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

2 / 20

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

2 / 12

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

2 / 12

Best Crossover SUVs

4 / 66

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

4 / 66

Best Small SUVs

4 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

4 / 18

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

5 / 54

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

5 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

5 / 19

Best Family Small SUVs

7 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

7 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

8 / 18

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

10 / 66

Best Small SUVs for Towing

12 / 19

Best Family Crossover SUVs

14 / 66

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

16 / 19

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

18 / 66

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

19 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

19 / 19

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

20 / 54

Safest Crossover SUVs

28 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

30 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

37 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

44 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

44 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

65 / 66

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

65 / 66

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Toyota Avalon Trim Levels

Limited, Touring, XLE

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:

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

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:

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

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

301 hp @ 6600 rpm

Torque:

267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm

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

0.085 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

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:

3.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


22 / 32 / 26

Range (city/hwy):

319 / 464 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

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.1 inches

Cargo Space:

16.1 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

104.3 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:

3560 lbs

Width:

72.8 inches

Height:

56.5 inches

Length:

195.9 inches

Wheelbase:

113 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3380 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:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P215/55R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint

Brown

Opulent Amber

Gray

Harbor Gray Metallic

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl / Supersonic Red

Silver

Celestial Silver Metallic / Ice Edge

White

Wind Chill Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Not available

Brown

Not available

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Silver Sky Metallic

White

White

Interior Colors

Beige

Harvest Beige

Black

Black

Gray

Graphite

Interior Colors

Beige

Nutmeg

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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