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Toyota Corolla vs. Toyota RAV4

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

In comparing the Toyota Corolla's and the Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing. The Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Corolla's and the Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the Toyota Corolla.

Pricing: For a new model, the Toyota Corolla's price is between $24,034 and $29,050, with the Toyota RAV4 priced between $31,697 and $42,082.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Corolla loses 31.3 percent of its value and the Toyota RAV4 loses 30.3 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 retains 1.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Corolla.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.3 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Corolla being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Small Cars and the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 4 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Corolla is 7.8 out of 10. For the Toyota RAV4 the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota RAV4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Corolla.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Corolla’s base engine makes 169 horsepower, and the Toyota RAV4 base engine makes 203 horsepower.

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

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Corolla 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:

24034 - 29050

Starting MSRP:

22725

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)

25166

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)

22725 - 27795

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

31697 - 42082

Starting MSRP:

29550

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

28836

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

24135 - 30995

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)

27845

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)

27845 - 27845

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

35046

Price Range:

29901 - 41971

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

32106

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

28107 - 36583

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

7318

Depreciation %:

0.3220387

Resale Value $:

15407

Residual Value %:

0.6779613

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact Cars)

0.30390054

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact Cars)

0.28391798 - 0.41895823

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

9099

Depreciation %:

0.30791758

Resale Value $:

20451

Residual Value %:

0.69208242

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact SUVs)

0.43208374

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact SUVs)

0.30791758 - 0.51647538

Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

7.8 / 10

Retained Value:

9.0 / 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 Corolla

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

11.8

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)

15.4

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)

11.8 - 16.2

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.184

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota RAV4

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

15.0

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

11.3

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

9.6 - 15.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.312



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.6101922460091163

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.6 - 16.1

Toyota Corolla Rankings

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 29

Best Small Cars Under $25k

4 / 9

Best Family Small Cars

5 / 29

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

5 / 29

Most Affordable Small Cars

5 / 19

Most Reliable Small Cars Under $25k

5 / 9

Best Small Cars

6 / 29

Best Small Cars for the Money

6 / 19

Best Small Cars for Teens

6 / 7

Safest Small Cars

7 / 29

Most Reliable Small Cars

8 / 29

Small Cars with the Most Legroom

16 / 29

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

17 / 29

Most Comfortable Small Cars

22 / 29

Best Small Cars for Tall People

23 / 29

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 Corolla Trim Levels

LE, SE, XSE

Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels

LE, Limited, XLE, XLE Premium

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years

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:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

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:

169 hp @ 6600 rpm

Torque:

151 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

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

0.057 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:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

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


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

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):


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 CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

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

Parking Sensors:

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

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention 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

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

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

42 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

34.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

51.7 inches

Cargo Space:

13.1 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

88.6 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:

37.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

69.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

136.4 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2955 lbs

Width:

70.1 inches

Height:

56.5 inches

Length:

182.3 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 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:

16.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P205/55R16

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

Gray

Celestite / Underground

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Classic Silver Metallic

White

Ice Cap / Wind Chill Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Not available

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Silver Sky Metallic

White

Ice Cap

Interior Colors

Beige

Macadamia/Mocha

Black

Black

Gray

Light Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Nutmeg

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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