Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. Toyota RAV4
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 FJ Cruiser and the Toyota RAV4.
When we compare the Toyota FJ Cruiser's and the Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the Toyota FJ Cruiser has the advantage in the area of 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. Based on this comparison of the Toyota FJ Cruiser's and the Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Pricing: A used 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser ranges from $21,055 to $39,996 while a used 2014 Toyota RAV4 is priced between $10,993 to $19,992.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota FJ Cruiser’s base engine makes 260 horsepower, and the Toyota RAV4 base engine makes 176 horsepower. The FJ Cruiser is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 380 miles. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. This gives the Toyota RAV4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota FJ Cruiser. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota RAV4 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:
$27,680
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$23,328
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$20,150 - $27,680
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,550
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$23,328
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$20,150 - $27,680
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$30,631
Price Range:
$21,055 - $39,996
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$12,991
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$9,216 - $30,631
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
54
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
110,081
# Good or Great Deals:
16
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$15,546
Price Range:
$10,993 - $19,992
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$12,991
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$9,216 - $30,631
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
290
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
123,711
# Good or Great Deals:
107
Toyota FJ Cruiser Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota RAV4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota FJ Cruiser
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
0.1 - 4.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
95.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota RAV4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
0.1 - 4.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
40.7%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 16.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 16.6
Toyota FJ Cruiser Rankings
Not yet available
Toyota RAV4 Rankings
Ranking
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3 out of / 39Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
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8 out of / 39Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
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16 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 39Ranking
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19 out of / 19Ranking
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25 out of / 67Ranking
29 out of / 39Ranking
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66 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota FJ Cruiser Trim Levels
Base
Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels
LE, Limited, 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):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 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:
260 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
271 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
176 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 20 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 380 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
382 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
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 Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
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 Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
27.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
66.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
38.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4079 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
71.3 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3435 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
179.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Beige
Quicksand
Black
Black
Gray
Cement Gray
Green
Army Green
Red
Magma
White
Iceberg
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Barcelona Red Metallic
White
Blizzard Pearl / Super White
Blue
Blue Crush Metallic / Shoreline Blue Pearl
Brown
Pyrite Mica
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Dark Charcoal
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
