Toyota RAV4 vs. Buick Enclave
When we compare the Toyota RAV4 to the Buick Enclave, 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, and fuel efficiency. The Buick Enclave has the advantage in the areas of interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota RAV4 versus the Buick Enclave, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Toyota RAV4 versus Buick Enclave Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Toyota RAV4 ranges from $25,600 to $37,600 while a used Buick Enclave from the same model year range is priced between $27,785 to $42,808. For a new model, the Toyota RAV4's price is between $29,469 and $39,840, with the Buick Enclave priced between $45,522 and $62,739.
Toyota RAV4 versus Buick Enclave Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota RAV4 is 8.5 out of 10 while the Buick Enclave's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 6 out of 24 Best Small SUVs and the Buick Enclave being ranked 4 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota RAV4’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the Buick Enclave base engine makes 310 horsepower. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 508 miles. The Enclave is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Buick Enclave, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Toyota RAV4, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the area of trunk space.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Toyota RAV4 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Buick Enclave.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota RAV4 and the Buick Enclave have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Toyota RAV4 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,469 - $39,840
Used Asking Price:
$25,600 - $37,600
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$45,522 - $62,739
Used Asking Price:
$27,785 - $42,808
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
56.5%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
8 out of / 61Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
33 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Summary 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.
Summary Review
Not yet available
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
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
XLE Premium, LE, Adventure, TRD Off-Road, Limited, XLE
Trim Levels
Essence, Premium, Avenir
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
180.9 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4359 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
204.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
255/65R18
