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Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Hybrid

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape Hybrid 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 RAV4 and the Ford Escape Hybrid.

In comparing the Toyota RAV4's and the Ford Escape Hybrid's specifications and ratings, 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, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Ford Escape Hybrid has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Toyota RAV4's and the Ford Escape Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the Ford Escape Hybrid.

Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota RAV4 ranges from $30,333 to $41,519 while a used 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid is priced between $30,628 to $42,221. For a new model, the Toyota RAV4's price is between $30,673 and $41,221, with the Ford Escape Hybrid priced between $34,081 and $43,581.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota RAV4 loses 28.7 percent of its value and the Ford Escape Hybrid loses 49.6 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 retains 20.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Escape Hybrid.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota RAV4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Ford Escape Hybrid's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 2 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Ford Escape Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 12 Best Hybrid Small SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota RAV4 is 8.5 out of 10. For the Ford Escape Hybrid the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota RAV4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Escape Hybrid.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota RAV4’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the Ford Escape Hybrid base engine makes 192 horsepower. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 508 miles. The Escape Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 39 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. This gives the Ford Escape Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota RAV4. 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 front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Ford Escape Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota RAV4 and the Ford Escape Hybrid 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.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$30,673 - $41,221

Starting MSRP:

$28,475

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$27,871

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$23,860 - $30,300

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$34,081 - $43,581

Starting MSRP:

$33,490

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$35,591

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$28,220 - $43,690

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$35,001

Price Range:

$30,333 - $41,519

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$33,244

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$29,649 - $36,546

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

2,781

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

8,267

# Good or Great Deals:

454

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$36,239

Price Range:

$30,628 - $42,221

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$39,761

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$33,760 - $51,180

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1,098

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

397

# Good or Great Deals:

8

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$8,275

Depreciation %:

29.1%

Resale Value $:

$20,200

Residual Value %:

70.9%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact SUVs)

42%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact SUVs)

29.1% - 47.3%

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$17,009

Depreciation %:

50.8%

Resale Value $:

$16,481

Residual Value %:

49.2%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

33%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

30.5% - 50.8%

Toyota RAV4 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.8 / 10

Reliability:

8.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Ford Escape Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.4 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota RAV4

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.9

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

10.9

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

9.9 - 13.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

40.7%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Escape Hybrid

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

10

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

11.2

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

10 - 12.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

4.7%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.6

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.8 - 18.3

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2 - 8.6

Toyota RAV4 Rankings

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

1 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

1 / 21

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

1 / 20

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

1 / 14

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

1 / 4

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 39

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 34

Best Small SUVs

2 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

2 / 19

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 39

Most Reliable Small SUVs

3 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

3 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs

5 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

5 / 30

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

5 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

6 / 19

Best Family Small SUVs

6 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

7 / 19

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

8 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

9 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

9 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

10 / 19

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

14 / 39

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

16 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

16 / 67

Best Family Crossover SUVs

16 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

16 / 19

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

18 / 39

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 39

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

19 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

19 / 19

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

22 / 59

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

25 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

29 / 39

Safest Crossover SUVs

30 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

32 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

33 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

34 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

35 / 39

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

36 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

37 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

38 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

45 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

65 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

66 / 67

Ford Escape Hybrid Rankings

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 27

Best Hybrid Small SUVs

1 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small SUVs

1 / 12

Best Family Hybrid Small SUVs

1 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Best Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $30k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $40k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $30k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $40k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $60k

1 / 5

Best Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

1 / 4

Most Reliable Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

1 / 4

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

1 / 2

Safest Hybrid SUVs

3 / 32

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

3 / 32

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

3 / 27

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

4 / 27

Most Affordable Hybrid Small SUVs

4 / 11

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

5 / 30

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 26

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Tall People

5 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

7 / 27

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Towing

7 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

9 / 32

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

11 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

11 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid Small SUVs

11 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

12 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

14 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

16 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

17 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

17 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

21 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

21 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

21 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

23 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

23 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

24 / 32

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

25 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

26 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

28 / 32

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels

Adventure, LE, Limited, TRD Off-Road, XLE, XLE Premium

Ford Escape Hybrid Trim Levels

Platinum, ST-Line, ST-Line Elite, ST-Line Select

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

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:

TOP SAFETY PICK

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

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

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

192 hp @ 6250 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.054 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:

2.5 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):


42 / 36 / 39

Range (city/hwy):

601 / 515 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Standard

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

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

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

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:

40 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56 inches

Cargo Space:

34.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

60.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

133.0 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3550 lbs

Width:

85.6 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

180.1 inches

Wheelbase:

106.7 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.9 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 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/60R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Silver Sky Metallic

White

Ice Cap

Blue

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Agate Black

Gray

Carbonized Gray

Red

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

Silver

Iconic Silver

White

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat

Blue

Vapor Blue

Interior Colors

Beige

Nutmeg

Black

Black

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Ebony w/Red Stitching

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