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Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. Ford Escape Hybrid

When we compare the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid to the Ford Escape Hybrid, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid versus the Ford Escape Hybrid, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a better car than the Ford Escape Hybrid.

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid versus Ford Escape Hybrid Pricing

For a new model, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's price is between $33,448 and $45,152, with the Ford Escape Hybrid priced between $34,158 and $44,977.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid’s base engine makes 219 horsepower, and the Ford Escape Hybrid base engine makes 192 horsepower. The RAV4 Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles. The Escape Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 39 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Ford Escape Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear leg room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Ford Escape Hybrid.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the Ford Escape Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$33,448 - $45,152

Used Asking Price:

$34,616 - $49,328

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

36.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$34,158 - $44,977

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

51.6%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

6.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

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Summary Review

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a compact crossover with seating for five. The current Toyota RAV4 Hybrid was redesigned for the 2019 model year, with new models costing between $28,650-$37,180 and 3-year-old models averaging $27,181.

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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

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Trim Levels

LE, Limited, SE, Woodland Edition, XLE, XLE Premium, XSE

Trim Levels

Active, 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

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

219 hp @ 5300 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.059 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

192 hp

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:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

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

41 / 38 / 40

Range (city/hwy):

595 / 551 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

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:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

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:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

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:

N/A

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:

38.9 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:

3690 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

67 inches

Length:

180.9 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.1 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:

painted alloy

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum

Tire Size:

225/65R17