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Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE vs. Toyota RAV4 Limited

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE and Toyota RAV4 Limited 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 Hybrid XLE and the Toyota RAV4 Limited.

When comparing the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE's and the Toyota RAV4 Limited's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE 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 and base engine power. The Toyota RAV4 Limited has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE and Toyota RAV4 Limited have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE's and the Toyota RAV4 Limited's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE is a better car than the Toyota RAV4 Limited.

Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE ranges from $34,300 to $42,288 while a used 2024 Toyota RAV4 Limited is priced between $36,926 to $43,340. For a new model, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE's price is between $34,800 and $39,073, with the Toyota RAV4 Limited priced between $38,976 and $43,317.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE loses 30.4 percent of its value and the Toyota RAV4 Limited loses 28.7 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 Limited retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is 8.3 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid being ranked 2 out of 12 Best Hybrid Small SUVs and the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 2 out of 19 Best Small SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is 6.2 out of 10. For the Toyota RAV4 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Toyota RAV4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE’s base engine makes 219 horsepower, and the Toyota RAV4 Limited base engine makes 203 horsepower. The XLE is rated to deliver an average of 39 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles. The Limited is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 508 miles. This gives the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota RAV4 Limited. Both models use regular unleaded.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE and the Toyota RAV4 Limited have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Toyota RAV4 Limited has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$34,800 - $39,073

Starting MSRP:

$33,235

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$35,591

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$28,220 - $43,690

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$38,976 - $43,317

Starting MSRP:

$36,980

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$27,871

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$23,860 - $30,300

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$37,247

Price Range:

$34,300 - $42,288

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$39,761

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$33,760 - $51,180

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1,366

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

1,356

# Good or Great Deals:

23

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$40,471

Price Range:

$36,926 - $43,340

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$33,244

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$29,649 - $36,546

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

348

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

874

# Good or Great Deals:

5

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$10,121

Depreciation %:

30.5%

Resale Value $:

$23,114

Residual Value %:

69.5%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

33%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

30.5% - 50.8%

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$10,747

Depreciation %:

29.1%

Resale Value $:

$26,233

Residual Value %:

70.9%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact SUVs)

42%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact SUVs)

29.1% - 47.3%

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

6.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

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 RAV4 Hybrid XLE

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.4

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:

7.8%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota RAV4 Limited

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:

40.8%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.6

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2 - 8.6

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.7

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.8 - 18.3

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Rankings

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 27

Hybrid Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 32

Best Hybrid Small SUVs

2 / 12

Best Family Hybrid Small SUVs

2 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

2 / 5

Best Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

2 / 5

Best Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

2 / 4

Most Reliable Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

2 / 4

Most Affordable Hybrid Small SUVs

3 / 11

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $30k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $40k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $30k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $40k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $60k

3 / 5

Safest Hybrid SUVs

4 / 32

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

4 / 30

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

4 / 26

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

5 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

5 / 12

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Towing

6 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid Small SUVs

6 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

7 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs

8 / 32

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

9 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small SUVs

10 / 12

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Tall People

11 / 12

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

12 / 32

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

13 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

14 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

15 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

16 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

17 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

18 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

20 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

22 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

24 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

25 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

26 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

26 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

29 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

29 / 32

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

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Other Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels

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

Other Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels

Adventure, LE, TRD Off-Road, 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

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

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

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

219 hp @ 5300 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.058 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):

0.058 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 / 39

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:

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

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Massage Seats:

N/A

Navigation System:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot 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

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot 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

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:

37.5 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:

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:

3775 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

67 inches

Length:

180.9 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.1 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3485 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

67.2 inches

Length:

180.9 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.6 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

chrome aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/55R19

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