2024 Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V
Comparison
Highlighted Features
2024 RAV4
2024CR-V
Adaptive cruise control
Yes
Yes
Engine
2.5L inline 4-cylinder
1.5L Earth Dreams Technology™ inline 4-cylinder
Horsepower
203
190
Estimated Combined (MPG)
30
30
Speakers
6
4
Base MSRP
$28,675
$29,500
Whole vehicle warranty months / (miles)
36 / 36000
36 / 36000
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2024 Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V
Performance
- The Toyota RAV4 has a 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder DOHC D-4S Injection with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) that delivers 203 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft.of torque. In comparison, the Honda CR-V comes with a 1498cc (approximately 1.5-liter) in-line 4-cylinder with a turbocharger that generates 190 horsepower and 179 lb.-ft of torque.
- The Toyota RAV4 comes with a Direct Shift-8-speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission with Intelligence (ECT-i) and Sequential Shift mode. On the other hand, the Honda CR-V has a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
- All models of the Toyota RAV4 are available in Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD) except the Adventure and the TRD-Off Road trims which come standard with Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD, which is also available on the Limited grade. On the Honda CR-V, FWD comes standard, and AWD is also available on all models.
- The 2024 Toyota RAV4's Adventure and the TRD Off-Road trims have a bold and aggressive front bumper design, perfectly aligning with their outstanding off-road abilities. The TRD Off-Road has a specialized TRD-tuned suspension and Falken® all-terrain tires, helping to ensure performance on rugged terrain. On the other hand, the 2024 Honda CR-V does not offer any specific off-roading trim or package.
2024 Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V
Fuel Economy
- The 2024 Toyota RAV4 in FWD has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of up to 28 mpg in the city, 35 mpg on the highway, and 30 mpg combined. The Honda CR-V in 2WD has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 28 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 30 mpg combined.
- The 2024 Toyota RAV4 AWD has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of up to 27 mpg in the city, 33 mpg on the highway, and 29 mpg combined. The Honda CR-V AWD has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 27 mpg in the city, 32 mpg on the highway, and 29 mpg combined.
2024 Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V
Technology
- The Toyota RAV4 LE, the XLE, the XLE Premium, and the Adventure trims have an 8-in. touchscreen and six speakers as standard, while the Limited and the TRD-Off Road have a larger 10.5-in. screen. Additionally, the Limited trim includes an 11-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system with a subwoofer and amplifier as standard. This system is optional on the XLE Premium, the Adventure, and the TRD Off-Road trims. All the trims include wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility and a 3-month SiriusXM® trial.
- The Honda CR-V LX has a 7-in. touchscreen with a 160-watt Audio System and four speakers. The CR-V EX comes with a 7-in. touchscreen, a 240-watt Audio System, and six speakers, while the EX-L offers a 9-in. touchscreen and a 320-watt Audio System with eight speakers.
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with a charge indicator light is available on the XLE Premium, the TRD Off-road, and the Limited trims of the Toyota RAV4. On the Honda CR-V, a Wireless Phone Charger (Qi-compatible) is available and standard exclusively on the EX-L trim.
- The Toyota RAV4 LE base trim has one 12V/120W power outlet and three standard USB ports, while all other trims include one 12V/120W outlet in the front storage tray, one in the cargo area, and five USB ports. Additionally, the Adventure and the TRD-Off Road models have a 120V/100W AC outlet in the cargo area. In comparison, the Honda CR-V has a standard USB smartphone/audio interface on the front console and a 12-volt Power Outlet. A USB-C Charging Port is included in the EX and the EX-L trims.
- All Toyota RAV4 models come standard with a remote keyless entry system that includes lock, unlock, panic functions, and remote illuminated entry. Furthermore, the RAV4 has a Smart Key System on all grades except the LE and the LE Hybrid, which includes Push Button Start with Smart Key access on the front doors and rear liftgate. On the XLE Premium, the TRD Off-Road, and the Limited grades, this system includes a standard power liftgate, while the Adventure grade has this feature as part of an optional package. Additionally, the Limited grade can be enhanced with an optional package that provides Smart Key access on all doors and a hands-free power liftgate. In comparison, the Honda CR-V comes with a Remote Entry System and Push Button Start.
- A 1-year trial of Remote Connect is included with the Toyota RAV4, excluding the LE grade, though it is still capable of utilizing the great connected service with a subscription. This allows you to remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. A subscription is required after the trial ends, and this feature is 4G network dependent. A comparable feature is not provided for the Honda CR-V.
- The Toyota RAV4 comes with a 30-day/ 3GB trial of WiFi Connect. This includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and a 1-month trial to Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) accounts. Separate subscriptions are required after trial and are 4G network dependent. The Honda CR-V does not provide a comparable service.
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Safety & Convenience
- The Toyota RAV4 includes a Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) as standard on all trims except the base LE, where it's optional. Similarly, the Honda CR-V has a standard Blind Spot Information System (BSI) and Cross Traffic Monitor on all trims except the base-level LX trim.
- The Toyota RAV4 has eight airbags, including a driver and front passenger advanced airbag system with driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags. It also includes a driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, along with front and rear side curtain airbags. The Honda CR-V has ten airbags, including driver's and front passenger's advanced front airbags and knee airbags. Additionally, it has driver's and front passenger's front side airbags, rear outboard passengers' side airbags, and side curtain airbags.
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) is standard on all the Toyota RAV4 models whereas Downhill Assist Control (DAC) is exclusively standard on the Adventure, the TRD Off-Road, and the Limited AWD trims. On the Honda CR-V, Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control are standard on all trims.
- A backup camera with dynamic gridlines is standard on all Toyota RAV4 models while a panoramic view monitor is available on the TRD Off-Road and the Limited trims. On the other hand, a multi-angle rearview camera with dynamic guidelines is standard on all the Honda CR-V models.
- Every Toyota RAV4 is equipped with Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5) including a Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), and Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC). Additionally, it has Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), and Road Sign Assist (RSA). On the other hand, the Honda CR-V comes with Honda Sensing® Suite, which includes similar safety and driver-assistive features like Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW). It also has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), and Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR).
- The Toyota RAV4 comes with the Star Safety System™ with Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST). The Honda CR-V has Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist.
2024 Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V
Warranty
- Every Toyota RAV4 comes with a Basic Warranty for 36 months/36,000 miles. Similarly, the Honda CR-V also comes with a Limited Warranty for 36 months/36,000 miles.
- The Toyota RAV4 comes with a Restraint Warranty and a Powertrain Warranty for 60 months/60,000 miles. In comparison, the Honda CR-V has a 60-month/60,000 miles Powertrain Limited Warranty, though it doesn’t have a Restraint Warranty.
- The Toyota RAV4 includes a Corrosion Perforation Warranty for 60 months/unlimited miles. Likewise, a Corrosion Limited Warranty is also included with the Honda CR-V for 60 months/unlimited miles.
- The Toyota RAV4 comes with a trial of up to ten years of Safety Connect® with an Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and Stolen Vehicle Locator. This is dependent on a 4G network. Toyota RAV4 also has 24-hour Roadside Assistance for two years, unlimited mileage. On the other hand, the Honda CR-V includes 24-hour emergency road service during the Limited Warranty period.
- A trial of up to ten years of Service Connect with personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports is included with the Toyota RAV4. It is dependent on a 4G network. The RAV4 also has ToyotaCare, a maintenance plan that comes with every new Toyota for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. The Honda CR-V offers complimentary factory-scheduled maintenance for two years/24,000 miles.
2024 Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V
Design
- Both the Toyota RAV4 and the Honda CR-V have a seating capacity of five. The RAV4 has a 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat with a center armrest and cup holders. Similarly, the Honda CR-V has reclining, fold-down 60/40 split rear seats and seating for five.
- The Toyota RAV4 LE and the XLE come with fabric-trimmed seats. The XLE Premium provides SofTex®-trimmed seats with optional heated front seating while the Limited grade has standard Softex®-trimmed seats with heated and ventilated front seating. The Adventure grade comes standard with SofTex®-trimmed seats with unique orange accents and available heated front seats. The TRD Off-Road’s SofTex®-trimmed seats feature sporty red stitching with TRD embroidered headrests and are available with both heated and ventilated front seats. On the other hand, only the EX-L trim of the Honda CR-V has leather-trimmed seating; heated front seats are included on the EX and the EX-L trims.
- The Toyota RAV4 LE and the XLE feature a urethane tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with controls, while the XLE Premium comes with a leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with silver-colored accents and illuminated controls. A heated leather-trimmed 3-spoke steering wheel is optional on all trims except the LE. On the other hand, all Honda CR-V models come with illuminated steering wheel-mounted controls, and only the EX-L model includes a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
- The Toyota RAV4 LE trim has a climate control system with a dust and pollen filter and rear-seat vents, while the XLE offers a dual-zone automatic climate control system with the same features. The XLE Premium, the Adventure, the TRD Off-Road, and the Limited trims all have the dual-zone automatic climate control system with front center vent flow controls. On the Honda CR-V, automatic climate control is standard on the LX and dual-zone automatic climate control comes with the EX and the EX-L.
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL), LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, and LED taillights are standard on all the Toyota RAV4 trims. Integrated fog lights are exclusively standard on the XLE Premium, the Adventure, the Limited, and the TRD Off-Road trims. On the other hand, the Honda CR-V includes LED headlights and LED taillights as standard on all trims.
- The Toyota RAV4 LE comes with 17-in steel wheels while the XLE swaps these for 17-in. 5-spoke light gray metallic alloy wheels. Larger 19-in. multi-spoke metallic-finished alloy wheels come standard on the XLE Premium and the Limited grades. The more rugged Adventure grade has a 19-in. split 5-spoke matte-gray alloy wheel while the TRD Off-Road offers 18-in. 6-spoke matte-black TRD flow-formed alloy wheels. The Honda CR-V has 17-in. steel wheels with cover, the EX has 18 in. Sparkle Silver Metallic, and the EX-L has 18 in. Berlina Black.
Features & Specifications
- The Toyota RAV4 has a wheelbase measuring 105.9 in., whereas the Honda CR-V has a wheelbase measuring 106.3 in.
- The Toyota RAV4 has an overall height of 67 in. and an overall length of 180.9 in. with a width of 73 in. On the other hand, the Honda CR-V (2WD/AWD) has a height of 66.2 in/66.5 in., an overall length of 184.8 in., and a width of 73.5 in.
- The Toyota RAV4 has a towing capacity of 1,500 lb. with a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lb. on the Adventure and the TRD Off-Road grades. The Honda CR-V also has a towing capacity of 1,500 lb.
- The Toyota RAV4 has a cargo volume of 37.6 cu. ft. behind the rear seats. Fold the rear seats down and this increases to 69.8 cu. ft. On the Honda CR-V, the cargo volume is 76.5 cu ft with the rear seat down and 39.3 cu. ft. with the rear seat up.
- The Toyota RAV4 provides headroom of 37.7 in. for the front seats and 39.5 in. for the rear. It has legroom of 41.0 in the front and 37.8 in. for rear passengers, shoulder room of 57.8 in. up front and 56.4 in. for the back. Additionally, it has hip room of 54.3 in. for front passengers and 47.7 in. for those riding in the rear seats. The Honda CR-V offers headroom of 40.0/38.2 in., legroom of 41.3/41.0 in., shoulder room of 57.9/55.9 in., and hip room of 55.6/52.6 in.
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2024 Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V
Conclusion
- With a 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder DOHC engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), the Toyota RAV4 delivers an impressive 203 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque. In contrast, the Honda CR-V has a 1498cc (approximately 1.5-liter) in-line 4-cylinder with a turbocharger that generates 190 horsepower and 179 lb.-ft of torque.
- The Limited trim of the Toyota RAV4 stands out with its premium audio system, featuring 11 JBL® speakers, a subwoofer, and an amplifier, which provides a more immersive audio experience compared to the Honda CR-V’s system. Additionally, the Limited and the TRD Off-Road trims come with a larger 10.5-in. touchscreen, offering a more expansive display compared to a maximum of 9-in. color touch-screen on the Honda CR-V’s highest trim.
- All Toyota RAV4 models have a Wi-Fi Connect trial for up to 30 days or 3GB, which includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot capability. In contrast, the Honda CR-V has Wi-Fi hotspot capability exclusive to the top-of-the-line Sport Touring Hybrid trim and is not an option on any of the gas models.
- The Toyota RAV4 is available in six trims: the LE, the XLE, the XLE Premium, the Limited, the Adventure, and the TRD Off-Road. The Honda CR-V has three trim options. More trims mean more choices and customization options. For instance, the Adventure or the TRD Off-Road has enhanced off-road capabilities with their standard Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD, which is optional on the Limited trim that focuses more on premium features and comfort.
- The Toyota RAV4’s entry-level LE model has a lower base MSRP of $28,675 compared to the Honda CR-V's base level LX model, which has a starting MSRP of $29,500.