Honda CR-V Hybrid vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

CR-V Hybrid

Base trim: $33,350. (2024 MSRP)

Pictured: 2023 Sport Touring AWD Hybrid in Canyon Blue Metallic.  Starting MSRP: $39,100.

RAV4 Hybrid

Base trim: $31,225.

Pictured:  2023 RAV4 Hybrid Woodlands Edition. MSRP starting from $34,025.

CR-V HYBRID

The 2023 Honda CR-V underwent an impressive redesign with a more rugged exterior, enhanced driving dynamics, a new hybrid powertrain and an upscale interior (particularly in the Sport Touring hybrid model. We loved its comfy seats!)  Technology however still lags a bit behind the competition.

During our test drive with the CR-V Sport Touring hybrid we were impressed by it's improved and more engaging driving dynamics. This compact SUV offers a comfortable interior with spacious seating and ample cargo capacity, making it a practical and fuel efficient choice.

A new driver coaching Apple CarPlay app also makes the CR-V a great choice for teens.

RAV4 HYBRID

The RAV4 hybrid shares its technology and driver assistance features with the gas-only version. The hybrid lineup, which comes standard with all-wheel drive, is the more fuel efficient choice.

The RAV4 hybrid was the second best-selling hybrid in Toyota's lineup in the first quarter of 2023, behind the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Toyota is also a pioneer when it comes to hybrid powertrains and The Car Pro Jerry Reynolds considers them the best in the industry with proven reliability. Reynolds says Toyota's hybrid batteries will generally go 225,000 miles or more.

CR-V Hybrid

The CR-V enters its 6th-generation with a new advanced hybrid powertrain, more capability and space. Honda says every 2023 CR-V benefits from extensive improvements to the body, chassis and powertrain, safety technology, and overall driving refinement.

There are two hybrid grades for 2023 (a third, entry level hybrid Sport-L model joins lineup for 2024.)

Hybrids feature a  fourth-generation hybrid system with a new Sport mode. With 247 lb.-ft of torque they are the most powerful CR-Vs ever.  Off-roading updates include new Hill Descent Control. In the interior, new front Body Stabilizing Seats are designed to reduce fatigue.

Safety upgrades include new driver and passenger airbags first introduced on the new Civic. Rear Seatbelt Reminder and Rear Seat Reminder are also new standard additions and as is a Driver Attention Monitor.

For families with teenage drivers, the CR-V offers an excellent option. Honda has recently introduced the Honda Driver Coaching iPhone app, designed to enhance the skills of new drivers and promote safe driving practices. This app is compatible with CR-V models from the 2020 model year equipped with Apple CarPlay.

RAV4 Hybrid

New for 2023, the RAV4 Hybrid lineup adds a Woodlands Edition. It's the first hybrid off-road special edition SUV for the brand. It features a TRD-tuned suspension and standard Falken WILDPEAK AT tires.  

Also new for 2023, all RAV4 hybrid and gasoline models features the new  and fantastic Toyota Audio Multimedia system along with upgraded multimedia touchscreens and multi-information driver displays available depending on trim.

Hybrid XSE and Hybrid Limited feature a standard 10.5-inch Multimedia display.  A 12.3-inch Multi-Information Display is standard on Hybrid Limited and optional on Hybrid XSE.

CR-V hybrid

• More refined ride and better handling
• More passenger and cargo space
• Comfortable seats
• Available power moonroof

RAV4 Hybrid

• More horsepower
• More towing capability
• New Toyota Multimedia Audio System
• Larger available digital driver's display and multimedia touchscreen

CR-V hybrid

• Not as much horsepower as the RAV4 hybrid
• Technology updates aren't as impressive
• Can't tow as much.

RAV4 Hybrid

• Not quite a much cargo or passenger space
• Handling isn't as notable
• Interior isn't as stylish

RAV4

RAV4 Hybrid

40 mpg

40 mpg (LE, XLE/XLE Premium, Limited, SE, XSE)

37 mpg (Woodland Edition)

43 mpg

41 mpg (LE, XLE/XLE Premium, Limited, SE, XSE)

38 mpg (Woodland Edition)

36 mpg

38 mpg (LE, XLE/XLE Premium, Limited, SE, XSE)

35 mpg (Woodland Edition)

RAV4

RAV4 Hybrid

• 9" multimedia touchscreen is standard on EX-L and Sport Touring Hybrid  with non-wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, HD Radio, Sirius XM and Bluetooth.  
  
• 7-inch TFT Meter Display
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
• Sport Touring Hybrid features 12-speaker Bose Sound. (Other trims are equipped with 4-, in 6-, or 8-speakers systems.)
• Honda Satellite-linked Navigation System with Voice Recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic and Honda Link Subscription Service (Sport Touring Hybrid only.)
  
  

• New 10.5-inch Multimedia display with 6 speakers  (Hybrid XSE, Hybrid Limited.) 8-inch with 6 speakers screen is base. 
• New Toyota Audio Multimedia system with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, over-the-air updates, standard SiriusXM (subscription required) and dual Bluetooth phone connectivity
  
• 12.3-inch Multi-Information Display (Hybrid Limited and Prime XSE). 7-inch display is base.
• Optional 11-speaker JBL Premium Audio 
• Optional wireless charging
• SiriusXM® Platinum Plan 3-month trial subscription
• 1 yr trial Drive Connect subscription  
• Backup camera or backup camera with dynamic gridlines depending on trim

• 5 USB ports
• Available: one 120V/100W AC power outlet in cargo area 
• Available: one 120V/100W AC power outlet in cargo area
  
  

• Wireless charging (EX-L, Sport Touring Hybrid.)
• 1 USB-A and 3 USB-C charging ports (EX-L, Sport Touring.)
• WiFi Hotspot capability (Sport Touring Hybrid only.)
• 2 12-volt power outlets (front and cargo area,)

• Honda Sensing Safety suite of driver assistance tech that includes Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Traffic Jam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
• Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) 
• Available Blind Spot Information System and Rear Cross Traffic (Sport Touring Hybrid)
• Low-Speed Braking Control (EX-L and Sport Touring Hybrid)
• Available Front and Rear Parking Sensors (Sport L, Touring Hybrid)

• Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5) with Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), ^*Road Sign Assist (RSA) 
• Available Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) 
• Available Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking (PA w/AB)

• 3-Point Seat Belts all Seating Positions
• Front and Outboard Rear 3-Point Seat Belts w/automatic Tensioning System
• Seat-Belt Reminder all Seating PositionsLower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All)
• Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
• Driver's and Front Passenger's Advanced Front Airbags (SRS)
• Driver's and Front Passenger's Knee and Side Airbags (SRS)
• Rear Outboard Passengers' Side AirbagsVehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
• Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover SensorAnti-Lock Braking System 
• Electronic Brake Distribution and Brake Assist
  
• Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (EX-L, Sport Touring Hybrid)

• 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver-side Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) on all passenger seatbelts
• Front and outboard second-row seatbelts with seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters
• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats
• Star Safety System™ — includes 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)  
• Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control
• Eight airbags  — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags
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RAV4

RAV4 Hybrid

RAV4

RAV4 Hybrid

184.8"

180.9"

73.5"

73"

66.5" w/AWD

219-horsepower

14

14.5

3,926 (Sport L Hybrid, Sport L Touring AWD Hybrid) 

3,690 lbs. (LE HV)

3,775 lbs. (Woodland, XLE HV, XLE Premium HV, SE HV and XSE HV)

3,800 lbs. (Limited HV)

1,000 (Sport Touring Hybrid)

1,750 pounds