Mazda CX-7 vs Toyota RAV4

2026 Toyota RAV4
2026 Toyota RAV4
$31,900MSRP
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2012 Mazda CX-7
2012 Mazda CX-7
$22,190MSRP
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2026 Toyota RAV4
$31,900MSRP
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2012 Mazda CX-7
$22,190MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1996-Present

Years produced

2007-2012

MSRP

$31,900

MSRP

$22,190

Listings

9523

Listings

171

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros

  • Multiple trims and styles

  • Standard hybrid

  • Updated tech

Cons

  • Confusing trim levels

  • Size hasn't kept up with rivals

Reviews Summary

The sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 now comes with more choice, including three distinct design themes, three powertrain and drivetrain options, and seven trim levels. It has a hybrid drivetrain as standard, offering a claimed 44 mpg combined, along with more standard features, a quicker operating system, and improvements across the board to bolster its bestselling position.

Verdict: The good gets better, but the RAV4's lineup is confusing enough to need a Venn diagram.

Reviews Summary

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

Engine

2.5L 161 hp I4

Drive Train

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

161 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG City

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

MPG Highway

27
2026 Toyota RAV4
2026 Toyota RAV4
$31,900MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2012 Mazda CX-7
2012 Mazda CX-7
$22,190MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2026 Toyota RAV4
$31,900MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2012 Mazda CX-7
$22,190MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
1996-Present
2007-2012
MSRP
$31,900
$22,190
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.4

4.4

Expert reviews

6.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Multiple trims and styles

  • Standard hybrid

  • Updated tech

Cons

  • Confusing trim levels

  • Size hasn't kept up with rivals

Summary

The sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 now comes with more choice, including three distinct design themes, three powertrain and drivetrain options, and seven trim levels. It has a hybrid drivetrain as standard, offering a claimed 44 mpg combined, along with more standard features, a quicker operating system, and improvements across the board to bolster its bestselling position.

Verdict: The good gets better, but the RAV4's lineup is confusing enough to need a Venn diagram.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.5L 161 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
Horsepower
161 hp @ 6000 rpm
MPG City
20
MPG Highway
27
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