2026 Ford Explorer vs 2026 Toyota RAV4
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MSRP$38,465 | MSRP$31,900 |
Listings272 | Listings199 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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2026 Ford Explorer Reviews SummaryThe Explorer was one of the first truly family-friendly SUVs, and continues in that role today as a midsize three-row crossover competing against the likes of the Chevrolet Traverse, the Honda Pilot, the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Nissan Pathfinder, and the Toyota Highlander. The current-generation Explorer has been around since the 2020 model year, and the big news for 2026 is a Tremor model that replaces the Timberline as the most off-road-capable Explorer. The available BlueCruise driver-assist system also gets an update. Verdict: Ford’s SUV stalwart still gets the job done, but lacks personality unless you go for the ST or Tremor models. | |
2026 Toyota RAV4 Reviews SummaryThe 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 | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 226 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower300 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City47 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway40 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 226 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower300 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City47 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway40 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.3 cu ft | Cargo Space37.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4303 lbs | Curb Weight3594 lbs |
Height69.6 in | Height66.7 in |
Length198.7 in | Length181.0 in |
Width89.3 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload1467 lbs | Maximum Payload900 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $38,465 | $31,900 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Explorer was one of the first truly family-friendly SUVs, and continues in that role today as a midsize three-row crossover competing against the likes of the Chevrolet Traverse, the Honda Pilot, the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Nissan Pathfinder, and the Toyota Highlander. The current-generation Explorer has been around since the 2020 model year, and the big news for 2026 is a Tremor model that replaces the Timberline as the most off-road-capable Explorer. The available BlueCruise driver-assist system also gets an update. Verdict: Ford’s SUV stalwart still gets the job done, but lacks personality unless you go for the ST or Tremor models. | 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 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.5L 226 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 47 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 40 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.5L 226 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 47 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 40 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.3 cu ft | 37.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4303 lbs | 3594 lbs |
Height | 69.6 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 198.7 in | 181.0 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1467 lbs | 900 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 1750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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