Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs Honda HR-V
Overview | |
Years produced1999-2005 | Years produced2016-2025 |
MSRP$26,500 | MSRP$31,225 |
Listings9297 | Listings9147 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAvailable in three trim levels equipped with an underpowered engine and optional all-wheel drive (AWD), the HR-V is an unremarkable subcompact SUV. A refresh for the 2026 model year adds an improved standard infotainment system and minor styling and interior modifications, but nothing that addresses this model’s primary shortcomings. The changes include a larger touchscreen with faster response times, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging. Verdict: Simply put, the 2026 HR-V is not one of the best subcompact SUVs. It is dreadfully slow, disappointingly inefficient, and barely meets the minimum technological expectations of the young people who might want to buy it. Plus, it demonstrates none of the innovation seen in the original HR-V and in some competitors in the small SUV segment. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a solid choice in its rather limited class, with an easily attained 40 mpg, pleasant driving characteristics, and high levels of comfort. A new infotainment system helps its standing, as does a new off-road capable Woodland Edition. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City26 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City26 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space24.4 cu ft | Cargo Space37.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3159 lbs | Curb Weight3690 lbs |
Height63.4 in | Height67.0 in |
Length179.8 in | Length180.9 in |
Width72.4 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase104.5 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1210 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1750 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1999-2005 | 2016-2025 |
MSRP | $26,500 | $31,225 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Available in three trim levels equipped with an underpowered engine and optional all-wheel drive (AWD), the HR-V is an unremarkable subcompact SUV. A refresh for the 2026 model year adds an improved standard infotainment system and minor styling and interior modifications, but nothing that addresses this model’s primary shortcomings. The changes include a larger touchscreen with faster response times, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging. Verdict: Simply put, the 2026 HR-V is not one of the best subcompact SUVs. It is dreadfully slow, disappointingly inefficient, and barely meets the minimum technological expectations of the young people who might want to buy it. Plus, it demonstrates none of the innovation seen in the original HR-V and in some competitors in the small SUV segment. | The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a solid choice in its rather limited class, with an easily attained 40 mpg, pleasant driving characteristics, and high levels of comfort. A new infotainment system helps its standing, as does a new off-road capable Woodland Edition. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 26 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 26 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 24.4 cu ft | 37.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3159 lbs | 3690 lbs |
Height | 63.4 in | 67.0 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 180.9 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 104.5 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1210 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1750 lbs | |
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