Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4
Overview | |
Years produced1995-2002 | Years produced1996-Present |
MSRP$26,290 | MSRP$31,900 |
Listings9598 | Listings9607 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAt this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City25 | MPG City |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space |
Curb Weight3373 lbs | Curb Weight |
Height65.4 in | Height |
Length183.5 in | Length |
Width73.4 in | Width |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase |
Maximum Payload1301 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors |
Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-2002 | 1996-Present |
MSRP | $26,290 | $31,900 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | At this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands. | 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 187 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 32 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 32 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 3373 lbs | |
Height | 65.4 in | |
Length | 183.5 in | |
Width | 73.4 in | |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | |
Maximum Payload | 1301 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2500 lbs | |
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