Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs Toyota Prius
Overview | |
Years produced2001-Present | Years produced2016-Present |
MSRP$28,350 | MSRP$31,225 |
Listings8721 | Listings9478 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryDecades ago, few cars were anywhere near as fuel efficient as the Toyota Prius. Today, the 2025 Prius remains the fuel economy champion, but numerous alternatives are close behind. Some even offer more interior room at a lower price. That reality, coupled with the Prius’ cramped interior, limited trunk space, and general weirdness, means hybrid car buyers have options. In response, Toyota adds a new Nightshade trim level with a blacked-out look to the 2025 Prius lineup. Verdict: The point of the 2025 Toyota Prius is fuel economy, but our Prius Nightshade test car averaged 39.2 mpg, falling significantly short of the EPA estimate of 52 mpg in combined driving. That certainly isn’t superior to roomier hybrid cars from Honda, Hyundai, or from within Toyota’s own lineup. | |
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 194 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity0.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City57 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway56 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 194 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity0.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City57 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway56 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space23.8 cu ft | Cargo Space37.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3097 lbs | Curb Weight3690 lbs |
Height55.9 in | Height67.0 in |
Length181.1 in | Length180.9 in |
Width70.2 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase108.3 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload860 lbs | Maximum Payload1210 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1750 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-Present | 2016-Present |
MSRP | $28,350 | $31,225 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Decades ago, few cars were anywhere near as fuel efficient as the Toyota Prius. Today, the 2025 Prius remains the fuel economy champion, but numerous alternatives are close behind. Some even offer more interior room at a lower price. That reality, coupled with the Prius’ cramped interior, limited trunk space, and general weirdness, means hybrid car buyers have options. In response, Toyota adds a new Nightshade trim level with a blacked-out look to the 2025 Prius lineup. Verdict: The point of the 2025 Toyota Prius is fuel economy, but our Prius Nightshade test car averaged 39.2 mpg, falling significantly short of the EPA estimate of 52 mpg in combined driving. That certainly isn’t superior to roomier hybrid cars from Honda, Hyundai, or from within Toyota’s own lineup. | 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 194 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | 1.6 kWh |
MPG City | 57 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 56 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 194 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | 1.6 kWh |
MPG City | 57 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 56 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 23.8 cu ft | 37.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3097 lbs | 3690 lbs |
Height | 55.9 in | 67.0 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 180.9 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 860 lbs | 1210 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1750 lbs | |
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