Ford Escape Hybrid vs Toyota RAV4

2026 Toyota RAV4
2026 Toyota RAV4
$31,900MSRP
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2026 Ford Escape Hybrid
2026 Ford Escape Hybrid
$33,890MSRP
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2026 Toyota RAV4
$31,900MSRP
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2026 Ford Escape Hybrid
$33,890MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1996-Present

Years produced

2005-2012

MSRP

$31,900

MSRP

$33,890

Listings

9316

Listings

5611

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.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

Engine

2.5L 192 hp I4 Hybrid

Drive Train

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

Seating Capacity

5

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

1.1 kWh

MPG City

MPG City

42

MPG Highway

MPG Highway

36
2026 Toyota RAV4
2026 Toyota RAV4
$31,900MSRP
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2026 Ford Escape Hybrid
2026 Ford Escape Hybrid
$33,890MSRP
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2026 Toyota RAV4
$31,900MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2026 Ford Escape Hybrid
$33,890MSRP
Overview
Overview
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Overview

Years produced
1996-Present
2005-2012
MSRP
$31,900
$33,890
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 192 hp I4 Hybrid
Drive Train
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
EV Battery Capacity
1.1 kWh
MPG City
42
MPG Highway
36
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