Volkswagen Taos vs Toyota RAV4
Overview | |
Years produced1996-Present | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$31,900 | MSRP$24,155 |
Listings9211 | Listings9517 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryOffering available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility, entry-level SUVs pay dividends in exchange for their higher price tags. Volkswagen introduced its new, most affordable crossover in 2022, and the 2023 Taos adds more standard safety features and equipment. Otherwise, aside from a lack of engine power and drivetrain refinement, it remains an appealing choice in the small SUV segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name | Engine Name1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space | Cargo Space27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | Curb Weight3175 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height64.4 in |
Length181.0 in | Length175.8 in |
Width73.0 in | Width72.5 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload937 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1996-Present | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $31,900 | $24,155 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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. | Offering available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility, entry-level SUVs pay dividends in exchange for their higher price tags. Volkswagen introduced its new, most affordable crossover in 2022, and the 2023 Taos adds more standard safety features and equipment. Otherwise, aside from a lack of engine power and drivetrain refinement, it remains an appealing choice in the small SUV segment. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 158 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 28 | |
MPG Highway | 36 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 158 hp I4 | |
Drivetrain | FWD | |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 28 | |
MPG Highway | 36 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 27.9 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 3175 lbs | |
Height | 66.7 in | 64.4 in |
Length | 181.0 in | 175.8 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 72.5 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 937 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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