Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4
Which Compact SUV is Right for You?
The Honda CR-V and the RAV4 are both popular compact SUVs. Mtn. View Honda can help drivers in Dalton, Chattanooga, and North Georgia explore the differences in performance, features, fuel efficiency, and safety for these vehicles to make the best choice for their lifestyles.
Keep reading to learn more, and contact us to schedule a test drive.
Honda CR-V Interior
Exterior & Interior Comparison
The Honda CR-V has a sleek design, a spacious interior, a modern infotainment system, and comfortable seating for five people. It includes 3 years and 36,000 miles of roadside assistance. You'll also get keyless ignition. The CR-V provides 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque, and it has a variable-speed automatic transmission. A 2.0L hybrid version that gives 204 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque is optional.
With the rear seats folded, it offers 76.5 cubic feet of cargo space. It's easy to handle, and the doors swing open almost 90 degrees, making getting in and out especially convenient. It also has a smoother, quieter ride with faster acceleration than the RAV4.
The Toyota RAV4 comes with rugged styling, slightly higher ground clearance, and versatile cargo space. It also has 2 years and unlimited roadside assistance mileage. It offers 203 horsepower, 184 pound-feet of torque, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Folding the rear seats creates 69.8 cubic feet of cargo space. The 2.5L hybrid motor has 219 horsepower, and a plug-in hybrid that gives up to 320 horsepower is optional.
Toyota RAV4 Interior
Toyota RAV4
Performance & Efficiency
Honda CR-V
A 1.5L, turbocharged 4-cylinder or hybrid engine is available. The gas engine can go 28 city mpg and 33 highway mpg. The hybrid gets 43 mpg in traffic and 36 mpg on larger roads. Towing capacity is 1,000 pounds for hybrids and 1,500 pounds for gas models.
Toyota RAV4
You can choose a 2.5L, 4-cylinder or hybrid motor. The gas version gets 27 mpg at lower speeds and 35 mpg on larger roads. The hybrid can go 48 mpg in the city and 42 mpg on the highway. It can tow 1,750 pounds, and the gas model can pull 3,500 pounds.
CR-V vs. RAV4 Safety & Tech Features
The 2026 CR-V comes standard with a Honda Sensing Driver-Assistive Technology Suite that includes 11 driver aids, including adaptive cruise control and collision mitigation. The RAV4 debuts the brand's latest Toyota Safety Sense 4.0, but it only includes seven driver technologies. These include lane departure alert and a pre-collision system.
The CR-V includes a 9-inch touchscreen and user-friendly knobs and buttons. The Limited RAV4 has a 12.9-inch touchscreen, a premium JBL sound system, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and an advanced driver-assistance system.
Which Compact SUV Should You Choose?
You can test drive the Honda CR-V at Mtn. View Honda. We offer financing assistance and a variety of trade-in options. Our knowledgeable, experienced staff members can help you decide which compact SUV is best for your needs. We offer outstanding customer service, and our Honda service center can help you with all your maintenance and repairs. We're in Dalton, GA, just a short drive from the Tennessee border. You can visit us on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.