
Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V - How Do These SUVs Compare?
New Toyota RAV4

New Honda CR-V

Both SUVs are strong in their own right, so what it most comes down to are your personal preferences.
Performance
In terms of performance, the Toyota RAV4 holds a slight advantage in both horsepower and torque. However, the Honda CR-V comes with a more sophisticated continuously variable transmission (CVT) than the RAV4's eight-speed automatic.
2021 Honda CR-V | 2021 Toyota RAV4 | |
Standard Engine | Turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine | 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine |
Horsepower | 190 horsepower | 203 horsepower |
Torque | 179 pound-feet | 184 pound-feet |
Cargo Space
When it comes to cargo capacity, the Honda CR-V holds the advantage. This is true for both the space behind the back row, as well as, the total cargo capacity. Where the RAV4 holds an advantage, is that its unique body design allows it to have a wider opening to easily fit heftier objects with more girth.
2021 Honda CR-V | 2021 Toyota RAV4 | |
Space Behind the Back Row | 39.2 cubic feet | 37.6 cubic feet |
Total Cargo Capacity (Rear row folded down) | 75.8 cubic feet | 69.8 cubic feet |
Ground Clearance
When it comes to choosing a compact SUV with the ability to off-road, ground clearance plays a major role. The RAV4 gets the advantage in ground clearance, though the Honda CR-V comes standard with larger 18-inch wheels compared to the RAV4's 17-inch ones.2021 Honda CR-V | 2021 Toyota RAV4 | |
Ground Clearance | 7.8 inches | 8.4 inches |
RAV4 Driver's Seat

CR-V Driver's Seat

Interior Space
Being compact SUVs, the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 have the unique challenge in making the most out of their seemingly tight confines. In the end, the Honda CR-V narrowly edges out the Toyota RAV4 when it comes to interior space.
2021 Honda CR-V | 2021 Toyota RAV4 | |
Front- / Back-Row Headroom | 40.1 inches / 39.2 inches | 39.5 inches / 39.5 inches |
Front- / Back-Row Legroom | 41.3 inches / 40.4 inches | 41.0 inches / 37.8 inches |
Front- / Back-Row Shoulder Room | 57.9 inches / 55.6 inches | 57.8 inches / 56.4 inches |
Infotainment and Technology Features
If you're one of the many drivers around Bernardsville or Parsippany that love having the latest technology, the Toyota RAV4 is the model for you. Its standard infotainment system comes preloaded with many amazing features, especially compared to the Honda CR-V. The Honda CR-V offers many of the same features, they just come on higher trim levels.
2021 Honda CR-V | 2021 Toyota RAV4 | |
Display | Five-inch display | Seven-inch touchscreen |
Sound System | Four-speaker stereo | Six-speaker stereo |
Smartphone Compatibility/Voice Command | N/A (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are available on higher trims) | Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa |
Other Standard Features | Bluetooth, one USB port | A 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, one USB port, Bluetooth, satellite radio |
Contact The Paul Miller Auto Group To Test Out The New Toyota RAV4 And Honda CR-V
To get a closer look at the new RAV4 and CR-V SUVs, we suggest contacting our Paul Miller Auto Group team. We'd love to offer you a test drive on both SUVs, are available to answer any questions, and can help you with your new RAV4 or CR-V lease or loan. To learn more, reach out online or visit us today!How Can We Help?
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