Head-to-head
2023 Honda CR-V vs 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime
The Honda CR-V wins clearly, 91 to 82.7, on tech & comfort, performance, fuel & range. The Toyota RAV4 Prime is ahead on safety and space & cargo.
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2023 Honda CR-V
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Verdict · default weights
2023 Honda CR-V
Clear winThe Honda CR-V wins clearly, 91 to 82.7, on tech & comfort, performance, fuel & range. The Toyota RAV4 Prime is ahead on safety and space & cargo.
Tech & comfort 2023 Honda CR-V leads by 41.2
Safety 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime leads by 8.9
Performance 2023 Honda CR-V leads by 11.2
| Category · weight | 2023 Toyota RAV4 Primeoverall 82.7 | 2023 Honda CR-Voverall 91 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 96.4 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 83.8 | 74.9 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 90 | 87.4 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 88.8 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 58.8 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 82.7 | 91 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Toyota RAV4 Prime: base trim SE AWD · Honda CR-V: base trim LX FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2023 Honda CR-V wins
- It lists 29 standard driver-assist features against 1.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (17 points against 10 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It carries 109 hp per ton against 83.6.
Where the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (65 against 633 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 89 against 63).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
47 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,487 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head | 1.5L DI VTEC Turbo |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S | Direct Injected |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 177 hp | 190 hp |
| Torque | 165 lb-ft | 179 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 40 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 38 mpg | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 36 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 5.640 |
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 7.8 in |
| Overall height | 67 in | 66.2 in |
| Overall length | 181 in | 185 in |
| Overall width | 73 in | 73.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 63.1 cu-ft | 39.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.4 cu-ft | 39.3 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 106 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 37.7 in | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.5 in | 38.2 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41 in | 41.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.8 in | 41 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,235 lbs | 3,472 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,235 lbs | 3,472 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,530 lbs | — |
| Payload capacity | 1,295 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar | Multi-Link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS) rack-and-pinion | Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft | 18.7 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 328 mm | 312 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | epb | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | 315 mm | 310 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | alloy | steel |
| Wheel width | 7 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 225/60R18 | 235/65R17 104H |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal | 14 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 91 |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.8 in | 57.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.4 in | 55.9 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
125 features · differences first, then sharedSafety28 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | — | std |
| Driver & Passenger i-SRS Airbag System | — | std |
| Front i-side Airbag System | — | std |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | — | std |
| Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | — | std |
| Side Curtain Airbag System | — | std |
| Rear i-side Airbag System | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | — | std |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | — | std |
| Auto High Beam Headlights | — | std |
| Brake Hold | — | std |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | — | std |
| Driver & Passenger Knee Airbag System | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold | — | std |
| Hill Descent Control | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | — | std |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | — | std |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | — | std |
| Seat Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | — | std |
| Seat-Belt Reminder for Front Seats | — | std |
| Seat-Belt Reminder for Rear Seats | — | std |
| Traffic Jam Assist (Traffic Jam Driving Support Function) | — | std |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) with Traction Control | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) with Traction Control | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | — | std |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | std | std |
Infotainment7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 160-Watt Audio System with 4 Speakers | — | std |
| 7-Inch TFT Meter Display | — | std |
| 7-inch Touchscreen Display | — | std |
| Android Auto™ Compatibility | — | std |
| Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | — | std |
| USB-A 2.5A Smartphone / Audio Interface (x1) - Front Seats | — | std |
Convenience5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| Capless Fuel Filler | — | std |
| Cruise Control | — | std |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | — | std |
| Power Windows with Auto Up/Down Driver & Passenger Window | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | — | std |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | — | std |
| Passenger Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | — | std |
Interior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| EPA Passenger Volume: 98.9 cu. ft. w/moonroof / 101.3 cu. ft. without moonroof | std | — |
| Headroom w/ moonroof - First: 37.7 in. | std | — |
| Headroom w/ moonroof - Second: 39.5 in. | std | — |
| Hip Room - First: 54.3 in. | std | — |
| Hip Room - Second: 47.7 in. | std | — |
| LED Front & Rear Map Lights | — | std |
| Legroom - First: 41.0 in. | std | — |
| Legroom - Second: 37.8 in. | std | — |
| Seating Capacity: 5 | std | — |
| Shoulder Room - First: 57.8 in. | std | — |
| Shoulder Room - Second: 56.4 in. | std | — |
| Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger) | — | std |
Exterior21 differ · 21 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Approach/Departure Angle: 18.6 / 21.4 degrees | std | — |
| Auto On/Off Headlights | — | std |
| Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation | — | std |
| EPA Class: Small SUV | std | — |
| Ground Clearance: 8.1 in. (SE) / 8.3 in. (XSE) | std | — |
| Halogen Rear Turn Indicators | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) | — | std |
| LED Front Turn Indicators | — | std |
| LED Headlights & Taillights | — | std |
| LED Side Mirror Turn Indicator | — | std |
| Overall Height (with antenna): 67.0 in. (SE) / 67.2 in. (XSE) | std | — |
| Overall Length: 180.9 in. | std | — |
| Overall Width: 73.0 in. | std | — |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | — | std |
| Smart Clear Wiper | — | std |
| Tailgate | — | std |
| Tire Size: 225/60R18 (SE) / 235/55R19 (XSE) | std | — |
| Wheel Size: 18 x 7.0 in. (SE) / 19 x 7.5 in. (XSE) | std | — |
| Wheel Type and Material: Standard aluminum alloy | std | — |
| Wheelbase: 105.9 in. | std | — |
| Spare Tire/Wheel: Temporary | std | — |
Powertrain28 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| 3.3 kW Charging Time (120V at 12A/240V at 16A): 12 / 4.5 hr. | std | — |
| Battery Pack Type: 18.1 kWh Lithium-Ion | std | — |
| Battery Voltage: 355.2V | std | — |
| Bore x Stroke: 87.5 x 103.4 mm | std | — |
| Charger: 3.3 kW on-board charger (optional 6.6 kW on XSE) | std | — |
| Compression Ratio: 14.0:1 | std | — |
| Continuously Variable Transmission (M-CVT) | — | std |
| Displacement: 2,487 cc | std | — |
| Dynamic Drive Modes | — | std |
| Electric Driving Range: 42 miles | std | — |
| Electric Motor Power Output, front/rear: 179/53 hp (134/40 kW) | std | — |
| Electric Motor Torque, front/rear: 199/89 lb.-ft. | std | — |
| Electric Motors Type: Permanent Magnet Synchronous | std | — |
| Emission Certification: SULEV | std | — |
| Engine Oil: SAE OW-16; 4.8 qt. with oil filter change | std | — |
| Engine Type: 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head | std | — |
| EPA Estimated Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined MPG): 40/36/38 | std | — |
| Fuel Capacity: 14.5 gal. | std | — |
| Fuel System: D-4S | std | — |
| Horsepower: 177 hp @ 6,000 rpm | std | — |
| Hybrid System Net Horsepower: 302 combined net hp | std | — |
| Idle-Stop | — | std |
| MPGe: 94 | std | — |
| Recommended Fuel: 87-octane unleaded or higher | std | — |
| Torque: 165 lb.-ft. @ 3,600 rpm | std | — |
| Transmission Type: Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | std | — |
| Valve train: 16-valves (four-valve/cylinder), Dual Overhead Camshafts (DOHC) with Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system by Electric motor (VVT-iE) on the intake camshaft, and Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system (VVT-i) on the exhaust camshaft | std | — |
| Real-Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ | std | std |
Chassis15 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes Front Diameter: 12.9in. | std | — |
| Brakes Front Type: Ventilated disc | std | — |
| Brakes Rear Diameter: 12.4in. | std | — |
| Brakes Rear Type: Ventilated disc | std | — |
| Curb Weight: 4,235 lbs. (SE) / 4,300 lbs. (XSE) | std | — |
| GVWR: 5,530 lbs. | std | — |
| Parking: Electronic Parking Brake | std | — |
| Payload: 1,295 lbs. (SE) / 1,230 lbs. (XSE) | std | — |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter (front/rear): 25.4/23.2mm | std | — |
| Steering Overall Ratio: 14.3:1 (SE) / 14.4:1 (XSE) | std | — |
| Steering Turning Circle Diameter (curb-to-curb): 36.1 ft. (SE) / 37.4 ft (XSE) | std | — |
| Steering Turns (lock-to-lock): 2.76 (SE) / 2.65 (XSE) | std | — |
| Steering Type: Electric Power Steering (EPS); rack-mounted parallel-type electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system | std | — |
| Suspension Front: MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar | std | — |
| Suspension Rear: multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar | std | — |
Cargo4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Volume - Behind front row w/ second row folded: 63.1 cu. ft. w/ moonroof / 63.2 cu. ft. without moonroof | std | — |
| Cargo Volume - Behind second row: 33.4 cu. ft. w/moonroof / 33.5 cu. ft. without moonroof | std | — |
| Max Towing Capacity: 2,500 lbs. | std | — |
| Maximum Tongue Weight (10% of Tow Rating): 250 lbs. | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota RAV4 Prime
Safety Signal 89 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 65 · 5 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (43), Unspecified (20), Vehicle Speed Control (6)
Top recalls
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
Honda CR-V
Safety Signal 63 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 8 · 1 filed unfixed
Owner complaints 633 · 22 crashes · 2 fires
Most complained about Steering (397), Forward Collision Avoidance (57), Lane Departure (53)
Top recalls
- high Fuel System, Gasoline 24V763000 · 720,810 vehicles
- high Electrical System 24V745000 · 98 vehicles
- high Steering 24V744000 · 1,693,199 vehicles
- high Fuel System, Gasoline 23V858000 · 2,490,460 vehicles
- high Power Train 23V588000 · 19 vehicles
- high Seats 23V092000 · 98 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Honda CR-VLX FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $43,690 (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $43,690 – $47,560 2 trims | — 9 trims |
| Powertrains | PHEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | RAV4 Prime 4WD | CR-V Hybrid FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 38 | 40 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,750 | $1,700 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) | — |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) | — |
| Roadside assistance | 2 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime or the 2023 Honda CR-V?
The Honda CR-V wins clearly, 91 to 82.7, on tech & comfort, performance, fuel & range. The Toyota RAV4 Prime is ahead on safety and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2023 Honda CR-V scores 91 and the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime 82.7. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime or the 2023 Honda CR-V?
2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 2 recalls. 2023 Honda CR-V: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 8 recalls (1 filed with no repair available). Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime and the 2023 Honda CR-V?
Where the 2023 Honda CR-V wins: it lists 29 standard driver-assist features against 1, lists more comfort and tech equipment (17 points against 10 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and carries 109 hp per ton against 83.6. Where the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (65 against 633 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 89 against 63). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars.