Head-to-head
2025 Hyundai Tucson vs 2025 Toyota RAV4
The Hyundai Tucson edges it, 93.4 to 90.3, on tech & comfort, space & cargo, price. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on safety and fuel & range.
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2025 Hyundai Tucson
The 2025 Hyundai Tucson is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid, hybrid and gas compact SUV with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tuc…
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The 2025 Toyota RAV4 is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid, hybrid and gas compact SUV with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the RAV4 H…
Verdict · default weights
2025 Hyundai Tucson
Slight edgeThe Hyundai Tucson edges it, 93.4 to 90.3, on tech & comfort, space & cargo, price. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on safety and fuel & range.
Tech & comfort 2025 Hyundai Tucson leads by 37.5
Safety 2025 Toyota RAV4 leads by 8.7
Fuel & range 2025 Toyota RAV4 leads by 6.4
| Category · weight | 2025 Hyundai Tucsonoverall 93.4 | 2025 Toyota RAV4overall 90.3 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 99.5 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 93.6 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 78.8 | 87.5 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 100 | 95.2 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 92.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 62.5 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 93.4 | 90.3 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Hyundai Tucson: base trim SE FWD · Toyota RAV4: base trim LE 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 2025 Hyundai Tucson wins
- It lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 16.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (24 points against 15 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It opens up to 80.3 cu ft of cargo against 69.8.
Where the 2025 Toyota RAV4 answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (105 against 445 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 81 against 69).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
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
51 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,705 | $28,850 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,497 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | D-4S |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 203 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.648 | 3.177 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.4 in |
| Overall height | 65.6 in | 67 in |
| Overall length | 183 in | 181 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 109 in | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 80.3 cu-ft | 69.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 38.7 cu-ft | 37.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 147 cu-ft | 98.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 37.7 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.5 in | 39.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.4 in | 41 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.3 in | 37.8 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,429 lbs | 3,370 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,429 lbs | 3,370 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,717 lbs | 4,610 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), rack and pinion, column-mounted | Electric Power Steering (EPS); electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.6 ft | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 325 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | 300 mm | 282 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | steel |
| Wheel width | 7 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Bluelink+ | Toyota Safety Connect / Remote Connect / Service Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 120 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.6 in | 57.8 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56 in | 56.4 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
99 features · differences first, then sharedSafety31 differ · 38 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type) | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ (TSS 2.5+) — Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Road Sign Assist (RSA) and Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | std | — |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type) | std | — |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) | std | — |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ (TSS 2.5+) — Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Road Sign Assist (RSA) and Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) | std | — |
| Downhill Assist Control (DAC) | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | std | — |
| Trailer-Sway Control (TSC) | — | std |
| 8 airbags - Front, Front Side, Side-Curtain, & Rear Side with Rollover Sensors | std | — |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with LED accent lights, Automatic High Beams (AHB) and auto on/off | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | opt |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) | std | — |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Brake Hold | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) | std | — |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) | std | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) | std | — |
| Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2) | std | — |
| Steering wheel haptic feedback (for LKA and BCA) | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5) — Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Road Sign Assist (RSA) | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Management | std | — |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | std | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | std | std |
| Anti-theft system with engine immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert. | std | std |
Infotainment13 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music™) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| 12.3" color touchscreen with AM/FM, HD Radio, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio system with 6-speakers (ccNC Lite) | std | — |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, six speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month trial subscription | — | std |
| Bluelink+ Connected Car System | std | — |
| Controller OTA update capability | std | — |
| Front Dual USB Type-C ports (1 data/charge + 1 charge port (27W)) | std | — |
| HD Radio™ Technology | std | — |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Allows you to lock/unlock doors, start and stop the vehicle, locate your last parked location, check vehicle status and monitor guest drivers. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Second row Dual USB ports (27W charging power) | std | — |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (3-month trial subscription) | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ | std | — |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with silver accent and red-stitching, and controls for audio, Multi-Information Display (MID), Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice-command, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA) and Lane Trace Assist (LTA) | std | std |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with silver accent and red-stitching, and controls for audio, Multi-Information Display (MID), Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice-command, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA) and Lane Trace Assist (LTA) | std | std |
Convenience4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and liftgate with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock and panic function, power liftgate and remote illuminated entry | std | — |
| Power windows with auto up/down and jam protection in all positions | — | std |
| Remote release Hood | std | — |
| 12-volt outlet (2) Front (1) / cargo (1) | std | — |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Climate control system with dust and pollen filter and rear-seat vents | — | std |
Seating2 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric-trimmed seats with sporty red stitching and embossed seat inserts; heated front seats; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with lumbar support; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket | std | — |
| Remote release folding rear seats (from cargo) | std | — |
| 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat with center armrest and cup holders | std | std |
| Fabric-trimmed seats; 6-way adjustable front driver's seat; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket | std | std |
| 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat with center armrest and cup holders | std | std |
Interior7 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2" Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| Tilt & Telescoping steering wheel | std | — |
| Sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| LED Cargo area light | std | — |
| Sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | std | — |
| Trip odometer | std | — |
| Black carpet flooring with driver-side footrest | — | std |
| Day/night rearview mirror | std | std |
Exterior14 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with LED accent lights, Automatic High Beams (AHB) and auto on/off | — | std |
| Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and folding feature | — | std |
| Acoustic Laminated Windshield | std | — |
| Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam) | std | — |
| Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and folding feature | — | opt |
| Dual chrome-tipped exhaust | — | std |
| LED front turn signals | std | — |
| LED taillights | — | std |
| Shark-fin roof antenna | std | — |
| Privacy glass on all rear side, quarter and liftgate windows | — | std |
| Solar glass Front Door, Windshield | std | — |
| Mud Guards Front/Rear | opt | — |
| Rear spoiler Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor | std | — |
| Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) accent lighting | std | std |
| Rear liftgate window defogger | std | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary | std | std |
Powertrain4 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | std | — |
| AWD Lock | opt | — |
| Drive Mode Center-console mounted | std | — |
| Idle Stop & Go | std | — |
| Front-Wheel Drive | std | std |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion steering, column-mounted | std | — |
Cargo5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Tow Hitch | opt | — |
| Cargo area tonneau cover | — | opt |
| Dual level cargo floor (n/a on PHEV) | std | — |
| Height-adjustable rear cargo area deck board | — | std |
| Trailer pre-wiring | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHyundai Tucson
Safety Signal 69 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 7
Owner complaints 445 · 40 crashes · 2 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (278), Electrical System (124), Unspecified (88)
Top recalls
- high Forward Collision Avoidance 26V316000 · 423,062 vehicles
- high Air Bags 25V809000 · 258 vehicles
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 25V549000 · 29 vehicles
- high Electrical System 24V877000 · 42,465 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 26V047000 · 41,651 vehicles
- minor Electrical System 26V400000 · 96,310 vehicles
Toyota RAV4
Safety Signal 81 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 4
Owner complaints 105 · 12 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (28), Visibility/Wiper (16), Electrical System (15)
Top recalls
- high Seats 26V256000 · 4 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V179000 · 8,230 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $28,705 (base trim) | $28,850 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $28,705 – $47,440 16 trims | $28,850 – $47,735 19 trims |
| Powertrains | PHEV, HEV, GAS | PHEV, HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Tucson FWD | RAV4 |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 28 | 30 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,400 | $2,250 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson or the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
The Hyundai Tucson edges it, 93.4 to 90.3, on tech & comfort, space & cargo, price. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on safety and fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Hyundai Tucson scores 93.4 and the 2025 Toyota RAV4 90.3. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson or the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
The 2025 Hyundai Tucson starts lower — $28,705 against $28,850, a gap of $145 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson or the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
2025 Hyundai Tucson: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 7 recalls. 2025 Toyota RAV4: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 4 recalls. 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 2025 Hyundai Tucson and the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
Where the 2025 Hyundai Tucson wins: it lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 16, lists more comfort and tech equipment (24 points against 15 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and opens up to 80.3 cu ft of cargo against 69.8. Where the 2025 Toyota RAV4 answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (105 against 445 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 81 against 69). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.