Head-to-head
2026 Ford Bronco vs 2026 Toyota RAV4
The Toyota RAV4 wins clearly, 87.2 to 78.6, on fuel & range, price, space & cargo. The Ford Bronco is ahead on tech & comfort and performance.
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2026 Ford Bronco
The 2026 Ford Bronco is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact SUV with 9 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Bronco 4WD, is EPA-rated at 20 mp…
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The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid compact SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the RAV4, is EPA-rated at 43 mpg c…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Toyota RAV4
Clear winThe Toyota RAV4 wins clearly, 87.2 to 78.6, on fuel & range, price, space & cargo. The Ford Bronco is ahead on tech & comfort and performance.
Fuel & range 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads by 53.3
Tech & comfort 2026 Ford Bronco leads by 37.5
Price 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads by 21.8
| Category · weight | 2026 Ford Broncooverall 78.6 | 2026 Toyota RAV4overall 87.2 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 78.2 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 46.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 71.8 | 77.6 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 65.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 72.6 | |||||||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 78.6 | 87.2 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · all 7 categories compared
Ford Bronco: base trim Base 2-Door Manual 4WD · 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 2026 Toyota RAV4 wins
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 53).
- It is rated 43 combined against 20 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $1,650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,450 against $3,100).
Where the 2026 Ford Bronco answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (11 against 52 filed with NHTSA).
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (24 points against 15 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
What they share
- A 3-year basic warranty.
- 36,000-mile basic coverage.
- A 5-year powertrain warranty.
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
55 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $40,795 | $31,900 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | Atkinson Cycle |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,300 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 DOHC | 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 | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 226 hp |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 47 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 43 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 40 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.46 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 7 | — |
| Transmission type | manual | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in | 8.1 in |
| Overall height | 71.9 in | 66.7 in |
| Overall length | 174 in | 181 in |
| Overall width | 86.3 in | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 100 in | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 52 cu-ft | 70.4 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 20.6 cu-ft | 37.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 97.6 cu-ft | 98.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 41 in | 37.9 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 39.5 in |
| Third-row headroom | 39.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 43.1 in | 41 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 37.8 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.7 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,336 lbs | 3,640 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,336 lbs | 3,640 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,540 lbs | 4,920 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1,147 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent SLA with coil-over springs (HOSS 1.0) | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | 4-link solid axle with Panhard rod, coil-over springs (HOSS 1.0) | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion (EPAS) | Electric Power Steering (EPS); rack-mounted parallel-type electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.5 ft | 36.9 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 311 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | Power-vented disc, floating caliper dual-piston | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | 308 mm | 282 mm |
| Rear brake type | Power-vented disc, floating caliper single-piston | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | steel | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | P255/70R16 | 235/65R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.9 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Ford Connectivity Package | Toyota Safety Connect / Drive Connect / Remote Connect / Service Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.1 in | 57 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 56.4 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 51.8 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
104 features · differences first, then sharedSafety23 differ · 31 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | std |
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking | std | — |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Downhill Assist Control (DAC) | std | — |
| Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children (LATCH) - Each Second Row Seating Position | std | — |
| AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) | std | — |
| All Rows: Safety Canopy® Side-Curtain with Rollover Sensor | std | — |
| Belt-Minder® (Front Row) | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | 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 | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Brake Hold | — | std |
| Ford Trail Control™ (requires 10-speed transmission) | opt | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Perimeter Alarm | std | — |
| Personal Safety System™ | std | — |
| Post-Collision Braking | std | — |
| Rear View Camera | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 4.0 (TSS 4.0) — Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control w/Eco Mode (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Road Sign Assist (RSA), Proactive Driving Assist | — | std |
| Trail Turn Assist (requires 10-speed transmission and 2.7L or 3.0L engine) | opt | — |
| Vehicle Proximity Notification System (VPNS) | — | std |
| Anti-theft system with engine immobilizer | — | 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 | 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 | 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 | std |
| Trailer-Sway Control (TSC) | 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 |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | std | std |
Infotainment13 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 10.5-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, six speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® with 360L with 3-month trial | — | std |
| 2 - 15w front USB-C charging ports and 1 center console media USB-C charging port | — | std |
| 4G Modem | std | — |
| 911 Assist® | std | — |
| AM/FM Stereo with 7 Speakers Including Subwoofer | std | — |
| Drive Connect — Cloud Navigation with Google POI, Intelligent Assistant with Hey Toyota, and Destination Assist. 1-year trial (XSE, Limited, GR SPORT); capable/subscription required (all other grades) | — | std |
| Drive Recorder Dash Cam- integrated drive recording system that utilizes front and rear (front and Panoramic View Monitor if equipped) camera systems for video recording | — | std |
| Remote Connect — 1-year trial subscription | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and Stolen Vehicle Locator. 5-year minimum trial subscription | — | std |
| Service Connect — 5-year minimum trial subscription | — | std |
| SiriusXM® With 360L (3-Month Plan) | std | — |
| SYNC® 4 - 12" LCD Capacitive center display with Swipe Capability | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Spotify® – separate subscription required) compatibility | std | std |
Convenience4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual Smart Charging USB Ports - Type C + Std A, Second Row (Back of Center Floor Console) | std | — |
| Keyless Entry Keypad | opt | — |
| Powerpoints (12V) – One (1) – Center Floor Console and One (1) Cargo Area | std | — |
| Remote Keyless Access | std | — |
Climate3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control system with dust and pollen filter and rear-seat vents | — | std |
| Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control | opt | — |
| Manual Climate Control with Air Conditioning - Single Zone | std | — |
Seating5 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat with center armrest and cup holders | — | std |
| Cloth Seating | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed seats; 8-way manual-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support; 6-way manual front passenger seat with seatback pocket | — | std |
| Second-Row, 50/50 Split-Fold (2-Door) | std | — |
| Second-Row, 60/40 Split-Fold (4-Door) | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed seats; 8-way manual-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support; 6-way manual front passenger seat with seatback pocket | std | std |
| 6-way manual front passenger seat with seatback pocket | std | std |
Interior7 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-in. digital gauge cluster with customizable settings, integrated multimedia information, odometer, tripmeters, clock, outside temperature, rear passenger seatbelt indicators, fuel gauge, hybrid energy monitor, battery charge meter, fuel economy information, trip timer, shift-position and scheduled maintenance indicators, and warning messages | — | std |
| 12" LCD Digital Instrument Cluster (In-Gauge Cluster) | std | — |
| Hard Top Sound Deadening Headliner | std | — |
| MOLLE Panel (Driver and Front Passenger Seatback) | std | — |
| Manual Tilt and Telescoping Steering Column | std | — |
| Carpeted Floor Mats, First Row | std | — |
| Carpeted Flooring Front/Rear | std | — |
| Day/night rearview mirror | std | std |
Exterior20 differ · 20 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, daytime running lights (DRLs), front side marker lamp, parking lamp and front turn signal lamp with chrome accent, Automatic High Beams (AHB) auto on/off | — | std |
| 16" Bright Polished Silver-Painted Steel Wheels with P255/70R16 All-Season Tires (30") | std | — |
| Acoustic Windshield | std | — |
| Auto High-Beam Headlamps | std | — |
| Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Configurable) | std | — |
| Dual exhaust | — | std |
| Full Size Spare with Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | std | — |
| Halogen Taillamps | std | — |
| Hard Top: Carbonized Gray Molded-in-Color | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | — | std |
| LED Headlamps | std | — |
| LED taillights | — | std |
| Low-profile black roof rails | — | std |
| Manual Swing-Gate with Up To 150-Degree Swing | std | — |
| Mirrors, Sideview - Heated, Power Glass, Manual-Fold, Integrated Spotter Mirror | std | — |
| Privacy Glass - 2nd Row Side and Flip-Up Glass (Hard Top) | std | — |
| Privacy glass on all rear side, quarter and liftgate windows | — | std |
| Removable Doors and Top | std | — |
| Tow Hooks - 2 Front, 1 Rear | std | — |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | — | std |
Powertrain14 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| FWD (LE, SE, XLE Premium) | — | std |
| Terrain Management System (TMS) with G.O.A.T. Modes | std | — |
| 10-Speed Automatic Transmission | opt | — |
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine (300 hp / 325 lb-ft) | std | — |
| 4x4 with Part-Time Selectable Engagement (Electronic Shift-On-The-Fly) | std | — |
| 7-Speed Manual Transmission (6+1 crawler gear) | std | — |
| Advanced 4x4 with Automatic On-Demand Engagement | opt | — |
| Drive mode (trail, snow, normal and EV mode) | — | std |
| Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) | std | — |
| Electronic-Locking Front and Rear Axles | opt | — |
| Electronic-Locking Rear Axle | opt | — |
| Engine Block Heater | opt | — |
| Sasquatch® Package (Electronic-locking front and rear axles, 4.70 axle ratio, HOSS 2.0, 35" rugged-terrain tires, high-clearance fender flares) | opt | — |
| Terrain Management System (TMS) with 5 G.O.A.T. Modes (Normal, Eco, Sport, Slippery, Sand) | std | — |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| HOSS 1.0 System (HOSS-tuned heavy-duty monotube shocks) | std | — |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo area tonneau cover | — | std |
| Trailer Tow Prep Package | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPFord Bronco
Safety Signal 53 F
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / — / ★★★☆☆
Recalls 10 · 1 critical · 1 filed unfixed
Owner complaints 11 · 1 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Structure (3), Electrical System (2), Power Train (2)
Top recalls
- critical Engine 26V468000 · 565,691 vehicles
- high Visibility 26V725000 · 330 vehicles
- high Air Bags 26V580000 · 2,711 vehicles
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 26V548000 · 10,427 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Structure 26V403000 · 36,046 vehicles
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 26V343000 · 1,536 vehicles
Toyota RAV4
Safety Signal 94 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 52 · 4 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (18), Unspecified (16), Electrical System (11)
Top recalls
- minor Engine And Engine Cooling 26V659000 · 30,978 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V571000 · 135 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Ford BroncoBase 2-Door Manual 4WD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $40,795 (base trim) | $31,900 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $40,795 – $79,995 18 trims | $31,900 – $48,500 13 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Bronco 4WD | RAV4 |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 20 | 43 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,100 | $1,450 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | 5 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Ford Bronco or the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The Toyota RAV4 wins clearly, 87.2 to 78.6, on fuel & range, price, space & cargo. The Ford Bronco is ahead on tech & comfort and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Toyota RAV4 scores 87.2 and the 2026 Ford Bronco 78.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Ford Bronco or the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 starts lower — $31,900 against $40,795, a gap of $8,895 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Ford Bronco or the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
2026 Ford Bronco: no NHTSA rating yet, grade F, 10 recalls (1 filed with no repair available). 2026 Toyota RAV4: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 2 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 2026 Ford Bronco and the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
Where the 2026 Toyota RAV4 wins: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 53), is rated 43 combined against 20 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $1,650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,450 against $3,100). Where the 2026 Ford Bronco answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (11 against 52 filed with NHTSA) and lists more comfort and tech equipment (24 points against 15 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½). What they share: a 3-year basic warranty, 36,000-mile basic coverage, and a 5-year powertrain warranty.