Head-to-head
2026 Honda CR-V vs 2026 Toyota RAV4
Too close to call: Honda CR-V 93.2 vs Toyota RAV4 92.2 with these weights. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on safety and fuel & range. Raise the performance weight from 2 to 4.3 and it flips.
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2026 Honda CR-V
The 2026 Honda CR-V is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid, gas and hydrogen fuel cell compact SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the CR-…
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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 Honda CR-V
Toss-upToo close to call: Honda CR-V 93.2 vs Toyota RAV4 92.2 with these weights. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on safety and fuel & range. Raise the performance weight from 2 to 4.3 and it flips.
Tech & comfort 2026 Honda CR-V leads by 27.3
Safety 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads by 10.8
Fuel & range 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads by 8.2
| Category · weight | 2026 Honda CR-Voverall 93.2 | 2026 Toyota RAV4overall 92.2 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 96.9 | ||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | ||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 91.8 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 81.2 | 92 | ||||||||||||
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 | 94.8 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 89.1 | 97.8 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 72.7 | ||||||||||||
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 | 93.2 | 92.2 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Honda CR-V: base trim LX FWD · Toyota RAV4: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the performance weight from 2 to 4.3 and the answer flips.
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 Honda CR-V wins
- It lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 18.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (22 points against 16 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It turns out 179 lb-ft of torque against 163.
Where the 2026 Toyota RAV4 answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (35 against 146 filed with NHTSA).
- It makes 226 hp against 190.
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.
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Specifications side by side
50 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,920 | $31,900 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | Atkinson Cycle |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1,498 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger | 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 | 190 hp | 226 hp |
| Torque | 179 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg | 47 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg | 43 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg | 40 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 5.640 | — |
| Transmission type | cvt | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in | 8.1 in |
| Overall height | 66.2 in | 66.7 in |
| Overall length | 185 in | 181 in |
| Overall width | 73.5 in | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 76.5 cu-ft | 70.4 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.3 cu-ft | 37.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 106 cu-ft | 98.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40 in | 37.9 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.2 in | 39.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.3 in | 41 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41 in | 37.8 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,472 lbs | 3,640 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,472 lbs | 3,640 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 4,920 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering | Electric Power Steering (EPS); rack-mounted parallel-type electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.3 ft | 36.9 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 312 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | epb | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | 310 mm | 282 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | steel | alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/65R17 104H | 235/65R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | HondaLink | Toyota Safety Connect / Remote Connect / Service Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.9 in | 57 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.9 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
102 features · differences first, then sharedSafety28 differ · 36 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | std |
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | std | — |
| Rear i-side Airbag System | std | — |
| Trailer-Sway Control (TSC) | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | std | — |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | std | — |
| Auto High Beam Headlights | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | std |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Brake Hold | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold | std | — |
| Hill Descent Control | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | std | — |
| Post Collision Braking System | std | — |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | std | — |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | std | — |
| Seat Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | 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 |
| 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 |
| Traffic Jam Assist (Traffic Jam Driving Support Function) | std | — |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) | std | — |
| Vehicle Proximity Notification System (VPNS) | — | std |
| Anti-theft system with engine immobilizer | — | std |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | 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 |
| 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 |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | 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 |
| 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 |
Infotainment16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Spotify® – separate subscription required) compatibility. 30-day trial subscription with Unlimited Hotspot Data | — | std |
| 10.5-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, six speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® with 360L with 3-month trial | — | std |
| 160-Watt Audio System with 4 Speakers | std | — |
| 2 - 15w front USB-C charging ports and 1 center console media USB-C charging port | — | std |
| 9-inch Color Touchscreen | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. 1-year trial on Limited AWD; capable/subscription required on all other HEV grades; 1-year trial on XSE & GR SPORT PHEV; capable on SE & Woodland PHEV | — | 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 |
| Hondalink | std | — |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app. 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 — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. 5-year minimum trial subscription | — | std |
| Single Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Smartphone / Audio Interface (x1) - Front Seats | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
Convenience7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| Cruise Control | std | — |
| Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | std | — |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto Up/Down Driver | std | — |
| Push Button Start | std | — |
| Smart Key System on front doors with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, and panic functions, and remote illuminated entry | — | std |
Climate3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | std | — |
| Dual zone automatic climate control system with dust and pollen filter and rear-seat vents | — | std |
| Humidity Sensor | std | — |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 6-way manual front passenger seat with seatback pocket | — | std |
| 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat with center armrest and cup holders | — | std |
| Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed seats; 8-way manual-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support; 6-way manual front passenger seat with seatback pocket | — | std |
| Passenger Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | std | — |
Interior7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | 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 |
| 7-Inch TFT Meter Display | std | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | std | — |
| LED Front & Rear Map Lights | std | — |
| Sunglasses Holder | std | — |
| Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger) | std | — |
| Day/night rearview mirror | — | std |
Exterior16 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | 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 |
| Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation | std | — |
| Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| Halogen Rear Turn Indicators | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | — | std |
| LED Front Turn Indicators | std | — |
| LED Headlights & Taillights | std | — |
| LED Side Mirror Turn Indicator | std | — |
| LED taillights | — | std |
| Low-profile black roof rails | — | std |
| Power Side Mirrors | std | — |
| Privacy Glass | std | — |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | std | — |
| Smart Clear Wiper | std | — |
| Rear liftgate window defogger | — | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | std | std |
Powertrain7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive | opt | — |
| Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | — | std |
| Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | std | — |
| Dynamic Drive Modes | std | — |
| Front-Wheel Drive | std | — |
| Idle-Stop | std | — |
Chassis4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Agile Handling Assist | std | — |
| Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) | std | — |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | std | — |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHonda CR-V
Safety Signal 94 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 1 · 1 filed unfixed
Owner complaints 146 · 11 crashes · 4 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (36), Electrical System (27), Visibility/Wiper (26)
Top recalls
- moderate Tires 26V366000 · 1,048,613 vehicles · filed unfixed
Toyota RAV4
Safety Signal 97 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 35 · 3 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (11), Unspecified (10), Electrical System (7)
Top recalls
- minor Equipment 26V571000 · 135 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Honda CR-VLX FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $30,920 (base trim) | $31,900 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $30,920 – $42,250 12 trims | $31,900 – $48,500 13 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS, FCEV | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | CR-V FWD | RAV4 |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 40 | 43 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,700 | $1,550 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Honda CR-V or the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
Too close to call: Honda CR-V 93.2 vs Toyota RAV4 92.2 with these weights. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on safety and fuel & range. Raise the performance weight from 2 to 4.3 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Honda CR-V scores 93.2 and the 2026 Toyota RAV4 92.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Honda CR-V or the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Honda CR-V starts lower — $30,920 against $31,900, a gap of $980 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Honda CR-V or the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
2026 Honda CR-V: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall (1 filed with no repair available). 2026 Toyota RAV4: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 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 Honda CR-V and the 2026 Toyota RAV4?
Where the 2026 Honda CR-V wins: it lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 18, lists more comfort and tech equipment (22 points against 16 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and turns out 179 lb-ft of torque against 163. Where the 2026 Toyota RAV4 answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (35 against 146 filed with NHTSA) and makes 226 hp against 190.