2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs 2019 Honda CR-V

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V as 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid as 8 out of 10.

The 2019 Honda CR-V offers four trim levels—LX, EX, EX-L, Touring—each equipped with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). The CR-V LX comes with standard 17-inch aluminum wheels, while higher trims feature body-color trim, bigger 18-inch wheels, and rear privacy glass. The interior exudes quality with an abundance of storage space, including 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back seat and 75.8 cu-ft with the rear seats folded down.

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid boasts a mean and mechanical look with stacked, trapezoidal apertures and a perforated grille. It is available in four trims: LE, XLE, XSE, and Limited. The interior is simple and functional, with excellent ergonomics and a spacious rear seat with impressive legroom. The cargo compartment offers 37.6 cubic feet of trunk capacity.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 7 out of 10 and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 10 out of 10.

The 2019 Honda CR-V offers a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine in the LX trim and a turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine in higher trims. The smaller turbocharged engine provides more satisfying acceleration and better fuel economy. The CR-V’s driving dynamics impress, with a connected and composed ride and capable handling.

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's 219 horsepower and combined EPA fuel economy rating of 40 miles per gallon make it a standout performer in its class. Its novel powertrain combines a 2.5-liter, 176-horsepower four-cylinder gasoline engine with two electric motors to drive all four wheels, delivering exceptional fuel economy and smooth acceleration.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 9 out of 10.

The Honda CR-V offers a spacious interior with excellent storage space and a large cargo area. However, it lacks a front passenger seat height adjuster, which may be a deal-breaker for some.

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid features excellent ergonomics, a spacious rear seat, and a capacious cargo compartment. However, some road noise still makes its way into the cabin.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 7 out of 10 and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 8 out of 10.

The 2019 Honda CR-V features a long list of infotainment upgrades, driver-assistance features, and collision-avoidance systems. However, the infotainment system lacks a tuning knob and is rather distracting.

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offers standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing excellent infotainment technology. It also features a Predictive Efficient Drive technology to improve the hybrid system’s efficiency.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 8 out of 10 and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 9 out of 10.

The Honda CR-V comes with Honda Sensing, a suite of advanced safety features, as standard on all trims except for the LX. It is a Top Safety Pick according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid gets Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 as standard equipment, which includes a pre-collision system with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, among other features. It has received a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).