2023 Toyota Camry vs RAV4 / Huge Difference! (Comparison & 0-60)

While their purposes may be similar, the RAV4 and Camry take vastly different approaches! Today I am going to forget about the Honda Accord and Subaru Forester and focus on the big question of Camry or RAV4?
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00:25 RAV4 Changes / Pricing
1:12 Powertrains / 0-60

[@manueldavila1059]

I have back problems and getting in and out of a Camry is more of a challenge than a rav 4

[@Realistick]

A big pro from that higher seating position and ground clearance!

[@front2427]

better with a van

[@Doc1855]

I too had problems getting in and out of our Camry, but getting in and out of my Rav and my wife’s Outback is easy. On occasion I have to use a wheelchair, and it was horrible for the Camry but so much easier with the Rav and Outback

[@MilkyWayGalaxyy]

The camry looks so much better, at least the previous models did but the only reason to get a rav4 for me is more leg room. I am 6ft 2.

[@front2427]

@@MilkyWayGalaxyy a tiddler these days, zip up boy...

[@learzetur6]

I bought a 2024 Toyota Camry LE with the convenience package and blind spot monitoring package. We are a family of 3 and the Camry feels so spacious plus we got an amazing deal compared to the RAV4. I was extremely surprised how quiet it is and how comfortable it is.

[@RiverRat1953]

I purchased a 2023 Camry SE and and I am thrilled with it. I am 69 years old and my previous ride was a 2011 FJ Cruiser which I had great service from, but I was looking for something with better fuel mileage and a little more comfort. I am getting 32 mpg combined and the motor is not even broken in yet.

[@breaker1685]

I own a 2022 Camry and have test driven RAV4's several times - I can tell you without any doubt that the Camry has a more sophisticated comfortable better handling drive with slightly less road noise. The main thing I give to the RAV4 is that it sits higher and has much better ground clearance for those awkward driveways. Also the Camry has longer more comfortable seats (i.e., more bottom and thigh support). But the smoothness of the Camry on the road is what sold me over the RAV4. The RAV4 has a bit of a "PRADO feel", that is, it sways you from side to side more with road undulations and with a more stiff feel. I personally feel the RAV4 for its high price is over-rated! And the Camry with its lower price is under-rated. The only mistake Toyota made with the Camry was to lower it too low over the previous model Camry's, it needs to be about another 1.5" higher with the ground clearance. Or, shock, horror, bring out a Camry Cross-Over (SUV) version like the Corolla Cross

[@huynguyentoantin]

I test drove both cars and picked the Camry because it is more quiet and refined.

[@davidroth520]

Got my Camry Hybrid LE today! Wonderful! Quiet, refined, lovely.

[@ElleKay-iu1vn]

Very informative video…we are driving a 12 year old Camry & will likely stick with it instead of a Rav4 when purchasing a new one. Our Camrys in the past lasted 13 and 14 years so we hope the new models have the same longevity.

[@Gforu81]

Love this! I wanted the Rav 4 but it was too expensive $70 a month more than the Camry ... so got a basic Camry LE. Thank you for pointing out the hybrid's extra costs no one talks about that.

[@superbird24]

Thank you for comparing the Camry sedan and the Rav4 SUV. The Camry’s standard 17” wheels make for better ride comfort compared to the 18” and 19” options. I also like how you noted hybrid battery replacement for long term ownership. It’s something that reviewers almost always omit.

[@Gforu81]

Same.

[@hiyahandsome]

Much as I like Toyota, their seemingly unaddressed problems with hybrid cable junction corrosion on hybrid vehicles would prevent me from purchasing one. Love that they still make a V-6 Camry. I would seriously consider a gas only Rav4 as my next vehicle. Great summary chock full of useful information as usual, Tyler.

[@Realistick]

I hope they can get a recall out on that one soon, really hurts for the people up north!

[@Central-Scrutinizer]

They did address it. Look up the Car Care Nut on YT.

[@miragexl007]

Lol.ok.

[@colinbarnerj3a]

I believe this only applies to AWD Toyota hybrids. A Camry hybrid should be in the clear.

[@gulfcoastgal_]

Had Camry Hybrid for 10 yrs no issues Only filled up every 6-8 weeks

[@georgewoodget271]

Excellent Video well detailed with pricing, Cubic feet per vehicle, MPG, 0 - 60 acceleration times engine sizes 4 Cyl VS 6Cyl and trim levels. You covered it all for your viewers.You took your time presenting the information. Honestly this is one of the best new car comparison Video's that I have ever seen. Thank You

[@danjohnson9396]

For me the Rav4 is so much easier to get in and out of that I prefer it. I agree the Camry is a more refined interior.

[@huynguyentoantin]

more refined interior and drive

[@nicholaspetre1]

This was a truly awesome review. Thank you so much.

[@naveenthemachine]

In 2019 I cross shopped a top end rav4 limited fully loaded vs a fully loaded Camry XSE v6 both for 40K. The Camry is a no brianer. It’s more refined much more luxurious and much faster. And it sounds way better whereas the rav4 even at that price still gets a noisy 4 cylinder

[@thefamilydog4115]

Killing it on the reviews lately

[@Realistick]

Thank you, I am trying to branch out to more brands to feed the higher production pace!

[@thefamilydog4115]

@@Realistick I hope you can get into some other brands soon. Seeing your unique comparisons is nice. Like I want to see how a new integra stacks up compared to a base Cadillac CT4 as a weird example.

[@CalebMarrok]

Your theory about why the hybrids have more oomf at the starting line isn't far off. Electric motors achieve 100% of the power output for a given input of electricity, immediately. Whereas gas motors, for a given gas input, don't reach their peak power output for a couple extra seconds.

[@loriwitkop1389]

I traded my 2022 Camry for a 2021 Subaru Outback (with 7K miles).... I don't regret it. I tested the Rav4 and hated it! Both the Rav and Camry gave me back pains; where the Subaru is so comfortable!

[@mountainhobo]

12:25 "[...] protruding plastics, my knees rest more on those [in RAV4]" - This is my pet peeve of the design of modern vehicles, the pointlessly wide center consoles, robbing taller drivers of the necessary knee room. I used to drive compact cars decades ago, now I have less knee room in mid-sized cars because of this dumb design. It's style over substance. I wish car manufactures would hire adults again to do interior design and ergonomics. Prioritize function over form, NOT the other way around. Thank you for mentioning it.

[@TrayCaddyyy]

I got to drive a Camry XLE hybrid and it was really quiet, smooth, and in sport mode pulled really well. Compared to my base Civic, it’s really nice.

[@Doc1855]

The 3.5 V6 in the Camry is the same V6 in my mom’s Lexus and my 11 Rav. They’re awesome engine’s. If you change the oil regularly, the 3.5 V6 will last 250-300K miles.

[@naveenthemachine]

The current Camry has thr 2GR FKS. You’re thinking the 2GR FE engine. They are somewhat the same but the FKS adds gdi

[@mustaphan9121]

@@naveenthemachine what is gdi?

[@naveenthemachine]

@@mustaphan9121 gasoline direct injection

[@mustaphan9121]

@@naveenthemachine thanks brother

[@jone30rw]

the cost difference of gas and hybrid version is not noticeable until 60K miles --> not everyone talk about that. it is good to have a video that provide some analysis not just numbers (which we can also find on the toyota's website).

[@DJLOUIE1000]

Which rides more comfortable and is easier to get in and out?

[@CapELarry]

You are just cranking out the videos lately. I love it!

[@Realistick]

Thanks, I might have to take the second vid for this week off if i cant finish it tonight

[@luckycharm1611]

Thanks for your detailed information. We will go with the Camry LE, for the reasons you stated, plus it will give more mileage for the gas model as compared a Gas RAV4 and also is going to cost less between the two LEs

[@650dude]

That is very much shattered expectations

[@huntersawesome8587]

Would the rav4 be more safe in a crash compared to the Camry

[@htexas918]

This is what I’m curious about as well. Higher car does better against a larger vehicle than a sedan

[@gop4usa12]

Choosing between a Rav4 and Camry depends on your lifestyle. Rav4's are multi-purpose vehicles. Camry's are more about performance, comfort, and efficiency. I chose the Camry for it's style, quality of the ride, and fuel efficiency.

[@justin94block]

I have a 2019 camry SE that's about to get paid off, and I want a Rav4. Merely for cargo space, optional tow hitch for my bike, and it seems more family friendly. The camry is hard getting into compared to the Rav4.

[@jefferys9593]

Great comparison , thank you.

[@grayman618]

$39,000 for a RAV4 did I see that correctly! That's simply over the top. I would buy the Camry all day over the RAV.

[@Gforu81]

Yep. I wanted the Rav but it was too much so got a boring Camry 😹

[@huynguyentoantin]

@@Gforu81 RAV4 is more boring and noisy

[@hugogonzalez3610]

@@Gforu81after year still boring?

[@MilkyWayGalaxyy]

The only reason I would get a rav4 is for higher seating and more leg room. I am 6ft 2. But I think you said the camry has more leg room bc of the center console?

[@Realistick]

Yeah id say the rav4 may have a little better back seat space with the headroom but for the driver, the Camry felt better for me at 6’3.

[@MilkyWayGalaxyy]

@@Realistick Thank you, that gives me a lot more insight to help make a decision between the two!

[@justsomeone6835]

You have 19 inch wheels on the night shade SE you are testing and the regular SE has 18 inch wheels

[@benzhang7516]

Wait for rav4 2023 reviews

[@lilbobby460]

I have both lol love them both

[@cerinawoehrley4199]

I just got a 22 camry xse black top red lower 2.5 motor a good car all around ride not bad way better then the altima

[@alengreen589]

both are good Toyota´s, thank you for the video .

[@philmanariotis6656]

Camry all the way 👍

[@babalsheek79]

just got my new 2024 xse but going back to switch it for suv .

[@Devilsadvocate1281]

Sorry… unless you’re talking about the Rav-4 Prime vs the 2GR V6.. any.. Camry.. it’s pointless… the Camry gets it for consistency for me. But they have to give incentive the company’s best seller in the US. The RAV4. Then Camry, then Corolla.

[@gibby6904]

Ive had my 2023 Camry for a month and can't wait to get in it and drive somewhere.....its a nice ride......I just don't like the SUV look.....they're everywhere and look the same! A Mercedes or Cadillac look like every other SUV......prefer sedans.....

[@jslagle6445]

Call out to KBB. . . . Give this man a full time job! He deserves to be at the factory launch press intros!!!

[@Doc1855]

We looked at the Venza, Rav and the Outback before replacing our 18 year old Camry. As far as insurance goes, the Venza was $1K more, the Rav was $700 more, the Outback was $300 more per year. We liked the Venza a lot but in both the Venza and Rav the rear view is horrible. At the end of the day, we chose the Outback. My Rav 4WD Limited is great during our 5-6 feet of snow every winter but our Outback is far superior.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

The Outback won’t last 100k miles.

[@Doc1855]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q I beg to differ. My brothers and sisters in law drive Outback’s exclusively. They get 300-350K miles from them. Some of the older ones were horrible for blowing head gaskets and oil consumption but that was taken care of with the 2018 year model and newer Subie’s

[@ohioking76]

I own both cars and i have to say the rav4 it's the better car 🙏

[@JitinMisra]

I know the RAV 4 is higher up seating position, but if we are talking position of seat from seat cushion to floor, is RAV 4 more significantly higher up?

[@bonecollector8086]

Regular Toyota hybrids are quite impossible to find.

[@myytchannel6632]

They are all over. You just have to buy what you see since they go fast.

[@Brararaf101]

I got my camry le for 22k new in 2019 now i desperately want rav 4 i got 72k miles great car just too low

[@philmanariotis6656]

Camry.

[@DimiturPetrov]

With 2 kids I already picked the rav

[@TheJnkh]

Road noise is only breaking my deal... N i dont like any other car. And i love long cruises. Dono what to do

[@highplainsdrifter9849]

Camry for me

[@creativehaadi125]

I think that camry is going to lose in the drag race but I prefer that Rav4 will win.

[@Coxrmz]

Simply I go for USA industry to Canada industry

[@Brararaf101]

camry is too low uncomfortable ride is rogher then older ones . V6 is a beast i'm sure its still dependable as a camry interior is cheap tho

[@spookerr]

Please RAISE the Volume Levels on you videos. Thanks.

[@Realistick]

I’ve noticed they aren’t as loud as music is typically but they’re as loud as I can get them without causing “peaking” problems, trust me, audio peaking is much worse than watching in a quieter environment with better speakers.

[@viewlesswind]

4 cylinder GDI for an SUV? Plus tons of plastic engine parts. No thank you.

[@jraniray]

2024 Camry AWD and RAV4 r same price

[@tnglator]

Camry xse just better looking. Sorry but rav4 is just gay

[@alidjaranabi8367]

Camry

[@cirodom]

Eu ficaria como rav 4

[@burjis24]

Camry 2018 and up is the most Ugliest Sedan in market....in and out ugly...dashboard is big NO NO...weird Y shape dash design....and later toyota just added a tablet kind of screen on this ugly dashboard...i just turn my face when i see this ugly sedan

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

Are you 3?

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

The RAV4 is the much smarter buy. I doubt the Camry will even exist in a couple years.

[@Realistick]

Dog it’s the best selling sedan in the US, it’s not going anywhere

[@JasonL_Hawaii]

@@Realistick Just to add to your point, Corollas and Camrys are not going anywhere.

[@MilkyWayGalaxyy]

Camrys wont exist in a few years!?? Lol. That is the dumbest thing I heard in a while. The Camry is the most popular car in human history! It's not going anywhere! If they keep improving it and making it more reliable, it is only going to get more popular.

[@Gforu81]

Just got the basic Camry and prefer crossovers/SUVs but they are SUPER expensive ...Camry is more affordable and it's a reliable nice car ..not going anywhere.

[@matthewmccarty1223]

They’re mainly discontinued in Japan but I guarantee they’ll still be in the US for years to come.

[@burjis24]

2018 and up camry...i can write a book about how ugly this camry looks inside and outside ugly....weirdest ugliest dashboard ever...no good Finish on dashboard....speedometer is way too much on the right side which gets blocked view by steering wheel....front windshield and rear windshield both are so bent down slope that getting a proper view is difficult....ugliest lid of center console cross cut design....heated seat buttons are just forcefully placed.....hand brake is on the pedal not near the centre console in LE model....for the engine 2.5 litre is good but it should have had a little more horsepower 205 bhp is struggling on initial pull grunt noise a lot....8 gears are way too much car runs extra light on 7th and 8th gear takes away the driving feel / pleasure...toyota just added 2 extra gears for more fuel economy.....hybrid version is good bhp 219 bhp but here the problem is ECVT not so good transmission it gets you good fuel economy but No driving feel / pleasure

[@countschad]

There's no spare. It's a donut....

[@Realistick]

The standard spare is a donut or space saver so there is no point in specifying, I’ll let you know if something is full-size.

[@countschad]

@@Realistick A donut is not a spare; a spare is a full size tire....

[@Realistick]

@@countschad Objectively, it's a type of spare, whether you personally recognize it as such is up to you😉

[@romanaronov8413]

Camry is trash, throw it in the garbage. Rav4 all the way!!