2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid VS 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: Which Hybrid Is Best?

Today I compare a 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid to a 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid!
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[@ToyotaChrisWI]

Love the digital rear view mirror and spare tire in the RAV4

[@aj_aka_alan]

Available in 2024 CRV, but not the tire

[@JAm-uo6oh]

I like both, but I bought Rav4 Hybrid Limited because it has cooling seats and spare tire.

[@user-jv4yo7qm6h]

Just purchased a 2024 CRV Sport Hybrid and am very pleased with the quality and performance. In my opinion you simply can’t beat a Honda ❤

[@sandeepvarma2004]

What is the price you got it

[@apopisso6302]

You can beat a Honda, it’s called a Lexus, problem is it’s a lot more expensive.

[@TheStimpy60]

I did as well, so far we love it, Michelin tires too, rides like glass

[@kkgolf5371]

@@apopisso6302 you can beat a Lexus, unfortunately it is Rolls Royce and much more expensive.

[@ChesterSm-ge1hb]

@@apopisso6302Honda makes a personal Jet, Lexus can’t touch it

[@davids5938]

Toyota has been making hybrids since 1997. Honda since 2014. I just purchased a 2024 RAV4 hybrid and couldn’t be happier. 42-45mpg for regular every day driving. I’m sure the Hondas are great, but they are a few years behind Toyota when it comes to hybrids.

[@ztekz]

Correction: Honda has been making hybrids longer than toyota - it was called the insight but they didn’t develop too many hybrids like Toyota did

[@Richie23OO]

These are the 2 vehicles I'm most interested in a sidew by side comparison. When I get a new suv these are my top 2. I'm considering

[@jesserodolfo]

I just bought the CRV Hybrid Sport and love it

[@alexbradley5835]

Great video Ben as always :). If they were both and could you show us how they handle in the rain or something? Just an idea

[@EndofDays213]

That’s a crazy background very beautiful

[@user-om1nm7kn5x]

Bought the crv, very happy with it. If I lived in the mountains I probably wouldn't do the hybrid. Only downside, No spare tire, will purchase one to carry on longer trips.

[@MrSnazzy682]

Why no hybrid in the mountains

[@joanihayward4352]

You have to put it in Sport mode for mountains and that is terrible for fuel mileage.​@tailslapguru

[@canadiankrispybacon1450]

Doing a review Ben, not a speed reading contest 😂 Had to double check my settings, thought it was sped up…Great info by slow down, hard to make out what you’re saying at times 😃 Cheers

[@Runninpressure]

I felt like toyota is supposed to be a lil bit ahead hybrid side, but hands down the crv drive has a more performance and luxury feel to it.

[@williamfrench9973]

Luxury? Okay maybe. But the RAV has more hp and is faster 0-60.

[@aofddofa6661]

simply u just saved me trip to two dealers ! thanks alot

[@saunseri5672]

I came to the same conclusion and got the CRV Sport Touring. I wanted to like the RAV 4 Limited due to the Ventilated Seats, Panoramic Glass Roof, 360 view and better gas mileage, just sold Camry Hybrid. However, it came down to the drive. The CRV simply drove better and the interior was more pleasing. Hopefully Honda will add the other features.

[@daneluta]

A mistake. Camry it is the most reliable.

[@saunseri5672]

For some reason the ones I drove didn't drive as nice. They actually drove rougher than my 2013 Camry Hybrid which had 79K miles. I am not super fond of the Toyota service department in my new area either and been thinking of getting away from Toyota due to over priced service in this area. I took a chance and will just sell the CRV if it doesn't stack up. Hopefully it will. So far I am pleased with it.

[@mj8495]

Camry and CRV are completely different vehicles. It is Accord to Camry OR RAV4 to CRV to be meaningful comparison 😊

[@saunseri5672]

@@mj8495 yes, I know that. I purchased based on what I like. I didn't like the drive of the RAV 4 at all so eliminated that option quickly. The only plus was the functional panoramic roof as opposed to stationary in Venza. Venza drove better but the price point in my area was more than willing to pay in cash. Camry was just what I was used to since had one.

[@johnmartin7158]

@@mj8495Camry is a sedan, so not a good comparison.

[@catdillard790]

It seems the CRV has more shoulder room up front. My husband is 6’7” and literally couldn’t fit in the RAV4 front passenger seat. We went with CRV. My only concern after a few weeks of driving is the front seats don’t seem very comfortable. (I’m coming from driving a Pilot). And agree it’s a concern not having a spare tire.

[@gsnt4597]

I agree, the CRV is a more refined vehicle. My wife has the Rav4 and I own a CRV. The CRV is a better vehicle, hands down.

[@verynick]

My thought the same. I tell people to start off with RAV4 as their base then get it fully loaded if they like. If they are still not happy then get CRV for luxury hahaha

[@ronmiller171]

NOT the Hybrid technology that is used, Toyota is far superior!

[@platinumbranch2056]

Currently debating between these two. Thank you so much for this video. I felt I was test driving along with you. 👍🏼

[@reflectivemedia2890]

Same here! I’m leaning more towards the Honda!

[@derrickbrown4416]

Same here I want the Honda seems bigger

[@lizzdiaz7361]

I’m currently on the same boat. What did you end up picking?

[@platinumbranch2056]

@lizzdiaz7361 I got the Honda and I am satisfied with my purchase.

[@reflectivemedia2890]

@@lizzdiaz7361 Also chose the Honda and am happy with mine!

[@dbkaggie]

Just picked up an XLE Premium RAV4 hybrid. I get that Honda appeals to some but it really feels like these two boil down to preferences. Having said that it's fun to see some of these comparison videos show up locally instead of across the country :D

[@SuperDagbo]

I drove both and purchase a RAV4 Hybrid STX my wife loves it Avg. mpg is 42.

[@mal91579]

Nice review. I am also in Utah. Both great options - you can always rely on Toyota and Honda. You should check out the XSE trim version of the Rav hybrid. I think it's an elevated experience both interior and exterior over the XLE, just harder to find and seem to still have wait times for the white or blue colors. Can't wait to get the one we have reserved for March delivery!

[@Universepiccrazyness]

I bought crv hybrid over rav4 but the interior was very standard on rav4, I feel better when I drive crv. Interior great on crv, good resale value on both, slight edge on rav4 on the mileage but 2k difference will take care of it. Crv we never go wrong

[@jonhansen4745]

Our RAV4 Limited hybrid was about $1,100 less than the Sport Touring. Our Honda dealer insisted on addons and wouldn't budge, even though it would have been our 5th Honda from them. Without the addons I believe the RAV4 was around $300 cheaper, equipped nearly identical.

[@kaizhu8337]

Just bought a new 2024 rAv4 Hybrid XSE, fully loaded with all the factory options. For a Hybrid car, Toyota is only brand I'll consider. CR-V is okay for the gas only version.

[@Mannyx1a]

Where are you located? Mountains in the background looks beautiful

[@jonhansen4745]

We made the decision this past spring to replace our '15 Forester, with a new Sport Touring CRV hybrid, a new RAV4 Limited hybrid, or another Forester Touring model. We also have a '21 Honda Passport Elite sitting in our garage. This is our 4th Honda. My first choice at the time was the new CRV, since we absolutely love our Passport. We also test drove a Rogue and briefly looked @ an Outlander. We soon got it down to the Honda & the Toyota. As much as I wanted to love the CRV, after test driving two different ones, I just couldn't do it. I didn't care for the overall exterior appearance, and although I did like the interior a bit more, I was pretty much unimpressed overall. We couldn't find any new RAV4s to drive, but did find a used '22 Limited model with 19,000 miles on it & immediately knew that's what our new vehicle was going to be. The power, the handling, the smooth, and precise handling, Toyota's stellar hybrid reputation, and the fact that I love the overall appearance of the RAV4 over the CRV made it a simple choice. We ordered a Limited hybrid in May & brought it home in late July. It's our first Toyota, and now with a bit over 5,000 miles on it, I believe it may be one of the finest vehicles we've purchased over the past 55 years. I guess time will tell if this proves to be true. It's hard for me to believe this, but it has actually replaced our Passport as our "road" vehicle.

[@marksmith4582]

Great informative video Ben! Any day of the week I choose Toyota and the RAV 4 for the WIN! I appreciate your videos! Mark in Iowa.

[@batmore1]

Re: the drivetrain difference between the two. I thought I read that essentially the motor on the CRV is running to power the electric motors. So the CRV is essentially running on the electric motors all the time, the actual CRV gas engine is just providing electricity to the actual electric motors. Could be the reason the CRV runs so much more smoothly. Your thoughts?

[@libgayman]

Nice thanks for your post I watch most of them

[@petertzetzo]

Great comparison video 🚗👍🏻🚙👍🏻. I will go with RAV4 Hybrid ✅

[@thepiecesfit5049]

I don’t know if the RAV4 Prime SE is any different size wise but I felt extremely cramped in it. The center console kept banging into my knee. Also didn’t like how the seats hugged my upper back. Brakes were also very grabby on the RAV4. Ultimately for the price feel like the CR-V not only didn’t give me the cramped center but also felt a lot more luxurious.

[@bhavinmehta3957]

Only issue with CRV no extra spare tire but still I am buying 😊

[@gareffroque6163]

Which one is the most economical onto motorway please?

[@peterandrewj]

CRV hybrid system uses the electric motors to drive the wheels, coupled with the differences in their chassis make the ride different. Also, the CRV hybrid system is fairly new, whereas in the RAV4 it is tried and true. I'm beginning to see issues with the CRV hybrid system with cylinder injection leaks which may be a result of the engine being turned off and on. However, the experience in the CRV is definitely better, but time will tell if it is indeed a better vehicle.

[@kkgolf5371]

Please do tell about your quote "I'm beginning to see issues with the cylinder injection leaks"?

[@RR-nq1jb]

Spam

[@jacobpetersen5662]

Bullshit on cylinder leaks!

[@CTSSTC]

I would have been interested to see a comparison of the different drive modes. I wonder if the Honda is more reactive to the pedal and changing on the fly versus the Toyota might really be trying to squeeze out the fuel economy by utilizing a different active profile unless you explicitly set it?

[@victorkrottner3818]

I have a 2023 rav4 hybrid and the transitions between drive modes is seamless and flawless. It's all in the computer, there are zero mechanical linkages. I drive in eco mode which is soft on acceleration as should be expected in eco mode , using premium gas in the summer my commute to work which is mostly steady 45 mph I am averaging 45 mpg. Faster speeds would be lower MPG. In the winter this same commute yields 38 mpg because the engine runs more to generate the cabin heat. If you use the normal drive mode you have more pep and power and in sport mode you will have all the acceleration that you will ever need. I only use sport mode when I have to jump into a spot really fast. What I don't like about the RAV4 is it is the most cramped driver's area with that center console being 3 inches to wide on both sides and the deepest bucket seat of all time which puts uncomfortable pressure to the undersides of my legs which I hate, the roof is two inches too low as I have a tall torso, at highway speeds the RAV4 has the loudest road, wind and engine noise of any car I have ever owned and long drives get old really fast which is bad because this is what I bought it for. Because of my tall torso the rear view mirror is directly in front of my face when I look 30 degrees to the right so I have to duck my head down every time I want to see 30 degrees to the right also the visibility in general is the worst of any car I have ever owned. My review is that it is a fantastic mechanical vehicle but a lousy driving experience and after 4 months I'm now sorry I ever bought it in the first place. For a person with a regular torso you may be comfortable but taller people need to really be sure before they buy. There is a lot of rough truck in a Toyota RAV4.

[@JTTTTx]

You almost covered it, but the CRV doesn’t have a spare tire , only a patch kit and inflator. The RAV 4 ( except Prime) has a the temporary spare tire. Deal maker for us- bought the RAV 4 limited hybrid. Plus, if put the pedal to the floor on the RAV Hybrid, ICE AND hybrid is engaged and you will be set back in your seat.

[@scott.j1]

when you floor it.. what does ICE and hybrid mean?

[@JTTTTx]

Internal combustion engine, sorry. It’s a common term in the hybrid world .

[@LVraidersFan123]

Been driving for 35 years and never had a flat. Drive from MA to FL. Bos to Las Vegas to Charlotte. Im never not buying a car because it is missing a spare.

[@JTTTTx]

Don’t worry all you Honda fans, I own two Odyssey’s- an old 2003 and our road trip vehicle, a 2017 White SE, which by the way was the vehicle that we had two flats- Beltway in DC and l- 84 in NY. Glad I had the spare on that Honda product!!

[@KushanWijewardena]

And the rare cargo space in CRV hybrid is smaller than the Rav4 Hybrid which is the other reason I went with RAV4

[@PhilRodriguez-ve9jb]

I bought the CRV hybrid sport model in its great 2024 model. Best car I’ve ever had.

[@Nothingmuch99]

CR-V hybrid is like driving on a cloud. Amazing ride.

[@jesseo715]

The difference between how the cars accelerate is due to how their hybrid systems are designed. Toyota's system switches back and forth between the electric motor and the engine to provide power, whereas the Honda's engine mostly functions as a charger for the batteries to keep them running the electric motor... especially in city driving. When needed, the Honda engine will kick in for acceleration, but overall, it is more secondary to the electric motor. The Toyota has a different thing going, and utilizes the engine more often for power. Two different approaches, with almost the same performance result. While the RAV4 has a slight edge for MPGs and acceleration, the Honda will feel smoother and more refined with fewer abrupt motor changes, especially with the CVT.

[@robertpayne9009]

Thanks!

[@patrickdewin9668]

Very curious what you think of the new Renault Espace hybrid 2024!

[@ToyotaChrisWI]

Without the larger radio, digital rear view mirror and memory seats they are the same price. Hybrid systems are much different also.

[@verynick]

My recommendation is to go to your Toyota dealer to see if they have any RAV4. If not, then go to Honda to get CRV. You may start with Honda as well.

[@jonhansen4745]

That could be because in the USA, from Jan. through Nov. Toyota sold 389,000 RAV4s and Honda sold 325,000 CRVs in those same 11 months. That doesn't account for the tens of thousands of RAV4s that people ordered & couldn't get because of production issues...

[@filicandadsjournal4221]

I just did that yesterday. CRV is much more refined but I’d rather wait for the Rav4. We own a few Toyotas thats over a decade old now hehe. It all leads to personal taste. And that’s coming from someone who use to own an Acura EL and a TSX.

[@verynick]

@@filicandadsjournal4221100% I have had Hondas for years but keep coming back to Toyota for reliability

[@lewmano7367]

very similar cars overall, but the biggest factor is... if you want one NOW you essentially have to get the Honda. Otherwise you overpaying for used and/or have to wait for new model etc... in a perfect world you could be picky and go down the list but today anyway you cannot.... anyone who buys one new and sells at 3/5 years won't have to worry much about reliability/expensive items... but different story for the lifers who run their vehicles into the ground. In either case i'd much rather have one of these cars over a Kia/Hyundai/Ford/GM product..... i dont like the look of CX5 at all and they are much smaller.... otherwise that'd be a good third option.

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

For me, the Toyota Rav4 wait is ... wait for it ... 12 months. The Corolla Cross Hybrid is an 8 month wait. The local Honda dealer has two 2024 CR-V Hybrids in stock. Guess which one I'm going to buy.

[@bhupeshsubramaniam6926]

I am deciding between crv and rav4. considering rav4 redesign is almost near, should i worry about rav4 resale value when compared to crv and go with crv ?

[@jonhansen4745]

We all know the RAV4 will have great resale value. If the CRV continues Honda's reliability record, it will also have great resale value.

[@derekhanson9915]

No spare tire in the CRV we noticed. You have got to be kidding! This is unacceptable. The Rav has a full size spare. Same as our Highlander. Higher trims on the Rav have more soft interior surfaces. Better mileage in the Rav. The seats and interior is nice in the Honda for sure. 4 gen in Honda and 5th gen hybrid system in Toyota. We went with the RAV4 XSE and the LXE is very nice too. The No spare was the final No Way for Honda.

[@EazyT8439]

My first job was a car detailer and I can tell u NEVER get white interior!!

[@jodensmith5093]

The rav4 is not 2k more if you eliminate the camera rear view mirror package. They are almost identical in price if you do that, as the CRV didn’t have the camera rear view mirror. Also the CRV cvt is different that the Toyota. CRV uses actual clutches in its cvt so the shifts are smooth and not fake or simulated. The rav4 uses planetary gears so it is much more mechanical, and it uses more of the engine power to accelerate than the CRV does.

[@Pork_Chop76]

What trim levels ?

[@paulnaranong512]

Where does this take place?

[@ulivision]

Team CRV all day

[@guestguest3715]

@@Brian_Eugene_Leenot really a fair comparison on price. He should’ve compared the Rav 4 Limited

[@syedtilal7103]

The crv sport touring is the smoothest driving suv in this segment.

[@brvndxn59]

I want to get a CRV because of it’s nice interior and quieter drive but not having a spare tire makes me lean more towards RAV4 and the fact that there’s a lot of exposed components under the car unlike the rav4 also makes me lean towards RAV4. But the CRV is nicer 😢

[@user-po8no1xp6e]

What I don't like about my 2019 Corolla hybrid is when you turn engine on but the battery is low so engine kicks on right away and when you start moving, there's this high rpm "vibration" until the battery charges. Does Honda have this problem too? But when rolling low speed engine and Trans feel unpleasant up until electric kicks in.

[@garrickhanson]

No. The CRV feels very smooth. It's always the electric motor driving the wheels at those low speeds. Also, when the engine is running, you barely notice it... unless you have it in sport mode, or you are pushing the car really hard.

[@SalManila1]

No spare in CRV. I'd rather fix my own flats. It also has direct injection meaning the engine could carbon up.

[@jacobpetersen5662]

Just service it and you’re good. Crv is a much better car.

[@swedishbob_7315]

In Australia, the Honda Hybrid have a blue edge on the badge

[@JackTheSkunk]

I am a little more towards the Honda simply because I like the Honda dealer where I have been going for several years. The Toyota dealer just down the road has gotten more negative reviews about their service dept.

[@enriquejamesd.martin7117]

can’t wait for the Rav4 redesign in 2025~!! will surely trade-in my 2023 Rav4 Limited in 2026 :D

[@scott.j1]

how does it work when you trade in your car? I have a 2023 as well. will mine have to be paid off by the time I want to trade one in? how do they appraise the value of my car

[@trey3024]

⁠@@scott.j1depends on how much you owe on your auto loan. If the offer is below your current loan balance, you have to pay the remaining balance. If they offer more than current loan balance, you can credit towards your next vehicle purchase.

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

@@scott.j1 In the appraisal they ask if there are any liens on the vehicle which must be paid off. Then they appraise as normal for your vehicle. Dealers sometimes will give you a touch more if you are either financing with them or going for one of their higher-end models (or both).

[@johnmartin7158]

@@scott.j1. What country are you in. I got an appraisal 3 weeks ago on my 2022 RAV4 Hybrid. I am getting in the 2024 this year which I ordered last year and I’ll get the new generation in 2025. Cheers.

[@01010100001010101001]

Legroom good ? How tall are you ?

[@jstins]

Is the backseat legroom comparison done with both front seats all the way back?

[@michaels9595]

Needs to be with a standard driver position. Doing it as far back as a seat goes is not a consistent comparison since it would penalize cars that go far back to accommodate tall drivers.

[@gurbaz8194]

Toyota always take the 👑

[@yzhan225]

Idk how Honda came late to the game and can’t offer some features the rav4 hybrid does like 360 view monitor, spare tire, digital rear view mirror, ventilated seats. Also the mpg is worse and likely reliability given how long the Toyota hybrid system has been around

[@eyoutube1]

The CRV looks amazing though

[@abidgill5178]

Just got crv hybrid touring yesterday it is amazing way better than rav 4

[@scottanthony3426]

Was the CRV the Touring? On anything less than the Touring, FWD is available, and adding AWD is about $ 1500 more. Hefty prices on both, and makes me think about doing some calculations on how long the extra mpg will take to pay for itself versus their non-hybridized twins. Granted, Honda has added some additional tweaks to make the hybrids quieter overall, so there is more than just the mpg. I'm really put off by lack of a spare, and the drop of towing capacity in the Honda hybrids though. (1,000 vs 1500 for the 1.5 turbo)) Yeah, one can argue that it is rare to use your spare, but it is also rare to use my airbags, yet I insist on having those. Tire patch kits are useless beyond small leaks, and given these are "SUV's" your handy AAA might not be close, assuming you have cell reception. Shame on Honda. I've been building some RAV4 on line, and they have expensive option packages that jack up the prices. As is typical, may of the packages offer some things you'd really like to have, with some things you have no interest in having, but will pay for anyway. Over in the Subaru Forester arena, if you want the hands free hatch, you have to buy a package for $ 1850 that comes with navigation (ugh) and the upgraded HK stereo. (This in the Wilderness). Adding sales tax to that means 2K more to get one thing I'd like to have. Anyone out there have any recent experiences with availability of these vehicles on the lot (or to order) and any dealer mark-up? One local Toyota dealer has taken the liberty of installing "brake light pulse plus" along with a rearview mirror contained dash cam, and asking $ 998 for it. Consumer Reports used to call these "packs". The fact that they are already installed will decrease odds that I'll buy from them. After tax, $ 1100 for stuff I'd never pay for.

[@williamzhang963]

I thought the hybrid version of CR-V has a 2.0L engine and the regular gas version has a 1.5T engine.

[@eddie-iu4tf]

rav4#1

[@kaizhu8337]

RAV4 Hybrid has 219 HP with 41/38 MPG , the CR-V Hybrid only has 145 HP with 43/36MPG. RAV4 is about 4 inches shorter than the CR-V Hybrid.

[@jimo.6546]

Were you out of turn signal fluid? I didn't see you use the turn signals when you made right turns at all...😁

[@michaels9595]

8:22 huh i can clearly hear it on. 😅

[@alessandronavarro8729]

There both great cars. It really comes down to personal preference and I prefer the crv

[@billyrock8305]

CRV wins. For now. Until summer 2024 when the all new RAV4 comes back with a knockout.

[@filicandadsjournal4221]

in all ends to personal taste. In terms of refinement hands down CRV won. But when it comes to utility and fuel efficiency Toyota. I plan on taking it on trails so my pick is the Rav4.

[@joewozniak2231]

RAV4 needs an update so bad compared to the CRV. That infotainment looks like a VCR compared to late Honda anything.

[@neilashton9459]

Paddle shifting on a CVT doesn’t make sense but it sounds like Honda integrated some functionality into that. Also curious if either can be driven in full electric mode. Many can usually 10-20 miles which is enough for a lot of quick trips.

[@kkgolf5371]

It cannot be driven in full electric mode. It would be nice for sure!

[@johnmartin7158]

It’s a bit gimmicky, but they’re both nice vehicles.

[@michaels9595]

Paddles are for regen braking strength not transmission.

[@ankurpremmasih8207]

which one has better accelration?

[@bdeckerva]

0 - 60 Rav 4 but the smoothness of the crv makes it feel faster and possibly like 0 -30 it cld be bc of the more electric use. That is actually important as a lot of acceleration is pulling out in front of moving cars.

[@jacobpetersen5662]

Crv hybrid

[@gooner9038]

I love your content but, mate... you're talking way too fast. I can't decipher what you're saying and I'm using your info to make purchasing decisions.

[@powerguymark]

I grew up in a GM retiree family, so I didn't go into this having a preference over either Toyota or Honda. Toyotas planetary gear set is damn near bulletproof. Also since it does not have a turbocharged. Gasoline infiltration into the motor oil is not an issue. Having a rear electric motor provides about 90 extra foot pounds of instantaneous torque from a dead stop. The Toyota design is superior. If you want to compare creature comforts a better comparison to the Honda would be a Toyota VENZA. WHICH IS HEAD AND SHOULDERS ABOVE THE HONDA. The Venza also has a lithium ion battery.

[@aj_aka_alan]

Honda CRV Hybrid does not have a turbo. This video is about they hybrids.

[@richsmith3120]

I just don't like the screen placement.

[@willmak242]

Everyone know that Toyota has better hybrid system however, if you compare both vehicle actuall market value OTD price they are not in same price range segment. RAV 4 at least 10% higher than CRV. I feels like you compare between Toyota and Lexus or Acura and Honda.

[@kenshomi2]

Which one will last do 200k?

[@manfredfernandez5063]

I have a 2022 with 170K miles and rolling commercially

[@DeSibyl]

sucks the CRV doesnt have the 360 camera like the RAV 4 does (Rav4's top trim has 360 camera, whereas CRV's top trim doesn't)

[@ebmk96]

I HAVE to have paddle shifters so I feel engaged. I never thought I couldn't afford a Honda, but Congratulations Honda I can now say I can't afford a Honda. 😂😂😂 My 2021 Honda HR-V EX FWD I bought 23.5k brand new. I guess wait for a used version. Also I would only save $300 annually switching from my HR-V ICE to the CR-V Hybrid. Nope.

[@bobobobobobo4597]

Sport-L trim goes for 40k right now at my area. I hate this market. Top tier cr-v feels better deal. RAV4 have way better features at low tier such as AWD being standard. This will be a difficult choice for many.

[@viciouz25]

Not having a spare tyre is a no for me despite it's smooth transmission

[@johnmartin7158]

That’s a big thing for a lot of people.

[@SiriuslyAndrew]

Honda hybrid is 10k more than a rav4 hybrid. That's a factor for many, the Honda is a top trim but you can get any trim rav4 as hybrid. That said, the drivetrain in Toyota is smoother by design, and long term more reliable. Though you're likely to be trading up long before either give you issue. Rav 4 is also a bit smaller and you feel it, and you notice the lower price of the rav 4 in interior materials.

[@harrytej]

How is Honda hybrid 10k more? Care to elaborate? Which models are we talking about? Are these in Unites states or Canada?

[@joanihayward4352]

​@@harrytejexactly.

[@jeansandmyshirt]

I wanted to sell my old highlander to get the 2023 rav4 hybrid limited. The cabin had so much engine noise it felt like driving a 2stroke moped. The engine just screams as if it's underpowered moving a heavy load. Seats weren't comfortable either. I don't understand why this suv is best seller in USA. Do the owners use their earpods or noise canceling headphones to drive comfortably? I'm really disappointed. I never test drove the new hybrid crv because I'm toyota fan. Its better resale value and bullet-proof hybrid technology. I'll just have to wait to drive the new rav4 2025.

[@shaker8984]

As for me the crv looks so much better than rav4, that it would make me buy it. Rav is in need of facelift

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

CRV Hybrid IS THE KING WITH THE INTERIOR BUT RAV4 Hybrid IS THE KING WITH MPG.🇺🇲😎

[@LSXPhatal]

My selling point or i guess buying point here is that I can buy the rav4 with a pano roof. I can’t do that with the CRV and there for I won’t even consider the CRV and he’s it matters THAT much. - the wife lol

[@JAm-uo6oh]

The CRV has the spare tire? 🤔

[@michaelsheedy]

For $41,000, I would hope the RAV is a Limited, not an XLE. I wouldn't pay more than $35,000 for an XLE.

[@StarSnow1101]

Prices are so high right now. I’m pricing a crv and rav. Both over $40k

[@iMustPandaLean]

9:05-9:25 they wanted to be in the video so bad 😂

[@mingko2153]

I have been shopping with Rav4 with XSE and XLE premium for months, and I have no luck to get one. So I finally bought the CRV touring yesterday. I tested drive both car, and researched a lot, I think in term of handling and noisy reduction, CRV wins. If you want Rav4, there are things you need to consider. 1.) Rav4 will be redesigned, and it will have a new look, so you may consider to wait to 2025. However, you may not want to buy the new generation in its first year because most of the problem will be fixed in the second year, so you will wait to 2026, then it will be too long. 2.) a lot of owners complained about Rav4 hybrid has the high power cable problem that I heard it will cost $6000 to $8000 to fix. 3.) Rav4 interior is too old fashion. 4.) With adding all the options, Rav4 is more expensive than the highest model of CRV (touring). These are only my own options, I believe RAV4 has its advantages because I guess it is still the best-selling SUV.

[@powerguymark]

The high voltage cable problem has been corrected.

[@KR-ot5yv]

I have gone through the same thought process. Bought CRV sport L Hybrid.

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

2025 RAV4 should get the updated hybrid system used on the Corolla Cross Hybrid too. Another reason to wait. Speaking of wait, and wait and wait, Toyota can't supply their hybrids in my area of Canada in reasonable timeframes. Hello Honda, which has 2024s in stock.

[@mickeybrumfield764]

I would go with the HRV and save $2000. Almost seems like a no-brainer.😊

[@the_atomic_punk487]

A little in the small side

[@jeschr3462]

0-60 in 9seconds. No thank you lol.. HR-V is awfully slow.

[@StarSnow1101]

It’s not a hybrid which I believe is the point of these two vehicles

[@jonhansen4745]

Too small, no power, a bit hard to look at, and 13 mpg less combined fuel economy than the RAV4 hybrid.

[@noahw5887]

HRV is a nice vehicle but with it being a smaller vehicle it's odd that it has worse fuel efficiency.

[@pkuta100]

you speak waaaaay too fast. slow down bro, so we can understand you!

[@eddief1111]

Crv better interior and exterior but rav4 slightly better practicality with fuel and reliability

[@Cletus_the_Elder]

If you're in the market for these two vehicles, you should do yourself a favor and check out a Mazda CX-5. No hybrid model, unfortunately. There may be one soon. I can only think of a few downsides to the CX-5: not many dealerships, so you have to travel a distance sometimes to get maintenance at the dealership; less attractive design; very small gas tank. The leather in the CX-5 is so much better than the leather in the CR-V and RAV-4, so much so that the leather alone is the deal breaker for the CR-V and RAV-4 for me. Not just the quality of the hide, but the shape of the seats. My last CR-V lost integrity at the outer edge of the seat after a few years because I was sliding into the seat and smooshing the edge down.

[@cormaro1376]

The seats are all nice but the same gas tank and low avg mpg doesn’t help it , I have a 2021 and am looking for a new car with a hybrid cause the gas engine just isn’t doing it I wish Mazda hurried up on the hybrid tho not that mild hybrid crap they have on the cx90

[@SalManila1]

THE CRV does not have port injection meaning eventually you'll get carbon build up and who needs that.

[@jacobpetersen5662]

Bullshit. Service it and you’ll be fine. It’s a far superior car.

[@apopisso6302]

Toyota needs to improve appearance of Rav 4.Toyota design has never been their strong point, there’s not many attractive Toyotas.The Rav looks very utilitarian, the Honda looks more luxurious.

[@Deanna-qm1fh]

I agree that Toyota has never had a attractive car but none of the modern cars are...they all look the same ugly.

[@s-man3684]

We sat in both. The headrest in the CRV protrude too far forward for my wife. Anyone else have this issue?

[@danac9569]

Yes! In my husband's CRV I'm usually the passenger so I have flipped the headrest as round so it doesn't protrude forward. It's a thousand times more comfortable this way. Now, you have to weigh the safety pros and cons of doing this but...to me, it's worth it for the comfort of no neck strain

[@htprimeaux8570]

Anyone interested in an ice rav4 you might be interested. I have a 2020 non hybrid ice RAV4. I love the car. Very rugged. Solid. Not one rattle. A more masculine car which I like. But the drivetrain specifically the transmission is not good. Surges and slips into a higher gear while slowing without logic. That’s in eco mode. Doesn’t do it in sport mode. Has something to do with gas mileage. The car gets good gas mileage. I’ve seen where the transmission can be reprogrammed to solve this problem but I couldn’t get my local dealer to agree there is something wrong. Used cars are so very very very expensive. But Buying a new hybrid rav4 would be out of consideration. Would I buy another ice RAV4. I would. It’s rugged. It will last forever. I figure it’s the last ice car I will buy. Oh yeah. IMO Honda makes this car for women and small families. Not men. Would I consider buying a Crv. Nope. Sorry not sorry. :-) Here’s an edit. A spare tire for the rav4 seals the deal. I will never buy another car without a spare again. NEVER!!! There’s also a ton of space with the seats down. Even with a spare!!

[@978supeach]

CR V is better looking

[@dginta7932]

Just ordered a RAV4 Hybrid. Up here in BC, Canada the similarly equipped models, the Honda CRV is $4500 more. No thanks.

[@manojreddy8195]

How many months of waiting period for your rav 4 ? I’m also living in bc . Looking to buy hybrid Camry

[@michaelsheedy]

Hybrids with my experience easily beat fuel mileage standards. Mine is rated 43mpg in urban driving, and I'm averaging almost 47mpg over 19,000 miles and can easily get 60mpg in "sweet spot" situations like 55mph highways with lights every few miles.

[@jonathankuhn5839]

Which one do you have?