SIBLING RIVALS! -- 2025 Toyota Crown Signia vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4: Comparison

[@CarConfections]

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[@esteban602]

Purchased RAV4 XSE HYBRID a year and a half ago. Current MPG is at 42.2. Non issues. Loving it.

[@makatron]

Nice, anything above 40 is a massive win.

[@anaveragehuman2937]

I really hate the big wheel trend. I wonder how the ride quality and mpgs would improve if they'd put some nice thick sidewall 17s or 18s on there.

[@coreymoyers]

Same, low profile tires belong on sports cars. Unsprung weight, better ride and lower tire prices could be had with smaller wheels.

[@saadtheman1]

toyotas will always win my heart 1.reliability 2.resell value 3.drives so smooth 4.cheap on maintence 5.amazing on gas 6. no turbos on some models 7. all models come with hybrid

[@jam5359]

I agree! 👍

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

Wins your heart? Sounds like an accountant.

[@mitchellshareratleast100su7]

U should also do a comparison between the crown signia and the Venza in order to see what Improvements Toyota has made

[@TripleBerg]

Off the top of my head I would say the Venza had more value

[@Gopinathk17]

Bit more powered, slightly better interiors, more roomy, better driving dynamics etc..

[@TripleBerg]

@@Gopinathk17 I’ve driven the Venza and the Crown sedan. I prefer the Avalon to both of them, but it is gone from the US market and served a different niche. The Crown handled slightly firmer than the Venza so I assume the same is true for the Signia.

[@dogie8c]

@@TripleBergwhich Crown trim did you drive XLE, Limited or Platinum?

[@TripleBerg]

@@dogie8c XLE

[@10tenman10]

I would rather have a heads up display than a big moonroof

[@TripleBerg]

Moonroofs and panoramic roofs just seem like expensive repairs waiting to happen. A HUD would be much more useful.

[@JWFas]

I'm not a fan of moonroofs, but I do think the all glass roofs are nice provided they're heavily tinted.

[@TripleBerg]

@@JWFas Actually, I think a stationary glass roof would be less prone to leakage. Repair can be really expensive on the gasket seals.

[@user-ue2rw5yy9d]

Wait until 2026

[@TripleBerg]

@@user-ue2rw5yy9d Yep, I’m thinking even 2027. My Avalon hybrid is barely over 30K and gets 44-45 mpg.

[@JimmyHuynhdesign]

Just got back from testing both. If you compare specs head to head, its hard to beat the Rav4. However theres just something about the looks and interior of the Signia that is hard to measure. Has that overall "premium" feel to the Signia. Didn't like the Signia at first but found that the Copper color really shows off the design well.

[@Car_conversati0nz]

Awesome comparison as always! I’m really curious how the Crown Signia compares to the Highlander Platinum, because they are within $5,000 of each other and they are about the same size. Thanks for posting!

[@CarGeek360]

That’d be fun to watch, I don’t like the new gen Highlander so ofc the Crown Signia wins for me

[@sophaman9193]

Toyota should keep the venza hybrid name instead because i owned a 2022 i love it a lot very good looking suv excellent on gas

[@DrReddyViv]

I love toyota. If I book one today it'll get delivered when my daughter turns 16 😂 FYI, she's 9 now 😩

[@JWFas]

I'm disappointed that the US won't get the Crown Sport PHEV.

[@thebig12conference73]

That and the Crown Signia doesn’t come with a Max option, our options in the 🇺🇸 are the Crown sdean. Too bad I have a friend in 🇯🇵 who has the PHEV fully loaded, my Navy buddy showed it it is nice! You could import but then you’re gonna have to pay taxes taxes and fees. Might as well get a Lexus

[@terrymorris8617]

Production and editing of this video is excellent! Mason and Drew u keep raising the bar. many thanks

[@CarConfections]

Much appreciated!

[@petegalindez9961]

I wish they would breakdown the storage capacity by seat height and total…I rarely, if ever, see anyone stack things above the seat height in any car due to visibility…Love the Crown Signia, but hope they offer smaller tire options…not a fan of the low profile trend that has permeated every car these days…not necessary and serves absolutely no purpose other than being a trend.

[@francisrivers1111]

I had a rav4 XSE and loved it. Drives well and very practical.

[@miguelbaeza65]

If you want practicality, get the RAV4. If you want more luxury, get the Signia.

[@CarGeek360]

I agree

[@curiosityredpill7030]

Yea bt what about the regular size Highlander?

[@dipin2]

​@@curiosityredpill7030its also very good vehicle

[@thebig12conference73]

Agreed . Both are good vehicles there’s only one thing that’s interesting on the SUV variant they do not have a MAX engine option, like they do on the Toyota Crown Sedan. Maybe, if enough people complain, it will be available. Also Lexus Toyota option the Highlander is also a good option

[@thebig12conference73]

Engineering background and Toyota-Lexus expert. I always tell people this,, if you want something that is practical, get the Toyota Rav 4. If you want more luxury, the get the Toyota Crown Signia. Caveat and one flaw and I do not get it. On the sedan variant, the Toyota Crow comes with a MAX, a better hybrid engine option. However, in the SUV variant, this option is unavailable, for now/

[@NhacLoaVaAmply]

Love the signia. Way nicer than my 2024 rav4 xle hybrid. Too bad i dont have extra money for the crown. 😢

[@waynedixon7495]

Does the Signia have a spare tire? I have been checking Toyota websites and can't seem to find an answer. No spare tire may turn off quite a few potential buyers.

[@djplonghead5403]

It does not but it does have a space for a tiny doughnut wheel.

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your car video

[@davidvincent3853]

The Crown is not an SUV or Crossover.... It is a Wagon. I couldn't find in your video the very important difference on Ground Clearance...!

[@dj3114]

I think of the Crown as a Highlander without the extra seat row.

[@TrinaStephenson]

6.7 inches versus 8.1 inches may make a big difference for me. As much as I like the Crown Signia the price point and ground clearance may take it off the table for me as I transition away from Subaru until they get a hybrid vehicle.

[@craigo2142]

Miss the Venza. Crown seems overpriced and almost into Lexus pricing.

[@rockhard9369]

Exactly, Toyota does this to confuse the consumers. hehehehehe, i rather buy lexus RX350 this Crown.

[@juusbox]

@@rockhard9369 The RX is like 10 grand more

[@rockhard9369]

get used one 😁

[@agpawpaw5912]

Why bigger wheels is better? Harsher ride, less fuel efficient, more expensive, in less then two years I pinched 2 of them. Manufactures making better design, so they look better to charge extra grand.

[@XXtheJUMPoffXX]

Where are the headlights on the Crown Signia, those thin slits or the circular lights underneath?

[@INJOONKIM]

RAV4 HEV and PHEV were okay, but definitely not comfortable during my 2-3 weeks of rent each. Even Nissan Rogue provided a better ride, and Mazda CX-9 was on another level. I will pick Signia all the time.

[@jassaley]

Nice review and comparison, however, I think comparing the Crown Signia to the Lexus 350h would be the one to review.

[@scottanthony3426]

Good that you did some long drives. How did seat comfort fare after a couple hours in the seats? (Not sure if you got the long drive in the Signia.) Was at a dealer yesterday, and didn't see a Signia on the lot. Plenty of their EV's though. Guess you can tell what is moving and what isn't. Any idea what is happening with the RAV4 for 2025? I'm a bit confused trying to understand Toyota's use of the various drive trains. The '25 Camry comes with the 5th Gen hybrid system, yet the '25 Crown Signia does not. Seems they can tweak the Gen 4, as shown here, to get more power in the Signia vs the RAV4. Not sure how turning radius pans out, but in terms of parking and maneuverability, the Signia must be pushing close to the overall length of a Highlander. (Maybe built on same platform?) Perhaps in the future, a comparison of the Signia at the XLE trim level. How did handling compare? I know the RAV4 Hybrid SE and XSE are supposed to have a more sport tuned suspension than the LE, XLE, and perhaps Limited, but I've never heard anyone comment on whether there is much difference. I like the XSE, but find it annoying that they stuck on those "accent lights" instead of real fog lights. They already have the power supply right where it needs to be. Unless these "accent lights" actually aid illumination in bad weather, I'm not a fan.

[@TripleBerg]

Good details on comparison 👍

[@RealNHRecon]

I'm surprised Toyota Rav 4 hasn't made a redesign in years...

[@theDayOfAccount]

I would say compare the rav4 prime with the signia. Same money. Curious what the scores would be then.

[@ksk40]

I really wished they had this in Ireland, so sad

[@dipin2]

At any day I would go for tried and tested bullet proof reliability RAV4. No tension No headache

[@dogie8c]

But the Crown has the same engine as the RAV4. I don’t see the point of only going with the RAV4 just for the engine.

[@waltchan]

Crown Signia will be rated more-reliable by Consumer Reports because all are built in Japan.

[@danrunnoft6642]

Who is the idiot at Toyota who decided that a moonroof that doesn't open is a good idea? A big part of the failure of the second Venza, and the sole reason why my wife isn't driving one now.

[@Simonverse]

With that price and trim, the Crown Signia NEEDS power tilting and telescoping steering wheel.

[@waltchan]

It's discontinued now. Save on production costs. Buy Venza now.

[@avik200100]

U should have incorporated venza in the comparison list as the the features are very close to rav 4 and crown

[@johncorman8715]

I doubt Toyota is putting out Venzas for car reviews since there will be no '25 models.

[@avik200100]

@@johncorman8715 that’s really sad to hear

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

The RAV4 is very noisy. I am looking forward to driving the Signia to see if it is Lexus Quiet. I drove the Venza a few years back and liked it but decided on the 4Runner TRD Pro. The 4Runner is a great car but the gas mileage sucks so I’m re-thinking the Venza upgraded to the Signia.

[@gabrielrivera659]

Yall should do the Mitsubishi Outlander Vs the Nissan Rouge

[@ryanfrisby7389]

I personally prefer the Rav but both are good, fantastic comparison and happy Sunday!

[@CarConfections]

Have a great week!

[@djplonghead5403]

One thing with cargo volume is the signia is longer (like a trunk) and the rav 4 is shorter and more upright. I think most people will find the longer space better as it is “safer” to use that cargo volume. I bet if you get all 37 cubic feet in the back of the rav 4 and open the back something is going to fall out.

[@gurpreetdhaliwal4902]

You haven’t mentioned the ground clearance

[@waltchan]

This video is more about comparing a Japan-built Toyota (Crown Signia) vs. USA-built Toyota (RAV4) quality than the actual vehicles.

[@Michael-yz1sr]

Great comparison video its just what I was looking for.

[@CarConfections]

Glad to hear it!

[@ryeboirox]

The music playing during the intro is giving R&B love making music. 😂😩

[@NicolasLaughs9320]

You should compare the fully loaded trims of both so that the comparison is fair

[@atstony]

Drew - isn't Toyota giving the RAV4 a freshening ? I kinda like the Signia. which one do you lean toward? have a great week ahead - tony stewart

[@rockhard9369]

Next year, all new Rav4 come out.

[@atstony]

@@rockhard9369 thanks

[@Jeez001]

Why not Rav4 prime?

[@NicolasLaughs9320]

Also, I know that the Crown signia is meant to be a hybrid compact crossover but it’s the length of a Midsize SUV

[@samvan7787]

Thanks for the comparison which by the way would have been a bit more on a level playing field if you would have chosen both cars at the same price level, then compare.

[@komatsui159]

How much of difference if the tested RAV4 was limited model?

[@garlantyrell8030]

I’d love to see you guys compare the 2025 ford explorer and 2025 Lincoln aviator.

[@garynapoli3042]

So the Venza only gets nine speakers in the RAV4 gets 11 with the JBL which in your opinion sounds better between those two excluding the crown

[@Nerdydiva12]

I would get the Signia. It has the features I'm looking for. I just hate that the roof doesn't open 😒

[@thebig12conference73]

Lexus Toyota expert and engineering background. If you want practicality then go with the RAV4 if you want luxury go with the Crown Signia. Toyota had the same design on the Rav 4 since 2019, that is sad. I am disappointed though they don’t have a max option available like they do in the crown sedan and in the US market they are not coming out with the sport variant The Toyota Grand Highlander is a good overall Family SUV. There is not much difference between a fully loaded grand Highlander and a bass Lexus TX now a luxury Lexus TX is a different story you should do a video and compare a Toyota RAV4 to grand Highlander, the Crown,z The 4 runner and the Land Cruisers are also good but they are not as gas friendly because they are body on frame.

[@roxstix]

We plan to compare Rav4 Prime vs the Signia for our next vehicle. Any thoughts on that comparison?

[@richired7]

imagine if Toyota is planning on replacing all vehicles with crown vehicles to increase price.

[@MrWillaqui]

Toyota Crown Signia - Over $51,000 NOT including the "stealership" markup, no HUD, and it looks more like a wagon than an SUV. You would be better off buying an NX 350h.

[@authorccdragon]

51k...you could get a Rav4 prime for that...I don't see any reason to go signia. Rav4 XSE or limited Hybrid is perfect.

[@michaelvella8511]

More cargo space on the Crown….. but no spare????? 😢

[@TripleBerg]

Is the Crown wheelbase about the same length as the last gen Avalon it replaced?

[@ostad3998]

You should have compared Crown with Lexus NX

[@zydrunasnormaliai6997]

Rav 4 , better fuel eco, more practical, more cargo space, more space rear seats

[@waltchan]

But built in America instead of Japan.

[@TheRussianFloofCat]

I still don't understand why Toyota keeps saturating the segment with their own cars. This is like the 3rd time I've seen them do it in the last 10 years.

[@kurtgrundel4045]

A Mazda CX-5 commercial was a sponsor in my viewing. The Crown came in a close second to the Mazda.

[@Mr-Faraz92]

They should upgrade interior of Rav 4 that looks Thousands year old

[@tahran5782]

Toyota crown signia

[@Escanor990]

Toyota should fire whoever priced Signia 50k+. It's crazy..

[@nevercedes2070]

Signia has more rear leg room than the RAV4 … less headroom tho.. just get the specs of A Crown sedan .. would’ve been more accurate than the unofficial stuff

[@simontong2954]

Signia should compare with NX or RX rather than RAV4

[@Cubia0w0]

The PHEV options (overpriced as they are) and overall styling of the Rav4 makes me more biased towards them. Purely personal taste and opinion- I don't like the styling ethos Toyota has had for their recent releases. Not sure if I should look forward to or dread the eventual Rav4 face-lift.

[@magnoliap5824]

The Signia is delayed and there won’t be a tone made, so GLWT anyway. 😂

[@sethkransberg3347]

Any updates on the 2025 rav4 hybrid Thanks

[@wicky201]

The RAV 4 failed my leg & tushie test.

[@joelewis8992]

Just get the kia sportage lease it only so you won’t have your engine blow up 😅

[@suriyakumpiro]

Rav4 is look better

[@newsmedia-one9756]

I will always think the second generation Venza is better than both, especially with features and styling wise

[@Bronanarival]

First, 🥇 pls 🥺 give me ❤️

[@davestadt49]

👍👍👍

[@gamelauncher9821]

The crown is gonna explode like the rest of Toyotas new shit engines and transmissions

[@dogie8c]

How? It’s the same engine from the 2018-2025 Toyota Camry. It has been proven to be super reliable ( there are examples out there with 300,000 miles with the original components.) This is NOT the new American build Twin turbo V6 engine from the current generation Tundra.

[@waltchan]

@@dogie8c The 8-speed transmission is the weak spot. Sometimes it fails, not as reliable as the previous 6-speed. The 2012-2017 Camry was even more durable.

[@bricks-mortar]

👍

[@seethingsclearlyawaken3424]

I don't like the Crown Smegma at all. It is very ugly, big and over-priced. They should continue making the Venza, get rid of the Highlander and this Smegma version of the Crown. Smegma is a stupid name for a car! No thank you. No Smegma for me!

[@pablomar69er]

"smegma"! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Car_conversati0nz]

Go to kindergarten

[@waffles1ca]

No soup for you!

[@KhrissyDaDon]

And I don’t like your 3rd grade level comment I just read lol 😂

[@yarchieduke]

Smegma is crazy, I thought my friends only used it. Thank you, you made my day.😅😢😂

[@DesertTourtouse]

Crown is behind in production from what I have read. Airbag issues 🫤

[@cgatito3528]

but tOyOtA QuAliTy!