Toyota vs Honda Hybrid Cars. Which one is Better? Ultimate Battle of Reliability and Refinement

A Mechanic and Hybrid Specialist Compares Toyota VS Honda. So Which one of the two makes a better overall hybrid system?
In this video we do a full comparison between Toyota's hybrid system and Honda's hybrid system.
It is a known fact that Toyota is the undisputed king of hybrid systems but what about Honda?
We'll start by a full comparison between the engine choices, then we look at the transmissions and how different they are.
Then we look at the Braking system, AWD System and the Hybrid battery.
Lastly we talked about some similarities between, Maintenance costs and lastly we draw a conclusion on which one is better.
The cars featured in this video are a 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid with the 4th generation hybrid system and a 2023 Honda CRV Hybrid.
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0:00 Intro
1:09 Engine
5:57 Transmission
14:21 Brakes
17:46 AWD System
19:16 Hybrid Battery
22:01 Similarities between them
24:44 Maintenance Cost Comparison
27:48 Driving Impressions
29:52 Which one is better?

[@Thankyou_3]

I have owned Hondas for over 3 decades and last decade have owned Toyotas. By far, Toyotas ages more gracefully than Hondas. Toyotas also are annoyingly reliable. You will only sell your Toyota if you are bored with the vehicle…not because of quality issues.

[@jamesmedina2062]

By and large parts break-down in both and you have to spend the money on these services. Toyota to me ensures all the parts and systems are top notch whereas Honda does that only on major systems. Honda’s lower systems are designed to break and provide gravy to their shops.

[@NgratefulNgrateInbred]

I have only owned, invested, and maintained Toyota and Honda vehicles, over 200K mileage. The power train (stock engine) are very strong and reliable. Your domestic car makers all have engine problems before evening reaching 100k mileage. Crappy shitty imports like Kia and Hyundai , their engines fail at 60K and barely have any power and torque

[@hondaboi9893]

Same. My family has owned Toyotas and Hondas all my life. I’ve always had civics since highschool. Looking to get my first Toyota Corolla hybrid after watching this channel. Love this guy.

[@alexzman85]

Honda transmission is garbage 🗑️

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

100% total DIY buzz kill, I know I got 2 Camrys and work on my friends Hondas more than family Toyotas 😂

[@anthonyrice8528]

Your ability to understand and explain mechanical engineering concepts in simple terms is just amazing to me, it's why this is my favorite car channel on youtube by far. Mad respect for all of you master techs out there

[@alexanderthemeek]

😊😊😊

[@HristovRumen]

Wtf does master tech even mean? Perhaps you mean someone who has a functional understanding of vehicle electronic systems. In that case then, I must be a god-appointed-tech. I just love these terms ppl come up with to try and point out that someone who claims to be something is actually half-decent at it. I've lost all hope a long time back..

[@bolt-212]

@@HristovRumen you need help!!

[@HristovRumen]

@@bolt-212 can you help me? 😆

[@ccarniver]

The way he explained the ecvt transmissions were not just confusing but also wrong. I don't see him deserving a praise in this regard

[@bigdreams5554]

Car Care Nut, you may be a mechanic by day, but i think you were born for KZbin / making educational videos. Great explanations, thanks for sharing your knowledge with us!!

[@doncapo732]

Fantastic work as always! Thank you so much for such a thorough comparison and breaking everything down in detail.

[@Buffalobulltofta]

As a Toyota fan and owner, i have huge respect for the japanese sibling. They are both quality cars. I prefer the slight utilitarian dullnes of the Toyota over the Honda techy video game character, but that's just a matter of taste. I'm glad both are still putting out great cars. Now, why anyone would buy a german car over these...

[@ezustnyil8414]

If you have tons of money to keep your BMW, Porsche- Audi and Mercedes on their toes why not, they are very good cars with high standards and very high reselling values, plus its prestige. I think (proper) german car owners buy those cars because of these factors, the way I heard german cars are also reliable but you have to be precise with their maintenance, and have a wallet big enough to keep it up.

[@Buffalobulltofta]

@@ezustnyil8414 yes, they are mainly symbolic articulations of prestige. And of course, historically they have had the upper hand when it comes to interactive material quality, driving dynamics and comfort. However, the last generations of Japanese (and Korean) cars have completely diminished those gaps in my opinion. Everything has gotten more generic by all means, but it has become clear that the rest of the car industry can do what the Germans have done, while maintaining higher quality, reliability and longevity.

[@jamesmedina2062]

@@Buffalobulltofta Good in theory but not in reality. VW/Audi, BMW, and Mercedes place a priority on comfort first and then driving dynamics. They achieve it while the Japanese and Koreans make attempts which often miss. It is not a hit or miss with BMW. They hit the targets.

[@Buffalobulltofta]

@@jamesmedina2062 they also hit back to the dealer 5 times in the first year of it's life. That's just statistics, in reality. Historically you are right, things have changed the last couple of years however. I've owned a bunch of contemporary BMW's (and even more unfortunate, Audis) and still drive them all the time for work, it gets old. And foremost, they have completely lost their distinction.

[@ezustnyil8414]

@@Buffalobulltofta I agree, but not everyone, the best example is how the car community is divided by their needs, for example many people claim that Lexus's luxury and high end sport cars are less "power" and "practicality" for the money than a porsche or other german high end sport cars, but I believe true luxury and fun is the lower amount of time your cars needs to spend in a dealership. Plus many cars drives differently, as a Japanese car owner I respect their power, I know a BMW or an Audi will accelarate faster or achieve higher speed, but when the corner is coming I know its my turn, all of these cars have their places and their ownder types, only the needs and the amount of money is different.

[@ouis-xv3vp]

As a technician Toyota is the gold standard in hybrid technology no one else especially Hyundai and Kia has never been close to Toyota reliability and longevity and they have perfected their hybrid technology for more than 25 years.

[@kingpin461]

Your understanding and explanation of these engineering concepts in plain terms is so amazing. Thumbs up 👍🏾 AMD

[@simonkolar5478]

Excellent video Ahmed. Informative, unbiased, no BS, straight to the point. Keep the quality content coming.

[@terrynewell4749]

Great explanation on the differences. I own both Toyotas and Hondas and you nailed it. The Toyotas are more reliable but the Hondas are just better to drive and still pretty reliable. At least that's what I tell folks.

[@coastalhillbilly3419]

I agree with that, I’d also add Hondas in general are nicer looking cars, That new CRV hybrid is a home run for styling IMO

[@beatonthedonis]

The new Corollas and Yarises drive a lot better, but at a cost of space and practicality.

[@sethtenrec]

@@coastalhillbilly3419”nicer looking”?? you got some weird priorities

[@coastalhillbilly3419]

@@sethtenrec how about not as fugly?

[@sethtenrec]

@@coastalhillbilly3419 I’ll keep that in mind next time I want to mount a car on the wall in my living room.

[@chuckasualty]

would've liked to see you compare the Hybrid Camry with the Hybrid Accord since they are both mid-sized sedans

[@allanbraithwaite7048]

Watching your videos makes me appreciate the amount of research and development that has gone into these modern hybrid cars. I am due to take delivery of a new Toyota Carolla 1.8 Excel (UK spec) soon and feel very reasured after seeing the technology that has been built into the vehicle.

[@varinderkumar1000]

Thank You for explaining everything in a very simple and fare way. Well done! Love your videos!

[@walpoleandworcester]

My cousin has a 2023 CRV Hybrid and it was insane how fuel efficient it was. Of course, it got the best MPG for in town driving and all that, but held its own for long distances too. You can't go wrong with the new Honda hybrids for sure. Has this nice shuttle like sound too and it's super quiet for the most part.

[@aluisious]

"Shuttle like?"

[@louisax4058]

My cousin bought that car after testing both Rav4 and CRV. He preferred the CRV for the smoother ride

[@tonyjordan1320]

@@aluisious I also thought what the heck is a Shuttle like sound?

[@bhaebe6671]

@@aluisious Space shuttle for sure

[@mikeinva8563]

We have a 2019 Honda Indsight Touring. We almost always beat the EPA mileage. It does have a noticeable lag at start, especially since we use eco mode which exaggerates that.

[@aaronmichael1022]

Another great video! I imagine the majority of your viewers own Toyotas and Hondas so it's really great to see how the design/engineering compares overall.

[@magfav]

This is the best video I’ve personally seen you put out! Thank you, and BRAVO!

[@vietnam1566]

We thank you Master Mechanic. The Car Care Nut, your video is very exceptional, others KZbin had discussed Toyota Hybrid XLE versus Hybrid Honda, you had gone over how each engine performed. The details are very helpful to the consumers to select the right car for them. This is a great video.

[@mervwhitney7229]

As usual , a very professional appraisal of the two vehicles. You certainly know your stuff and provide comment which is very fair to both manufacturers. Very interesting to hear your opinions.

[@SFzip]

The Toyota Hybrid's eCVT is so dependable that stocking parts for it is practically unheard of.

[@markiep8477]

You are so good at explaining. Some of it is a little over my head, but I am still able to follow because of your clarity.

[@Thorgrimn]

This is a completely different angle to view when comparing these 2 awesome companies. Thank you!

[@raycollington4310]

My car is Toyota, my motorcycle is Honda. Both great Japanese engineering. Very informative content. Thank you all at TCCN TV.

[@MrMustangrick]

Me also.

[@TTerribleK]

now that you mention it, why doesn't toyota have bikes

[@joselitozabala7054]

I'm really impressed by your knowledge of the different factors that contribute to car dependability. You really know your stuff.

[@tpaddock891]

Great comparison. It's amazing to me after all the great detailed information you provided here, that comments show so many people still don't completely understand what you explained so clearly.

[@DM-qe3ci]

Thank you for the great review. I have watched numerous RAV4 hybrid and CRV reviews. Most of them talk about superficial items. I've always appreciate your mechanical reviews and in-depth clarity on how systems work. Thank you again for all your great help in these reviews and explanations.

[@edenfinch5299]

This is the holygrail explanation! KZbin should award this for quality. Owesome!!!

[@stevensavegnago8689]

Your videos are very informative and entertaining. Thanks and keep them coming.

[@victorherrero4790]

Amazing stuff, simple, to the point and super clear. Kudos!

[@daklight2792]

Excellent video! Thanks for this. I have been in the market to replace my 18 year old Honda Element and test drove both the CR-V Hybrid and RAV4 hybrid. Liked them both. Excellent vehicles.

[@TheTheGuinness]

Thanks for making these very good informative videos! 👍

[@tojamateo]

Swweeeeet. Always happy to watch a comparison video from the car care nut :D

[@jhors7777]

You have a fabulous channel. You do a great job of researching and explaining. Thank-you.

[@everydayfun9531]

Ahmed can you plss compare both naturally aspirated engine and turbofied engine in one of your next videos id really love to hear it from someone like you since your such an expert in explaining this stuff and i love watching your videos it really feels simple and not thst hard to understand what your saying man!

[@MonaHarmon]

After driving Fords most of my life, I bought a new 2017 Camry. Loved it! Traded it at 2 years for a new 2019 Camry Hybrid. Beautiful, great gas mileage no issues at all. Kept it 4 years. Got most of my money back when I traded it in after 4 years for the 2023 Toyota Crown Limited with Advanced Technology Package. It only comes in Hybrid. Awesome car! Sits higher than a standard sedan, love this! All the bells and whistles. The package gives me the panoramic camera that I must have for safety. Very smooth ride, smoother than my Camry's and they were great! Today I got 52.6 mpg. Avg is 42 mpg.

[@tailslapguru]

Thinking about getting a crown for my dad who has a bad knee. I think it would be easier to slide in and out. His Camry hybrid is too low. The crown is expensive but it’s like a Lexus inside. I like it

[@rickjohansson4257]

But since that car is more expensive than a Camry, you really don’t “save money “ on gas until many years have gone by….

[@joeshmoe8952]

I got a 15 Prius with over 120k miles. Zero issues whatsoever. Low maintenance & great mpg. Best thing I like about my Prius is that it's made in Japan.

[@billbrimmer7047]

As always, a high quality review. Always appreciate your knowledge.

[@olusegunbraimoh2030]

I love the way you explain and balance the points. It's really hard to tell which one is better

[@zibifranz2429]

Excellent analysis of both models! Thank you!

[@jorgelujan8578]

Excellent comparison I work at a Honda dealership and shared this video with all my co-workers

[@bicycle697]

I learn so much from your lectures! Thanks Mr. Nut!!

[@williamferguson4871]

AMD, thanks for the very helpful content. I wish you were closer so I could bring my Toyota and Lexus cars to you when I have a serious problem.

[@haresshsid7198]

mr. Car Care Nut, I've been following all your videos for a long time, it has taught me about engine maintenance & making good car choices. this comparison video has been, by far, my favourite! always wanted to know the mechanical breakdown on both their hybrid systems, Im glad I saw this video!

[@lionintu]

Bro I don't know how I came across you but your videos are excellent. Super informative. I look forward to the 2024 Camry even more after listening to this

[@maxadams7425]

I enjoyed every second of your analysis. You are an awesome teacher and presenter 💜

[@fredinpainpa8491]

That was an excellent comparison. Thank you!

[@steven6888]

Thank you for the great explanation on the differences between the two systems. Wonderful presentation.

[@Dan-p360]

I so enjoyed this video presentation of these two automotive giants. The way you explained the systems differences and similarities were carefully and professionally presented which added my understanding. I consider myself much more informed because of your grasp of the mechanical complexities of these companies offerings, your pleasant delivery, and the smooth "Hollywood" quality cinematography. You brought your "A" game as usual my friend. Thank you.

[@rayRay-pw6gz]

I agree . The DRONE part confused me . Does he mean that the transmission is loud ? I find that the most noise comes from the tires related to types of surfaces. And some wind noise at higher speeds . The engine and exhaust can get loud at higher RPM but, that is to be expected. YOUR THOUGHTS Dan .

[@daddyoldschool8294]

Brilliant video! Thank you for posting.

[@christianpetersen1782]

RAV 4 Hybrid 2018 4WD owner here. I swapped from a similar but 2WD RAV 4 to get Vehicle Stability Control and of course 4WD when needed. The 4WD model has 2 electric motors in addition to the 197HP petrol engine. When you floor it for a quick overtake etc, the car takes off like a rocket ! So very impressive. I love the built-in reliability and dependability of Toyota above all else and it would take a mountain to shift my love of this. Thanks for a great video AMD. You managed to explain the complex comparisons so clearly.

[@phillyphan6117]

I'm an Insight owner and I average 47mpg, 470 mile per tank full, 10 gallon tank. I've driven Japanes cars for over 30 years now, I'm hooked on Honda but I do like the Toyotas and I've owned Nissans also. Either way the both are great and you do a great job on your channel.

[@losiglowful]

Great vid. The reduced maintenance in the Toyota hybrid was a perk that I wasn't expecting when I bought my first Lexus ES 300h.

[@rj12345rj]

What do you mean by reduced maintenance?

[@RK-db4oq]

You mean until the hybrid battery needs to be replaced. Then you make up for all that "reduced maintenance".

[@ronmorrell9809]

Replacement occurs well after 100,000 miles. A friend who works at a music store with help from his high school son replaced his gen 2 Prius battery in an afternoon. The rebuilt battery was $2000, including shipping of the replacement and the returned core. Old batteries are too valuable for the landfill.

[@user-rs9dr3cj2h]

Thank you for explaining everything well, nice job

[@erkutvural9301]

Perfect explanations and comparison between those two hybrid system. Many thanks..

[@RastaJediX]

I bet all Honda owners wish they had a @The Honda Care Nut! I swear, there needs to be one of you for every manufacturer!!!

[@jeffjo8732]

Contrary to popular belief, both of these systems include a clutch. You can't connect an ICE to the wheels of a vehicle without some fail-safe device in case of catastrophic change in engine speeds. Toyota calls it a "torque damper." It is a clutch that is permanently applied, but "slips" a little when the rpm of the engine, and what it connects to, change inconsistently. The issue is that this happens more in the Toyota system, than the Honda system, when the engine is started. The Power Split Device in a Toyota tries to maintain the rpm relationship 18*ICE=5*MG1+13*MG2. EV Drive is accomplished by making MG1=-2.6*MG2 (motors can run backwards). To start the ICE, the system simply slows MG1 (or starts it, if the car is at rest). MG2 can't change because it is geared directly to the wheels, so this results in a slip between the Torque Damper's clutch plates. The Honda system starts the engine using the generator as a motor, when it is not connected to the wheels. So there is no counter-force requiring the torque damper to slip. And the over-drive clutch is only engaged after the engine has reached the same rpm as the overdrive gear, so again there is no slippage. So the Toyota system has potential clutch failures, and the Honda system does not. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5LUoqZpo7Csask kzbin.info/www/bejne/raumcnalf9Ngra8

[@javig5045]

I learned so much from your presentations thanks to you teaching skills, so thanks for all your efforts and I now look forward to new ones....Javi G.

[@ThoneJones]

I’m not a mechanic or even a car guy, but I love your channel. You do a great job presenting.

[@1gr8oil]

WOW! What a wonderful video, Pointing out the differences between the two hybrids. You certainly know what you are talking about when it comes to vehicles! I have watched many of your videos, and you are definitely one of the better technicians when it comes to understanding and the explanation of how things work. I do appreciate all the hard work and especially the time you take to produce these videos! Thanks for putting this information out so we can get better understandings of how things work!!

[@jmichael6931]

Recently purchased a 23 Rav4 Hybrid (Woodland trim!) and am loving the ride. It is very smooth from a stop. The transition to ICE is subtle and I hardly notice it, even as someone who has not had a hybrid before. The AWD system is surprisingly nice. There's ample videos showing how capable it truly is! Your videos helped a lot in making my decision and also showed me the ways to make this a LONG term vehicle

[@sarahcrotts1151]

Same boat… and bought the Woodland as well (loved those bronze wheels and trees since the press release came out). I’ve had both a Honda (first car) and a Toyota. Toyota lasted 16 years, hopefully the woodland lasts at least 12-15 years or longer.

[@jayp4114]

I'd imagine you had to wait for a year to obtain it, and paid over MSRP. Excellent vehicle, though.

[@jmichael6931]

@@jayp4114 you would be wrong on both thoughts. I called my first dealership in January and had the car in my driveway mid February. Paid MSRP for it!

[@psynurse]

Somewhat capable. Some videos showing going up hill in foot of snow and it heavily taxed the awd system, overheating

[@chateaumedia]

Thanks its a superb full of detail comparison, very helpfull.

[@sazisazi]

Good analysis from a Master Mechanic. Respect!

[@catwill2022]

Bought a Hybrid Highlander last year and love it. I was torn between Sienna and Highlander since we are not a big family after watching your Q&As (btw… I miss those vids). Love the 34 MPG and luxury like features and smooth ride. Because of the supply issues, I was willing to try Hyundai Palisade and Acura MDX, it I’m glade I got The Highlander 😊

[@fwood1231]

Just recently made my own comparison between Rav4 Hybrid and CRV Hybrid. And I chose the Rav4. It felt stronger, better acceleration, less road noise and rattling, better feeling seats, better storage space for how I use it. And a real spare tire. And I’m loving the vehicle. 45.3 mpg over 7500 miles of driving. And I’ve owned many Honda vehicles, traded from a HRV. This is my second Toyota, first was 1994. Very happy with my decision. Thanks for being the best car channel on utube.

[@miragexl007]

Lol. Huge toyota fan.. but, no to your comments when it comes to the rav 4?

[@chefgav1]

But woefully underpowered. Chinese do HEV power delivery so much better

[@amyhawkins369]

Just purchased a '24 CR-V Sport L (hybrid) after driving the whole segment, including the Korean and American vehicles. Honda drove FAR quieter (used NIOSH app on my smart phone to document cabin noise in both--not close) at all but take off speeds, was more refined inside and out and felt more solidly planted on the road than the RAV4. To boot, it has better availability and thus a lower real world price tag as well, which is huge. There have to be new cars on the lot, not just on factory order, or nobody's having a driving experience at all! Toyota's struggling with that right now, unfortunately. I understand the compromises/potential vulnerabilities with the Honda transmission (although there were some inaccuracies presented), braking and AWD systems, but I chose to prioritize the every day driving experience over potential maintenance issues in the distant future. If we wanted strictly reliable cars, they would be extremely crude, uncomfortable, unwieldy, unsafe and underpowered. That's not for me. I'll enjoy pleasant driving today and deal with any potential reliability issues (and with Honda, those are not a given by any stretch) when and if they occur. I totally understand a RAV4 purchaser's laser focus on reliability and all things practical, like a donut spare. I wish I could have that cake as well, but I'm too busy over here eating my driving experience cake. 😁

[@psynurse]

​@@chefgav1lol Chinese fanboy

[@redscorpion3]

I have owned a top of the line Odyssey one time. Sold it after 9 years and decided never to buy again. Suspension, brake, wheel bearing, engine mount, expensive run-flat tires, transmission issues and the very low resale value TRAUMATIZED the heck out of me. The engine, though, no doubt is excellent.

[@mikevidovich8311]

As a Aircraft Mechanic , I really appreciate your evaluations and style . Keep these coming and add more vehicles . I really like / wanted this kinda driveline evaluations . Thanks

[@gennaro4941]

2 great car companies, but I'm sticking with Toyota on the hybrids.. excellent video!!

[@madnessBG.]

This is THE BEST automotive channel in KZbin. Period.

[@dunstansalpad9054]

Nice comparison. Thanks for the informative video.

[@richardnish6469]

Thank you so much. You told me what I needed to know, that I didn't even know I had to know.

[@bazinga615]

Great to see Honda vs Toyota alive and well. Basically hybrid = Japanese do it better. I’d personally have a little more confidence in the Toyota system for long term ownership mainly due to their experience but good to see its close. Toyota 5th generation hybrid sounds like a very mature development to the next level. I remember when you compared the Hyundai system, not impressed with that one.

[@hansjansen3600]

I am a real Honda driver. Drove a honda shuttle for 464000 km. Now a 2007 CRV with already 370000km. My WiFi drives a 2019 CRV hybrid. Love all three of them. ☺️

[@DHGo-ex7ns]

THANKS You're really making me feel good about buying my 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid. I got a lot of negative comments about what I got and why I got it but you're presentation said I made the right choice say back then. I still love my Camry Hybrid to this day. thanks!

[@AB-jk7tw]

Outstanding educational comparison! Very interesting and helpful!

[@SuperSnakePlissken]

I literally watch every one of your videos from beginning to end because I love learning. With that said you still haven’t convinced me to buy a hybrid. For as long as I can I will buy only a gas powered engine. And for as long as I can I will buy only a naturally aspirated engine. I own a 2017 Honda Accord V6 touring and I hope that car last forever. That 3.5 L V6 is the most enjoyable motor I’ve ever had in a vehicle.

[@glenbenton4855]

I love Hondas man, that is been my main car for my somewhat short time on earth. Ive owned one 4th gen accord MT 270000 miles all stock and 3 6th gen accords, one V6 and 2 4Cyl 5MT, I will always love my Hondas if I havent made it clear, but TOYODA will ALWAYS be king in reliability

[@lyanaramirez853]

Thank you so much for this review !!!! I was in between rav4 and crv. I thought at first like nooo way would I get a hybrid. Now after seeing this video I feel comfortable to go for it because of the perros! Especially since I travel far for week! Best channel on my car search thus far !!

[@wolftanktreads9085]

Great video as always,learned quite a bit. Thanks!

[@abrarmusani1]

avid fan, seeing this video, as soon as you upload

[@Fred-F4]

Thanks for comparing to Honda, I appreciate it! We need your opinion on other brands

[@daves1646]

Hi AMD, Thank you for this thorough weighing of the differences between the two hybrid systems. Another ‘reliability’ factor that really plays big time in choosing a vehicle, that IS outside the drivetrain, by absolutely KEY for longevity and cost effectiveness in the ‘northern and Midwest parts of the country. Corrosion resistance. Blessed salt keeps the roadways de-iced, but EATS car body and chassis’s. I had a 2006 IMA Civic that I loved dearly, but road salt loved the rear wheel wells and rocker panels badly by 2011 (5-6 years). My son’s 2007 Camry has only recently started to show off bad corrosion (15 years). Thanks for any info you may have about the company’s priorities for quality/build resisting rust!!

[@TheMazureq]

This in depth video made me subscribe your channel, there is so few so valuable content!

[@21jimmyo]

I've owned a dozen Hondas and a few Toyotas. Both are excellent. I also do all my own mechanical work as well. I find that I find things I love, and things I don't about both of them. Hondas seemed to be more fun to drive than Toyotas. Toyotas tend to be more straightforward than Honda, but Hondas are really well-engineered and they seem to understand that someday someone will be working on it. You can't go wrong with either brand.

[@horsepowerandtalk1033]

Multiple Prius owner here. Check the dates the Honda Insight hit the USA before the Prius, but Prius means first, and it was first in Japan. The Camry gets better mpg than the Honda. The Toyota brakes are just fine and have only one problem that is the scary feeling when braking over sewer caps or railroad tracks. You want weird brakes try a 50s or 60s car with 4 drum brakes w/ or w/o power boost. The Honda droans, too. Who gets the best milage and lasts longest?

[@SK-fp8us]

Excellent very simplified explanation, very technical but easy to understand....Thank you.

[@gallopngoose8753]

Well-done AMD! I don't always listen to AMD discuss Toyotas and Hondas or anything Automotive but when I do my neighbors do too.... loud and proud on my system. I'm always curious about the reliability issues of the car as a whole and of the subsystems. Infrequently, you do not find a reviewer get into the nuts and bolts and discuss the intricacies of the pros and the cons. Rather they just talk about the styling, the MPGs, performance, the way it drives or this or that. While that certainly has its place nothing can take the place of inside knowledge on the way things work and how they will last for our hard-earned money. Keep 'em coming!

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

Thank You SO VERY MUCH for the Explanation of the Hybrid's 😊❤ engine's 🎉 I wish more mechanics would Talk about the systems in greater depth, like yourself 😊❤

[@keitha.9788]

Luv the Toyota Hybrid system - fewer parts, therefore less to go wrong and maintain...

[@pauld3327]

Even less moving parts in a Tesla

[@psynurse]

​@@pauld3327but they are junk.

[@pauld3327]

@@psynurse Definitely not

[@habibullinayrat]

Emm cooling system? Special braking system that is much complicated? Batteries that overheat and you need to replace? Where is it better?

[@bitzanu1]

Great review! Keep up the good work!

[@rhuynh]

Wow amazing job explaining something complicated. You made interesting and I didnt even know I wanted to know!

[@jodibadger]

This was so useful and informative! I have a 2020 MDX hybrid - the last year they had the hybrid option. I have been feeling a little guilt6 about the purchase because my husband is a die-hard utilitarian Toyota fan. But the hybrid MDX is just so nice to drive! Speedy and maneuverable for a 3-row SUV, quiet, comfortable, doesn’t have that unpleasant CVT feel. I do notice the transmission lag you mentioned, but we are used to it now. I just hope it’s reliable and lasts a long time. It seems very complicated! I will say that the infotainment isn’t great and I wish there were more old-fashioned buttons for the heat and stereo. Mazda is smart to be keeping those.

[@Fadic4]

FYI, the MDX sport hybrid is not in anyway related to this system and drives completely different compared to this system.

[@drsg9124]

No need to feel bad. It's an awesome vehicle, I have one myself

[@kiwihowser]

I have one too. It is a different system than the CRV hybrid described. I don’t experience the transmission lag in sport plus mode which is my primary mode.

[@ryoung6725]

I've had both Hondas Accords and Toyota Camrys and Corollas most of all my driving years. Bottom line, the Toyotas always got better gas mileage, had far fewer repairs and definitely higher resale values. Both were easy to work on and rode very well. I recently test drove the honda CRV Hybrid, and it felt like a better built vehicle than the RAV-4, but much pricer. I think I'm going to just wait until Toyota decides to come back to earth on supply chain issues, and buy another Camry hybrid. Thank you Car Care Nut and may the person trying to impersonate you on this channel get himself removed.

[@uberefficent3936]

Idk where you are from but the RAV4 hybrid is much more expensive in the US due to insane toyota markups. Honda doesnt markup their vehicles like toyota does.

[@rogy4965]

@@uberefficent3936 Tucson and Phoenix area. Local dealers, on their lot: Honda CR-V Sport 2wd: $34,835.00 msrp. Rav-4 LE 24d: $ 32,560.00 Msrp. Doc fees and taxes extra. Both hybrids.

[@uberefficent3936]

@@rogy4965 yeah those are the MSRP prices but then u get on their lot and they got markups... they tried selling me a 2022 gas corolla (not even hybrid) for 30k

[@uberefficent3936]

@@ry1608 i guess its different over there.... in my area every toyota had at least a 4k+ MSRP markup

[@disco.lemonade]

Same here, my cars and the family's have always been of these two brands. Except the most failures, which were rare anyway, came from Toyotas. The Corolla interior quality was horrendous compared with the Civic (both 2008-2011 or so). The transmission on the second gen RAV4 died with little over 150K miles on it. Interestingly, it was a Toyota made, not Aisin's. 3rd Gen Rav4 presented minor issues with its computer and again with the tranny. One of the CR-Vs presented suspension issues and the other with over 400K miles on it (a 2008) had only an oil leak lmao. Resale value I found it depend on car from car. Some it was Honda, others Toyota. Overall, we simply do not buy other than those two brands.

[@rickayotte2162]

Thank you, excellent comparison of 2 great car companies.

[@aggydaddy]

Good video and great explanation of the two hybrid concepts. I just went for a 2024 Honda Accord hybrid that is only a front wheel drive. No need to worry about transfer cases, prop shafts....

[@drsmith1988]

Great analysis as usual. One thing that I have seen in other reviews. The Toyota (RAV4 vs CRV) is more efficient under load (high speed>70 MPH or going up mountains). At low speeds the Honda may do a little better. This comes from the Toyota transmission keeping the engine at top efficiency.

[@lindyloulie80]

Great video as I always expect from you AMD! Only one thing I would change...the comparison should have been between two SUV's not between a sedan and an SUV. Perhaps this Honda CRV vs Toyota RAV4? There would be a difference in ride and driving/handling between a sedan and an SUV. There are differences between a sedan and an SUV in terms of weight and wheelbase, both of which make for differences in handling, acceleration and braking. Keep these great videos coming AMD! I thoroughly them.

[@agM-ql5gi]

Read the title. The comparison is between two different hybrid systems not two different suvs from different companies 😅

[@hughcourchesne4351]

Always excellent information!

[@warrenw8294]

Outstanding review. Thank you.

[@nsteblay]

I have the 2023 CRV sport touring and can categorically state that there is not a few-second delay when accelerating quickly, it is immediate. My experience is the 184 HP electric motor is doing all the initial acceleration, and the gas engine only is spinning the second motor to recharge the battery. The clutch engages the gas motor to drive in certain high-speed and towing situations but not for general acceleration. The gear shifts that are heard are simulated and not the result of the clutch kicking in.

[@billisdewillis5]

I have the CRV Touring Hybrid as well…the acceleration is immediate and the gas engine kicks in afterward. The vehicle is quite a nice vehicle compared to the RAV4 which is not as comfortable, not as quiet, not as sporty, etc

[@Andek74]

In general, I owned both and love both brands. Honda (I have had HRV I, CRV II and Civic VII) gasoline engines are bulletproof, but will have some more issues with minor things. Toyota in general is very reliable, I have a Lexus RX400h and despite its 350k kms, it has just NO ISSUES, but I do care about the regular maintenance.

[@thomaswagner3885]

I have an 1998 Toyota Camry with 250 000 Miles and a 1990 Honda Lead Scooter with 30 000 Miles I Love them both they both Bild very good engines and vechicles.

[@matthewmiller3733]

Thank you for this very well done video!