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A compact crossover is the perfect vehicle for a small family. With two rows of seating and ample luggage space in an easy-to-drive package, the segment has no shortage of great choices. The 2024 Toyota RAV4 is one of the best around, and it faces many competitors, including the 2024 Honda CR-V.
In this Toyota vs. Honda compact crossover matchup, we aim to simplify your decision. We'll evaluate the 2024 RAV4 and the 2024 CR-V on their interior, safety, and performance offerings. Then, we can show you which is better.
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The 2024 RAV4 and the 2024 CR-V offer seating for five occupants across two rows of seating. Both compact crossovers are fairly matched in terms of cabin amenities. They have plenty of cup holders and storage spaces. Some trims come with leather seating surfaces as well.
The 2024 RAV4 also offers two-tone color schemes plus a stitched and padded dashboard. You can also select a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob.
Cargo capacity for the 2024 RAV4 and the 2024 CR-V are near-equal, at over 35 cubic feet of space. The rear seat backs can be folded down for extra versatility in a 60-40 split-fold configuration. The RAV4's rear seats are easy to fold down and offer a near-flat cargo floor when folded. This ensures that valuable cargo, such as a new flat-screen TV, will not be jostled around.
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard for all 2024 RAV4 and 2024 CR-V trims. Lower trims come with single-zone climate control, while dual-zone functionality is standard in higher trims. A powered driver seat and heated front seats are available on higher trim levels.
The 2024 RAV4 comes with an 8-inch touchscreen on lower trims and a 10.5-inch unit on higher trims. This is better than the 2024 CR-V, which offers 7-inch or 9-inch units, depending on the trim.
The 2024 RAV4 can also be specified with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, while the 2024 CR-V only offers a 7-inch partially digital cluster. Other attractive options for the Toyota include a JBL premium sound system and in-dash navigation. You can also choose a wireless charging pad on either compact crossover.
The regular 2024 RAV4 comes with a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine that makes 203 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. An all-wheel-drive system is optional, but front-wheel drive is standard. Some trims, such as the Adventure, TRD Off-Road, and Limited, get a more advanced all-wheel-drive system. This system includes dynamic torque vectoring. It can also fully disconnect the rear axle to improve fuel economy when cruising on tarmac.
The 2024 RAV4 Hybrid uses the same engine but paired with two electric motors and a CVT gearbox. Exclusively offered with all-wheel-drive, the system puts out a total of 219 horsepower. Then, there’s the 2024 RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid with the same engine plus three electric motors. The hybrid churns out 302 horsepower, enabling 0-60 times in just 5.4 seconds, as tested by Car and Driver.
The 2024 CR-V range comes with two trim-specific powertrains. The 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine makes 190 horsepower and 190 pound-feet of torque. The hybrid powertrain consists of a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine and two electric motors. This system develops 204 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. All variants come with a CVT gearbox and front-wheel drive, with an option for an all-wheel drive.
The 2024 RAV4 range features Toyota’s Safety Sense 2.5 suite as standard. All trims have pre-collision with pedestrian detection plus automated emergency braking. They also come with lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist. You can also enjoy full-speed radar-guided adaptive cruise control across the range.
The 2024 CR-V comes with Honda’s Sensing suite, which includes many of these features. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-path detection are optional for either compact crossover. Also standard are child safety locks, tire pressure monitors, and stability control systems.
The Toyota RAV4's practicality, affordability, and ease of use demonstrate why it's one of America's best-selling vehicles. The 2024 RAV4 offers an excellent cabin, a great range of powertrains, and class-leading safety features. Why not test-drive a 2024 RAV4? Contact us at Limbaugh Toyota in Birmingham, AL, and we’ll help you get behind the wheel.
