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- [Announcer] As the original small SUV,
RAV4 has guided the movement since its inception in 1996.
Over the years, it has continued to evolve,
offering more space, technology, comfort, and adventure.
But through these five generations of constant refinement,
it has never compromised
its legendary Toyota reliability or safety.
In 2021, the small SUV segment is more crowded than ever,
but only one challenger can boast a history
that comes close, Honda's CR-V.
So, let's see how these age-old rivals stack up.
RAV4's interior has available features
like an 8- or 9-inch touchscreen,
digital rearview mirror,
and an 11-speaker JBL premium audio system.
RAV4 takes safety seriously
with its standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite
that includes advanced tech like Lane Tracing Assist
and Road Sign Assist.
RAV4 is as comfortable off the pavement as it is on,
with up to 8.6 inches of ground clearance,
available Multi-Terrain Select,
and multiple all-wheel drive systems.
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There's a RAV4 for every buyer,
with six gas trims featuring two available
all-wheel drive systems, as well as five hybrid grades,
including the new XLE Premium Hybrid.
All trims feature standard
Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive.
Plus, two high-performance plug-in hybrid grades
now round out the offering,
which also feature
standard Electronic On-Demand AWD.
CR-V is offered in four gas grades,
with all-wheel drive available on all trims.
Plus, three hybrid grades are also offered.
Like RAV4, they have standard AWD.
RAV4 offers incredible performance, utility and efficiency,
regardless of grade.
A standard 203-horsepower engine
has an EPA-estimated 30 miles per gallon combined rating
and can be paired with Dynamic Torque
Vectoring All-Wheel Drive and Rear Driveline Disconnect
and Toyota's advanced Multi-Terrain Select,
which allows specific traction calibrations
to match specific environments.
Plus, it can tow from 1,500 pounds on most gas models,
all the way to 3,500 pounds
on Adventure and TRD Off-Road grades.
Meanwhile, RAV4 Hybrid makes 219 net horsepower,
has an EPA-estimated 40 miles per gallon combined rating,
has standard AWD and can tow 1,750 pounds.
Finally, the plug-in RAV4 Prime
brings a whopping 302 net horsepower,
has an EPA-estimated 94 MPGe combined rating,
standard Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive
and can tow up to 2,500 pounds.
CR-V simply can't match any of RAV4's powertrains.
A standard 190-horsepower engine
offers an EPA-estimated 30 miles per gallon combined rating
and can tow 1,500 pounds,
and is available with all-wheel drive.
Meanwhile, CR-V Hybrid comes in at 181 net horsepower
and an EPA-estimated 38 miles per gallon combined rating,
and while all-wheel drive is standard,
it offers no towing capability.
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RAV4's great in-cabin technology
includes a standard 7-,
or available 8- or 9-inch touchscreen
that supports standard compatibility for Apple CarPlay,
which connects drivers to Apple Music,
Maps, Messages, and other favorite apps from your iPhone.
In addition, Android Auto compatibility makes it easy
to stay connected to Android devices,
while, with Amazon Alexa connectivity,
Amazon's digital assistant is just a question away.
Plus, there's also a standard
three-month SiriusXM All Access trial subscription
to more than 300 radio channels
accessible throughout the country.
Toyota's Wi-Fi Connect trial is standard,
and an 11-speaker JBL audio system is available.
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CR-V starts out with a 5-inch color LCD screen
that can be upgraded to match the size
of RAV4's base 7-inch touchscreen.
Similarly, a four-speaker audio system is standard,
and can be upgraded to six or eight speakers.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
is standard on EX grades and above,
as is a SiriusXM three-month All Access trial.
But unlike RAV4, there is no Amazon Alexa compatibility,
standard or available.
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RAV4 is equipped with a wide compliment
of both passive and active safety systems,
starting with eight standard airbags.
Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard,
bringing advanced tech like Road Sign Assist
to the small SUV category.
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With its standard Honda Sensing,
CR-V also has a strong emphasis on safety,
but with two fewer airbags and no Road Sign Assist,
it can't match RAV4's feature list.
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Regardless of grade, RAV4's chiseled styling houses
standard LED headlights and taillights,
and standard roof rails sit up top.
Uniquely, a two-tone paint scheme is available,
as are 19-inch alloy wheels.
While not standard across the lineup,
LED headlights are available on CR-V,
as are 19-inch alloy wheels and roof rails.
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Inside RAV4, a modern interior emphasizes convenience,
comfort and safety.
In-dash storage areas flank the instrument cluster
and add utility to the passenger area.
Advanced technologies abound, including high-end features
like an available digital rear-view mirror.
CR-V doesn't have an answer
for RAV4's available digital rear-view mirror,
but a 12-way power adjustable driver's seat
is available at an extra cost.
And unlike RAV4, CR-V loses cargo volume in its hybrid trim.
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There's a reason RAV4 has racked up award after award
through its 25-year history,
and that's no different in 2021.
RAV4 is one of Kelley Blue Book's 12 Best Family Cars,
U.S. News & World Report's Best Cars for Families,
and Autotrader's 10 Best Car Interiors Under $50,000.
Topped off with ownership perks
like the ToyotaCare no-cost maintenance plan
and a 10-year hybrid battery warranty,
and it's clear why RAV4 continues to lead the pack.