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Toyota RAV4 vs Honda CR-V
Two of the most cross-shopped hybrids, compared on EPA test data and verified prices. Updated October 2026.
2026 Toyota RAV4
2027 Honda CR-VSide by side
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | 2027 Honda CR-V | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $31,900 | $36,030 |
| Fuel economy | 43.0 mpg | 40.0 mpg |
| EPA fuel cost / year | $1,550 | $1,700 |
| Fuel cost / mile | $0.10 | $0.11 |
| 5-yr fuel savings | $4,250 | $3,500 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
What the numbers say
- 2026 Toyota RAV4 is thriftier at the pump: 43.0 vs 40.0 mpg combined.
- 2026 Toyota RAV4 costs less up front: $4,130 less ($31,900 vs $36,030 starting MSRP).
- 2026 Toyota RAV4 is cheaper to fuel: $1,550 vs $1,700 a year (EPA estimate).
Questions, answered
Which gets better gas mileage, the Toyota RAV4 or the Honda CR-V?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4: 43.0 vs 40.0 mpg combined, EPA-tested.
Which is cheaper, the Toyota RAV4 or the Honda CR-V?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4, starting at $31,900 MSRP before destination (vs $36,030). Prices verified by hand.
Specs: U.S. EPA via fueleconomy.gov, model years 2025–2027. Prices are verified starting MSRP before destination. Charging figures are manufacturer ratings for the quickest trim.