Ford Explorer vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$35,510 | MSRP$31,225 |
Listings4133 | Listings728 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryTwo years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line and Timberline trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Canadians possible. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid compact SUV is a solid choice in its rather limited class, with an easily attained sub-6 litres per 100 kilometres fuel economy, pleasant driving characteristics, and high levels of comfort. A new infotainment system helps its standing, as does a new off-road capable RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition that’s based on the XLE trim level. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space37.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight3690 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height67.0 in |
Length198.8 in | Length180.9 in |
Width89.3 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload1210 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1750 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,510 | $31,225 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Two years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line and Timberline trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Canadians possible. | The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid compact SUV is a solid choice in its rather limited class, with an easily attained sub-6 litres per 100 kilometres fuel economy, pleasant driving characteristics, and high levels of comfort. A new infotainment system helps its standing, as does a new off-road capable RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition that’s based on the XLE trim level. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 37.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 3690 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 67.0 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 180.9 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 1210 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | 1750 lbs |

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