2025 Jeep Compass vs. 2025 Toyota RAV4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Jeep Compass

2025 Jeep
Compass

MSRP*: $26,900 to $32,395
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Picture of the 2025 Toyota RAV4

2025 Toyota
RAV4

MSRP*: $29,250 to $38,955
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MPG - City 24 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 MPG 33 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.8 ft3 69.7 - 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 200-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 200 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 173.4 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 73.8 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 39.2 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Jeep Compass offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota RAV4, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Compass and the Toyota RAV4.

Convenience
The Toyota RAV4 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Compass, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Jeep Compass or the Toyota RAV4, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Jeep Compass is a little wider than the Toyota RAV4, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. The Jeep Compass is slightly shorter than the Toyota RAV4, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Jeep Compass has the same turning radius as the Toyota RAV4, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Compass is clearly the choice over the Toyota RAV4 for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Jeep Compass and the Toyota RAV4.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Jeep Compass transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Toyota RAV4.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Compass and the Toyota RAV4. The Jeep Compass has less cargo space than the Toyota RAV4, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.