2025 Kia
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2025 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 18 - 20 MPG | 25 - 27 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 23 - 26 MPG | 33 - 35 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 87.0 ft3 | 69.7 - 69.8 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 291 hp | 203 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 - 5,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 196.9 in | 180.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.3 in | 73.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.4 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.5 - 40.9 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.2 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Telluride than in the Toyota RAV4.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Telluride and the Toyota RAV4.
Convenience
The Toyota RAV4 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia Telluride, 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). The Kia Telluride will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota RAV4, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Kia Telluride is much wider than the Toyota RAV4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Kia Telluride, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota RAV4.
Handling
The Kia Telluride has a larger turning radius than the Toyota RAV4, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Kia Telluride is clearly the choice over the Toyota RAV4 for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Telluride greatly out-muscles the Toyota RAV4.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Telluride does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota RAV4.
Utility
The Kia Telluride offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota RAV4, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Kia Telluride has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota RAV4.