2024 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Review

Picture of the 2024 Toyota 4Runner

2024 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $40,705 to $55,170
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota RAV4

2024 Toyota
RAV4

MSRP*: $28,675 to $38,380
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MPG - City 16 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 19 MPG 32 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 88.8 - 89.7 ft3 69.7 - 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 270-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 - 191.3 in 180.9 - 181.5 in
Exterior Width 75.8 in 73.0 - 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 32.9 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 38.6 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota RAV4 than in the Toyota 4Runner, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota 4Runner will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4.

Convenience
The Toyota RAV4 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota 4Runner, 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 Toyota 4Runner will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota RAV4, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Toyota 4Runner is much wider than the Toyota RAV4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Toyota 4Runner, which is slightly longer than the Toyota RAV4.

Handling
The Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Toyota RAV4 for pulling heavy loads. The Toyota 4Runner has a little more horsepower than the Toyota RAV4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Toyota 4Runner does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota RAV4.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Toyota 4Runner and the Toyota RAV4. With the Toyota 4Runner, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Toyota RAV4.