2024 Subaru Ascent vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Subaru Ascent

2024 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $34,395 to $48,695
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

2024 Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,725 to $40,030
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 38 - 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 35 - 38 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 260 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 5,000 lbs 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 196.8 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 76.0 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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 Subaru Ascent offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom. The Subaru Ascent will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Subaru Ascent as you will with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Subaru Ascent is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Subaru Ascent is much wider than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Subaru Ascent, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Handling
The Subaru Ascent has a larger turning radius than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Subaru Ascent has a little more horsepower than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

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

Utility
The Subaru Ascent offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Subaru Ascent has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.