2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

2025 Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid

MSRP*: $32,600 to $40,905
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

2025 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $29,495 to $39,755
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MPG - City 38 - 41 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 35 - 38 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.8 ft3 58.9 ft3
Engine
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 219 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 1,750 lbs 1,500 - 1,800 lbs
Exterior Length 180.9 in 184.4 in
Exterior Width 73.0 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 38.2 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 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 Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Convenience
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 RAV4 Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Dimensions
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is about the same width as the Volkswagen Tiguan. When looking at overall length, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Handling
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid will do just as well as the Volkswagen Tiguan, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Powertrain
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Tiguan.