2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 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 ID.4

2025 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,995 to $57,295
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MPG - City 38 - 41 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 35 - 38 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.8 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 219 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 1,750 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 180.9 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 73.0 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid than in the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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). Clearly, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Volkswagen ID.4, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is about the same width as the Volkswagen ID.4. When looking at overall length, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen ID.4, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen ID.4 is clearly the choice over the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a lot less horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

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

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 ID.4. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen ID.4.