I own a 2021 Rav4. For me it’s pretty big inside. And it drives like a limousine ( smooth and extremely comfortable). The engine is very quiet and the AC is ice cold. I’m looking forward to driving it to 400,000 miles because that’s what Toyota is built for: longevity! I bought it new last year.

I have been comparing these two suv's for a long time ( over 20 years), and each time I always chose the Honda Cr-V. Even though some of the early Rav4s have great handling and acceleration, the Honda was always roomier and better equipped with a picnic tablle and extra room in the trunk. Plus, the seat configuration was better. Honda CR-V's are roomier, refined, and more comfortable than the Toyota Rav4.

I have owned 5 new Crv's in the past 9 years and decided to give the 2023 Rav4 a try. They both have their pros and cons. 1. Mpg about the same Rav4 no better which I thought it would be better 2. Ride quality and handling Rav4 slight edge. 3.Transmission; I like cvt as it is smoother for me and I only put about 10,000 miles before trading 4. seat comfort will have to go to the Rav4 - much better 5. wind noise about the same, really bad on both 6. For looks I like both 8. I like the instrument cluster better on the Crv as it much easier to see in the daylight 9. Never had any problems with the Crvs only time will tell on the Rav4 10. Chose the Rav4 this time as it was a better deal , all cars were non hybrid.

Excellent reviews of two top SUV's! You can't go wrong with either one!

I would always prefer Toyota. Because here in dubai iam using a 2006 corolla which has already crossed 700,000 kms and still its running.

I picked up a 2019 rav4 xle premium non hybrid with less than 10k miles and its been the perfect vehicle for our small family. Looks and feels good, plenty of space and great mpg. No regrets, im sure it will be with us for many, many years with little to no troubles.

It's good to hear someone with an unbiased opinion on both vehicles. I was interested in knowing what new features were added to both cars since last year I was looking at both models in the Hybrid version and eventually I purchased a 2022 CRV Hybrid (Touring trim) AWD. Both cars do have their pros and cons but, my reasons for choosing the Honda over the Toyota boiled down to just a few differences, the main one at the time was the availability of the purchase. Toyota's factory in Kentucky was hit with a Tornado and put production behind. Another reason I liked the CRV over the RAV4 was the electronic seat adjustments on both sides for front passengers. Toyota's high end models only have electronic seat adjustment on the driver's side for the 2022 model. I often travel with one or more people in my car and it's a nice feature when we take turns driving. The real leather feels nice too compared to the fake leather Toyota uses, just my opinion. Finally, the final price was cheaper by about 1K USD for the Honda than the Toyota where I looked near my home in the PNW. Either brand is good, but I love my Honda Hybrid!

Great video!!! Thank you. I want them both 🙄!!!

Great video! I can tell it took some time, this provides a lot of good info about the cars. Couldn't help but notice the water tank that says Plano Tx in the back. That just happens to be where I'll be purchasing one of the two vehicles. After watching this video, I am leaning towards the CRV. Although it's not in this video, I am still eyeing the Kia Sportage as well.

Both cars are so close in design, value, and functionality that it makes it sooooo hard to decide! The prices are close but I've never owned a Toyota personally. I have always liked the "beefy off-road trims" of the Tacoma or 4Runner but out of the 4 cars I've owned have been Honda's ('99 Honda Civic, '06 Honda Ridgeline & '07 Acura TL). My favorite was the Ridgeline but unfortunately, it was totaled just about 3 years of ownership. That thing saved my life with all of Honda's top-notch safety features! After which, I made the decision to go with something with more speed and luxury than the versatility of the Ridgeline and went with the Acura TL. Sadly, it now has cosmetic issues and something going on with the transmission that I do not want to put the money in to fix. So, I'm in need of a new car and want something better for the environment and my pocket. Thus, the interest in these vehicles. I've become an avid camper to spend time with my teenage son away from technology and want to able to go where my Ridgeline could go (or close to it) without the outrageous price tags dues to our current economy (Everything is just too damn expensive lol). Anyway, I just can't decide! LOL Regardless, thank you for the continued helpful videos.

I think you should also test drive the Mazda CX-30, CX-5; the Subaru Crosstrek and Forester, and the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage. I think the Mazdas win for steering and speakers. Also consider the slow Kia Niro hybrid, the all-electric Niro does 0 to 60 mph in about 7 seconds. For big savings, an older Prius V is reliable and not as crazy looking as the other Priuses platypuses.

Excellent comparison. Greetings from the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

Non Turbo engines are more reliable. I think Toyota has the best Hybrid system on the planet

I bought a 22 CRV and it’s really good. I love it.

Just came from the dealers here in Ventura County CA (December 2023) - Hondas have a 5k dealer markup, Toyotas didn’t! Ended up with a NEW 2023 RAV4 XLE with Convenience & Weather packages for 32k out the door. The RAV4 felt more planted to me while the CRV felt too jumpy, engine not matched to the transmission in my opinion. The drive/steering felt more neutral in the Toyota as well, a better suited car for our family use. Base to base models, the Toyota came with better base options. In addition, the RAV4 had better crash ratings as well. I guess there is a reason the RAV4 is the best selling SUV

Excellent review that seems more objective than any other car review I've seen. I owned a 1988 Toyota Corolla hatchback for 12 years which performed in every way up to its reputation for reliability (I drove it to Alaska and back from California and had it for 5 years in Hawai'i and all I did for maintenance besides oil changes and lubes was to replace the radiator and battery). I bought my first of 3 CRVs over a Toyota only because the there was greater headroom in the CRV than in the RAV-4. I've since had two more CRVs (two in California & one in New Zealand). All have performed flawlessly and, I would agree with the reviewer than CRVs have the edge over RAV-4s (the latter I've driven but never as an owner) in terms of interior design and overrall road handling. Two of the CRVs that I've owned needed door lock motor replacement (one required driver door lock motor replaced twice!) - driver door and rear hatch door and one needed replacement of navigation system. Now in the market to replace my current CRV which has covered 180,000, this review has been very helpful in making my decision for me(!). Too bad I'm in CA so not able to purchase from this Canadian dealership ..... As an afterthought, my present CRV was 12 months old with 5,000miles on the clock when I bought it and it came with a transferable all-inclusive warranty. I'd *highly* recommend this. I paid $50 in transfer fees and reclaimed this cost 500 times over!

I like that you always stare down the barrel of the camera when you’re at the end of a sentence :)

Great comparison.. thanks

Very well Don good job,

Your contents are top notch sir. Hello from downtown Toronto :)

I purchased the Honda CRV Sport Touring. I'm a long time Honda fan, this being the fifth I've owned. Never had a quality issue with any of them which has gained our trust. I believe the Honda i-MMD hybrid architecture is superior to all the competitors. It will prove to be more reliable as it doesn't employ a transmission, so less moving parts. It is actually more efficient, though Honda has chosen to offset that efficiency with a larger body for utility and comfort. We tried the Rav 4 but my wife didn't like the fact that it has less room in the cabin. The CRV doesn't have as many bells and whistles as competitors but the drive seems more solid and refined than all I tested. I honestly don't think you can go wrong with either as a choice.

I have a two year old turbo CRV. On ECO I get 29 around town. We really enjoy and like our CRV. Serval long distant trips with around 32 mpg. We are pleased, we have the touring model.

When I was looking for a small SUV, I only weighed it down to these two SUVs. For little comfort and nice design especially inside I chose CRV, with the engines I chose RAV4 as VTEC is a bit a hype compared to Toyota’s VVT. I would end up choosing CRV but unfortunately they only have CVT transmission which I don’t think as of this time have a reliable history thus I went to RAV4 with the conventional transmission and I was amazed how quiet the engine and as if it wasn’t running when on park and from park to drive, you almost don’t feel the engagement of th engine to the transmission. Also have an excellent lower torque with a slight push on the gasoline pedal.

Looking forward to seeing the Rav4 hybrid vs hybrid CR-V.

Like from Sydney 👍

Looking fwd to seeing the Rav4 hybrid vs hybrid CR-V.

Turbo’s won’t last as long as a naturally aspirated engine. Toyota has the best hybrid systems on the planet.

In January, I looked at both of these (in Hybrid trim) and would have been happy with either. What decided my choice was availability. At three different dealers, I could have had a RAV4 within a month with a $6K ADM, or within 3 months with $2K ADM (plus a decent trade in), or I could go on a waiting list 510 long for list price! In the end I got a CRV Sport Touring Hybrid within 2 weeks with a $1K ADM. Having had the CRV for a couple of months now, I have to say its a great car. With the ADM, the RAV4 price advantage disappeared, so I have no regrets. BTW, I'm still on that waiting list 🙂

I drove a bunch of them recently.. the envision avinier seemed to be the best ride but it was more expensive and resale value wouldn't be as good but as far as the drive goes I'd look at the envision.

Excellent review👍Crv vs. Cx5?

Great video, but like all the others, they miss on talking about driver seat adjustment and how that relates to the height of different drivers.

Is CVT good ? The disadvantage of stepless automatic gearboxes, or CVT gearboxes as they are also called, is that they usually do not offer any direct driving sensation. The gearbox acts as a filter between the gas pedal and the engine, which means that driving pleasure suffers.

2023 CRV coming with 2 engine choices I believe. 1.5 turbo & 2.0 nat. aspirated. 2024 rav4 vs 2023 crv comparison would be nice in future. Compare 6 speed auto, Toyota’s 8 speed shifting unrefined even in Lexuses.

Very happy with my Rav4 hybrid. I used to have a Honda Accord. My daughter had a Honda CRV. The motor of door lock was going. Even I could diagnose that! Local Honda dealership wouldn’t touch it without putting it on the scope for an extra $$$ which imo was padding the bill. Put me off Honda. Besides I like the look of the Rav better. .😊

I would go with the Honda CRV Hybrid. I currently have a 2018 Honda Fit, which I love, and not ready to trade in yet. It is no longer in production and the last car my dad was with me when I bought it. He supported me buying the Honda Fit EX-L, and I bought it on the anniversary of his hiring date with United. He was also a Honda fan and once owned a Honda Pilot, fitting because he was a pilot in the Air Force and Airlines. When I am ready for my next car, it will be the CRV Hybrid. I am wondering why Apple has hooked up with Honda on their plans for an Apple Car, that would be a great pairing. A Honda/Apple CRV Hybrid or even all electric, and I wonder if the infrastructure will be available in this country for Charging stations in more areas. I recognized some buildings and structures in your video, as in the DFW area.

I want to say something about Honda’s CVTs. I owned a an Accord with a CVT before I upgraded to the 2.0 Accord and I found the Honda CVT to be very well performing. I venture to say non car enthusiasts wouldn’t know the difference between a CVT and automatic transmission during normal every day driving. As far as Hondas CVT reliability unless I missed it I have never heard or read anything about Honda CVTs failing at an alarming rate. (unlike Nissan notoriously bad Jatco CVT). In fact my friend drives an 2013 Accord with a CVT at the 250,000 miles on the clock and has never had any reliability issues.

I've been a Honda loyalist for a long time and I love my 2020 CR-V. Mine's an EX 2WD with the 1.5T engine. I was also looking at the RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 at that time for comparison, but in the end, I chose the CR-V because it had more interior space and felt more refined. The CX-5 was a close second, but the interior and the cargo space of the Mazda was a little small for me and the controls were a little more complicated when compared to the Honda.

I would also like to hear the comparison between these two cars as well as the following: -forester -outback -cx 9

Good choice for either one, really comes down to personal choice.

nice video

Hi there, do both suvs come with built in dashcam thanks

Missing 360* camera and HUD... It is also priced above all competitors.

I bought 2023 Honda CRV Sport Hybrid because of its brand new totally redesigned look so great from all angles. The Rav4 is 5 years old look and the instrument panel is so old looking. Yes the crv costs more but to me it is worth to buy.

Seems like here in U. S Toyota Rav 4 hybrid is more popular than CRV Hybrid. My current 2012 Civic is over 196 K miles. Since is CRV Hybrid is less pricier than Rav 4 Hybrid, I just went an order one from the Dealership. Amazing content! Thanks for Sharing!

Hey Shari, Can you please compare the Rav4 with the Forester? I know to get the RAV4 TRD is $8K more than the Forester Wilderness.

People who drive honda know how smooth riding quality in Honda cars.

Hi this is Michael from California when you review vehicle and SUV can you please tell me what has a better safety record and better Safety features I would greatly appreciate it thank you and you have a very nice care helpful KZfaq channel thank you

I own both 2018 CRV & 2019 Rav 4, Just traded the Rav4 for a 2022 Hybrid with almost no depreciation. ( 4 months waiting time). I find the Rav4 is more stable and quieter on highway speed.Only the 8 speed transmission is jerky sometimes. Hybrid E-CVT eliminate this problem. Whereas the CRV has more spacious interior feel and more comfortable seats. With Rav4 Hybrid I feel like owning a perfect car. ( Gas prices considered). Never tried the new CRV so cannot commend but is way more pricey over Rav4 here in Canada. By the way I still kept the CRV

My dad pre-ordered a Crv Sport back in July, and hopefully we will get it this month if not then next month!

If I was going to lease it would be CRV. If I was gonna purchase the vehicle and drive it to the ground it would hands down be the rav4. You just can’t beat Toyota durability and reliability.

Great review Shari, you just earned a new Ontario subscriber lol. As a present owner of Accord 2018 Touring trim (I love it, the best car I owned, 2.0 turbo & no CVT) and the past owner of Corolla 97 (reliable, latest forever), I am split between these two. But I have to say that the high price of CR-V is a major concern. I'll have to take them both for a test drive, and take it from there. Looking forward to exploring your YT channel.

Mom bought a new 2020 Rav4 hybrid. She got a Fantastic car & fantastic customer care, at a fantastic price. Toyota scored 100 out of 100.

I have a 22 CRV and it’s The best I ever had

Hard to choose. I'm a faithful Honda customer however I like the look of the Rav4. Don't need a hybrid as the car would really be driven in town and on short road trips. Will have to do more research and perhaps take both for a test run in the near future.

For Honda, the Hybrid is only ~$1400 more and is probably the model to get. Overall, Honda seems to be pushing higher pricing very hard, especially since you often have to pay more than MSRP (especially for Hybrid models). The pricing was a bridge too far for me, so I am purchasing a Subaru instead. Mazdas are also worth a look, but lack fuel efficiency and lack Hybrids powertrains offerings.

Non hybrid: Subaru Outback or Mazda CX50. I'm not convinced of the Hyundai Kia reliability yet. I'm not looking at Ford or GM (although I have owned many Fords without any problems over the years.

Hi. Can you make a video about Nissan Rogue 2023? Thx

Crazy that you must spend above $50,000 out the door for their 2 top models to get 360 degree camera. Forester does it for only $34,000 and much greater handling capabilities, quieter cabin, greater comfort and much greater viewing ability of scenic views. 32mpg 27 city

I’ll take an 8 speed auto over a cvt any day and yes they both can have their issues but change the oil in an auto and should be trouble free for more miles then the cvt

Because of your videos so helpful, it help me finds the car we want. It was Honda CRV 2022. Thanks to you, my husband approved my choice.

Most people do not consider once the hybrid battery needs replacement, it costs a leg and an arm. Naturally aspirated engines and conventional transmissions all the way.

Dreaming for a Toyota or Lexus is a Heartbreaker. Up to 2 years wait for a RAV4 Prime. 9-12 months wait for RX350h in Hawaii.

I took the CRV because here in michigan Page Toyota was adding 2k to the msrp for the same options as the CRV. Genthe Honda is now my dealer. my next truck will be Ridgeline over Taco!!

Can you compare 2023 crv hybrid sport touring vs Toyota venza?

Ordered Rav 4 2023. Waiting since september 2022 but it is worth it. Living in Europe so mine Will be built in Japan. 😊

What's your take on CRV vs Sportage?

These were my two choices when I was looking for my auto, I went for a 4 year old car with around 10,000 miles per year and all the Honda,s I looked at were a couple of thousand £,s more expensive than the Toyota, plus the Honda had more miles per year on them than the RAV4 don’t know why but the Honda drivers seem to put more miles per year on their cars, over here in the UK the diesel engine is preferred than the other engines but that’s all changed now since the RAV4 doesn’t have the diesel engine anymore, so I got the RAV4 as it was a better price and less miles on it, the Honda was my preferred choice but the wallet told me that the RAV4 won, I wouldn’t even consider buying any other brands other than these two

Both looks similar on the outside but RAV4 is so much smaller on the inside be it leg room, head room because of the interior design. If you want roomier suv pay extra and get CRV you will not regret. Also RAV4 doesn’t have the auto locks, beeping BSI but CRV does.

Yep ! I would probably flip a coin, and if i was counting my coins would opt for the RAV. I have seen an opinion that the comparable Hyundai SUV may be nipping at their heels now too. Might be worth a look.

My understanding is that Honda has priced its vehicles on the high side. In my experience Toyota is more willing to bargain on price than Honda.

My next car has to be a hybrid, so most likely a rav4, but i can't fine one at reasonable price/ timeline. Cr-v is a fine alternative but they cost even more here for the hybrid.

My last 5 cars were Hondas until this year. I bought a 2021 CRV Hybrid. I loved this car until in November 22 my car was stolen. A neighbor caught it on camera. It took 3 minutes from the time they broke my window, climbed in the car and pulled off. I reached out to Honda for help. I asked how is this possible without the key. (My car wasn’t parked directly in front of the house I was staying in and I was 2 hours from my home so it wasn’t someone from my neighborhood). One person said they could have had the key codes from Honda another said that’s not true and they shouldn’t be able to take the car without the key. (Which was clearly incorrect since my car was stolen). I was also told they don’t have tracking on the CRV Hybrid. Without any help from Honda, I could no longer buy a Honda. I now have a Toyota RAV 4 Hybrid. It comes with tracking.

The Honda wins the looks competition, but the non-hybrid engine is a big problem for me. I keep my vehicles for up to 200,000 miles, and that small four-cylinder and turbo will not outlast the Toyota. That said, the hybrid head-to-head other than cost is probably a tie. I've ordered a Toyota RAV4 hybrid at MSRP cost because the dealer's location is much better than the Honda.

I’m honestly gunna have to go with the Honda on this one

Those options you mentioned are missing on the crv is mostly because Honda is trying to move more sales towards Acura

Rav4 easy..all day..better value for money and more reliable..easier/cheaper to maintain..great resale value..

I love my 2020 Honda CRV EX AWD; I had a Rav4 previously, & traded it; Honda for me drives quieter & more comfortable, I had a Civic for many years prior as well, I plan to upgrade to a Hybrid, in the future; However, it's always Honda for me.

Now the CRV Hybrid.... Thats a looker! It looks Great! If they want to sell more CRV's, they need to make them ALL look like that.

🇺🇸 the Rav4! Thousands less, better mpg, reliable, high resale, xse looks sporty.

Rav 4 is a bit muggsly, new crv is quite smart looking. Crv 1.4 turbo and cvt has been around for quite awhile & without issue. With comparable equipment they’re both similar in price. The RAV4 isn’t less expensive.

Two Words: 2023 Kia Sorento. Much better tech, better and different looking, three rows, hybrid, trimmed out same price, best warranty. Only problem, it's a Kia, which means strong bias based on negative rep 20 years ago. Just saying, drove all three. It's wasn't close...

I bought a 22 rav4 xle premium a few months ago, pretty decent nothing great, rides pretty rough and it has too many gears, when driving at highway speeds it shifts a lot between 7th and 8th gear which is annoying, needs to be just a 6 speed. Bought rav4 for reliability and didn’t want a turbo engine.

CR V has NO spare tire, so my choice is RAV 4.

Is there anything I should be worried about in a 2023 CRV hybrid sport touring? I heard of some issues with 1.5L engines for prior models. Thanks!

I have 2010 Honda CR-V I want to change this new year. Which one better for me?

Both these are good but I'm gonna go with rav 4

How about a spare tire at hybrid honda?

I've heard Subaru Outback or Forester might be a good alternative to RAV4 and CR-V. At the same price and trim level the Subaru seems to offer a little more technology, and it's got excellent resale value too.

I can't even find a RAV4 in stock anywhere. The websites will say they are, until you actually get there and find they're either sold or in transit. So Toyota kind of makes the descision for you by not actually having any or if you find one, it's marked up.

What about the recall on the 2017 -> 2021 CRV's 1.5 turbo's due to over pressuring? Did Honda actually solve that? Or is that just the nature of the engine?

The ventilated seats in the limited win it for me. Rav4

old RAV4 models got some little issue as they say...BUT the 2022 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID CRUISER that we purchased is SOOOOO GOOD, SOOO SMOOTH TO DRIVE, PETROL EFFICIENCY, AAAAAND SOO AGGRESIVELY GORGEOUS!!!🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️...NO PROBLEM AT ALL!!!👌👌👍👍

CR-V Hybrid real-life mileage not much better than gas, whereas RAV4 Hybrid mileage is superior. CR-V seats fold flat, Rav4's do not. CR-V rides nicer. Overall, I bought the RAV4.

For me being tall and big the cabin space in CRV is bigger than RAV 4 and I test drove both. I chose CRV because of bigger space,

The Hybrid has no transmission? How does the motor drive the wheels?

I bought the CRV and I am so far happy with it. However, 2023 models still have to get through their first 5 years before we can really compare reliability. Those problems that begin to start to show after 30K, 50K, 100K, and 150K etc..

I have the 2020 Honda CRV but if I could get the Toyota RAV 4 at $2,000 or $3,000 less then I would go with the Toyota. I have zero complaints with the CRV but if they are close overall I would go with the value proposition.

Both look good but the new CRV is pretty pricy compared to the RAV4.

I'm a toyota guy. Did not want to like the crv but really did today... Other than Looks compared... And I keep hearing about the super charge and the transmission not being the best... The interior's far more comfortable and cool Looking, the ride smoother/quiter

Which one is the best for seniors to ride comfortably and has spacious easy accessible back seats?