Pre-Owned 2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2017 Honda HR-V in St. Louis, MO
Do you want a small SUV or crossover for your next vehicle? There are lots of good choices out there, but only one right choice for you. Both the 2017 Toyota RAV4 and the Honda HR-V have a lot of positive points about them, so to help you choose between these two, we've compared them in several categories. Read on to learn what we found.
2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2017 Honda HR-V: Engine & Performance
Both the 2017 Toyota RAV4 and 2017 Honda HR-V use a single engine across all trims, with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive for improved traction. However, the RAV4 is much more powerful, and is also available as a hybrid for optimal fuel efficiency.
|
2017 Toyota RAV4 |
Model |
2017 Honda HR-V |
|
2.5L I4 |
Engine |
1.8L I4 |
|
176 HP |
Horsepower |
141 HP |
|
172 lb.-ft. |
Torque |
127 lb.-ft. |
|
6-speed automatic |
Transmission |
6-speed manual or CVT |
2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2017 Honda HR-V: Interior & Cargo Space
When comparing the Toyota RAV4 and Honda HR-V in interior space, drivers in the St. Louis, MO area will prefer the RAV4. It has larger front seats, more overall headroom, and significantly more cargo space.
|
Dimensions |
2017 Toyota RAV4 |
2017 Honda HR-V |
|
Cargo Area - All Seats in Place |
38.4 cu. ft. |
24.3 cu. ft. |
|
Cargo Area - Rear Seats Down |
73.4 cu. ft. |
58.8 cu. ft. |
|
Total Interior Volume |
140.3 cu. ft. |
127 lb.-ft. |
Both models have height-adjustable driver's seats, and available heated front seats to increase riders' comfort. The RAV4 is the better option, however, since it also includes driver's side lumbar support and sport bolsters on both front seats.
2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2017 Honda HR-V: Technology & Safety
If lots of entertainment technology is important to you, you will want to the 2017 Toyota RAV4. Honda HR-V models will have either a 5-in. LCD media display or a 7-in. touchscreen display with HondaLink® infotainment. The RAV4 has a standard 6.1-in. touchscreen with Entune® infotainment, or a 7-in. touchscreen with split-screen capability, navigation, premium audio, and a built-in app suite. As for safety technology, the Honda HR-V comes with modern but commonplace features like a rearview camera, hill start assist, and a tire pressure monitoring system. Some more advanced features are available, like the Honda LaneWatch™ side-view monitor that assists with lane changes. It's the standard Toyota features that are impressive. Toyota Safety Sense™ P came on every 2017 Toyota RAV4 model, and includes radar cruise control, lane keeping, and auto-braking with pedestrian detection.
Schedule a Test Drive in St. Louis, MO
Come see the 2017 Toyota RAV4 for yourself at Seeger Toyota in St. Louis, MO. You will understand its advantages over the Honda HR-V even easier from behind the wheel. Schedule your visit to our dealership online with our test drive appointment form, or call (314) 453-2377 to speak with a product specialist.