Thursday, December 22, 2016

The RAV4 Vs. the Honda CR-V

If you are interested in a fuel efficient, compact crossover SUV, you may want to consider the 2011 Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Both retail at near-identical base prices and offer a range of features, but the CR-V only comes with one engine option.

Engine Specifications

    Standard for the 2011 Toyota RAV4 is a 2.5-liter inline-four motor that creates 179 horsepower and 172 foot-pounds of torque. Those interested in more power can upgrade the RAV4 to a 3.5-liter V6 engine, which produces 269 horsepower and 246 foot-pounds of torque. The Honda CR-V comes equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that produces 180 horsepower and 161 foot-pounds of torque.

Features

    RAV4 buyers interested in beyond the base model features can upgrade to color-keyed bumpers, performance suspension and 18-inch, cast-aluminum wheels. CR-V buyers can choose from five trim options, including LX, SE, EX, EX-L and EX-L with navigation.

Pricing

    The RAV4 has a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $21,925, while the CR-V has a base price of $21,695. Prices on each increase depending on added features.

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