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2026 Toyota Corolla Cross vs. 2026 Toyota RAV4 Comparison

See how the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross and 2026 Toyota RAV4 performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

Corolla Cross 2026

$25,235 - $33,630

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RAV4 2026

Compact SUVs

2026 Toyota RAV4

$31,900 - $43,300

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About
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The compact Corolla Cross is fuel-efficient, particularly in hybrid form. Available with front- or all-wheel drive, the standard powertrain is a 169-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired to a CVT. The AWD-only hybrid makes 196 hp and is the bette...
 
The redesigned Toyota RAV4 is offered strictly in hybrid and plug-in hybrid forms. It introduces new trim levels, and steps up its game for comfort, convenience, and safety. The hybrid powertrain produces 226 combined horsepower, and for the first ti...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Fuel economy
Green Checkmark Icon Braking
Green Checkmark Icon Cabin access
 

NA

Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Noisy
Red 'X' Icon Feels underpowered
Red 'X' Icon Lacks agility
Red 'X' Icon Mediocre fit and finish
 

NA

Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
NA
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
NA
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
/ 100
 
/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door SUV

 

4-door SUV

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

LE, XLE, S, SE, XSE, L

 

Limited, SE, Woodland, GR Sport, XLE, XSE, LE

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$25,235 - $33,630

 

$31,900 - $43,300

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, FWD

 

AWD, FWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear

 

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

2-liter 4 (169 hp); 2-liter 4 hybrid (196 hp)

 

2.5-liter 4 plugin hybrid (320 hp); 2.5-liter 4 hybrid (236 hp); 2.5-liter 4 hybrid (226 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

CVT

 

CVT

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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PERFORMANCE TESTING

6

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