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Ford Ranger vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Toyota RAV4?

Ford Ranger vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Ford Ranger

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Toyota RAV4

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  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota RAV4 is markedly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,734 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Ranger with 3.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota RAV4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 95 km more than the Ford Ranger.

RAV4

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota RAV4 offers only slightly more power – delivering 309 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is significantly lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 750 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries markedly more – 989 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 379 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £37,700
RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 185 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 133 - 137 km
Ford Ranger
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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Ford Ranger
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
30 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Toyota
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