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Vauxhall Frontera vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or Toyota RAV4?

Vauxhall Frontera vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Vauxhall Frontera

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (11 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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

Frontera

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Frontera is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 37,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Frontera offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 263 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota RAV4 offers substantially more power – delivering 309 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Frontera

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is moderately lighter – 1,394 kg compared to 1,655 kg. The difference is around 261 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers somewhat more boot space – 514 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries only slightly more – 610 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 is clearly superior overall 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
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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera is a rugged, no-nonsense SUV that balances off-road capability with comfortable everyday driving. It offers straightforward mechanics and a practical cabin, making it a sensible choice for buyers who value durability over flash.

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Reviews Vauxhall Frontera

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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Pascal
5 Jun 2026, 04:10:37

A thoroughly bad cheap car. Feels like a C3 Aircross for the poor.

That's a reason to change employers! Terrible car.

It already has a nickname, "Klapperchen"

I think any Dacia is better!

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Roch
18 May 2026, 10:12:50

Automatic gearbox and certain features, like the windshield wipers that aren’t optional; the trunk capacity is larger on the 5-seat Frontera.

Wolfgang
6 May 2026, 04:24:52

I just like the Opel better (maybe only because I'm very disappointed in VW and therefore also in its subsidiaries).

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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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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Jorge
9 Jun 2026, 09:04:38

Toyota = efficiency and reliability
Volvo = image and posturing

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guadedua
1 Jun 2026, 11:18:08

Toyota's reliability, practicality and fuel efficiency are always an asset and a safe purchase.

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Mariana González
5 Jan 2026, 23:15:27

I love it — it’s super comfortable, I’ve never had any trouble with it, very reliable and stable.

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Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
308 - 400 km
Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 118 g/km
co2
30 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
436 - 570 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Frontera have?

The Vauxhall Frontera is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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