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Vauxhall Frontera vs Toyota RAV4 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or Toyota RAV4?

Vauxhall Frontera

5 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota RAV4

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Frontera has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 14649 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs decisively better – achieving up to 408 km, about 333 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4 @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota RAV4 has a decisively edge – offering 306 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 161 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Frontera performs minimal better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

Frontera @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 401 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers distinct more room – 580 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1690 L, which is about 90 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera hardly perceptible takes the win – 644 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota RAV4 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota RAV4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Vauxhall Frontera
Toyota RAV4

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RAV4 @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km

Vauxhall Frontera

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Toyota RAV4

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Vauxhall Frontera
Toyota RAV4
Frontera @ Opel / Stellantis Media
RAV4 @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
20500 - 30000 £
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1745 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4385 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Payload
436 - 644 kg
Payload
390 - 600 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
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Frontera?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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