Compare performance (300 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (37500 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Rafale or Toyota RAV4?
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.
Toyota RAV4 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2408 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota RAV4 with 1 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Renault Rafale performs noticeable better – achieving up to 97 km, about 22 km more than the Toyota RAV4.
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 has a slight edge – offering 306 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Renault Rafale is minimal lighter – 1734 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers minimal more room – 627 L compared to 580 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs slightly better – up to 1910 L, which is about 220 L more than the Toyota RAV4.
When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 clearly perceptible takes the win – 600 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.
Overall, the Renault Rafale shows itself to be leads convincingly overall and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.
detailsThe 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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Price
37500 - 49500 £
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Price
35100 - 55700 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
97 km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
14 - 109 g/km
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co2
22 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
1745 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
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Length
4710 mm
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Length
4600 mm
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Width
1886 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1613 mm
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Height
1685 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
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Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
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Payload
415 - 444 kg
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Payload
390 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
200 - 300 HP
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Power HP
218 - 306 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
147 - 221 kW
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Power kW
160 - 225 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Toyota
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The Renault Rafale is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.