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Renault Rafale vs Toyota RAV4 - Differences and prices compared

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?

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Rafale

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.

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.

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 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.

Rafale

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £37,500
Rafale

Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km
Renault Rafale
Toyota RAV4

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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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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.

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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (3 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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Renault Rafale
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
37500 - 49500 £
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
14 - 109 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Curb weight
1745 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4710 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1886 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1613 mm
Height
1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Payload
415 - 444 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 221 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
B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Renault Rafale?

The Renault Rafale is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.