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Toyota RAV4 vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (309 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (37,700 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or Mitsubishi ASX?

Toyota RAV4 vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably 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

RAV4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mitsubishi ASX is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 37,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,285 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mitsubishi ASX with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

ASX

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 309 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 151 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 Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

RAV4

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, Mitsubishi ASX is noticeably lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,655 kg. The difference is around 359 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers very slightly more boot space – 514 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries clearly more – 610 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Toyota RAV4
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a pragmatic, family-friendly SUV that pairs impressively low running costs in hybrid form with a relaxed, motorway-friendly ride and a generous rear seat and boot that make everyday life easy. Its cabin leans toward practicality rather than polish—expect plenty of hard plastics and a tidy infotainment system that’s quick to respond but buries some climate functions in a touchscreen and can nag with drive‑recorder popups, so buyers wanting a premium feel or sporty dynamics should look elsewhere.

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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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Toyota RAV4
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Price
21,400 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
30 - 121 g/km
co2
99 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
515 - 610 kg
Payload
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Mitsubishi
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