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Toyota RAV4 vs VW T-Roc – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Toyota RAV4 or VW T-Roc fits your lifestyle better.

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.

VW T-Roc has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26400 £, while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 8696 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW T-Roc with 5.50 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.

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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 significantly edge – offering 306 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.90 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW T-Roc performs a bit better – reaching 212 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.

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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, VW T-Roc is slightly lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers slightly more room – 580 L compared to 475 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs evident better – up to 1690 L, which is about 340 L more than the VW T-Roc.

When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 a bit takes the win – 600 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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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
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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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VW T-Roc

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The VW T-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Price
26400 - 38000 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 - 128 g/km
co2
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
2 - 5
Curb weight
1745 - 1910 kg
Curb weight
1465 - 1539 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Length
4600 mm
Length
4271 - 4373 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1811 - 1828 mm
Height
1685 mm
Height
1527 - 1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Max trunk capacity
1350 L
Payload
390 - 600 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
187 - 212 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Toyota RAV4?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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