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Honda Element vs Toyota RAV4

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2011 Honda Element

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2026 Toyota RAV4

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Overview

SpecHonda ElementLXToyota RAV4LE
Selected trimLXLE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20112026

Pricing & market

SpecHonda ElementLXToyota RAV4LE
MSRP$20,825 (best)$31,900
Lowest listing price—$13,865 (best)
Median listing price—$32,460 (best)
Highest listing price—$48,838 (best)
For sale now0282 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda ElementLXToyota RAV4LE
Combined MPG22 MPG44 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG48 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG42 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)15 gal

Performance

SpecHonda ElementLXToyota RAV4LE
Horsepower166 hp226 hp (best)
Torque161 lb-ft172 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda ElementLXToyota RAV4LE
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume74.6 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity1,500 lbs1,750 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,515 lbs (best)3,640 lbs
Ground clearance6.9 in8 in (best)
Wheelbase101.4 in106 in (best)
Length169.9 in181 in (best)
Width71.6 in73 in (best)
Height70.4 in (best)67 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda ElementLXToyota RAV4LE
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)Not Rated—
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side poleNot Rated—
Rollover3 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)10None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHonda ElementToyota RAV4
1

LX

$20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$31,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$22,075 MSRP

LE AWD

$33,300 MSRP

3

EX

$22,935 MSRP

SE

$34,700 MSRP

4

EX

$24,185 MSRP

SE AWD

$36,100 MSRP

5—

XLE

$36,100 MSRP

6—

XLE AWD

$37,500 MSRP

7—

Woodland

$39,900 MSRP

8—

XSE

$41,300 MSRP

9—

SE

$41,500 MSRP

10—

Limited

$43,300 MSRP

11—

Woodland

$45,300 MSRP

12—

XSE

$47,200 MSRP

13—

GR Sport

$48,500 MSRP

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Honda Element vs Toyota RAV4 FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Honda Element vs 2026 Toyota RAV4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Honda Element starts lower at $20,825. Live Toyota RAV4 listings start at $13,865.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2011 Honda Element leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,825).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (324).
Which has better seats: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2011 Honda Element vs 2026 Toyota RAV4?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Element (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).