Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota RAV4
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota RAV4
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Toyota RAV4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | LE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Toyota RAV4LE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,450 (best) | $31,900 |
| Lowest listing price | $20,641 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $20,641 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $20,641 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Toyota RAV4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 44 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 48 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG | 42 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal | 15 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Toyota RAV4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 226 hp (best) |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft (best) | 172 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Toyota RAV4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 74.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 2,750 lbs (best) | 1,750 lbs |
| Curb weight | — | 3,640 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in (best) | 106 in |
| Length | 182.7 in (best) | 181 in |
| Width | 73.4 in (best) | 73 in |
| Height | — | 67 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Toyota RAV4LE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Hyundai Tucson | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $29,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LE $31,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $30,950 MSRP | LE AWD $33,300 MSRP |
| 3 | SEL $30,800 MSRP | SE $34,700 MSRP |
| 4 | SEL $32,300 MSRP | SE AWD $36,100 MSRP |
| 5 | Hybrid SE $30,950 MSRP | XLE $36,100 MSRP |
| 6 | SEL Plus $31,300 MSRP | XLE AWD $37,500 MSRP |
| 7 | SEL Plus $32,800 MSRP | Woodland $39,900 MSRP |
| 8 | Hybrid SEL $32,400 MSRP | XSE $41,300 MSRP |
| 9 | Hybrid SEL $33,900 MSRP | SE $41,500 MSRP |
| 10 | Hybrid Blue SE $32,450 MSRP | Limited $43,300 MSRP |
| 11 | XRT $33,475 MSRP | Woodland $45,300 MSRP |
| 12 | XRT $34,975 MSRP | XSE $47,200 MSRP |
| 13 | SEL Premium $33,800 MSRP | GR Sport $48,500 MSRP |
| 14 | SEL Premium $35,300 MSRP | — |
| 15 | Hybrid SEL Convenience $34,900 MSRP | — |
| 16 | Limited $39,425 MSRP | — |
| 17 | Limited $40,925 MSRP | — |
| 18 | SEL $40,075 MSRP | — |
| 19 | Hybrid Limited $42,075 MSRP | — |
| 20 | Hybrid Night $42,575 MSRP | — |
| 21 | Limited $48,300 MSRP | — |
