Other than the Honda CR-V, Here are four cars like the Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is the most popular in the Nigerian car market regarding compact SUVs. Meanwhile, the Honda CR-V has consistently been a strong competitor of the RAV4.

With this, the CR-V has become one of the top-selling models in the Toyota RAV4 class. However, these two vehicles are not the only options in the market.

Here are four other worthy competitors if you are looking for a RAV4 alternative that’s not the Honda CR-V.

1. Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is an excellent Toyota RAV4 alternative regarding price. The price of the Sportage starts at $25,900 and provides more than enough features for this price. Its base 2.5L four-cylinder engine produces 187 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque—slightly lower than the Toyota RAV4’s engine—but offers plenty of power for highway and city driving.

The Kia Sportage also provides a maximum towing capacity of 2,500 lbs. Seating is just as comfortable, with room for five passengers and up to 60 cubic feet of cargo space.

2. Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 is another perfect alternative to the Toyota RAV4. It stands out with attractive features and upscale interiors. Although the base model starts at $26,700, the CX-5 provides a substantial amount of power with its 187 horsepower 2.5L four-cylinder engine and up to 250 lb-ft of torque. 

However, a turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder engine is also available and produces 250 horsepower, an impressive figure that outmatches the Toyota RAV4’s power output. The SUV also offers exceptional seating and cargo space, with enough for five passengers and up to 59.3 cubic feet of cargo space.

3. Nissan Rogue

The new Nissan Rogue was last redesigned for the 2020 model year and provides a smart Toyota RAV4 alternative with an affordable starting price of $27,360. All the models of the Nissan Rogue come with a turbocharged 1.5L DOHC 12-valve Variable Compression Turbo 3-cylinder engine that provides up to 201 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and up to 225 lb-ft of torque.

The roomy interior offers comfortable seating for five passengers and up to 74.1 cubic feet of cargo space—much more than the Toyota RAV4.

4. Subaru Forester

While the CR-V and the RAV4 might seem overpriced to what they offer, the Subaru is an alternative. It has a starting price of $26,395 and provides a 2.5L four-cylinder engine with 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque, which is slightly lower than the Toyota RAV4’s engine but still more than enough for highway and city driving.

It offers a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 lbs and provides roomy seating for five passengers with up to 74.2 cubic feet of cargo space. Despite its lower power output, the Forester delivers excellent fuel economy with 26 city mpg and 33 highway mpg ratings.

Conclusion

These four SUVs have proven a good alternative for the RAV4. They might not meet every feature the RAV4 has to offer. But they certainly match up in a lot of other areas.