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Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota RAV4 Comparison
Hyundai Tucson
Toyota RAV4
How they stack...
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CarExpert's Take
- Torquey diesel powertrain
- Palatial second row and boot
- Comfortable, effortless driving experience
- Diesel engine is getting the axe
- Too many harder plastics
- Dashboard layout hasn't dated well
- Efficient hybrid powertrain
- Plenty of interior space
- Cheap servicing
- Droning petrol engine
- Slow, beeping power tailgate
- Orange highlights aren't for everyone
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Colours Available
White Cream is the standard paint colour, with all other finishes costing an extra $595. The palette comprises:
- Titan Grey
- Shimmering Silver
- Phantom Black
- Deep Sea
- Amazon Grey (excludes base model)
- Silky Bronze (Highlander only)
N Line models are available only in:
- Crimson Red
- White Cream
- Phantom Black
- Titan Grey
The Toyota RAV4 is available in nine different colours, however not all are available across all variants. The following are available on the Cruiser and GXL:
- Glacier White
- Crystal Pearl
- Silver Sky
- Graphite
- Atomic Rush (red)
- Eclipse Black
- Mineral Blue
- Saturn Blue
The GX misses out on Crystal Pearl. The XSE missed out on Crystal Pearl, Atomic Rush, Eclipse lack and Saturn Blue.
The top-spec Toyota RAV4 Edge misses out on the two white colours and Saturn Blue but it does get its own unique Jungle Khaki colour.
Premium paint is a $675 option.
A full list of colours for the 2022 range has yet to be announced.
Comparison
Reviews
Diesel engines continue to dwindle in the mid-size SUV segment. The Hyundai Tucson's is firmly the pick of the current lineup.
Jack Quick
Toyota now only sells hybrid versions of the hot-selling RAV4 SUV, and it remains a benchmark for the segment.
Jack Quick
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Specs
Type | ||
TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1598 - 1999 | 1987 - 2487 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.6L, 2.0L | 2.5L, 2.0L | |
Induction | ||
TURBO 4, INLINE 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | INLINE 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
115kW - 172kW | 127kW - 152kW | |
Power RPM | ||
4000 - 6200 | 5700 - 6600 | |
Torque | ||
192Nm - 416Nm | 203Nm - 243Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1500 - 4500 | 3600 - 4400 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10.5 - 16 | 13 - 14 |