Model Year | 2020 | 2018 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 4,595 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,702 mm | 1,687 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,583 kg | 1,657 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 60 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,092 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,212 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 965 mm | -5 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,065 L | 974 L | -973 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0 L | 2,115 L | -2 L |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |