2023 Subaru Crosstrek vs. 2023 Toyota RAV4 | Bensenville, IL
If you’re considering the stylishly fun and adventurous 2023 Subaru Crosstrek for your next
ride ― but want more information before you take the next step ― see how it stacks up against the 2023 Toyota RAV4. The team at Grand Subaru in Bensenville, IL, makes it easy for you to compare these two popular models in this side-by-side review. You can also find additional Crosstrek model details on our Crosstrek review page and Crosstrek trims page.
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2023 Subaru Crosstrek vs. Toyota RAV4 Interior Features
Equipped with capable powertrains as well as plenty of safety features and driver support, the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and 2023 Toyota RAV4 compact crossover SUV both deliver smooth, quiet rides and emphasize passenger comfort and cargo-carrying utility.
Interior features both models share (depending on the trim level you choose) include:
- Heated front seats
- Power driver’s seat
- Cloth and StarTex® (Crosstrek) or SofTex® (RAV4) seating material
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel and handle shifter
- Keyless access and push-button start
- Multimedia/infotainment systems
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility
- Bluetooth® technology
- Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
- USB ports
- Climate control
- Power moonroof
The 2023 Crosstrek also offers leather seating material, while the 2023 RAV4 also offers ventilated front seats and heated rear outboard seats. When it comes to sound systems, the Crosstrek comes equipped with a four-speaker or six-speaker sound system or an optional eight-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system on the top trim. The 2023 RAV4 features an optional or standardly equipped JBL® 11-speaker premium audio system.
Cargo Space & Seating Capability
Both the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and 2023 Toyota RAV4 comfortably seat five passengers and provide ample ― and flexible ― cargo carrying abilities. Along with raised or low-profile roof rails atop the vehicle, the Crosstrek offers 20.8 cubic feet of interior cargo space behind the rear seat, which expands to 55.3 cubic feet when you fold the rear seats down. Storage solutions include grocery bag hooks and four tie-down hooks in the cargo area, a rear cargo area tray, and a retractable/removable cargo area cover.
The RAV4 also features raised or low-profile roof rails, and its body styling adds more interior cargo capacity ― 37.5 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seat and up to 69.8 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded down. Storage features offered on select RAV4 trims include a cargo liner, height-adjustable rear cargo area deck board and deckside-mounted net, and a cargo area tonneau cover.
Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
When it comes to gas-powered performance, the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek offers up two engine options to the one offered on the 2023 Toyota RAV4. Both the Crosstrek and RAV4 also offer a plug-in hybrid option that pairs the standard gas engine to an electric motor.
All trims on the 2023 Crosstrek feature the power-distributing Subaru symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD) system, while the 2023 RAV4 features front-wheel drive and offers AWD on most trim levels. Hybrid-equipped RAV4 SUV options only feature AWD.
Model | 2023 Subaru Crosstrek | 2023 Toyota RAV4 |
Engine | 2.0L four-cylinder | 2.5L four-cylinder | 2.5L I4 |
Horsepower | 152 HP | 182 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 145 lb.-ft. | 176 lb.-ft. | 184 lb.-ft. |
Max. Towing | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. |
2023 Subaru Crosstrek vs. 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid MPG
When equipped with the 2.0L engine, the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek delivers an EPA-estimated fuel efficiency rating of 28 city and 33 highway MPG, or 27 city and 34 highway MPG when it’s equipped with the larger 2.5L engine.
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 SUV, when equipped with the 2.5L gas-powered engine, delivers 27 city and 35 highway MPG.
Safety Features Offered
Both the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and 2023 Toyota RAV4 received a top overall safety rating from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). When comparing safety features and driver assistance tech, both models offer impressive features, including:
- Advanced airbag systems
- Rear vision camera
- High beam assist
- Sway control
- Hill start or descent control
- Traction control
- Anti-lock braking
- Adaptive cruise control
- Vehicle intrusion mitigation
- LATCH system for child rear seat mounting
- Blind spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert
- Tire pressure monitoring
Driver assistance technology suites are also offered across each model’s trim lineup. This includes EyeSight® driver assist technology, adaptive cruise control with lane centering, and reverse automatic braking on the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and the Toyota Safety Sense™ suite ― which includes brake assist and electric brake force distribution ― on the 2023 RAV4.
Exterior Color Options
2023 Subaru Crosstrek
- Magnetite Gray Metallic
- Crystal Black Silica
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Crystal White Pearl
- Pure Red
- Cool-Gray Khaki
- Desert Khaki
- Horizon Blue Pearl
- Lagoon Blue Pearl
- Plasma Yellow Pearl
2023 Toyota RAV4
- Magnetic Gray Metallic
- Midnight Black Metallic
- Silver Sky Metallic
- Ice Cap
- Ruby Flare Pearl
