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2026 Toyota RAV4 vs 2026 Honda CR-V

Both are commonly cross-shopped against each other. Here’s how their real 5-year ownership costs actually compare, using real market pricing data rather than sticker price alone.

Pricing data refreshed monthly · last updated September 2026

2026 Toyota RAV4

$35,4165-year total · $590/mo

Price: $41,271 · 32 MPG
Depreciation: $14,277 · Fuel: $6,562
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500

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2026 Honda CR-V

$35,0865-year total · $585/mo

Price: $38,754 · 30 MPG
Depreciation: $13,661 · Fuel: $7,000
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500

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2026 Honda CR-V costs $330 less to own over 5 years in this comparison — a difference of $5/month.

Most of the gap comes from depreciation ($616 higher for the Toyota RAV4) and fuel/energy ($438 lower for the Toyota RAV4).

After 5 years, the Toyota RAV4 keeps about 65% of its value and the Honda CR-V about 65%.

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