The 2021 Toyota RAV4 is the meat-and-potatoes crossover for many buyers; the RAV4 Prime supplies the all-electric range.
Pros Performance plug-in hybrid Great exterior looks Wide customization possibilities Standard active safety features Good all-wheel-drive systems
Cons Interior is compromised Top trims cost how much? Buzzy base inline-4 Small-ish rear seat
All-new plug-in hybrid variant Offers an estimated 42 miles of all-electric power Based on the fifth-generation RAV4 introduced for 2019
Pros 42 miles of electric-only driving range Impressively quick acceleration Comfortable and quiet ride Generous cargo and passenger space
Cons Very low handling capabilities Longer-than-average braking distances Disconnected steering feel Uncomfortable front passenger seat
The all-new 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime has a potent powertrain and a comfortable, welcoming cabin with plenty of features. This vehicle does not have an overall score or ranking because it hasn’t been fully crash tested or rated for reliability.
Pros Good all-electric driving range Strong acceleration Roomy, comfortable seats Long list of features
Cons Slightly outdated touch-screen graphics
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is another year older and another step behind its competitors in every area but price.
Pros Cheap Inoffensive design Practical interior space Finally, more safety features
Cons Noisy engines Underwhelming power Mediocre fuel economy Lackluster quality
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport packs a lot of features into a small and somewhat practical crossover body. It can make for a good value proposition, and Mitsubishi provides a pretty solid warranty, too. But this all assumes refinement, build quality and drivability don't feature too high on your list of must-haves.
PROS Well-equipped for the price Excellent warranty coverage surpasses that of many rivals
CONS Ride quality is very rough over bumpy roads Many interior materials look and feel cheap to the touch Transmission is aggravating due to slow responses Raucous drone while accelerating, especially with 2.0-liter engine
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ranked #16 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has a score of 6.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 67 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Lengthy warranty Good amount of cargo space
Cons Jarring ride over bumpy roads Loud, underpowered base engine Limited steering feedback Mediocre cabin materials Below-average fuel economy
