2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs 2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid

$49,900 · Crossover

$44,815 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between luxury curb appeal and high-tech efficiency often stumps buyers looking at compact crossovers. The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque starts at a premium $49,900, offering 246 hp and standard All-Wheel Drive, but manages only 22 combined MPG, requiring premium fuel. Conversely, the 2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid undercuts it significantly at $44,815 while boasting substantially more power at 302 hp and excellent fuel economy figures resulting in 38 combined MPG. While the Evoque is slightly smaller in length at 172.1 inches compared to the RAV4’s 180.9 inches, the Toyota’s efficiency and superior 33.5 cu ft of cargo space present a compelling argument against the Evoque’s refined, but thirstier, package.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid

The RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid is the winner for commuters due to its superior 38 combined MPG and 42 miles of electric-only range.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid

Families will benefit from the RAV4's notably larger 33.5 cu ft cargo capacity compared to the Evoque's 21.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid

Enthusiasts will prefer the RAV4 PHV because it delivers 302 hp, significantly more than the Evoque’s 246 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid

The RAV4 PHV offers better overall value by saving $5,085 upfront and providing vastly better long-term fuel savings.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if...

You prioritize brand cachet and a distinctly premium, smaller footprint (172.1 inches long).
You are comfortable paying $49,900 for a vehicle where premium unleaded fuel is recommended.
You prefer the assured grip of standard All-Wheel Drive paired with a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Choose the Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid if...

You want the best fuel economy, leveraging 40 MPG city driving and a 42-mile electric range.
You need substantial utility, as the RAV4 offers 33.5 cu ft of cargo space versus Car 1’s 21.6 cu ft.
You want the highest output with 302 hp, even if it uses a continuously variable transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Evoque	Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid
Length	172.1"	180.9"
Width	-	73.0"
Height	64.9"	67.0"
Wheelbase	105.6"	105.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	246 hp @ 5500 rpm	302 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	—
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/27 MPG	40/36 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	38 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	354.0/477.9 mi.	580.0/522.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	14.5 gal.
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	94 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	42 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	36
Charging Time (240V)	—	4.5 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Infotainment Display	11.4 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	—
Speaker System	12	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Front Head Room	37.4 in.	39.5 in.
Front Leg Room	40.0 in.	41.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	57.8 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	54.3 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	39.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	34.0 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.4 in.	56.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	47.7 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	18 x 7.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	R18	225/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 150000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and 2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid.

How significant is the fuel economy difference between the Evoque and the RAV4 PHV?

The difference is substantial; the Range Rover Evoque achieves 22 combined MPG, while the RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid returns 38 combined MPG. This gap translates directly into significant annual savings at the pump, especially considering the Evoque recommends premium fuel.

Does the Range Rover Evoque offer more interior space than the Toyota RAV4 PHEV?

No, the Toyota RAV4 PHEV is larger in utility, offering 33.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Evoque's 21.6 cubic feet. Furthermore, the RAV4 is physically bigger in length (180.9 inches vs. 172.1 inches) and height (67.0 inches vs. 64.9 inches).

Which vehicle has better straight-line performance based on horsepower figures?

The Toyota RAV4 PHEV is the clear performance leader here, producing 302 horsepower. The Land Rover Evoque trails behind with 246 horsepower, meaning the Toyota has 56 more horses available.

What is the price difference between these two luxury and efficiency competitors?

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has an MSRP of $49,900, making it $5,085 more expensive than the 2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid, which starts at $44,815.

How does the electric capability of the RAV4 PHV affect daily driving?

The RAV4 PHV provides 42 miles of pure electric range, meaning many daily commutes under that distance can be completed without using any gasoline. The Evoque, by comparison, is a traditional gasoline vehicle that relies solely on its 22 combined MPG rating.

Are both vehicles exclusively AWD?

Yes, both the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and the 2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid come standard with All-Wheel Drive capability for improved traction.