Which SUV to choose: 2020 Hyundai Tucson vs 2020 Toyota RAV4

If you are hesitating between a 2020 Hyundai Tucson and a 2020 Toyota RAV4, drop by Spinelli, your Toyota dealer in Lachine, and ask about the multitude of features and advantages the Toyota RAV4 has over the Hyundai SUV! Sitting on top of the country's sales chart and featuring among the top-selling vehicles in Canada all categories combined, the RAV4 represents a sure value because of its unbeatable value for money, as well as its long list of equipment and its many versions!

Exterior Design

One thing is for sure, the 2020 RAV4 will not pass unnoticed on the road! Built on Toyota's all-new platform, it boasts a sturdy and imposing stance, wheels up to 19 inches and an aggressive front end, as well as two-tone exterior colours, depending on the model. And if you want an even more muscular silhouette, opt for the RAV4 Trail!

Powertrains

While the Hyundai Tucson offers a choice of two engines ranging from 161 to 181 horsepower, the Toyota SUV offers only one engine, a 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine of 203 horsepower, thus beating out the competition in terms of output. It also has the upper hand when it comes to towing capacity, which stands at 1,500 pounds versus only 1,000 pounds for the Tucson. You will also have the choice between a front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive model. Finally, although it's more powerful than its rival, the RAV4 boasts lower fuel consumption ratings, with ratings ranging from 6.7 to 7.1 L/100 km on the highway, versus 7.9 to 9.1 L/100 km for the Tucson.

The RAV4 also has not one but two other advantages: it is available in a hybrid version and, starting in the summer of 2020, in a plug-in hybrid version. While the former offers a towing capacity of 1,750 pounds and 219 horsepower from a 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine paired with Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive system, the plug-in hybrid version boasts a net output of 302 horsepower, making it the most powerful RAV4 to date. As for Hyundai, the 2020 Tucson offers no electrified version.

Spacious interior filled with technologies

With room for 5 occupants, the 2020 RAV4 offers you more cargo space than its Hyundai rival. In fact, you will enjoy 1,059 litres of space behind the second row of seats; fold it down and you'll then have 1,977 litres available, compared to only 1,754 litres for the 2020 Tucson.

You will also appreciate the quality of the interior's finish, as well as the high-quality materials inside. Depending on the model, you could enjoy cloth or Softex leather upholstery, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front and rear seats as well as ventilated front seats, not to mention dual-zone climate control. One thing's for sure, there's no shortage of comfort on board!

Other features include an 8-way power adjustable driver seat, a touchscreen of 7 or 8 inches, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility, a navigation system, Sirius XM radio and even more.

Safety is also at the forefront on board the RAV4! Indeed, the Toyota Safety Sense technologies comes standard, and include, among others, the Pre-collision Safety System with Cyclist and Pedestrian Detection—a feature missing on the Tucson—Automatic High Beams, Lane Tracing Assist, adaptive cruise control, a backup camera, a clearance sonar and blind-spot monitoring, just to name these few.

As you can see, the Toyota RAV4 has a lot to offer compared to the competition, including the 2020 Hyundai Tucson; and with so many features and benefits, it's no wonder it's the best SUV on the market today! To learn more about the RAV4 or to book a road test, don't wait any longer and come and see us at Spinelli Toyota in Lachine today! We are easily accessible from the South Shore of Montreal.