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BMW 5 Series vs Toyota RAV4

BMW 5 Series $66,500
Toyota RAV4 $35,699 – $36,450

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Comparing BMW 5 Series vs Toyota RAV4. Toyota RAV4 offers the strongest value on price. BMW 5 Series leads on expert rating.

Category Winners

Overall Winner BMW 5 Series
Best Value Toyota RAV4
Top Rated BMW 5 Series
Fuel Economy Toyota RAV4
Performance BMW 5 Series

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Price & Reviews

Model Year

Expert Rating

BMW 5 Series

BMW 5 Series

$66,500
Rating: 4.7/10
Toyota RAV4

Toyota RAV4

$35,699 – $36,450
Rating: 4.7/10
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Specification BMW
5 Series
Toyota
RAV4
Brand BMW Toyota
Model 5 Series RAV4
Year 2026 2026
Type
Body Style Mid-Size Executive Luxury Sedan Compact Crossover SUV
Current Price $66,500 $35,699 – $36,450
MSRP $66,500 $36,450
Dealer Price $64,900 $35,199
Engine 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Plug-in Hybrid 2.5L Hybrid System
Horsepower 299 hp 236 hp (AWD net combined)
Torque 332 lb-ft Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed)
0–60 mph 5.6 sec (0-60 mph) Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 143 mph Approx. 115 mph
Fuel Type Plug-in Hybrid (Gasoline / Electric) Hybrid
Mileage / MPG Est. 68 MPGe / 30 MPG Combined (Gas) 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.)
Range (EV) 35 - 40 miles EPA Est. N/A
Emissions Low Emissions Vehicle (PHEV) ULEV/SULEV compliant (market dependent)
Battery 19.4 kWh Lithium-ion Lithium-ion hybrid battery
Charging 7.4 kW AC Charging (3 hours full charge) Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine)
Expert Rating 4.7/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 92 1720
Performance Score 8.7 8.5
Comfort Score 9.5 8.9
Safety Score Highway Assistant with Active Lane Change by Eye Activation 9.4
Fuel Economy Score 9.2 9.5
Technology Score 9.8 8.8
Value Score 8.8 9.2
Pros Smooth integration of 2.0L turbo engine and electric motor delivering 299 hp; Usable electric-only driving range covers... Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic...
Cons PHEV battery marginally reduces rear trunk cargo space compared to standard 530i; Touch-focused HVAC controls require sc... Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick...