Nissan Altima vs Toyota RAV4
Nissan Altima
$29,880
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Nissan Altima vs Toyota RAV4. Nissan Altima offers the strongest value on price. Toyota RAV4 leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Toyota RAV4
Best Value
Nissan Altima
Fuel Economy
Toyota RAV4
Performance
Toyota RAV4
Toyota RAV4
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Nissan Altima
$29,880
Rating: 4.2/10
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Nissan Altima |
Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | RAV4 |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | Sedan | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $29,880 | $35,699 – $36,450 |
| MSRP | $29,880 | $36,450 |
| Dealer Price | $28,800 | $35,199 |
| Engine | 2.5L DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder (PR25DD) | 2.5L Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 182 hp @ 6,000 rpm (188 hp FWD) | 236 hp (AWD net combined) |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm (180 lb-ft FWD) | Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed) |
| 0–60 mph | 7.4 sec (0-60 mph) | Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | Approx. 115 mph |
| Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | 28 MPGe combined (25 City / 33 Hwy) | 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.) |
| Range (EV) | 520 miles total highway tank range | N/A |
| Emissions | 310 g/mi CO2 | ULEV/SULEV compliant (market dependent) |
| Battery | 12V starter battery | Lithium-ion hybrid battery |
| Charging | N/A | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) |
| Expert Rating | 4.2/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 710 | 1720 |
| Performance Score | 7.8 | 8.5 |
| Comfort Score | 9.2 | 8.9 |
| Safety Score | Nissan Safety Shield 360 | 9.4 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 8.8 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 8.7 | 8.8 |
| Value Score | 9.0 | 9.2 |
| Pros | NASA-inspired Zero Gravity seats offer outstanding long-distance comfort; Available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive across p... | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic... |
| Cons | Xtronic CVT engine drone under heavy wide-open throttle acceleration; Standard 188 hp powertrain is adequate rather than... | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick... |
