Nissan Z vs Toyota RAV4
Nissan Z
$56,305
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Nissan Z vs Toyota RAV4. Toyota RAV4 offers the strongest value on price. Toyota RAV4 leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Toyota RAV4
Best Value
Toyota RAV4
Fuel Economy
Toyota RAV4
Performance
Nissan Z
Toyota RAV4
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Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Nissan Z
$56,305
Rating: 4.4/10
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Nissan Z |
Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Z | RAV4 |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | Coupe | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $56,305 | $35,699 – $36,450 |
| MSRP | $56,305 | $36,450 |
| Dealer Price | $54,800 | $35,199 |
| Engine | 3.0L Twin-Turbo DOHC 24-Valve V6 (VR30DDTT) | 2.5L Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 400 hp @ 6,400 rpm (420 hp on NISMO) | 236 hp (AWD net combined) |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft @ 1,600-5,600 rpm (384 lb-ft on NISMO) | Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed) |
| 0–60 mph | 4.3 sec (0-60 mph) | Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Approx. 115 mph |
| Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | 20 MPGe combined (18 City / 24 Hwy) | 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.) |
| Range (EV) | 395 miles total highway tank range | N/A |
| Emissions | 340 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 | 4.4/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 910 | 1720 |
| Performance Score | 9.1 | 8.5 |
| Comfort Score | 7.8 | 8.9 |
| Safety Score | Nissan Safety Shield 360 | 9.4 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 7.6 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 8.6 | 8.8 |
| Value Score | 8.9 | 9.2 |
| Pros | Muscular 400 hp twin-turbo V6 engine with instant low-rpm torque; Available slick 6-speed manual transmission with Synch... | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic... |
| Cons | Rear hatch cargo area is shallow due to suspension components; Base Sport trim lacks mechanical limited-slip differentia... | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick... |
