Model Y vs RAV4

Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.

Tesla Model Y
Tesla

Model Y

Price from $41,630
Monthly payment $484
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Toyota RAV4
Toyota

RAV4

Price from $31,900
Monthly payment $371
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Specifications

  Model Y RAV4
Manufacturer Tesla Toyota
Starting price $41,630 $31,900
Monthly payment $484 $371
Fuel type Electricity Hybrid
Fuel economy 26.1 kWh/100 mi 41.0 mpg
CO₂ emissions 204 g/mi–232 g/mi
Annual maintenance cost

About this comparison

Tesla Model Y and Toyota RAV4 suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.

Model Y starts at $41,630; RAV4 starts at $31,900. The difference is $9,730, making RAV4 about 23% cheaper before financing.

Estimated monthly payment: Model Y — $484; RAV4 — $371. The difference is $113 per month, with RAV4 lower.

The models use different powertrains: Model Y — Electricity; RAV4 — Hybrid. The better choice depends on your daily route and access to charging.

The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.

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