In comparison, the Honda CR-V is more fuel-efficient and has oodles of space in the rear seat and cargo area. But it doesn't have a V6 option or a third-row. The Ford Escape has powerful EcoBoost turbocharged variants and sportier driving characteristics. The Escape is smaller overall and top Titanium level cars get very expensive. The Chevrolet Equinox is larger than many compact crossovers and has an available V6, but lacks a third row option. The Mazda CX- 5 is the fuel economy leader of the compact crossover class, acheiving up to 35 MPG highway. It also offers a manual transmission, a rarity these days. The Mazda is smaller than some crossovers though, and the four-cylinder is not as powerful as the V6 RAV4.
It's getting old, but the RAV4 offers a lot of choice for crossover shoppers with a package that is not as large as midsize crossovers, yet doesn't leave out popular features like V6 or third-row seating. The Toyota is worth a look for customers who want a solid all-rounder that offers more space and versatility in exchange for best-in-class fuel economy.