2025 Toyota RAV4 Sales in Corpus Christi, TX

2025 Toyota RAV4 vs 2025 Hyundai Tucson

The compact SUV class is loaded with options, but two models consistently rise to the top: the 2025 Toyota RAV4 and the 2025 Hyundai Tucson. Each one brings impressive fuel economy, comfort, and technology, though they achieve these strengths in different ways. Whether you’re cruising the Gulf Coast or tackling weekend projects in Corpus Christi, TX, here’s how these two popular crossovers compare.

Interior Comparison

The 2025 RAV4 remains one of the most practical and user-friendly cabins in the segment. With seating for five, it offers generous front and rear legroom, smart storage solutions, and a straightforward layout. Higher trims like XLE Premium and Limited bring SofTex® seating, contrast stitching, and ambient lighting. Cargo capacity is impressive at 69.8 cubic feet with the rear seats folded flat.

The 2025 Tucson features a more futuristic cabin design, with dual 10.25-inch screens available, clean lines, and a more minimalist dashboard. It also seats five but feels slightly roomier in the second row. Cargo capacity is a strong 74.1 cubic feet – besting the RAV4 – but Tucson’s glossy surfaces and touch-sensitive controls can feel less intuitive than Toyota’s physical knobs and buttons.

Power & Performance

The 2025 RAV4 uses a 2.5L four-cylinder engine that produces 203 horsepower, paired with an 8-speed automatic. It’s available in front- or all-wheel drive, and hybrid models push efficiency even further with up to 219 combined horsepower and impressive fuel economy. For more off-road fun, Adventure and TRD Off-Road trims add terrain modes and beefed-up suspension.

The Tucson starts with a 2.5L engine making 187 horsepower, paired with an 8-speed automatic. It’s smooth but not particularly punchy. Hyundai also offers hybrid and plug-in hybrid options, the most powerful of which produces 265 horsepower. While AWD is optional, the Tucson lacks a true off-road-ready trim like the RAV4 TRD.

Tech & Entertainment

Toyota equips the 2025 RAV4 with a standard 8-inch touchscreen, and a 10.5-inch screen is available on select trims like Limited and XSE Hybrid. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard, and higher trims offer a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. A JBL® premium audio system is optional on top trims.

The Tucson impresses with a standard 8-inch touchscreen and available 10.25-inch display with navigation. Wireless smartphone integration is standard on base models, though oddly, it becomes wired with the larger screen. Hyundai’s interface is slick and modern, but some users might miss physical volume knobs. A Bose® premium audio system is available.

Safety Features

Toyota’s Safety Sense™ 2.5 comes standard on all RAV4 models and includes Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, and Pre-Collision with Pedestrian Detection. Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert are standard on most trims.

The Tucson offers Hyundai SmartSense, with features like Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and Rear Occupant Alert. Both SUVs score well in crash tests, but Toyota’s driver-assist features are a bit more refined in real-world use.

Mike Shaw Toyota’s Bottom Line

The 2025 Toyota RAV4 continues to lead the compact SUV class with rugged styling, rock-solid reliability, and available hybrid and off-road variants. The 2025 Hyundai Tucson impresses with a high-tech interior and more cargo space, but it can’t match the RAV4’s trim diversity or real-world capability.

At Mike Shaw Toyota in Corpus Christi, TX, we’re proud to offer the RAV4 – a compact SUV that’s just as comfortable exploring the Texas coast as it is handling the weekday commute. Visit us today to test drive the 2025 RAV4 and see why it’s the go-to choice for smart SUV buyers.

Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.