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Ira Toyota of Danvers has put together this Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Edge comparison to help drivers around Danvers, Peabody, and Salem, MA, determine which one will be the right vehicle for them.
While both the 2021 Toyota RAV4 and the Ford Edge deliver several benefits, there are some key differences between them that are well worth checking out. We’ll be taking a look at how they stack up against each other in terms of safety, comfort, and convenience.
Safety is sure to be a pretty high priority during any car search. Both cars are impressive in this respect. For instance, both of them come standard with Hill Start Assist Control. This feature is bound to come in handy when you find yourself spending a lot of time tackling particularly hilly terrain.
When you’re ready to continue going up a hill after being stopped partway, it’ll continue to hold down the brakes for an extra moment while you move your foot over to the gas pedal. Doing this allows you to accelerate effectively without the danger of rolling backward.
One optional RAV4 safety feature that’s not available with the Edge is Downhill Assist Control, which helps you to maintain control of the vehicle while making your way down steep inclines.
Both vehicles come with a suite of standard safety features. In the Ford, drivers will find Ford Co-Pilot360™, which includes:
Where the RAV4 really shines is with its own suite of safety features as part of Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0. This suite includes some features that are similar to those found in the Ford, such as Automatic High Beams and Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection. However, the RAV4 comes with Lane Tracing Assist, which is designed to help vehicles stay in their lane without drifting, and Road Sign Assist.
The latter feature provides you with a clear picture of upcoming road signs by displaying them for you on the dashboard. With this feature to help you out, you’ll be able to make the necessary adjustments on time. You won’t be able to find a feature like this in the Ford Edge.
The RAV4 also comes with Safety Connect®, which is standard on all Toyota vehicles. It includes:
Many car shoppers will agree that MPG is a big component of choosing the right car. The Toyota RAV4 and the Ford Edge both get very good gas mileage. For example, the Ford Edge reaches an EPA-estimated 21 city/29 highway MPG, which goes a long way toward keeping you on the road for longer.
However, if MPG is one of the more important needs for you, you’ll want to an EPA-estimated key in on the Toyota RAV4, as it gets a better mileage than the Ford. With this vehicle, drivers will get 28 city/35 highway/30 combined MPG.* If you want to go even further, the RAV4 hybrid models achieve an EPA-estimated 41 city/38 highway/40 combined MPG.*
Nowadays, vehicles are adept at handling the ever-changing and growing world of technology. As such, the Toyota RAV4 and the Ford Edge offer a lot in terms of driver technologies that are sure to impress. Standard Bluetooth® connectivity, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™ offer the ability to access the most important apps on your phone via your vehicle’s touchscreen display.
Both vehicles eliminate the worry of using your phone’s data, thanks to an optional 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. Both of them also come standard with a remote keyless entry system.
You can also enjoy premium seating in the Ford and the Toyota, specifically when it comes to memory seating. Both cars offer this feature, but the Toyota can remember more seating positions than just the one in the Ford Edge.
The RAV4 continues to pull away from the Edge as we move on to the topic of comfort. One of its standout features would be the available dual zone automatic climate control system that includes front center vent flow controls as well as rear-seat vents to allow the folks in the back to get in on the action.
This system is also equipped with a dust and pollen filter for even more comfort. While the Edge is available with a dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control, it doesn’t have all those extra elements.
The RAV4 is available with the digital rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver. This feature can be a big help by allowing you to secure certain aspects of your home’s security, such as the garage door, exterior lighting, and more from the road. The Edge doesn’t offer you the HomeLink® universal transceiver.
This Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Edge comparison has revealed the RAV4 to be the better choice for your drives around Salem, Danvers, and Peabody, Massachusetts.
If you’d like to get a closer look at these and other features offered by this formidable SUV, contact Ira Toyota of Danvers today to schedule your Toyota RAV4 test drive.
* EPA-estimated 27 city/35 hwy/30 combined mpg for 2021 RAV4 LE FWD and Limited FWD; 27 city/34 hwy/30 combined mpg for 2021 RAV4 LE AWD; 28 city/35 hwy/30 combined mpg for 2021 RAV4 XLE FWD FWD and XLE Premium FWD; 27 city/33 hwy/29 combined mpg for 2021 RAV4 XLE AWD and XLE Premium AWD; 25 city/33 hwy/28 combined mpg for 2021 RAV4 Adventure and Limited AWD; 25 city/32 hwy/28 combined mpg for 2021 RAV4 TRD Off-Road; and 41 city/38 hwy/40 combined mpg for 2021 RAV4 LE Hybrid, XLE Hybrid, XLE Premium Hybrid, XSE Hybrid, and Limited Hybrid. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
