Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance – Which Costs Less?

Is Toyota RAV4 insurance cheaper than Ford Escape insurance? We compared rates for every trim level for the 2015 through 2024 model years to find out.

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  • At an average cost of $2,212 per year, a 2024 Ford Escape is cheaper to insure than a 2024 Toyota RAV4 by an average of $24 per year.
  • Out of 47 models in the 2024 small SUV segment, the Toyota RAV4 ranks 25th and the Ford Escape ranks 23rd for cheapest car insurance cost.
  • If the cheapest car insurance rates are your top priority, the LE AWD and LE 2WD trims are the cheapest Toyota RAV4 models to insure, while the Active and ST-Line trims are the cheapest Ford Escape models to insure.

Is insurance cheaper for a Toyota RAV4 or Ford Escape?

Car insurance on a 2024 Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $2,212 per year, while insurance for a 2024 Ford Escape averages $2,188 per year, making the Ford Escape the cheaper of the two to insure.

Out of 19 trims for the 2024 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest car insurance rates are on the LE AWD model at a cost of $1,954 per year. For the 10 trim levels available for the Ford Escape, the cheapest 2024 trim level to insure is the Active trim at a cost of $2,050 per year, or about $171 per month.

When comparing rates by trim level for both models, the cheapest trim is the Toyota RAV4 LE AWD at an average of $1,954 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim level is the Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD at a cost of $2,608 per year.

The next table compares the annual and monthly cost of car insurance for 2024 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models, with average rates for each vehicle.

2024 Model Year Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,954$163
$2,006$167
$2,050$171
$2,062$172
$2,078$173
$2,114$176
$2,114$176
$2,136$178
$2,150$179
$2,164$180
$2,168$181
$2,172$181
$2,188$182
$2,192$183
$2,202$184
$2,216$185
$2,216$185
$2,224$185
$2,234$186
$2,236$186
$2,244$187
$2,248$187
$2,268$189
$2,274$190
$2,282$190
$2,302$192
$2,316$193
$2,536$211
$2,608$217

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Toyota RAV4 and a 2024 Ford Escape
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Toyota RAV4 and a 2024 Ford Escape

The chart below shows the average cost to insure both models for a range of driver ages. For a 2024 Toyota RAV4, average insurance cost ranges from $1,966 to $4,448 per year for the driver ages used. A 2024 Ford Escape costs from $1,946 to $4,420 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 1: Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

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Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2024 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2024 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$6,830$6,792
20-Year-Old$4,448$4,420
25-Year-Old$2,570$2,542
30-Year-Old$2,358$2,330
40-Year-Old$2,212$2,188
50-Year-Old$1,966$1,946
60-Year-Old$1,840$1,822

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2024 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The rate tables below show average cost to insure each trim level for a 2024 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape, including the average rate for each model. The winner for the 2024 car insurance rate comparison is the Ford Escape.

2024 Toyota RAV4

$2,212

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2024 Toyota RAV4
2024 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE AWD$1,954
LE 2WD2,006
XLE 2WD2,062
LE Hybrid AWD2,114
XLE AWD2,114
Limited Hybrid AWD2,136
XLE Hybrid AWD2,164
XSE Hybrid AWD2,172
XLE Premium 2WD2,192
SE Hybrid AWD2,202
Adventure AWD2,216
Woodland Edition Hybrid AWD2,216
XLE Premium AWD2,236
XLE Premium Hybrid AWD2,244
Limited 2WD2,274
TRD Off-Road AWD2,302
Limited AWD2,316
Prime SE AWD2,536
Prime XSE AWD2,608
2024 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,212

2024 Ford Escape

$2,188

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2024 Toyota RAV4
2024 Ford Escape TrimsRate
Active$2,050
ST-Line2,078
ST-Line Hybrid2,150
ST-Line Select2,168
ST-Line Select Hybrid2,188
Platinum Hybrid2,224
Platinum2,234
ST-Line Elite2,248
ST-Line Elite Hybrid2,268
Plug-in Hybrid2,282
2024 Ford Escape Average Rate$2,188

2023 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape

Car insurance rates for a 2023 Toyota RAV4 cost an average of $2,162 per year, and a 2023 Ford Escape averages $2,136 per year, making the Ford Escape the winner with the cheapest average insurance rates.

Out of 19 trim levels for the 2023 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest insurance prices are on the LE 2WD trim at a cost of $1,940 per year.

For the 14 trims available for the Ford Escape, the cheapest 2023 model to insure is the Base trim at a cost of $1,996.

When comparing car insurance rates for both models by trim level, the overall cheapest vehicle to insure is the Toyota RAV4 LE 2WD at an average of $1,940 per year. The most expensive trim is the Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD costing $2,424 per year.

For models prior to the 2023 model year, average car insurance costs for each model compare as shown in the list below. Click on a model year to view trim level data.

The rate table below compares the annual and monthly cost of car insurance for 2023 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models, broken down by trim level.

2023 Model Year Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,940$162
$1,996$166
$2,000$167
$2,000$167
$2,034$170
$2,036$170
$2,048$171
$2,056$171
$2,056$171
$2,082$174
$2,102$175
$2,102$175
$2,108$176
$2,138$178
$2,138$178
$2,144$179
$2,152$179
$2,152$179
$2,164$180
$2,172$181
$2,190$183
$2,206$184
$2,224$185
$2,224$185
$2,226$186
$2,226$186
$2,226$186
$2,242$187
$2,260$188
$2,260$188
$2,288$191
$2,354$196
$2,424$202

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Toyota RAV4 and a 2023 Ford Escape
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Toyota RAV4 and a 2023 Ford Escape

The next chart displays the average cost to insure both models for a range of driver ages. Insurance cost ranges from $1,916 to $4,354 per year for a 2023 Toyota RAV4, and $1,898 to $4,320 for a 2023 Ford Escape for the example age groups.

Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 2: Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2023 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2023 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$6,704$6,646
20-Year-Old$4,354$4,320
25-Year-Old$2,512$2,480
30-Year-Old$2,306$2,272
40-Year-Old$2,162$2,136
50-Year-Old$1,916$1,898
60-Year-Old$1,794$1,776

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2023 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The next two rate tables display trim level insurance rates for each 2023 model, plus the average rate for each model. The winner for the 2023 car insurance rate comparison is the Ford Escape.

2023 Toyota RAV4

$2,162

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2023 Toyota RAV4
2023 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,940
LE AWD2,000
XLE 2WD2,000
LE Hybrid AWD2,048
XLE AWD2,056
XLE Hybrid AWD2,102
XLE Premium 2WD2,108
SE Hybrid AWD2,138
Woodland Edition Hybrid AWD2,144
XLE Premium AWD2,152
Adventure AWD2,164
XLE Premium Hybrid AWD2,190
Limited 2WD2,224
XSE Hybrid AWD2,224
Limited AWD2,260
TRD Off-Road AWD2,260
Limited Hybrid AWD2,288
Prime SE AWD2,354
Prime XSE AWD2,424
2023 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,162

2023 Ford Escape

$2,136

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2023 Toyota RAV4
2023 Ford Escape TrimsRate
Base$1,996
Active2,034
Base AWD2,036
ST-Line2,056
Active AWD2,082
ST-Line AWD2,102
ST-Line Hybrid2,138
ST-Line Select AWD2,152
ST-Line Select Hybrid AWD2,172
Platinum Hybrid2,206
Platinum Hybrid AWD2,226
ST-Line Elite AWD2,226
Plug-in Hybrid2,226
ST-Line Elite Hybrid AWD2,242
2023 Ford Escape Average Rate$2,136

2022 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape

Insurance on a 2022 Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $2,066 per year, whereas a 2022 Ford Escape averages $2,154 per year, making the Toyota RAV4 the model with the cheapest overall car insurance rates.

The cost of insurance varies considerably for each of the different trim levels, however. For a 2022 Toyota RAV4, car insurance rates range from $1,912 per year for the LE 2WD model up to $2,234 for the Prime XSE AWD model. For a 2022 Ford Escape, rates can range from $1,952 per year for the S model up to $2,356 for the Titanium Plug-in Hybrid model.

For a 2022 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest models are the LE 2WD, LE AWD, and XLE 2WD. The cheapest Ford Escape models include the S, SE, and SE Hybrid. From a cost-per-month basis, car insurance rates for all 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape trim levels range from $159 to $196 per month.

The next table ranks the 12-month and monthly car insurance cost for 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models, showing average cost for each trim level.

2022 Model Year Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,912$159
$1,952$163
$1,952$163
$1,956$163
$1,986$166
$1,992$166
$2,020$168
$2,024$169
$2,028$169
$2,036$170
$2,044$170
$2,062$172
$2,070$173
$2,084$174
$2,086$174
$2,094$175
$2,100$175
$2,116$176
$2,122$177
$2,138$178
$2,142$179
$2,154$180
$2,154$180
$2,158$180
$2,166$181
$2,172$181
$2,174$181
$2,190$183
$2,234$186
$2,234$186
$2,288$191
$2,312$193
$2,356$196

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Toyota RAV4 and a 2022 Ford Escape
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Toyota RAV4 and a 2022 Ford Escape

The diagram below details average Toyota RAV4 insurance rates compared to Ford Escape insurance rates for the 2022 model year and different ages of rated drivers.

Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 3: Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2022 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2022 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$6,427$6,713
20-Year-Old$4,174$4,362
25-Year-Old$2,402$2,502
30-Year-Old$2,206$2,292
40-Year-Old$2,066$2,154
50-Year-Old$1,834$1,912
60-Year-Old$1,716$1,790

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2022 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The tables below detail insurance rates for all trim levels of 2022 RAV4 and Escape models. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 has an average insurance cost of $2,066 and the 2022 Ford Escape is $2,154, making the Toyota RAV4 cheaper by $88 per year.

2022 Toyota RAV4

$2,066

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2022 Toyota RAV4
2022 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,912
LE AWD1,952
XLE 2WD1,956
LE Hybrid AWD1,986
XLE AWD1,992
XLE Hybrid AWD2,024
XLE Premium 2WD2,036
SE Hybrid AWD2,044
XLE Premium AWD2,062
Adventure AWD2,070
XLE Premium Hybrid AWD2,084
XSE Hybrid AWD2,116
Limited 2WD2,122
Limited AWD2,138
TRD Off-Road AWD2,142
Limited Hybrid AWD2,154
Prime SE AWD2,190
Prime XSE AWD2,234
2022 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,066

2022 Ford Escape

$2,154

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2022 Toyota RAV4
2022 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S$1,952
SE2,020
SE Hybrid2,028
SE AWD2,086
SEL2,094
SE Hybrid AWD2,100
SEL Hybrid2,154
SEL AWD2,158
SE Plug-in Hybrid2,166
Titanium Hybrid2,172
SEL Hybrid AWD2,174
Titanium Hybrid AWD2,234
Titanium AWD2,288
SEL Plug-in Hybrid2,312
Titanium Plug-in Hybrid2,356
2022 Ford Escape Average Rate$2,154

2021 Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Escape

When comparing average insurance rates for 2021 models, a Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $2,068 per year to insure and a Ford Escape costs $1,914, making the Ford Escape cheaper to insure by $154 per year for this model year.

The chart shown below displays the average cost to insure the two models for four different driver age groups. For a 2021 Toyota RAV4, average car insurance cost ranges from $1,838 to $4,168 per year for the included driver ages. A 2021 Ford Escape costs from $1,700 to $3,864 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 4: Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2021 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2021 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$6,399$5,950
20-Year-Old$4,168$3,864
25-Year-Old$2,400$2,220
30-Year-Old$2,202$2,036
40-Year-Old$2,068$1,914
50-Year-Old$1,838$1,700
60-Year-Old$1,722$1,594

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2021 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of 12 Toyota RAV4 trims, the cheapest 2021 trim to insure is the LE 2WD model at an average cost of $1,890 per year.

Out of the 10 trims available for the Ford Escape, the cheapest 2021 trim level to insure is the S 2WD model at a cost of $1,778 per year, or around $148 per month.

When rates are compared for the 22 trim levels of both 2021 models, the overall cheapest vehicle to insure is the Ford Escape S 2WD at an average rate of $1,778 per year, and the most expensive model and trim level is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE AWD at an average of $2,200 per year.

The rate tables below illustrate the average insurance cost by trim level for both 2021 models, including an overall average rate. The winner for the 2021 car insurance cost comparison is the Ford Escape.

2021 Toyota RAV4

$2,068

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,890
LE 4WD1,956
XLE Premium 2WD1,956
XLE 2WD2,024
XLE 4WD2,024
Hybrid XLE AWD2,070
XLE Premium 4WD2,090
Hybrid LE AWD2,136
Adventure 4WD2,154
Limited 2WD2,154
Limited 4WD2,154
Hybrid XSE AWD2,200
2021 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,068

2021 Ford Escape

$1,914

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,778
SE 2WD1,810
SE AWD1,878
SE Sport Hybrid 2WD1,878
SE Sport Hybrid 4WD1,878
SEL 2WD1,878
SEL AWD1,944
Titanium Hybrid 2WD2,010
Titanium Hybrid AWD2,010
Titanium AWD2,076
2021 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,914

2020 Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Escape

When comparing car insurance rates for the 2020 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models, the Ford Escape is cheaper to insure by an average of $150 per year.

The next chart demonstrates the average cost to insure both 2020 models for different driver ages. Average insurance cost ranges from $1,786 to $4,050 per year for a 2020 Toyota RAV4, and $1,652 to $3,750 for a 2020 Ford Escape for the age groups used in this illustration.

Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 5: Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2020 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2020 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$6,216$5,773
20-Year-Old$4,050$3,750
25-Year-Old$2,330$2,156
30-Year-Old$2,136$1,976
40-Year-Old$2,008$1,858
50-Year-Old$1,786$1,652
60-Year-Old$1,672$1,546

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2020 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

For the 12 trims available for the 2020 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest model to insure is the LE 2WD model at an average cost of $1,840 per year, or around $153 per month.

For the 10 trims available for the Ford Escape, the cheapest 2020 trim level to insure is the S 2WD model at a cost of $1,726.

When looking at the aggregated rates by trim for both models, the lowest-cost model and trim to insure is the Ford Escape S 2WD at an average cost of $1,726 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE AWD at a cost of $2,136 per year.

The next two tables display the average cost to insure all 2020 trim levels, plus the average rate for each model. The 2020 Ford Escape takes the win over the 2020 Toyota RAV4 for cheapest car insurance cost.

2020 Toyota RAV4

$2,008

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2020 Toyota RAV4
2020 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,840
LE 4WD1,902
XLE Premium 2WD1,902
XLE 2WD1,966
XLE 4WD1,966
Hybrid XLE AWD2,010
XLE Premium 4WD2,030
Hybrid LE AWD2,074
Adventure 4WD2,092
Limited 2WD2,092
Limited 4WD2,092
Hybrid XSE AWD2,136
2020 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,008

2020 Ford Escape

$1,858

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2020 Toyota RAV4
2020 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,726
SE 2WD1,758
SE AWD1,824
SE Sport Hybrid 2WD1,824
SE Sport Hybrid 4WD1,824
SEL 2WD1,824
SEL AWD1,886
Titanium Hybrid 2WD1,948
Titanium Hybrid AWD1,948
Titanium AWD2,012
2020 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,858

2019 Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Escape

When comparing average insurance cost for 2019 models, the Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $1,886 per year to insure and the Ford Escape costs $1,906, making the Toyota RAV4 the winner by $20 for the 2019 comparison year.

The next chart displays the average cost to insure both 2019 models rated for drivers aged 20 to 50. For a 2019 Toyota RAV4, the average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,678 to $3,790 per year for the age groups used in the chart. A 2019 Ford Escape costs from $1,698 to $3,888 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 6: Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2019 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2019 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$5,816$5,991
20-Year-Old$3,790$3,888
25-Year-Old$2,186$2,216
30-Year-Old$2,004$2,026
40-Year-Old$1,886$1,906
50-Year-Old$1,678$1,698
60-Year-Old$1,570$1,590

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2019 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of 13 trim levels for the 2019 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest auto insurance rates are on the LE 2WD model at a cost of $1,742 per year, or $145 per month.

The 2019 Ford Escape has seven trim levels available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the S 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,792 per year, or around $149 per month.

When comparing car insurance rates for both models by trim level, the most affordable model and trim level to insure is the Toyota RAV4 LE 2WD at an average of $1,742 per year, and the most expensive trim is the Ford Escape Titanium AWD costing $2,036 per year.

The rate tables below display average car insurance cost by trim level for a 2019 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape, including an overall average rate. The 2019 Toyota RAV4 has cheaper average car insurance rates than the 2019 Ford Escape.

2019 Toyota RAV4

$1,886

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2019 Toyota RAV4
2019 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,742
Hybrid LE AWD1,796
LE 4WD1,804
XLE 2WD1,804
Hybrid XLE AWD1,846
XLE 4WD1,864
XLE Premium 2WD1,864
Adventure 4WD1,926
XLE Premium 4WD1,926
Hybrid Limited AWD1,968
Hybrid XSE AWD1,978
Limited 2WD1,986
Limited 4WD1,986
2019 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,886

2019 Ford Escape

$1,906

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2019 Toyota RAV4
2019 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,792
SE 2WD1,854
SE AWD1,854
SEL 2WD1,914
SEL AWD1,914
Titanium 2WD1,976
Titanium AWD2,036
2019 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,906

2018 Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Escape

When comparing insurance cost for 2018 models, a Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $1,794 per year to insure and a Ford Escape costs $1,812.

The chart shown below visualizes the average cost to insure both models using a range of rated driver ages. The average car insurance cost ranges from $1,598 to $3,604 per year for a 2018 Toyota RAV4, and $1,616 to $3,686 for a 2018 Ford Escape for the age groups used in the chart.

Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 7: Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2018 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2018 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$5,516$5,676
20-Year-Old$3,604$3,686
25-Year-Old$2,076$2,102
30-Year-Old$1,902$1,920
40-Year-Old$1,794$1,812
50-Year-Old$1,598$1,616
60-Year-Old$1,498$1,514

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2018 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The 2018 Toyota RAV4 has 16 trims available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the LE 2WD model at an average cost of $1,676 per year, or around $140 per month. Out of the seven trim levels available for the Ford Escape, the cheapest 2018 trim to insure is the S 2WD model at a cost of $1,664.

When rates for all 23 trim levels for both vehicles are compared, the cheapest model and trim level to insure is the Ford Escape S 2WD at an average of $1,664 per year, and the most expensive trim is the Toyota RAV4 Platinum 4WD costing $1,962 per year.

The two tables below illustrate average cost to insure each trim level for a 2018 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape, as well as an average rate for each model.

2018 Toyota RAV4

$1,794

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2018 Toyota RAV4
2018 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,676
LE 4WD1,676
XLE 2WD1,676
Hybrid LE AWD1,722
Adventure 2WD1,732
XLE 4WD1,732
Hybrid XLE AWD1,766
Adventure 4WD1,790
SE 2WD1,790
Hybrid SE AWD1,836
Limited 2WD1,846
Limited 4WD1,846
SE 4WD1,846
Hybrid Limited AWD1,880
Platinum 2WD1,904
Platinum 4WD1,962
2018 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,794

2018 Ford Escape

$1,812

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2018 Toyota RAV4
2018 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,664
SE 2WD1,720
SE AWD1,778
SEL 2WD1,836
SEL AWD1,836
Titanium 2WD1,892
Titanium AWD1,950
2018 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,812

2017 Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Escape

When comparing insurance cost for 2017 models, the Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $1,754 per year to insure and the Ford Escape costs $1,714, making the Ford Escape the winner by $40 for this model year.

The chart below shows the average cost to insure both models with different drivers at the wheel. The average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,568 to $3,524 per year for a 2017 Toyota RAV4, and $1,532 to $3,488 for a 2017 Ford Escape for the example age groups.

Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 8: Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2017 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$5,392$5,365
20-Year-Old$3,524$3,488
25-Year-Old$2,034$1,990
30-Year-Old$1,860$1,818
40-Year-Old$1,754$1,714
50-Year-Old$1,568$1,532
60-Year-Old$1,466$1,434

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2017 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of 12 trim levels for the 2017 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest rates are on the LE 2WD trim at a cost of $1,618 per year, or around $135 per month. For the five trim levels available for the Ford Escape, the cheapest 2017 trim to insure is the S 2WD trim at a cost of $1,606.

When comparing both models at a trim-level basis, the lowest-cost model and trim level to insure is the Ford Escape S 2WD at an average of $1,606 per year, and the overall most expensive vehicle to insure is the Toyota RAV4 Platinum AWD 4WD at an average of $1,888 per year.

The next two tables illustrate average cost to insure each trim level for a 2017 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape, including an overall average rate. The 2017 Ford Escape has more affordable average car insurance than the 2017 Toyota RAV4.

2017 Toyota RAV4

$1,754

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2017 Toyota RAV4
2017 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,618
LE 4WD1,672
XLE 2WD1,672
Hybrid XLE AWD1,700
SE 2WD1,728
XLE 4WD1,728
Limited 2WD1,782
SE 4WD1,782
Hybrid Limited AWD1,808
Limited 4WD1,834
Platinum 2WD1,834
Platinum AWD 4WD1,888
2017 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,754

2017 Ford Escape

$1,714

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2017 Toyota RAV4
2017 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,606
SE 2WD1,662
SE AWD1,716
Titanium 2WD1,768
Titanium AWD1,814
2017 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,714

2016 Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Escape

For 2016 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models, the Ford Escape is cheaper to insure by an average of $10 per year for this model year.

The chart below illustrates the average cost to insure the two models with different driver age groups. The average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,464 to $3,274 per year for a 2016 Toyota RAV4, and $1,454 to $3,294 for a 2016 Ford Escape for the included age groups.

Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 9: Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2016 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2016 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$5,001$5,056
20-Year-Old$3,274$3,294
25-Year-Old$1,892$1,882
30-Year-Old$1,732$1,720
40-Year-Old$1,634$1,624
50-Year-Old$1,464$1,454
60-Year-Old$1,368$1,360

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2016 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

For the 10 trims available for the 2016 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest model to insure is the LE 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,540 per year.

For the five trim levels available for the Ford Escape, the cheapest 2016 trim to insure is the S 2WD trim at a cost of $1,528 per year, or around $127 per month.

When looking at the aggregated rates by trim for both models, the cheapest model and trim level to insure is the Ford Escape S 2WD at a cost of $1,528 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited AWD at an average cost of $1,740 per year.

The next tables show the average cost to insure all 2016 trim levels, including an overall average cost for each model. The 2016 Ford Escape has cheaper average car insurance rates than the 2016 Toyota RAV4.

2016 Toyota RAV4

$1,634

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2016 Toyota RAV4
2016 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,540
LE 4WD1,540
XLE 2WD1,590
XLE 4WD1,590
SE 2WD1,638
Hybrid XLE AWD1,640
Limited 2WD1,688
Limited 4WD1,688
SE 4WD1,688
Hybrid Limited AWD1,740
2016 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,634

2016 Ford Escape

$1,624

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2016 Toyota RAV4
2016 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,528
SE 2WD1,576
SE AWD1,626
Titanium 2WD1,674
Titanium AWD1,714
2016 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,624

2015 Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Escape

For the 2015 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models, the Ford Escape is cheaper to insure by an average of $50 per year.

The chart below displays the average cost to insure both models using different driver ages. For a 2015 Toyota RAV4, the average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,350 to $3,002 per year for the age groups used in the chart. A 2015 Ford Escape costs from $1,298 to $2,924 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages.
Figure 10: Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2015 model year Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2015 Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Escape Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Ford Escape
18-Year-Old$4,576$4,490
20-Year-Old$3,002$2,924
25-Year-Old$1,736$1,680
30-Year-Old$1,588$1,534
40-Year-Old$1,500$1,450
50-Year-Old$1,350$1,298
60-Year-Old$1,260$1,216

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2015 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

For the six trim levels available for the 2015 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest model to insure is the LE 2WD model at an average cost of $1,426 per year, or around $119 per month.

The 2015 Ford Escape has five trims available, with the cheapest model to insure being the S 2WD model at an average cost of $1,358 per year.

When comparing aggregated rates for both models from a trim-level perspective, the cheapest vehicle to insure is the Ford Escape S 2WD at an average of $1,358 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim level is the Toyota RAV4 Limited 4WD at a cost of $1,558 per year.

The tables shown below show all the available trims for both 2015 models, as well as the overall average rate for each model.

2015 Toyota RAV4

$1,500

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2015 Toyota RAV4
2015 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,426
LE 4WD1,472
XLE 2WD1,472
XLE 4WD1,516
Limited 2WD1,558
Limited 4WD1,558
2015 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,500

2015 Ford Escape

$1,450

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2015 Toyota RAV4
2015 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,358
SE 2WD1,404
SE AWD1,450
Titanium 2WD1,496
Titanium AWD1,540
2015 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,450

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