Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester – Which Car Insurance is Cheapest?

Does the Toyota RAV4 or the Subaru Forester have cheaper car insurance rates? We analyzed average insurance prices for all trim levels from 2015 through 2024 to see which has the most affordable rates.

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  • When comparing 2024 models, a Subaru Forester has more affordable car insurance rates than a Toyota RAV4 by an average of $78 per year.
  • For a 2024 Toyota RAV4, car insurance rates range from $1,908 to $2,546 per year, while a 2024 Subaru Forester ranges from $1,936 to $2,192 for full-coverage.
  • Average car insurance cost per month for the Toyota RAV4 is 3.4% more expensive than the Subaru Forester, at $180 versus $174, a difference of $6.
  • Out of 47 models in the 2024 small SUV segment, the Toyota RAV4 ranks 25th and the Subaru Forester ranks 16th for most affordable car insurance.

Is it cheaper to insure a Toyota RAV4 or Subaru Forester?

For the 2024 model year, the cheaper model to insure on average is the Subaru Forester. Insurance cost for the Toyota RAV4 averages $2,162 per year, while insurance for a Subaru Forester averages $2,084 per year.

For the 19 trim levels available for the 2024 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest model to insure is the LE AWD trim at an average cost of $1,908 per year, or $159 per month.

For the six trims available for the Subaru Forester, the cheapest 2024 trim level to insure is the Base trim at a cost of $1,936 per year, or $161 per month.

When rates for all 25 trim levels for both vehicles are compared, the cheapest model and trim level is the Toyota RAV4 LE AWD at an average rate of $1,908 per year, and the most expensive model and trim level is the Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD at a cost of $2,546 per year.

The table shown below ranks the cost of car insurance for 2024 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models, showing average premium cost for each trim level.

2024 Model Year Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,908$159
$1,936$161
$1,960$163
$2,016$168
$2,032$169
$2,064$172
$2,064$172
$2,074$173
$2,086$174
$2,114$176
$2,118$177
$2,126$177
$2,142$179
$2,144$179
$2,148$179
$2,162$180
$2,162$180
$2,186$182
$2,192$183
$2,192$183
$2,220$185
$2,248$187
$2,262$189
$2,476$206
$2,546$212

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 June 26, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Toyota RAV4 and a 2024 Subaru Forester
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Toyota RAV4 and a 2024 Subaru Forester

The next chart visualizes the average cost to insure both 2024 models rated for a variety of different driver ages. For a 2024 Toyota RAV4, average insurance cost ranges from $1,920 to $4,342 per year for the age groups used in the chart. A 2024 Subaru Forester costs from $1,834 to $4,276 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 1: Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

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Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2024 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$6,665$6,648
20-Year-Old$4,342$4,276
25-Year-Old$2,510$2,428
30-Year-Old$2,302$2,230
40-Year-Old$2,162$2,084
50-Year-Old$1,920$1,834
60-Year-Old$1,798$1,724

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 June 27, 2025

The next two tables display the cost to insure the available trim levels for both 2024 models, including the average rate for each model. The winner for the 2024 car insurance rate comparison is the Subaru Forester.

2024 Toyota RAV4

$2,162

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2024 Toyota RAV4
2024 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE AWD$1,908
LE 2WD1,960
XLE 2WD2,016
LE Hybrid AWD2,064
XLE AWD2,064
Limited Hybrid AWD2,086
XLE Hybrid AWD2,114
XSE Hybrid AWD2,118
XLE Premium 2WD2,142
SE Hybrid AWD2,148
Adventure AWD2,162
Woodland Edition Hybrid AWD2,162
XLE Premium AWD2,186
XLE Premium Hybrid AWD2,192
Limited 2WD2,220
TRD Off-Road AWD2,248
Limited AWD2,262
Prime SE AWD2,476
Prime XSE AWD2,546
2024 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,162

2024 Subaru Forester

$2,084

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2024 Toyota RAV4
2024 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
Base$1,936
Premium2,032
Sport2,074
Limited2,126
Wilderness2,144
Touring2,192
2024 Subaru Forester Average Rate$2,084

2023 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

Insurance rates for a 2023 Toyota RAV4 average $2,112 per year, and insurance for a Subaru Forester averages $1,926 per year, making the Subaru Forester the cheaper of the two models by $186 per year.

Out of 19 Toyota RAV4 trim levels, the cheapest 2023 model to insure is the LE 2WD model at an average cost of $1,896 per year, or $158 per month. The 2023 Subaru Forester has six trims available, with the cheapest model to insure being the Base AWD model at an average cost of $1,782 per year, or about $149 per month.

When rates are compared for the 25 trim levels of both 2023 models, the overall cheapest vehicle to insure is the Subaru Forester Base AWD at a cost of $1,782 per year. The most expensive vehicle to insure is the Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD costing $2,368 per year.

The table shown below ranks the annual and monthly cost of car insurance for 2023 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models, broken down by individual trim level.

2023 Model Year Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,782$149
$1,874$156
$1,896$158
$1,916$160
$1,954$163
$1,954$163
$1,964$164
$1,982$165
$2,000$167
$2,008$167
$2,034$170
$2,052$171
$2,060$172
$2,086$174
$2,092$174
$2,102$175
$2,114$176
$2,140$178
$2,174$181
$2,174$181
$2,206$184
$2,206$184
$2,234$186
$2,298$192
$2,368$197

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 June 26, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Toyota RAV4 and a 2023 Subaru Forester
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Toyota RAV4 and a 2023 Subaru Forester

The next chart displays the average cost to insure both 2023 models with different driver age groups. Average insurance cost ranges from $1,870 to $4,252 per year for a 2023 Toyota RAV4, and $1,692 to $3,942 for a 2023 Subaru Forester for the illustrated age groups.

Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 2: Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2023 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$6,543$6,135
20-Year-Old$4,252$3,942
25-Year-Old$2,450$2,250
30-Year-Old$2,250$2,066
40-Year-Old$2,112$1,926
50-Year-Old$1,870$1,692
60-Year-Old$1,752$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 2023 model year. Updated June 26, 2025

The rate tables below show all the available trims for both 2023 models, including the average rate for each model.

2023 Toyota RAV4

$2,112

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2023 Toyota RAV4
2023 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,896
LE AWD1,954
XLE 2WD1,954
LE Hybrid AWD2,000
XLE AWD2,008
XLE Hybrid AWD2,052
XLE Premium 2WD2,060
SE Hybrid AWD2,086
Woodland Edition Hybrid AWD2,092
XLE Premium AWD2,102
Adventure AWD2,114
XLE Premium Hybrid AWD2,140
Limited 2WD2,174
XSE Hybrid AWD2,174
Limited AWD2,206
TRD Off-Road AWD2,206
Limited Hybrid AWD2,234
Prime SE AWD2,298
Prime XSE AWD2,368
2023 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,112

2023 Subaru Forester

$1,926

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2023 Toyota RAV4
2023 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
Base AWD$1,782
Premium AWD1,874
Sport AWD1,916
Limited AWD1,964
Wilderness AWD1,982
Touring AWD2,034
2023 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,926

2022 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

When comparing 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models, the model having more affordable car insurance is the Subaru Forester. Average car insurance rates for the Toyota RAV4 are $2,018 per year, and the Subaru Forester averages $1,852 per year.

Within each model, however, auto insurance cost varies greatly for each of the different trim levels.

For a 2022 Toyota RAV4, insurance rates range from the lowest rate of $1,866 per year for the LE 2WD model up to $2,182 for the Prime XSE AWD model. For a 2022 Subaru Forester, rates range from $1,740 per year for the AWD model up to $1,964 for the most expensive to insure Wilderness AWD model.

When comparing rates for both models from a trim-level perspective, the overall cheapest vehicle to insure is the Subaru Forester AWD at an average cost of $1,740 per year, and the most expensive trim is the Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD costing $2,182 per year.

For a 2022 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest models are the LE 2WD, LE AWD, and XLE 2WD. The cheapest Subaru Forester models include the AWD, Premium AWD, and Sport AWD.

From a monthly standpoint, insurance rates for all 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester trim levels range from $145 to $182 per month.

The table shown below ranks the annual and monthly cost of car insurance for 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models, broken down by individual trim level.

2022 Model Year Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,740$145
$1,740$145
$1,806$151
$1,866$156
$1,904$159
$1,910$159
$1,910$159
$1,938$162
$1,944$162
$1,956$163
$1,964$164
$1,976$165
$1,988$166
$1,996$166
$2,012$168
$2,022$169
$2,034$170
$2,066$172
$2,072$173
$2,088$174
$2,092$174
$2,104$175
$2,138$178
$2,182$182

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 June 27, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Toyota RAV4 and a 2022 Subaru Forester
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Toyota RAV4 and a 2022 Subaru Forester

For the 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models, the Subaru Forester has cheaper car insurance cost by an average of $166 per year for this model year.

The next chart displays the average cost to insure both 2022 models using a range of rated driver ages. For a 2022 Toyota RAV4, average insurance cost ranges from $1,788 to $4,076 per year for these driver ages. A 2022 Subaru Forester costs from $1,628 to $3,780 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 3: Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2022 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$6,273$5,870
20-Year-Old$4,076$3,780
25-Year-Old$2,344$2,164
30-Year-Old$2,152$1,986
40-Year-Old$2,018$1,852
50-Year-Old$1,788$1,628
60-Year-Old$1,676$1,532

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 June 26, 2025

For the 18 trim levels available for the 2022 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest trim level to insure is the LE 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,866 per year, or $156 per month.

Out of the six trim levels available for the Subaru Forester, the cheapest 2022 model to insure is the AWD model at a cost of $1,740 per year, or about $145 per month.

When comparing car insurance rates for both models by trim level, the lowest-cost model and trim level to insure is the Subaru Forester AWD at an average rate of $1,740 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim level is the Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD costing $2,182 per year.

The rate tables below illustrate average cost to insure each trim level for a 2022 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester, plus the average rate for each model. The winner for the 2022 car insurance battle is the Subaru Forester.

2022 Toyota RAV4

$2,018

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2022 Toyota RAV4
2022 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,866
LE AWD1,904
XLE 2WD1,910
LE Hybrid AWD1,938
XLE AWD1,944
XLE Hybrid AWD1,976
XLE Premium 2WD1,988
SE Hybrid AWD1,996
XLE Premium AWD2,012
Adventure AWD2,022
XLE Premium Hybrid AWD2,034
XSE Hybrid AWD2,066
Limited 2WD2,072
Limited AWD2,088
TRD Off-Road AWD2,092
Limited Hybrid AWD2,104
Prime SE AWD2,138
Prime XSE AWD2,182
2022 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,018

2022 Subaru Forester

$1,852

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2022 Toyota RAV4
2022 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
AWD$1,740
Premium AWD1,740
Sport AWD1,806
Touring AWD1,910
Limited AWD1,956
Wilderness AWD1,964
2022 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,852

2021 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

For 2021 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models, the Subaru Forester has cheaper car insurance rates by an average of $174 per year.

The chart below shows the average cost to insure both 2021 models rated for multiple driver ages. For a 2021 Toyota RAV4, average car insurance cost ranges from $1,796 to $4,068 per year for the included age groups. A 2021 Subaru Forester costs from $1,628 to $3,778 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 4: Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2021 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$6,245$5,868
20-Year-Old$4,068$3,778
25-Year-Old$2,342$2,150
30-Year-Old$2,144$1,970
40-Year-Old$2,020$1,846
50-Year-Old$1,796$1,628
60-Year-Old$1,680$1,532

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 June 27, 2025

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 has 12 trim levels available, with the cheapest trim to insure being the LE 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,846 per year. For the six trims available for the Subaru Forester, the cheapest 2021 trim level to insure is the AWD trim at a cost of $1,764.

When comparing car insurance rates for both models by trim level, the cheapest trim to insure is the Subaru Forester AWD at an average cost of $1,764 per year. The most expensive model and trim level is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE AWD at an average cost of $2,150 per year.

The next tables show the average cost to insure all 2021 trim levels, along with the average rate for each model. The cheapest to insure for the 2021 model year is the Subaru Forester.

2021 Toyota RAV4

$2,020

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,846
LE 4WD1,912
XLE Premium 2WD1,912
XLE 2WD1,976
XLE 4WD1,976
Hybrid XLE AWD2,020
XLE Premium 4WD2,040
Hybrid LE AWD2,086
Adventure 4WD2,104
Limited 2WD2,104
Limited 4WD2,104
Hybrid XSE AWD2,150
2021 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$2,020

2021 Subaru Forester

$1,846

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
AWD$1,764
Alloy Wheel Package AWD1,764
Premium AWD1,820
Sport AWD1,850
Limited AWD1,892
Touring AWD1,978
2021 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,846

2020 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

When comparing insurance cost for 2020 models, the Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $1,962 per year to insure and the Subaru Forester costs $1,792, making the Subaru Forester the winner by $170.

The next chart displays the average cost to insure the two models for a range of driver ages. For a 2020 Toyota RAV4, the average car insurance cost ranges from $1,746 to $3,952 per year for these driver ages. A 2020 Subaru Forester costs from $1,582 to $3,668 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 5: Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2020 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$6,064$5,695
20-Year-Old$3,952$3,668
25-Year-Old$2,276$2,086
30-Year-Old$2,082$1,912
40-Year-Old$1,962$1,792
50-Year-Old$1,746$1,582
60-Year-Old$1,634$1,486

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 June 26, 2025

For the 12 trims available for the 2020 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest model to insure is the LE 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,798 per year, or $150 per month.

Out of the six trim levels available for the Subaru Forester, the cheapest 2020 model to insure is the AWD trim at a cost of $1,710.

When rates for all 18 trim levels for both vehicles are compared, the lowest-cost model and trim to insure is the Subaru Forester AWD at an average cost of $1,710 per year, and the most expensive trim is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE AWD at an average cost of $2,086 per year.

The next tables illustrate trim level insurance cost averages for both 2020 models, as well as the overall average rate for each model. The 2020 Subaru Forester has more affordable average car insurance rates than the 2020 Toyota RAV4.

2020 Toyota RAV4

$1,962

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2020 Toyota RAV4
2020 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,798
LE 4WD1,858
XLE Premium 2WD1,858
XLE 2WD1,920
XLE 4WD1,920
Hybrid XLE AWD1,964
XLE Premium 4WD1,982
Hybrid LE AWD2,024
Adventure 4WD2,042
Limited 2WD2,042
Limited 4WD2,042
Hybrid XSE AWD2,086
2020 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,962

2020 Subaru Forester

$1,792

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2020 Toyota RAV4
2020 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
AWD$1,710
Alloy Wheel Package AWD1,710
Premium AWD1,762
Sport AWD1,792
Limited AWD1,846
Touring AWD1,928
2020 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,792

2019 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

When comparing average insurance cost for 2019 models, the Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $1,838 per year to insure and the Subaru Forester costs $1,702, making the Subaru Forester the winner by $136 for this comparison year.

The rate chart below displays the average cost to insure the two models with different driver age groups. The average car insurance cost ranges from $1,638 to $3,702 per year for a 2019 Toyota RAV4, and $1,506 to $3,478 for a 2019 Subaru Forester for these driver ages.

Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 6: Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2019 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$5,679$5,395
20-Year-Old$3,702$3,478
25-Year-Old$2,134$1,980
30-Year-Old$1,954$1,816
40-Year-Old$1,838$1,702
50-Year-Old$1,638$1,506
60-Year-Old$1,534$1,414

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 June 26, 2025

Out of 13 trims for the 2019 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest average car insurance prices are on the LE 2WD model at a cost of $1,702 per year. The 2019 Subaru Forester has 10 trim levels available, with the cheapest trim to insure being the 2 AWD model at an average cost of $1,616 per year, or about $135 per month.

When rates are compared for the 23 trim levels of both 2019 models, the cheapest trim to insure is the Subaru Forester 2 AWD at an average cost of $1,616 per year. The highest-cost model and trim is the Toyota RAV4 Limited 4WD at a cost of $1,940 per year.

The next two tables illustrate average car insurance cost by trim level for each 2019 model, including an overall average cost for each model. The model with the cheapest overall car insurance cost for 2019 is the Subaru Forester.

2019 Toyota RAV4

$1,838

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2019 Toyota RAV4
2019 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,702
Hybrid LE AWD1,754
LE 4WD1,762
XLE 2WD1,762
Hybrid XLE AWD1,804
XLE 4WD1,822
XLE Premium 2WD1,822
Adventure 4WD1,882
XLE Premium 4WD1,882
Hybrid Limited AWD1,920
Hybrid XSE AWD1,930
Limited 2WD1,940
Limited 4WD1,940
2019 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,838

2019 Subaru Forester

$1,702

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2019 Toyota RAV4
2019 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
2 AWD$1,616
2.5I AWD1,616
2.0 Premium AWD1,658
2.5I Premium AWD1,658
2.0 Sport AWD1,694
2.5I Sport AWD1,694
2.0 Limited AWD1,734
2.5I Limited AWD1,734
2.0 Touring AWD1,810
2.5I Touring AWD1,810
2019 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,702

2018 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

For the 2018 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models, the Subaru Forester has cheaper car insurance cost by an average of $128 per year.

The chart below visualizes the average cost to insure both models using a range of rated driver ages. For a 2018 Toyota RAV4, insurance cost ranges from $1,562 to $3,514 per year for the example age groups. A 2018 Subaru Forester costs from $1,438 to $3,306 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 7: Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2018 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$5,385$5,118
20-Year-Old$3,514$3,306
25-Year-Old$2,030$1,890
30-Year-Old$1,858$1,732
40-Year-Old$1,750$1,622
50-Year-Old$1,562$1,438
60-Year-Old$1,462$1,350

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 June 27, 2025

Out of 16 Toyota RAV4 trim levels, the cheapest 2018 trim to insure is the LE 2WD model at an average cost of $1,636 per year, or about $136 per month.

For the six trim levels available for the Subaru Forester, the cheapest 2018 trim level to insure is the 2.5I AWD trim at a cost of $1,490 per year, or around $124 per month.

When rates are compared for the 22 trim levels of both 2018 models, the lowest-cost model and trim to insure is the Subaru Forester 2.5I AWD at an average cost of $1,490 per year. The overall most expensive vehicle to insure is the Toyota RAV4 Platinum 4WD at a cost of $1,916 per year.

The next two rate tables show the cost to insure the available trim levels for both 2018 models, along with the average rate for each model.

2018 Toyota RAV4

$1,750

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2018 Toyota RAV4
2018 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,636
LE 4WD1,636
XLE 2WD1,636
Hybrid LE AWD1,682
Adventure 2WD1,692
XLE 4WD1,692
Hybrid XLE AWD1,724
Adventure 4WD1,748
SE 2WD1,748
Hybrid SE AWD1,794
Limited 2WD1,804
Limited 4WD1,804
SE 4WD1,804
Hybrid Limited AWD1,836
Platinum 2WD1,860
Platinum 4WD1,916
2018 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,750

2018 Subaru Forester

$1,622

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2018 Toyota RAV4
2018 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
2.5I AWD$1,490
2.5I Premium AWD1,546
2.0XT Premium AWD1,596
2.5I Limited AWD1,600
2.5I Touring AWD1,728
2.0XT Touring AWD1,780
2018 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,622

2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

When comparing insurance cost for 2017 models, the Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $1,712 per year to insure and the Subaru Forester costs $1,548, making the Subaru Forester the winner by $164.

The rate chart below shows the average cost to insure the two models with different driver age groups. For a 2017 Toyota RAV4, insurance cost ranges from $1,532 to $3,440 per year for the example age groups. A 2017 Subaru Forester costs from $1,376 to $3,156 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 8: Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2017 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$5,262$4,883
20-Year-Old$3,440$3,156
25-Year-Old$1,986$1,804
30-Year-Old$1,816$1,652
40-Year-Old$1,712$1,548
50-Year-Old$1,532$1,376
60-Year-Old$1,430$1,292

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 June 27, 2025

The 2017 Toyota RAV4 has 12 trim levels available, with the cheapest trim to insure being the LE 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,584 per year.

For the 13 trim levels available for the Subaru Forester, the cheapest 2017 trim to insure is the 2.5I AWD trim at a cost of $1,414.

When rates are compared for the 25 trim levels of both 2017 models, the cheapest trim to insure is the Subaru Forester 2.5I AWD at an average rate of $1,414 per year. The most expensive vehicle to insure is the Toyota RAV4 Platinum AWD 4WD costing an average of $1,846 per year.

The next two rate tables display average car insurance rates for every trim level for both 2017 models, along with the average rate for each model. The winner for the 2017 car insurance cost comparison is the Subaru Forester.

2017 Toyota RAV4

$1,712

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2017 Toyota RAV4
2017 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,584
LE 4WD1,636
XLE 2WD1,636
Hybrid XLE AWD1,662
SE 2WD1,688
XLE 4WD1,688
Limited 2WD1,742
SE 4WD1,742
Hybrid Limited AWD1,768
Limited 4WD1,794
Platinum 2WD1,794
Platinum AWD 4WD1,846
2017 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,712

2017 Subaru Forester

$1,548

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2017 Toyota RAV4
2017 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
2.5I AWD$1,414
2.5I Premium AWD1,466
2.5I Premium AWP AWD1,504
2.5I Premium AWP and Eye Sight AWD1,504
2.0XT Premium AWD1,522
2.5I Limited AWD1,522
2.5I Limited Navigation AWD1,574
2.5I Touring AWD1,574
2.5I Touring Eyesight System AWD1,574
2.5I Touring Navigation AWD1,574
2.0XT Touring AWD1,642
2.0XT Touring Eyesight System AWD1,642
2.0XT Touring Navigation AWD1,642
2017 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,548

2016 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

When comparing insurance rates for the 2016 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models, the Subaru Forester is cheaper to insure by an average of $56 per year for this comparison year.

The next chart shows the average cost to insure both models with different ages of drivers. Average car insurance cost ranges from $1,430 to $3,194 per year for a 2016 Toyota RAV4, and $1,378 to $3,116 for a 2016 Subaru Forester for the driver ages used.

Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 9: Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2016 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$4,882$4,787
20-Year-Old$3,194$3,116
25-Year-Old$1,848$1,786
30-Year-Old$1,690$1,638
40-Year-Old$1,598$1,542
50-Year-Old$1,430$1,378
60-Year-Old$1,336$1,290

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 June 26, 2025

For the 10 trim levels available for the 2016 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest model to insure is the LE 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,506 per year.

The 2016 Subaru Forester has 13 trim levels available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the 2.5I AWD trim at an average cost of $1,410 per year, or about $118 per month.

When trim-level rates for both models are compared, the most affordable model and trim level to insure is the Subaru Forester 2.5I AWD at an average rate of $1,410 per year, and the most expensive trim is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited AWD costing $1,698 per year.

The tables below display trim level insurance cost averages for both 2016 models, plus an average rate for each model.

2016 Toyota RAV4

$1,598

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2016 Toyota RAV4
2016 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,506
LE 4WD1,506
XLE 2WD1,554
XLE 4WD1,554
Hybrid XLE AWD1,602
SE 2WD1,604
Limited 2WD1,650
Limited 4WD1,650
SE 4WD1,650
Hybrid Limited AWD1,698
2016 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,598

2016 Subaru Forester

$1,542

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2016 Toyota RAV4
2016 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
2.5I AWD$1,410
2.5I Premium AWD1,458
2.5I Premium AWP AWD1,506
2.5I Premium AWP Navigation AWD1,506
2.0XT Premium AWD1,522
2.5I Limited AWD1,522
2.5I Limited Navigation AWD1,570
2.5I Touring AWD1,570
2.5I Touring Eyesight System AWD1,570
2.5I Touring Navigation AWD1,570
2.0XT Touring AWD1,618
2.0XT Touring Eyesight System AWD1,618
2.0XT Touring Navigation AWD1,618
2016 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,542

2015 Toyota RAV4 vs. Subaru Forester

When comparing insurance cost for 2015 models, the Toyota RAV4 costs an average of $1,466 per year to insure and the Subaru Forester costs $1,470, making the Toyota RAV4 the winner by $4 for the 2015 comparison year.

The next chart visualizes the average cost to insure the two models for the 20 to 50-year-old driver age groups. For a 2015 Toyota RAV4, average car insurance cost ranges from $1,318 to $2,930 per year for the included age groups. A 2015 Subaru Forester costs from $1,314 to $2,968 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages.
Figure 10: Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2015 model year Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester. 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. Subaru Forester Insurance Cost
Driver Age Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester
18-Year-Old$4,463$4,553
20-Year-Old$2,930$2,968
25-Year-Old$1,692$1,702
30-Year-Old$1,544$1,558
40-Year-Old$1,466$1,470
50-Year-Old$1,318$1,314
60-Year-Old$1,230$1,232

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 June 27, 2025

For the six trims available for the 2015 Toyota RAV4, the cheapest trim level to insure is the LE 2WD model at an average cost of $1,394 per year. For the 13 trim levels available for the Subaru Forester, the cheapest 2015 trim to insure is the 2.5I AWD trim at a cost of $1,356.

When rates for all 19 trim levels for both vehicles are compared, the lowest-cost model and trim level to insure is the Subaru Forester 2.5I AWD at an average cost of $1,356 per year, and the most expensive vehicle to insure is the Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring AWD costing an average of $1,550 per year.

The next two tables display the cost to insure the available trim levels for both 2015 models, including the average rate for each model. The 2015 Toyota RAV4 has cheaper average car insurance rates than the 2015 Subaru Forester.

2015 Toyota RAV4

$1,466

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2015 Toyota RAV4
2015 Toyota RAV4 TrimsRate
LE 2WD$1,394
LE 4WD1,438
XLE 2WD1,438
XLE 4WD1,482
Limited 2WD1,522
Limited 4WD1,522
2015 Toyota RAV4 Average Rate$1,466

2015 Subaru Forester

$1,470

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2015 Toyota RAV4
2015 Subaru Forester TrimsRate
2.5I AWD$1,356
2.5I Premium AWD1,402
2.5I Premium AWP AWD1,402
2.5I Premium AWP Navigation AWD1,446
2.0XT Premium AWD1,460
2.5I Limited AWD1,460
2.5I Limited Navigation AWD1,460
2.5I Touring AWD1,494
2.5I Touring Eyesight System AWD1,498
2.5I Touring Navigation AWD1,500
2.0XT Touring Navigation AWD1,540
2.0XT Touring Eyesight System AWD1,544
2.0XT Touring AWD1,550
2015 Subaru Forester Average Rate$1,470

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