Video: How to Test Toyota RAV4 Cargo Space for Hurst Weekend Trips

Published October 31, 2026

Cargo numbers help compare SUVs, but the best way to know whether your gear fits a Toyota RAV4 is to test the exact vehicle with the gear you really use.

In This Video

• 0:00 Will your gear fit?
• 0:17 Start with your real life
• 0:37 The liftgate opening
• 0:48 Test with the seats upright
• 0:58 Test with the seats folded
• 1:10 What specs don't capture
• 1:22 Loading gear securely
• 1:34 Compare the exact RAV4s

Video Summary

Cargo numbers help compare SUVs, but the best way to know whether your stroller, cooler, luggage, sports gear or pet crate fits a Toyota RAV4 is to test the exact vehicle with the gear you really use. Start with a short list of what normally comes with you. When practical, bring one or two larger items, or measure their length, width and height before you visit. First check whether your largest item passes through the liftgate opening, since an item can fit inside the cargo area yet still be awkward to load. If you normally carry passengers, test with the rear seats upright first, then, following the Owner's Manual, see what changes with the rear seats folded. Folding adds length but changes passenger capacity. Check what specs don't fully capture: loading height, how easily you can reach your gear and whether the liftgate clears where you normally park. Make sure gear can be positioned securely without interfering with passengers or the driver's view. Cargo-related equipment and features can vary by model year and grade, so compare the exact RAV4s on your list.

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This video uses an AI-generated presenter on behalf of Freeman Toyota. Cargo capacity is limited by weight and load distribution. Equipment and features vary by model year and grade. Follow the Owner's Manual for loading guidance and limits.