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2023 Mazda CX-50 vs. 2023 Toyota RAV4 Review

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2023 Mazda
CX-50

MSRP*: $27,550 to $42,300
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2023 Toyota
RAV4

MSRP*: $28,275 to $37,980
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 30 MPG 32 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.3 ft3 69.7 - 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 - 227 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 185.8 in 180.9 - 181.5 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 73.0 - 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.6 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Mazda CX-50 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota RAV4. The Mazda CX-50 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda CX-50 as you will with the Toyota RAV4, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Mazda CX-50 is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota RAV4.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-50 is much wider than the Toyota RAV4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Mazda CX-50, which is slightly longer than the Toyota RAV4.

Handling
The Mazda CX-50 has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota RAV4, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mazda CX-50 is clearly the choice over the Toyota RAV4 for pulling heavy loads. The Mazda CX-50 has a little less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Mazda CX-50 and the Toyota RAV4 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-50 and the Toyota RAV4. The Mazda CX-50 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota RAV4.