2024 Mazda CX-50 vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Mazda CX-50

2024 Mazda
CX-50

MSRP*: $30,300 to $43,300
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

2024 Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,725 to $40,030
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 38 - 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 30 MPG 35 - 38 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.3 ft3 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 - 227 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 185.8 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 73.0 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 rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-50 and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

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 Hybrid, 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 Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-50 is much wider than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, 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 Hybrid.

Handling
The Mazda CX-50 has the same turning radius as the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Mazda CX-50, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The Mazda CX-50 has a little less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-50 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

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 Hybrid. The Mazda CX-50 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.