2025 Mazda CX-30 vs. 2025 Toyota 4Runner Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-30

2025 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,950
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Picture of the 2025 Toyota 4Runner

2025 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $40,770 to $57,400
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MPG - City 22 - 26 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 45.2 ft3 90.2 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 227 hp 278 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 173.0 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 41.8 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 39.7 in
Rear 37.8 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-30 than in the Toyota 4Runner. The Toyota 4Runner will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-30.

Convenience
The Toyota 4Runner requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-30, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Clearly, the Mazda CX-30 is a better financial choice over the Toyota 4Runner, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-30 is much slimmer than the Toyota 4Runner, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Mazda CX-30, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota 4Runner.

Handling
The Mazda CX-30 has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Toyota 4Runner, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda CX-30 has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.

Powertrain
The Mazda CX-30 has much lower torque than the Toyota 4Runner, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-30 and the Toyota 4Runner. The Mazda CX-30 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota 4Runner.