News
Features
New Cars
Used Cars
Shopping Tools
Car Advice
2022 CarBuzz Awards
  1. Home
  2. Compare Cars
  3. Compare Mazda CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander

Compare Mazda CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander

Mazda CX-9
2023 Mazda CX-9
Select configuration:
$38,750
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
Mazda CX-9 For SaleMazda CX-9 Full ReviewMazda CX-9 Trims Comparison
Toyota Highlander
2023 Toyota Highlander
Select configuration:
$36,420
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
Toyota Highlander For SaleToyota Highlander Full ReviewToyota Highlander Trims Comparison

Overview

Engine
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
6 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Mazda CX-9
2021-2023 Mazda CX-9 Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Mazda CX-9 Dashboard
49
More
Toyota Highlander
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Steering Wheel Design
84
More

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
310 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,409 lbs
4,155 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
3,500 lbs
5,000 lbs
Now Buzzing
Jeep Reveals Seven Custom Wrangler, Cherokee, And Wagoneer Concepts And Restomods For 2023 Easter Safari
Concept
Jeep Reveals Seven Custom Wrangler, Cherokee, And Wagoneer Concepts And Restomods For 2023 Easter Safari
Official: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2 Receives Duramax Diesel V6
Trucks
Official: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2 Receives Duramax Diesel V6
Hyundai Wants Current Cars To Spy On People So It Can Build The Ultimate Self-Driving Vehicle
Patents and Trademarks
Hyundai Wants Current Cars To Spy On People So It Can Build The Ultimate Self-Driving Vehicle
Paul Walker's Fast & Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R Is Looking For A New Owner
For Sale
Paul Walker's Fast & Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R Is Looking For A New Owner
Top 5 Battery Technologies Shaping The Future Of Electric Mobility
Electric Vehicles
Top 5 Battery Technologies Shaping The Future Of Electric Mobility
Lamborghini Revuelto Configurator Options Range From Tasteful To Tacky
Design
Lamborghini Revuelto Configurator Options Range From Tasteful To Tacky

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
25 MPG
City
20 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.7 Tons/yr
7.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
390 miles
393.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
507 miles
519.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
199.4 in
194.9 in
Height
67.6 in
68.1 in
Max Width
77.5 in
76 in
Front Width
65.3 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
65.2 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
115.3 in
112.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
6 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.1 in
39.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.9 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.7 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.4 in
38.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
57.4 in
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
29.7 in
28 in
Third Row Headroom
35.4 in
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
53.1 in
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
40.1 in
45.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
71.2 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
38.2 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
14.4 ft³
16 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
40.2 in
N/A
Box Height (Area)
30.3 in
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.8 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P255/60HR18
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P255/60HR18
P235/65VR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Machine Gray Metallic
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica
  • Sonic Silver Metallic
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Cypress
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Wind Chill Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Sand, Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
Mazda CX-9
Best Comparisons
Toyota Highlander
Best Comparisons
  • Popular Tags
  • Cars
By Make
Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger BrightDrop Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Gordon Murray Automotive Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota VinFast Volkswagen Volvo
By Car Type
SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars
By Price
Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K
Back
To Top