MAZDA CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander

Here at Ocean Mazda, our team wants our customers from Doral, Miami, Hialeah, Kendall, and West Kendall, FL, to drive the SUV that’s right for them. That’s why we’ve created this Mazda CX-9 vs. Toyota Highlander comparison. Check it out, and then let us know if you have any questions!

2020 MAZDA CX-9 vs 2020 Toyota Highlander: Frugal Fuel Efficiency

The first major difference between the Mazda CX-9 and the Toyota Highlander is in their fuel economy ratings. With FWD equipped, the Mazda CX-9 Sport is able to achieve EPA estimates of up to 22 city/28 highway MPG.¹ On the other hand, while the Toyota Highlander base model measures in with impressive highway MPG, its ratings for the city are only at 20 MPG.

MAZDA CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander: Brawny Engine Power

Then there’s the question of their engines. In the Mazda CX-9, your ride will be powered by a Skyactiv^®-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Engine with VVT. That’s definitely a mouthful, but you can rest assured that its outputs are just as big as its name.

With 87 octane regular unleaded fuel, it’ll kick out 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. With 93 octane premium unleaded fuel, those figures jump up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque.

Unfortunately, while the Toyota Highlander model’s 3.5L V6 engine is strong in horsepower, it’s weak in torque: 263 lb-ft of torque just can’t compare to the torque specifications we mentioned above.

MAZDA CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander: Smart Safety Tech

Last, but not least, we’re impressed with the driver-assistive safety suites that you’ll find in both the Mazda CX-9 and the Toyota Highlander. Because there are so many comparable features across these two setups, we’ve created a table for a side-by-side overview.

Yet, that’s only a brief introduction. Other encouraging Mazda iActivsense^® technologies include Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Advanced Smart City Brake Support with Pedestrian Detection, High Beam Control, Lane Departure Warning System, and even Lane-Keep Assist.

Like we said, Toyota SafetySense^Ô 2.0 manages to match many of these features, making these two SUVs pretty similar when it comes to safety—there aren’t any compromises in this department.

MAZDA CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander: Decide for Yourself Today

Now that you have a much better idea of the ways in which the Mazda CX-9 and the Toyota Highlander are similar—as well as the ways in which the Mazda beats the Toyota—why not stop by Ocean Mazda and experience this SUV for yourself? To schedule your test drive, all you have to do is call us, chat with us, or stop by from West Kendall, Kendall, Hialeah, Miami, or Doral, Florida.

¹EPA-estimated mileage. Actual results will vary.