Mazda CX-9 vs Toyota RAV4 Prime
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Overview
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Touring | SE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2023 | 2024 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,750 (best) | $43,690 |
| Lowest listing price | $17,258 (best) | $30,175 |
| Median listing price | $26,300 (best) | $38,588 |
| Highest listing price | $32,478 (best) | $45,990 |
| For sale now | 11 (best) | 7 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 38 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 40 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | — | 94 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 42 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 4.5 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.5 gal (best) | 14.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 6 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 71.2 cu ft (best) | 69.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs (best) | 2,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,434 lbs (best) | 1,295 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,409 lbs | 4,235 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.8 in (best) | 8 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.3 in (best) | 105.9 in |
| Length | 199.4 in (best) | 180.9 in |
| Width | 77.5 in (best) | 73 in |
| Height | 69 in (best) | 67 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mazda CX-9 | Toyota RAV4 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Touring $38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $43,690 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Touring Plus $41,350 MSRP | XSE $47,560 MSRP |
| 3 | Carbon Edition $44,830 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Grand Touring $45,690 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Signature $48,460 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Mazda CX-9 vs Toyota RAV4 Prime FAQ
- Which is better: 2023 Mazda CX-9 or 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Mazda CX-9 vs 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2023 Mazda CX-9 or 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Mazda CX-9 starts lower at $38,750. Live Mazda CX-9 listings start at $17,258. Live Toyota RAV4 Prime listings start at $30,175.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Mazda CX-9 or 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,750).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Mazda CX-9 or 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- The 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (38).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2023 Mazda CX-9 or 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- The 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (42).
- Which has better horsepower: 2023 Mazda CX-9 or 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- The 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).
- Which has better seats: 2023 Mazda CX-9 or 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 Mazda CX-9 or 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 Mazda CX-9 vs 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-9 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Toyota RAV4 Prime (5/5 NHTSA overall).