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Mazda CX-90 vs Toyota 4Runner

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Mazda CX-90

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2026 Toyota 4Runner

Overview

SpecMazda CX-903.3 Turbo SelectToyota 4RunnerSR5
Selected trim3.3 Turbo SelectSR5
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecMazda CX-903.3 Turbo SelectToyota 4RunnerSR5
MSRP$39,300 (best)$41,570
Lowest listing price$23,995$12,980 (best)
Median listing price$48,757$46,655 (best)
Highest listing price$60,530 (best)$73,156
For sale now230 (best)150

Fuel economy & range

SpecMazda CX-903.3 Turbo SelectToyota 4RunnerSR5
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal19 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMazda CX-903.3 Turbo SelectToyota 4RunnerSR5
Horsepower280 hp (best)278 hp
Torque332 lb-ft (best)317 lb-ft
Engine size3.3 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersI6I4

Size & capability

SpecMazda CX-903.3 Turbo SelectToyota 4RunnerSR5
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume74.2 cu ft90.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs6,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,846 lbs4,455 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in8.1 in (best)
Wheelbase122.8 in (best)112.2 in
Length200.8 in (best)194.9 in
Width78.5 in (best)78 in
Height68.3 in72.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMazda CX-903.3 Turbo SelectToyota 4RunnerSR5
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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.

TrimMazda CX-90Toyota 4Runner
1

3.3 Turbo Select

$39,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SR5

$41,570 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

3.3 Turbo Preferred

$43,450 MSRP

SR5

$43,570 MSRP

3

3.3 Turbo Premium Sport

$47,480 MSRP

TRD Sport

$48,050 MSRP

4

3.3 Turbo Premium Plus

$50,270 MSRP

TRD Sport

$50,050 MSRP

5

PHEV Preferred

$50,695 MSRP

TRD Off-Road

$49,990 MSRP

6

3.3 Turbo S Premium Sport

$54,140 MSRP

TRD Off-Road

$52,790 MSRP

7

PHEV Premium Sport

$55,500 MSRP

TRD Sport Premium

$53,410 MSRP

8

3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus

$57,570 MSRP

TRD Sport Premium

$55,410 MSRP

9

PHEV Premium Plus

$58,700 MSRP

TRD Off-Road Premium

$55,770 MSRP

10

TRD Off-Road Premium

$58,570 MSRP

11

Limited

$56,200 MSRP

12

Limited

$58,200 MSRP

13

Limited

$61,000 MSRP

14

Platinum

$63,660 MSRP

15

Trailhunter

$67,700 MSRP

16

TRD Pro

$67,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Mazda CX-90 vs Toyota 4Runner FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mazda CX-90 vs 2026 Toyota 4Runner on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mazda CX-90 starts lower at $39,300. Live Mazda CX-90 listings start at $23,995. Live Toyota 4Runner listings start at $12,980.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on horsepower in this comparison (340).
Which has better seats: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
The 2026 Toyota 4Runner leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Mazda CX-90 vs 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-90 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Toyota 4Runner (4/5 NHTSA overall).