Mazda CX-90 vs. Toyota Grand Highlander
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda CX-90 and Toyota Grand Highlander contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mazda CX-90 and the Toyota Grand Highlander.
When we compare the Mazda CX-90's and the Toyota Grand Highlander's specifications and ratings, the Mazda CX-90 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Toyota Grand Highlander has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mazda CX-90's and the Toyota Grand Highlander's specifications and ratings, the Mazda CX-90 is a better car than the Toyota Grand Highlander.
Pricing: A used 2024 Mazda CX-90 ranges from $37,294 to $54,996 while a used 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is priced between $44,899 to $57,974. For a new model, the Mazda CX-90's price is between $41,212 and $61,316, with the Toyota Grand Highlander priced between $46,178 and $58,640.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda CX-90 loses 42.9 percent of its value and the Toyota Grand Highlander loses 34.5 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Grand Highlander retains 8.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mazda CX-90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda CX-90’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the Toyota Grand Highlander base engine makes 265 horsepower. The CX-90 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The Grand Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 498 miles. This gives the Mazda CX-90 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Grand Highlander. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Toyota Grand Highlander has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mazda CX-90 and Toyota Grand Highlander are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Mazda CX-90 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
41212 - 61316
Starting MSRP:
37845
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
37697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43320
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
46178 - 58640
Starting MSRP:
43320
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
37697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43320
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
44980
Price Range:
37294 - 54996
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
47563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
40678 - 66020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
877
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
23522
# Good or Great Deals:
334
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
50845
Price Range:
44899 - 57974
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
47563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
40678 - 66020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
706
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
23977
# Good or Great Deals:
243
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
16549
Depreciation %:
0.43727097
Resale Value $:
21296
Residual Value %:
0.5627290300000001
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.4631145
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.27538997 - 0.53491193
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
15136
Depreciation %:
0.34939662
Resale Value $:
28184
Residual Value %:
0.65060338
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.4631145
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.27538997 - 0.53491193
Mazda CX-90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.83191 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Grand Highlander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.356204 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda CX-90
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Grand Highlander
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.59004254584357
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.7975941247470653
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Mazda CX-90 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
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43 out of / 67Toyota Grand Highlander Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 34Ranking
3 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
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9 out of / 34Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
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14 out of / 34Ranking
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24 out of / 67Ranking
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27 out of / 34Ranking
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54 out of / 56Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda CX-90 Trim Levels
3.3 Turbo Preferred, 3.3 Turbo Preferred Plus, 3.3 Turbo Premium, 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus, 3.3 Turbo S, 3.3 Turbo S Premium, 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus, 3.3 Turbo Select
Toyota Grand Highlander Trim Levels
Limited, Platinum, XLE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
332 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
374 / 498 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
156.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
173.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4709 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
201.6 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4300 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
72.1 inches
Length:
201.4 inches
Wheelbase:
116.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/65R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Jet Black Mica
Blue
Deep Crystal Blue Mica
White
Rhodium White Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Blueprint / Storm Cloud
White
Coastal Cream / Wind Chill Pearl
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray
