2023 MAZDA CX-9 vs. 2023 Toyota Highlander

2023 Mazda CX-9
2023 MAZDA CX-9

vs.

2023 Toyota Highlander
SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 Dynamic Pressure Turbo

Base Engine

2.4L turbo 4-cylinder
20 mpg city/26 mpg highway*

Combined MPG

22 mpg city/29 mpg highway
Standard

AWD

Available
Yes

Standard Smartphone Integration

Yes
Yes

Standard Proximity Key

No
3

Rows of Seating

3

Are you looking to upgrade your ride in Richmond? If you’re shopping for a new SUV, you might be considering the Mazda CX-9 from Whitten Brothers Mazda or the Toyota Highlander.

Both offer a variety of connectivity features and comforts, but after you’ve compared the Mazda CX-9 vs. Toyota Highlander, we’re confident you’ll want to take the new Mazda CX-9 for a spin. Read on to learn more about the Mazda CX-9 vs. Highlander and how they compare in terms of performance, technologies and other features.

MAZDA CX-9 vs. Highlander: Performance Specs

Having plenty of power under the hood is important if you’re searching for an SUV, but if you’re like most Fredericksburg drivers, you probably want good gas mileage. The Mazda CX-9 comes equipped with all-wheel drive, while the Toyota Highlander is offered with all-wheel drive as an option. Both offer similar levels of fuel efficiency, but you’ll get greater traction control right from the start from the Mazda CX-9.

2023 MAZDA CX-9

  • Engine: SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 Dynamic Pressure Turbo
  • Fuel Economy (City/Highway): 20/26 mpg*

2023 Toyota Highlander

  • Engine: 2.4L turbo 4-cylinder
  • Fuel Economy (City/Highway): 22/29 mpg

MAZDA CX-9 vs. Highlander: Interior Features

When it comes to interior features, the Mazda CX-9 and Highlander offer many of the same features. In either SUV, you’ll find plenty of amenities that were designed to make commuting more comfortable. When you compare the Mazda CX-9 vs. Highlander, you’ll notice that only the Mazda CX-9 comes standard with these features:

  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Leather/metal-look gear shift knob trim
  • Heated front seats
  • Compass
  • Carpeted front and rear floor mats
  • Aux port

MAZDA CX-9 vs. Highlander: Technology Features

The Mazda CX-9 and Highlander come equipped with technologies like Bluetooth® connectivity, voice recognition, a 6-speaker audio system, and more. When you compare the Mazda CX-9 and Highlander, though, you’ll notice that the new Mazda CX-9 comes standard with a handful of features that aren’t available on the base-level Highlander. Some of these features include the following:

  • Wireless charger
  • Blind spot monitoring system
  • Keyless access system

Compare the MAZDA CX-9 vs. Highlander at Whitten Brothers Mazda Today!

Explore our full lineup of Mazda CX-9 SUVs at Whitten Brothers Mazda. We’ll help you choose the right trim level, color, and feature selection that’s right for your Chester drives.

Contact us online or call us at 804-893-4775 to schedule a test drive in Richmond, VA. Compare more Mazda models by checking out our Mazda research hub.

 

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