Car Comparison

2024 Toyota RAV4 vs 2024 Mazda CX-5

Verdict
2024 Toyota RAV4 vs 2024 Mazda CX-5: 2024 Toyota RAV4 is more powerful

Head-to-head specifications

Metric2024 Toyota RAV42024 Mazda CX-5Difference
Horsepower203187+8.6%
Economy (mpg/MPGe)3028+7.1%
0-60 mph (s)8.08.1
Seats55
Price (USD)$28,675$29,300-2.1%
  • 2024 Toyota RAV4 makes about 9% more power. 2024 Toyota RAV4 is more economical.

Verdict: Toyota RAV4 or Mazda CX-5?

Our recommendation
2024 Toyota RAV4 is the clearly stronger overall choice, winning most of the dimensions that matter.

2024 Toyota RAV4 advantages

  • Power (+8%)
  • Fuel efficiency (+7%)

2024 Mazda CX-5 advantages

  • No decisive advantage on the tracked metrics.

Which should you choose?

  • Choose the 2024 Toyota RAV4 if you want stronger performance.
  • Choose the 2024 Toyota RAV4 if low running costs matter most.

Value for money

2024 Toyota RAV4 delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.

2024 Toyota RAV4 vs 2024 Mazda CX-5: which should you choose?

2024 Toyota RAV4 — petrol suv with about 203 hp, 30 mpg combined, 8s 0-60 mph and a starting price near $28,675.

2024 Mazda CX-5 — petrol suv with about 187 hp, 28 mpg combined, 8.1s 0-60 mph and a starting price near $29,300.

2024 Toyota RAV4 vs 2024 Mazda CX-5: 2024 Toyota RAV4 is more powerful. 2024 Toyota RAV4 makes about 9% more power. 2024 Toyota RAV4 is more economical.

Performance

The 2024 Toyota RAV4 is the more powerful (203 hp vs 187 hp) and reaches 60 mph in about 8.0s versus 8.1s.

Running costs

The 2024 Toyota RAV4 is more efficient at 30 combined, which adds up over the years you own it. Seating is 5 versus 5.

Price and value

The 2024 Toyota RAV4 starts lower at about $28,675. Factor in insurance, fuel/charging and resale, not just the sticker price.

The verdict

Both are credible choices in the car comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Toyota RAV4 better than the 2024 Mazda CX-5?

2024 Toyota RAV4 is the clearly stronger overall choice, winning most of the dimensions that matter. 2024 Toyota RAV4 makes about 9% more power. 2024 Toyota RAV4 is more economical.

What is the main difference between the 2024 Toyota RAV4 and the 2024 Mazda CX-5?

2024 Toyota RAV4 makes about 9% more power. 2024 Toyota RAV4 is more economical.

Which is better value?

2024 Toyota RAV4 delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.

Which should I choose?

Choose the 2024 Toyota RAV4 if you want stronger performance. Choose the 2024 Toyota RAV4 if low running costs matter most.

Methodology

Vehicles are compared on manufacturer horsepower, combined fuel economy (mpg for combustion, MPGe for electric), 0-60 mph time, seating and starting price. Figures are indicative trims.

MC
Marcus Chen
Hardware & Product Analyst

Marcus benchmarks processors, GPUs, phones and vehicles and maintains normalized performance databases.

MSc Computer Engineering10+ years review experience
✓ Reviewed by Priya Nair, Data Quality Reviewer.
Last updated 2026-03-30
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