2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid || 3-Row Hybrid SUV Comparison

[@Larry-Hi]

I just purchased a 2023 CX-30 based on your reviews and the vehicle is everything you highlighted about the suv. It drives very well, excellent acceleration, handling, ride, and quiet interior. Love the inside layout and quality of materials. Thank you Shari for your great work, love your content and videos.

[@carhelpcorner]

Thank you for sharing! I hope you enjoy it 😊

[@islanddon865]

Congrats. Mazda makes a great car. Owned and sold many. I know you'll love it.

[@PierreAllard-ci9wb]

Yes, it's right, the fuel consumption of the CX-90 is 9.5 l/100 when the battery is completely empty. But the electric motor works in the parallel mode and still helps the petrol engine (much like the F150 PowerBoost works). Driving a CX-90 during 50 km from an empty battery, cruise control at 110 km/h, i got a fuel consumption of 7.9. I don't know what to think anymore...

[@p.a.93]

Or, what is the mileage with full battery over a full tank in mixed mode? It has to be below 7.9 ...

[@PierreAllard-ci9wb]

Yes of course. When you drive in full electric mode, you do not use fuel at all... @@p.a.93

[@p.a.93]

@@PierreAllard-ci9wb so what mileage do you get with one charge over a full tank? Like leave home for a road trip and gassing up 4-5 hous later....

[@PierreAllard-ci9wb]

Unfortunately I cannot answer this question because I did a 60 km test drive. By the way, I had the chance to get my hands on a 2023 Highlander XLE Hybrid, so I bought it. Why? The performance delivered by Toyota is well known and there is a gray area with Mazda. The short tests I was able to do were encouraging, but I still had some doubts... If the Toyoya would not have been available, most likely I would have taken the CX-90

[@andrewbabich5138]

Great video. I went highlander. Love mazda and enjoy driving them more then toyota. But I like maintaining a toyota more. It's easier

[@edj5532]

FYI.. our family has the 2021 Toyota prime RAV4 and our electric range is an awesome 53 miles. Yes, not the 42 miles advertised but we average 52-53 miles during the summer months and 49-50 miles during the colder months in the SF Bay Area. A true value….

[@mareksambora9933]

looking at other reviews I was convinced that the Mazda CX 90 is better. than Highlander. Hybrid. I've got sienna hybryd. After watching this video, however, I'm not going to part with my sienna. It's cheaper and I like it better. For me, mileage is more important than how it looks on the inside.

[@johncheung1278]

Sienna cheaper, really?

[@richardsimms251]

Great video

[@thewannabe2121]

I like the CX90 Phev

[@maaike3259]

26 EV miles on the Mazda is pretty disappointing for the price. I owned a RAV4 Prime and I averaged 50-53 EV miles living in FL (generally using AC). I do drive a little more conservatively and don’t stomp the brakes and throttle. The RAv4 had an impressive amount of HP as well, at 302! In some ways that was kind of wasted on an SUV however since it didn’t handle as well as the speeds it could get up to. As much I we liked it, we ultimately traded it in because it was too small for my family of 5. We are road trippers and 3 boys on one bench seat was a disaster. We traded it for a Pacifica PHEV. I average 38 EV miles but definitely concerned about long term reliability. Would LOVE it if Toyota creates a Prime Sienna!!

[@jsfbay1]

Neither, I'd probably get the Toyota Grand Highlander in one of the two hybrids. Though if I really didn't need the extra room, I'd go for the tried and proven Highlander.

[@doseofdoug8871]

Great review.. thank you..

[@joey86bu1]

This is gonna be good.

[@calenpope9787]

It seems misleading to compare MPG of the Highlander in hybrid mode vs. the CX-90 in completely battery-depleted mode. the 25 MPG number only applies when the Mazda is forced to run the engine at all times when/because the battery is empty (that's not equivalent to the Toyota's hybrid operation).

[@carhelpcorner]

This is why I added the CX-90 only has the advantage if you charge it regularly. If you drive over 100km/60 miles without charging then the Highlander becomes more efficient.

[@mycoyz8416]

@@carhelpcorner what is the real MPG of the cx90 without plugin, e.g. 500 miles long trip, just in the normal hybrid mode?

[@calenpope9787]

@@carhelpcorner that's true but my point is that this fact is largely irrelevant when you consider how people actually use these vehicles. Most people with Plug-in vehicles plug them in at night. Most folks don't drive more than 60 miles in a day. Why compare the worst-case, non-typical scenario of the Mazda to the every-day scenario of the Toyota? It's apples to oranges.

[@sanjuds1]

@calenpope9787 : so true , perfect answer

[@retgi1]

@@carhelpcorner The cx90 battery is never depleted.. It always keeps 20% in reserve for hybrid mode!

[@supersaiyanhair]

i went to Mitsubishi Outlander 2023 PHEV instead, much better than the CX90 in terms of EV range.

[@Nomankhan-bx8rb]

Hi.which suv seats comfortable for long drive Thanks

[@WoeKarDech]

I would go for Toyota 10 out of 10. ❤

[@bryanbrown1229]

$60,000…..nada $42 out the door base trim because it is a work vehicle Thanks for input on leasing but like I said it works for the misses and I’m ok with that have a good one!👍🏻

[@googoo-gjoob]

2 very nice *CUVs*

[@KAIHTSAI]

can you make a comparison between Lexus NX or Rx hybrid and Lexus PHEV? thank you.

[@greatestlover9180]

Is it bulletproof?

[@willknott4796]

Beware of the Highlander. Looking to get rid of my wifes 2021 Highlander platinum because of the electrical issues it has and the dealers act like they can’t fix.

[@subashcheekoori]

Hi 2 weeks back i purchased 2023 highlander front wheel drive. It has snow button. I stay in michigan. My friend said we need all wheel drive in michigan. Awd is mandatory for snow or fwd with snow mode is enough plz sugges

[@pazicjr]

1 year late, but more important than AWD, you need good winter tires that grip the road.

[@Nepalisentu]

Highlander hybrid everyday

[@Holyheart1]

Yes but can't get them

[@robmorrill1]

I've owned the 2017 hybrid highlander and now, and, unfortunately, the xc90. Ride is rough, second row room is short, sensors are terrible. See other renews for confirmation.

[@meshark_t]

Why not compassion cx90 and grand highlander then.

[@theexpert1825]

Mazda seats are hard

[@bradw.3981]

Highlander, hands down. 35mpg smoother ride.

[@DovidSal]

It quite does not make much sense to me to acquire this vehicle from the standpoint of being Hybrid. I do not see as a successful innovation the charging feature, I quite do not see its advantage, Why other manufacturers haven't done it? I do not see the market moving in this direction...

[@dustinpollard8907]

I factory ordered a 2023 nissan senrra SR premium on the 10th of June. Anyone know how much longer i might have to wait until i can pick it up from the dealer? Im in Canada, Ontario btw

[@mycoyz8416]

25MPG in hybrid mode? that is very bad, the non-hybrid model could also gets that

[@Solarsystem50]

Nice cars, but if you have a logical mind, the Hybrid Minivans are much better solutions to any need.

[@mbenton6]

Dude ain't no comparing these 2. Mazda should be compared to acura or BMW not no damn hybrid

[@contagi921]

Highlanders are taxis here in the UAE. Lol

[@Lionelandaya]

It means they are absolutely reliable..

[@contagi921]

@@Lionelandaya It means u don't want to be mistaken driving a taxi

[@Lionelandaya]

Well.. here in canada, some used it for uber.. our 2022 highlander is used for family and personal vihecle..

[@Lionelandaya]

Whats wrong with highlanders for taxis? Even tesla they use it now for taxi..

[@billyrock8305]

Both far too large and not practical for city driving. Sadly, both are grossly overpriced. You will not “ save money” spending $60,000 on any Automobile in fact you will lose alot of money in the long run. But remember, no one was ever fired or divorced for buying a Toyota! 😊

[@zenon3021]

the highlander is 195 inches, about the size of a large sedan...

[@billyrock8305]

@@zenon3021 Exactly. What a waste.

[@bryanbrown1229]

We leased A2024 Mazda cx90phev $7500 rebate, $500 customer loyalty $8000 off the price love it

[@billyrock8305]

@@bryanbrown1229 Leasing is the absolute dumbest financing method for new motor vehicle acquisition. You’re basically throwing money away. Massive asset depreciation, huge opportunity cost, plus high interest costs. Why? To impress a total stranger at a stoplight? The lessee (that’s you) has to make monthly payments until the lease term is up. Then you hand the keys back over to the lessor. Leasing is a complete rip-off. In fact, leasing is “fleecing” because getting “fleeced” means getting taken advantage of financially. Car leases are an extremely expensive way to gain access to a vehicle, they are a "rip-off" because you end up getting charged a high effective interest rate that isn't disclosed upfront since leases aren't considered debt. Car leases can be extremely problematic as you often get hit with high fees for going over the mileage limit or wear and tear on the vehicle. You'll also end up making payments for years with nothing to show for it in the end, unless you buy out the lease -- which can be very expensive. Paying cash for a car or even financing it with a low interest loan that has a short payoff period can be a far better approach in the long run. Priceless.

[@bryanbrown1229]

We use our cars a lot and leasing works for us it’s a portable office for my my wife and it has to be ready all the time to go. 35-45 thousand miles a year I won’t have her out on the road with a p.o.s. Business vehicle!!

[@manuelnoriega5364]

Mazda sounds not so fuel efficient