2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid vs 2026 Mazda CX-70

$44,210 · Crossover

$42,250 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant divergence between the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid (car1) and the 2026 Mazda CX-70 (car2) is fuel economy, featuring an 11 MPG gap in combined EPA ratings (36 MPG for the Toyota versus 25 MPG for the Mazda). Despite this efficiency lead, the Mazda delivers substantially higher performance metrics, boasting 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque compared to the Toyota’s 245 hp. Priced at $42,250, the CX-70 undercuts the Grand Highlander Hybrid’s $44,210 MSRP by $1,960. However, the Toyota offers superior utility in one key area, providing 37 MPG city driving, while the Mazda offers considerably more cargo space with 39.6 cu ft versus the Toyota’s 20.6 cu ft behind the third row. The transmission choice also separates them: the Toyota uses a CVT automatic, whereas the Mazda employs a conventional 8-speed shiftable automatic.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

The 2025 Grand Highlander Hybrid wins for commuters due to its vastly superior 36 combined MPG rating.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Mazda CX-70

The 2026 CX-70 offers significantly more practical storage, featuring 39.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to car1's 20.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Mazda CX-70

The 2026 CX-70 provides superior driving dynamics with 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2026 Mazda CX-70

The 2026 CX-70 is the better value proposition, priced $1,960 lower than car1 while offering higher peak horsepower.

Choose the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid if...

Your primary concern is maximizing fuel efficiency, achieving 37 MPG in city driving.
You require the greater overall height of 72.1 inches for interior headroom or clearance.
You prefer the predictable efficiency of a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission.

Choose the Mazda CX-70 if...

You prioritize acceleration, as the CX-70 offers 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque.
You need the maximum utility offered by its 39.6 cu ft cargo capacity.
You are looking for the lowest initial purchase price at $42,250.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid	Mazda CX-70
Length	201.4"	200.8"
Width	78.3"	-
Height	72.1"	68.2"
Wheelbase	116.1"	122.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	—
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Automatic Headlights	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Daytime Running Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	3.3 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 6
Base Engine Type	hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	245 hp @ 6000 rpm	280 hp @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Torque	—	332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm

Drive Train

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	37/34 MPG	24/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	36 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	636.4/584.8 mi.	444.0/518.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.2 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	8
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Front Head Room	41.5 in.	39.7 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.2 in.	59.2 in.
Front Hip Room	56.5 in.	56.2 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Rear Head Room	40.2 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.5 in.	39.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.8 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.0 in.	55.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/65R18	275/45R21
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	21 x 9.5 in.
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Toyota	Mazda
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	2 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 25000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid and 2026 Mazda CX-70.

What is the main operational cost difference between the Grand Highlander Hybrid and the CX-70?

The 2025 Grand Highlander Hybrid has a significant operational cost advantage, achieving 36 combined MPG compared to the 2026 CX-70's 25 combined MPG, resulting in less frequent fueling stops over time.

Which crossover provides better performance metrics?

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is the superior performer, generating 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, exceeding the Toyota's 245 horsepower.

How does the cargo space compare for hauling luggage?

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is significantly better equipped for cargo, offering 39.6 cu ft of capacity, which is nearly double the 20.6 cu ft available in the 2025 Grand Highlander Hybrid.

Are both vehicles comparable in exterior footprint?

Their footprints are similar; the Toyota is slightly longer at 201.4 inches versus the Mazda's 200.8 inches, but the Toyota is substantially taller at 72.1 inches versus the Mazda's 68.2 inches.

Which vehicle has the lower Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)?

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is listed at $42,250, making it $1,960 cheaper than the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, which starts at $44,210.

What distinguishes their drivetrain technology?

The Toyota utilizes a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) paired with its hybrid system for efficiency, while the Mazda employs a more traditional 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission for its higher-output engine.