Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium vs Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium 6.5 s Runner-up: 7.4 s
Power winner Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium 340 hp Runner-up: 243 hp
Cargo winner Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD 456 L Runner-up: 400 L
Price winner Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD $47,915 Runner-up: $48,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium against the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 7.4 seconds for 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed output at 340 hp; 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD is rated at 243 hp, a difference of 97 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium at 500 Nm and 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD at 394 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 456 litres versus 400 litres, a difference of 56 litres. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium carries the higher towing rating at 2,268 kg, while 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD is listed at 1,588 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is 133 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD has the lower listed starting price at $47,915, compared with $48,000 for 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s7.4 s
Top Speed210 km/h180 km/h
Power340 hp243 hp
Torque500 Nm394 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank68 L65 L
Efficiency9.8 L/100km6.3 L/100km
CO2 Emissions224 g/km143 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,099 mm4,966 mm
Ground Clearance201 mm203 mm
Cargo400 L456 L
Curb Weight2,100 kg2,010 kg
Towing2,268 kg1,588 kg
Seats88
Turning Circle12.0 m11.8 m
Starting MSRP$48,000$47,915

Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium vs Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 7.4 seconds for 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has more power at 340 hp, a 97 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD has more listed cargo space at 456 litres (16.1 cu ft), versus 400 litres (14.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,268 kg (5,000 lb), compared with 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is heavier at 2,100 kg (4,630 lb), while 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD is listed at 2,010 kg (4,431 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $47,915 USD, compared with $48,000 USD for 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.