Car Price Comparison
Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9

On this site: compare the Toyota Highlander and Mazda CX-9 in terms of:

On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Toyota Highlander and Mazda CX-9. Including:

Toyota Highlander exterior Mazda CX-9 exterior Toyota Highlander interior Mazda CX-9 interior
Toyota Highlander exterior Mazda CX-9 exterior Toyota Highlander interior Mazda CX-9 interior

Specifications Comparison
Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9

Model Year20102010
ModelHighlanderCX-9
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase109.8113.2
Length188.4200.2
Width75.276.2
Height68.168.0
Curb Weight41784546
Fuel Capacity19.220.1
R1 Headroom40.639.6
R1 Shoulder Room59.759.4
R1 Hip Room56.756.5
R1 Legroom43.240.9
R2 Headroom40.139.0
R2 Shoulder Room59.558.7
R2 Hip Room56.556.0
R2 Legroom38.339.8
R3 Headroom36.335.4
R3 Shoulder Room55.056.9
R3 Hip Room42.343.7
R3 Legroom29.232.4
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
10.317.2
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
42.348.3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
95.4100.7
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Model Year20102010
ModelHighlanderCX-9
TrimLimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price$33,070$32,645
AWD$1,450$1,400
Cargo mat $77
Extra Value Package 8$3,400 
Floormats$275 
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. $2,255
Navigation system $1,665
Power liftgate $400
Remote start$529$350
Roof rack $250
Satellite radio$449 
Total options$6,103$6,397
Destination$800$750
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Price$39,973$39,792
Lowest Net Price CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV
Difference$181
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Invoice Comparison : Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9

Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.

Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices.
Model Year20102010
ModelHighlanderCX-9
TrimLimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Invoice$29,762$30,206
AWD$1,305$1,291
Cargo mat $61
Extra Value Package 8$3,060 
Floormats$180 
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. $1,939
Navigation system $1,432
Power liftgate $344
Remote start$380$280
Roof rack $200
Satellite radio$359 
Total options$5,284$5,547
Destination$800$750
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Invoice$35,846$36,503
Lowest Net Invoice Highlander Limited 4dr SUV
Difference$657
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Feature Comparison : Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9

Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses

These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.

In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you.
Model Year20102010
ModelHighlanderCX-9
TrimLimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine270hp V6273hp V6
TransmissionT5 ($1000)T6 ($1100)
DrivetrainAWD ($1700)AWD ($1700)
EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway)17 / 2315 / 21
Tires (rear if not equal)245/55-19245/50-20
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9277, 10
Accessories  
Remote window/roof operation ($50)Not incl.Standard
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
Blind spot warning system ($200)Not incl.Standard
Compact spare tire ($75)Not incl.Standard
Full-size spare tire ($225)StandardNot incl.
Hill descent control ($250)PackageNot incl.
Knee bag, driver ($100)StandardNot incl.
Cargo Management  
Cargo cover ($75)StandardNot incl.
Liftglass or separately opening upper tailgate ($150)StandardNot incl.
Overhead sunglass holder ($25)Not incl.Standard
Removable second-row console ($200)StandardNot incl.
Roof rack ($300)Not incl.Option
Roof rails ($250)StandardNot incl.
Climate Control and Infotainment  
CD changer, in-dash ($325)StandardNot incl.
CD player ($125)Not incl.Standard
Rain-sensing wipers ($175)Not incl.Standard
Rear air vents with automatic controls ($250)StandardNot incl.
Rear air vents with manual controls ($150)Not incl.Standard
Surround sound ($100)Not incl.Package
Traffic information system ($200)Not incl.Package
Variable intermittent wipers ($75)StandardNot incl.
Wiper de-icer ($25)StandardNot incl.
Exterior  
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) ($250)Not incl.Standard
Bright exhaust tip(s) ($50)Not incl.Standard
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Conversation mirror ($25)StandardNot incl.
Interior ambient lighting ($150)Not incl.Standard
Trip computer ($150)StandardNot incl.
Turn signals on or near mirrors ($25)Not incl.Standard
Xenon HID headlights ($500)Not incl.Standard
Seats and Interior Trim  
Door sill trim plates ($100)StandardNot incl.
Leather seating surfaces, third row seats ($300)StandardNot incl.
Memory system, driver first row ($200)Not incl.Standard
Power thigh support, driver first row ($100)StandardNot incl.
Stowable center seat second row ($150)StandardNot incl.
Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total.-$75-$0
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9

These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison.
Model Year20102010
ModelHighlanderCX-9
TrimLimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Net Price (from Price table)$39,973$39,792
Adjustment (from Feature table)-$75-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Price$39,898$39,792
Net Invoice (from Invoice table)$35,846$36,503
Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices.-$67-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Invoice$35,779$36,503
Lowest Adjusted Price CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Price Difference$106
Lowest Adjusted Invoice Highlander Limited 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Invoice Difference$724
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Notes

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.

Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.

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