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Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9
On this site: compare the Toyota Highlander and Mazda CX-9 in terms of:
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Toyota Highlander and Mazda CX-9. Including:
- Price Comparison
- Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
- TrueDelta Car Value Comparison
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- Dealer Price Quotes
Specifications Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Highlander | CX-9 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 | 113.2 |
| Length | 188.4 | 200.2 |
| Width | 75.2 | 76.2 |
| Height | 68.1 | 68.0 |
| Curb Weight | 4178 | 4546 |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 | 20.1 |
| R1 Headroom | 40.6 | 39.6 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 59.7 | 59.4 |
| R1 Hip Room | 56.7 | 56.5 |
| R1 Legroom | 43.2 | 40.9 |
| R2 Headroom | 40.1 | 39.0 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 59.5 | 58.7 |
| R2 Hip Room | 56.5 | 56.0 |
| R2 Legroom | 38.3 | 39.8 |
| R3 Headroom | 36.3 | 35.4 |
| R3 Shoulder Room | 55.0 | 56.9 |
| R3 Hip Room | 42.3 | 43.7 |
| R3 Legroom | 29.2 | 32.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 | 17.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 | 48.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 | 100.7 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9The 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. | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Highlander | CX-9 |
| Trim | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $33,220 | $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 | $40,123 | $39,792 |
| Lowest Net Price | CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $331 | |
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Invoice Comparison : Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9Dealer 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 Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Highlander | CX-9 |
| Trim | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Invoice | $29,897 | $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 | $35,981 | $36,503 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | Highlander Limited 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $522 | |
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Feature Comparison : Toyota Highlander vs. Mazda CX-9Adjusts 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 Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Highlander | CX-9 |
| Trim | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 270hp V6 | 273hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 ($1000) | T6 ($1100) |
| Drivetrain | AWD ($1700) | AWD ($1700) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 17 / 23 | 15 / 21 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 245/55-19 | 245/50-20 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 277, 10 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation ($50) |  |  |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system ($200) | | |
| Compact spare tire ($75) | | |
| Full-size spare tire ($225) | | |
| Hill descent control ($250) |  | |
| Knee bag, driver ($100) | | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover ($75) | | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate ($150) | | |
| Overhead sunglass holder ($25) | | |
| Removable second-row console ($200) | | |
| Roof rack ($300) | |  |
| Roof rails ($250) | | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash ($325) | | |
| CD player ($125) | | |
| Rain-sensing wipers ($175) | | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls ($250) | | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls ($150) | | |
| Surround sound ($100) | | |
| Traffic information system ($200) | | |
| Variable intermittent wipers ($75) | | |
| Wiper de-icer ($25) | | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) ($250) | | |
| Bright exhaust tip(s) ($50) | | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Conversation mirror ($25) | | |
| Interior ambient lighting ($150) | | |
| Trip computer ($150) | | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors ($25) | | |
| Xenon HID headlights ($500) | | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates ($100) | | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats ($300) | | |
| Memory system, driver first row ($200) | | |
| Power thigh support, driver first row ($100) | | |
| Stowable center seat second row ($150) | | |
| 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-9These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Highlander | CX-9 |
| Trim | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $40,123 | $39,792 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$75 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $40,048 | $39,792 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $35,981 | $36,503 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$67 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $35,914 | $36,503 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price | CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $256 | |
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice | Highlander Limited 4dr SUV | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $589 | |
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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 include 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.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.
