2024 Mazda CX-50 / 2024 Toyota RAV4 Comparison

2024 Mazda CX-50 Compared to the 2024 Toyota RAV4 

Driving a crossover SUV doesn’t have to be a one-dimensional experience when a mid-Michigan customer chooses the 2024 Mazda CX-50. Combining dependability and accessible luxury, every moment behind the wheel of the vehicle is one full of thrilling experiences. How does the 2024 Mazda CX-50 compare with the 2024 Toyota RAV4? The Mazda offers the advantage of AWD handling on every model, while the Toyota lacks this versatility on some of its crossover SUV model range. Inside the CX-50, occupants will appreciate the attention to an upscale cruising excellence that helps further set the Mazda apart from its Toyota counterpart.  

Performance 
 

Both the 2024 Mazda CX-50 and the 2024 Toyota RAV4 offer drivers a satisfying level of performance that is perfect for modern Central Michigan traveling. The CX-50 is equipped with a standard 2.5L SKYACTIV®-G four-cylinder engine that delivers 187 horsepower, while the Toyota RAV4 is equipped with its own 2.5L four-cylinder engine that generates 203 horsepower. Those looking for even more power do have the option to pick a CX-50 with the turbocharged version of the engine to experience 256 horsepower. A six-speed automatic is found in the Mazda, while an eight-speed automatic is found in the Toyota. One significant advantage that every CX-50 has over the RAV4 is its dependable i-Activ® AWD platform. When compared to the standard FWD platform that the RAV4 is fitted with, drivers of the Mazda have more consistent handling performance throughout the year.  

Interior Features 
 

Mazda caters to the discerning modern needs of Michigan drivers and their families throughout the year with the CX-50. Accessible luxury through higher-end materials and well-bolstered seating offers an inviting cruising experience when compared to the conventional ride of the RAV4. One noteworthy standard inclusion in the CX-50 that offers more versatile comfort than in the RAV4 is its automatic dual-zone climate-control system. This is a much more exciting inclusion than the manual system found in the baseline RAV4. Both vehicles are equipped with extensive multimedia systems that contain plenty of entertaining and convenient content. Bluetooth®, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay offer compatible smartphone connectivity. They also share integrated Wi-Fi® hotspots for consistent Internet connectivity throughout Michigan.  

 
Safety Features 

Both the Mazda CX-50 and the Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a wide array of standard driver-assistance technology for everyday city travel and highway cruising reliability. These include Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection and Forward Collision Warning capability. They also share Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Departure Warning functionality. For long trips on the highway, standard Adaptive Cruise Control offers less tiring travel for drivers by handling the speed-related elements of the experience for them. Where the CX-50 shines over its Toyota competitor is the standard AWD platform that it comes with. When compared to the standard FWD handling of the RAV4, drivers of the Mazda will find they have more consistent all-season maneuverability that they can trust.  

Shop for a 2024 Mazda CX-50 Today at Thelen Mazda in Bay City, MI 

Thelen Mazda is here to help you make the dream of owning a luxurious and vibrant crossover SUV like the 2024 Mazda CX-50 a reality. Visit our Bay City dealership today and ask a member of our sales team to provide you with more information about the CX-50. For discerning Central Michigan drivers in communities such as Midland, Mt. Pleasant, and Saginaw, see why Thelen Mazda is their preferred destination for vehicle shopping.