Both the Mazda CX-50 and the Toyota RAV4 are phenomenal adventure companions. If you had to take one home, which model should you choose? The Mazda SUV is a better fit for Westwood car shoppers who want improved off-road capabilities and elevated cabin amenities without upgrades. Learn more below with Ira Mazda.

2025 MAZDA CX-50 vs. 2025 Toyota RAV4: Off-Road Readiness

These models are built to handle your drives on and off the road. However, the new Mazda CX-50 offers more off-road-enhancing features at the beginning of its lineup, whereas the RAV4 requires additional upgrades. 2 of these features are:

• All-Wheel Drive (AWD): Every MAZDA CX-50 trim level is equipped with the brand-exclusive i-ACTIV AWD® system as standard. That said, you will have better control on and off the streets of Boston when you’re inside this model. The Toyota SUV, on the other hand, comes with standard front-wheel drive and offers AWD as an option that you can pay more for.

• Drive Modes: Similarly, the Mazda vehicle also has the Mazda Intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive) technology, which features drive modes for optimized responsiveness and traction. This system features 3 standard drive modes: Normal, Sport, and Off-Road. As for the RAV4, it comes standard with Sport, Eco, and Normal drive modes. You will need to upgrade to enjoy its other modes that are ideal for off-roading, like MUD & SAND, ROCK & DIRT, and TRAIL.

2025 MAZDA CX-50 vs. 2025 Toyota RAV4: Interior Features

Besides providing you with more standard off-roading features, the new Mazda CX-50 also provides you with more premium interior amenities as standard. Take a look at some examples below and see how the Mazda CX-50 will transform your travels around Braintree:

2025 MAZDA CX-50 Standard Interior Amenities 

• Half leatherette-trimmed seats
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Leather-wrapped gear selector
• Dual-zone automatic climate control with pollen filter
• 10.25-inch full-color display
• 8-speaker audio system

2025 Toyota RAV4 Standard Interior Features

• Fabric-trimmed seats
• Climate control system with dust and pollen filter and rear-seat vents
• 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia
• Si6 speakers

Experience the MAZDA CX-50 at Ira Mazda

To admire everything this Mazda model has to offer, visit our showroom in Westwood for a test drive. In the meantime, explore how the hybrid reiterations of these lineups compare if you value eco-conscious drives.