2023 Toyota Venza vs 2023 Mazda CX-50


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2023 Toyota Venza vs 2023 Mazda CX-50

The 2023 Toyota Venza brings a more refined air to compact SUVs. How does it stand out against the 2023 Mazda CX50? Keep scrolling.

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6 Reasons to Test Drive the Toyota Venza vs Mazda CX50


With the way gas prices are going, it seems only logical to start your search with a good hybrid SUV. The 2023 Toyota Venza challenges many rivals, including the similarly sized 2023 Mazda CX 50.

  1. Spacious and Gracious

    Sized similarly to the Mazda CX-50, the Toyota Venza challenges what consumers expect in an affordable SUV. Somewhat kin to the luxury Lexus brand, Venza have high quality materials on every surface. The seats are cushy and comfortable. Rear seat passengers enjoy ample legroom and headroom.

    Leaning into its upscale design, the Venza’s cabin is handsome, stylish and well-constructed. This gives it the polished look of a much more expensive vehicle. Ambient lighting is standard.

    Noise intervention technologies and insulation are on board to keep road noise quiet. This includes an expansive silencer pad for the floor, extra padding for the headliner, targeted insulation for the tires, and an acoustic windshield. Air intake noise is captured by dual resonance chambers. blocks noise coming up from the floor.

  2. Driver’s Cockpit Technology

    The Venza’s driver’s cockpit has sleek infotainment features that are intuitive and advanced. New for 2023, the touchscreen can be aided by a virtual assistant. You simply say “Hey Toyota” and can gain access to many menus. This includes the ability to regulate the temperature as well as entertainment and navigation.

    The Venza infotainment system provides wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Furthermore, Toyota allows iPhone users to utilize Siri Eyes Free and Android phone users to utilize Google Assistant. You can even use Amazon Alexa to interface between home and car.

    You won’t find an assistant on the Mazda CX-50. In fact, the touchscreen capability is limited. Knobs and buttons do most of the work. Plus the screen is deeply recessed, making the driver reach further.

    Venza drivers enjoy a power chair with a special adjustment feature. It has automatic slide away to let you out, and you can push a button to adjust the chair when you get back in.

    Only the Venza features the S Flow Cooling found on the pricier Lexus brand. This system regulates cooling according to who is in the vehicle. When it’s just the driver, the system adjusts to keep that person cool without wasting airflow on unoccupied seats.

    The Venza LE price includes a power liftgate, LED lights, and a wireless charger. These items may cost more on a similarly equipped Mazda CX-50.

  3. Performance and Capability

    The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is powered by a naturally aspirated Inline-4 engine. This provides a meager 187 horsepower. It’s enough for a daily commute, but it will never be competitive in serious traffic.

    The 2023 Toyota Venza is a pure hybrid with money-saving fuel economy. It provides an ample 219 horsepower. Plus it has the instantaneous torque that comes with its electric hybrid powertrain. It compares favorably with CX-50 turbo models which produce 227 horsepower.

    While the Mazda all-wheel drive is a good system, the Toyota Venza all-wheel drive is better. This is due to the use of dual electric motors. They split the torque between both axles whenever needed. Plus, the system can move 80 percent of the torque to the back wheels for sufficient push.

    These dual motors are also the reason that Venza torque is so effective. Drivers will find it is somewhat instantaneous, much like you’d find in today’s electric vehicles.

  1. Venza Tips and Tricks

    The Venza hybrid powertrain comes with special tricks that make it better. In EV mode, it can finish the last mile of a journey on electric power. By doing this over and over, the driver is getting the maximum savings from the hybrid engine.

    If equipped with navigation, the hybrid gains Predictive Efficient Drive. This system learns from you what the regular routes are. It takes into account your driving habits as it devises ways to earn the best fuel economy utilizing the hybrid’s modes and tools. Your Earnhardt Toyota dealer has the finance tools to help you find the best car loan.

  2. Driver Aids

    The two models have ample safety features and similar driving aids. This includes a forward automatic braking system to respond to pedestrian detection or traffic dangers. Lane keeping assist and a lane departure warning are complemented by a blind spot monitoring system.

    Commuting is easier with adaptive cruise control. The Venza uses dynamic radar to guarantee accuracy. Lane tracing assist works with ACC for a better automated experience. Front and rear parking sensors can be added.

    Venza XLE models add rear automatic braking that works with rear parking sensors. This is sure to reduce stress in the parking lot.  

  1. Pricing

    The Mazda CX-50 price starts out lower than the 2023 Toyota Venza price. However, that pricing scheme is for the under-powered 187-horsepower engine. Mazda turbos start out slightly above the Venza hybrid.

    The Venza XLE saves money over the Turbo Premium, and the two have similar features. This includes ventilated seats, the Phoenix AZ favorite! The Venza Limited price and Turbo Premium Plus price are similar. Standards include surround-view parking, the largest infotainment screen, and a premium audio system. 

     Mazdas offer a panoramic moonroof. Venzas have a special Star Gaze roof that let in natural light without the glare.

     Venza Limiteds also have an exclusive digital rearview mirror. This technology uses a camera to show you what’s behind the vehicle. It just takes a push of a button to switch the mirror from normal to blind spot camera.

Conclusion

With so much to recommend it, the 2023 Toyota Venza is definitely the first SUV you should have on your list. You can get the speedy engine you want, but save big money at the gas pump.


Schedule a Test Drive at your Earnhardt Toyota dealer.



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