2026 Mazda CX-5 vs 2026 Toyota RAV4
Both are commonly cross-shopped against each other. Here’s how their real 5-year ownership costs actually compare, using real market pricing data rather than sticker price alone.
Pricing data refreshed monthly · last updated September 2026
2026 Mazda CX-5
$35,8965-year total · $598/moPrice: $36,783 · 27 MPG
Depreciation: $13,811 · Fuel: $7,778
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500
2026 Toyota RAV4
$35,4165-year total · $590/moPrice: $41,271 · 32 MPG
Depreciation: $14,277 · Fuel: $6,562
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500
Most of the gap comes from fuel/energy ($1,215 higher for the Mazda CX-5) and depreciation ($466 lower for the Mazda CX-5).
After 5 years, the Mazda CX-5 keeps about 62% of its value and the Toyota RAV4 about 65%.
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