Mazda CX-50 86·Toyota Sienna 75on the MotiveGrid Score·Mazda CX-50 about $5,479 less over 5 years
The verdict
The 2026 Mazda CX-50 is the cheaper one to own — roughly $5,479 less over five years, mostly because it holds its value better. The Toyota Sienna counters with better mileage (36 vs 27 mpg combined) and more power (245 vs 187 hp).
Go with the Mazda CX-50 for the better long-term value; consider the Toyota Sienna if you prioritize better gas mileage and stronger acceleration.
Last updated May 2026 · National-average estimates
Mazda CX-50 vs. Toyota Sienna
MotiveGrid scores, key specs, and five-year cost comparison: 2026 Mazda CX-50 versus 2026 Toyota Sienna.
Metric
Mazda CX-50
Toyota Sienna
MotiveGrid Score
86
75
Cost of Ownership
90
86
Powertrain
67
63
Driver Assistance
32
43
Livability
60
56
Safety
99
73
5-Year Cost to Own
$42,687
$48,166
Depreciation (5-yr)
$11,631
$15,961
Fuel / Energy (5-yr)
$12,187
$10,584
Insurance (5-yr)
$9,535
$10,705
Maintenance (5-yr)
$1,790
$1,510
Tires (5-yr)
$2,150
$2,150
Financing (5-yr)
$4,499
$6,142
Registration (5-yr)
$895
$1,115
Starting Price
$29,900
$40,820
Horsepower
187 hp
245 hp
MPG (combined)
27 mpg
36 mpg
Cargo volume
31.4 cu ft
33.5 cu ft
Seating
5
8
Towing capacity
2,000 lbs
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Drivetrain
AWD
FWD
Gas
2026$29,900
MSRP
$29,900
Mo · 5yr
$711
$42,687 / 5 years
Best for long-term savings
Hybrid
2026$40,820
MSRP
$40,820
Mo · 5yr
$803
$48,166 / 5 years
Best for driver assistance
VS
01 · The MotiveGrid Score
Five measured pillars, weighted into one score.
Cost, Powertrain, Driver Assistance, Livability, and Safety — each scored against its class, then combined into a single MotiveGrid Score. Built by our engineering team and benchmarked against independent sources like NHTSA, IIHS, and CarEdge. How it’s calculated →
Mazda CX-50 scores higher overall.
Mazda CX-50
0
/ 100
Toyota Sienna
0
/ 100
CostFive-year all-in cost to own, benchmarked against the class median.
CX-50
90
Sienna
86
Winner: CX-50
$5,479 cheaper / 5 yrs
PowertrainEnergy efficiency paired with long-term ownership confidence.
CX-50
67
Sienna
63
Winner: CX-50
+4 pts
Driver AssistHighway driving support, parking convenience, and hands-free automation.
CX-50
32
Sienna
43
Winner: Sienna
+11 pts
Strong highway driving support▲
LivabilityPassenger space, cargo room, and everyday maneuverability.
CX-50
60
Sienna
56
Winner: CX-50
+4 pts
Easy to maneuver and park▲
SafetyCrash-test protection plus standard crash-avoidance features.
Mazda CX-50 is the better pick for long-term ownership — about $5,479 cheaper over 5 years with stronger fundamentals on running cost.
Toyota Sienna still wins if your priority is best for driver assistance.
Daily commuter
Toyota Sienna
Lowest energy cost per mile
Budget-focused
Mazda CX-50
Cheapest to own across 5 years
Family hauler
Mazda CX-50
Much stronger safety
Highway driver
Toyota Sienna
Better adaptive cruise + lane keep
City driver
Mazda CX-50
Easiest to park and maneuver in tight spots
03
Cost of Ownership
Monthly running costs — national baseline.
Adjust for your situation
State
Miles/yr15,000
Loan rate7%
Down payment20%
Mazda CX-50
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$711
$42,687 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$711/mo
Toyota Sienna
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$803
$48,166 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$803/mo
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On fuel + maintenance alone, the pricier Toyota Sienna would need 29.0 years to recoup its $10,920 price premium ($377/yr in savings) — longer than most people own a car. Depreciation and insurance aren’t included in this payback view.
04
Frequently asked questions
Mazda CX-50 comes out about $5,479 cheaper over 5 years on running costs (depreciation, fuel/energy, insurance, maintenance, financing). The gap shifts with your state, annual miles, and loan rate — use the "Adjust for your situation" panel above.
