Toyota Venza (2021)
Crossover · Hybrid
vs
Mazda MX-30 PHEV
Crossover · Electric · AWD
Toyota Venza (2021)
Car A
Toyota Venza (2021)
The 2021 Toyota Venza hybrid targets growing families and road‑trip duty with five seats, a large 1010‑liter cargo area, and efficient 5.9 L/100 km consumption. Expect calm, competent performance rather than sportiness or a premium experience.
5 seatsCrossoverHybrid5-star safety197 hpHybrid
Mazda MX-30 PHEV
Car B
Mazda MX-30 PHEV
A city-focused plug-in with AWD, the Mazda MX-30 PHEV delivers efficient-for-its-class running and everyday usability at a good value in its segment. Just note the modest acceleration and missing safety/reliability data.
5 seatsCrossoverElectric1.5 L/100kmAWDElectric
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Usage fit

Family 85 / 37
City 55 / 72
Budget / value 67 / 53
Road trip 71 / 29
Performance 25 / 29
Cargo 64 / 27
Practical 65 / 42
Premium 25 / 16
Winter 34 / 22

Scores out of 100. Blue = Toyota Venza (2021) · Orange = Mazda MX-30 PHEV

Specs side-by-side

Spec Toyota Venza (2021) Mazda MX-30 PHEV
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Toyota Venza (2021)

  • Efficient for its class at 5.9 L/100 km
  • Large 1010 L cargo space works for family gear and road trips
  • Strong safety standing in its segment
  • Good value in its segment around 32,000

Mazda MX-30 PHEV

  • Very low official combined consumption (1.5) if you charge regularly
  • AWD adds traction for varied road conditions
  • Practical 5-seat layout with a 366 L trunk for daily tasks
  • Priced at 33,900, it’s good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Toyota Venza (2021) if…
Lower entry price
Toyota Venza (2021) starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mazda MX-30 PHEV if…
All-wheel drive
Mazda MX-30 PHEV's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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