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Compare 2023 Honda Pilot vs Mazda CX-9

2023 Honda Pilot
2023 Honda Pilot
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$48,700
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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Mazda CX-9
2023 Mazda CX-9
Select configuration:
$38,750
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Overview

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Engine
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 23 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
6 seater

Photos

2023 Honda Pilot
2023-2024 Honda Pilot Rear Angle View
2023-2024 Honda Pilot Central Console
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Mazda CX-9
2021-2023 Mazda CX-9 Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Mazda CX-9 Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
285 hp @ 6100 rpm
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,251 lbs
4,409 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
5,000 lbs
3,500 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
20 MPG
23 MPG
City
18 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
23 MPG
26 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
7.7 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
19.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
333 miles
390 miles
Cruising Range Highway
425.5 miles
507 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
200.2 in
199.4 in
Height
72 in
67.6 in
Max Width
78.5 in
77.5 in
Front Width
67.2 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
67.4 in
65.2 in
Wheelbase
113.8 in
115.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
7 seater
6 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41 in
41 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.1 in
40.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
61.9 in
57.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
58.4 in
56.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.8 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.2 in
38.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
61.7 in
58.1 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
57.4 in
57.4 in
Third Row Leg Room
32.5 in
29.7 in
Third Row Headroom
39.3 in
35.4 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
59.5 in
53.1 in
Third Row Hip Room
44.6 in
40.1 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
87 ft³
71.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
48.5 ft³
38.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
18.6 ft³
14.4 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
40.2 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
30.3 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.7 ft
38.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P265/60HR18
P255/60HR18
Rear Tire
P265/60HR18
P255/60HR18
Spare Tire
Full-Size
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Crystal Black Pearl
  • Lunar Silver Metallic
  • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Machine Gray Metallic
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica
  • Sonic Silver Metallic
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Diffused Sky Pearl
  • Platinum White Pearl
  • Radiant Red Metallic II
  • Sonic Gray Pearl
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Durable Synthetic Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Sand, Leather Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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