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Compare Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vs Mazda CX-9

Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
Select configuration:
$24,950
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.4
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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
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
6 seater

Photos

Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
2017-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Rear Right Side View
2017-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Infotainment System
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2021-2023 Mazda CX-9 Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Mazda CX-9 Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,624 lbs
4,409 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
1,650 lbs
3,500 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
24 MPG
23 MPG
City
21 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
26 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.4 Tons/yr
7.7 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
19.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
365.4 miles
390 miles
Cruising Range Highway
469.8 miles
507 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
N/A
199.4 in
Height
66.1 in
67.6 in
Max Width
74 in
77.5 in
Front Width
64.3 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
64.7 in
65.2 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
115.3 in
Ground Clearance
7.3 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
6 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
41 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.6 in
40.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
59.4 in
57.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.7 in
56.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.4 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.1 in
38.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.3 in
58.1 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
55.4 in
57.4 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
29.7 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
35.4 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
53.1 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
40.1 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
71.5 ft³
71.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
35.4 ft³
38.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
35.4 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
35.8 ft
38.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65TR17
P255/60HR18
Rear Tire
P235/65TR17
P255/60HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Canyon Copper, Build Out: 02/2017
  • Marlin Blue
  • Mineral Gray
  • Nightfall Blue
  • Pearl White
  • Platinum Graphite
  • Serrano Red
  • Sparkling Silver
  • Symphony Silver
  • Twilight Black
  • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Machine Gray Metallic
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica
  • Sonic Silver Metallic
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Beige, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Beige, Stain-Resistant Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Gray, Stain-Resistant Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Sand, Leather Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
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
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Optional
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Standard

Comfort

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

Safety

Safety Features

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

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

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
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
7 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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