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Mazda CX-9
2021 Mazda CX-9
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$33,960
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Toyota FJ Cruiser
2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser
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$27,680
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
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$38,510
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
4.0L V6 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Hybrid
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 20 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 36 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.1 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Mazda CX-9
Front Angle View
Dashboard
27
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Toyota FJ Cruiser
2009-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser Rear View Driving
2009-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser Dashboard
47
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Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
53
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
4.0L V6 Gas
2.5L Inline-4 Hybrid
Horsepower
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
260 hp @ 5600 rpm
186 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
310 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
271 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
175 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,236 lbs
N/A
4,330 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
3,500 lbs
4,700 lbs
3,500 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
24 MPG
18 MPG
36 MPG
City
22 MPG
16 MPG
36 MPG
Highway
28 MPG
20 MPG
35 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.4 Tons/yr
10.2 (Est) Tons/yr
5.0 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
19 gallons
17.1 gallons
Cruising Range City
418 miles
304 miles
615.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
532 miles
380 miles
598.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
199.4 in
N/A
194.9 in
Height
67.6 in
71.3 in
68.1 in
Max Width
77.5 in
75 in
76 in
Front Width
65.3 in
63.2 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
65.2 in
63.2 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
115.3 in
105.9 in
112.2 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
N/A
8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
7 seater
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41 in
41.9 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
41.3 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.9 in
58.4 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.7 in
55.4 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.4 in
31.3 in
41 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
40.3 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
53.9 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
57.4 in
51 in
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
29.7 in
N/A
27.7 in
Third Row Headroom
35.4 in
N/A
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
53.1 in
N/A
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
40.1 in
N/A
45.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
71.2 ft³
66.8 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
38.2 ft³
27.9 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
14.4 ft³
27.9 ft³
16 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.8 ft
40.7 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
N/A
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
17" x 7.5"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
17" x 7.5"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
N/A
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
N/A
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P255/60HR18
P265/70SR17
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P255/60HR18
P265/70SR17
P235/65VR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Full-Size
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Machine Gray Metallic
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica
  • Army Green
  • Black
  • Cement
  • Iceberg
  • Magma
  • Quicksand
  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Moon Dust
  • Opulent Amber
  • Ruby Flare Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Dark Charcoal, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

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

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Optional
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

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

Safety

Safety Features

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

US NHTSA crash test result

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

Airbags

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

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
N/A
N/A
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
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