Over the years, SUVs have taken over as the number one vehicle choice in the United States and it’s easy to see why. SUVs offer drivers a higher ride, more cargo space, and room for all of their friends. As SUVs have grown, so have the lineups of many brands. Two popular SUVs in the market are the Mazda CX-9 and the Nissan Pathfinder. If you are interested in seeing how these two models stack up, keep reading for our 2020 Mazda CX-9 vs 2020 Nissan Pathfinder comparison.
Both models offer three rows of seating and can seat up to seven passengers. They also have fairly similar cargo capacities. Although they do have similarities, we see their differences shine in the performance aspect. The engine is the Nissan Pathfinder produces 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft while the Mazda CX-9 engine delivers 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. Although their engines both are powerful, the Mazda CX-9 comes out on top with a fuel economy of 22 city mpg and 28 highway mpg compared to 20 city mpg and 27 highway mpg for the Nissan Pathfinder.
2020 Mazda CX-9 |
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2020 Nissan Pathfinder |
$33,890 | Starting MSRP | $31,980 |
227 hp | Horsepower | 284 hp |
310 lb-ft | Torque | 259 lb-ft |
22 / 28 mpg | Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20 / 27 mpg |
As we can see from the chart above, the 2020 Mazda CX-9 has many advantages. From the performance specs to the available features, this model is truly a dream. However, one of the biggest advantages of the Mazda CX-9 is its available safety features. The standard i-ACTIVSENSE® safety technology is a suite full of features to keep you and your passengers safe. The i-ACTIVSENSE® safety technologies include:
Ready to get behind the wheel of a 2020 Mazda CX-9? Visit Fontana Mazda today to take one for a test drive. Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have.