2020 Mazda CX-5 Red side view driving on the road

Which SUV should I pick?

What is the difference between the Mazda CX-5 and the Mazda CX-9?

You are searching for a new SUV. You know that you would like a Mazda vehicle, but other than that, you are not sure which one will best fit your needs. What is the difference between the Mazda CX-5 and the Mazda CX-9? Keep reading as we explore some of the features of these two SUVs! Neither vehicle will disappoint.

2020 Mazda CX-9 cabin viewHow many passengers can fit in the Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-9?

One difference between the Mazda CX-5 and the Mazda CX-9 is the size. The Mazda CX-5 can hold up to five passengers while the Mazda CX-9 can hold up to seven passengers. As a result, the interior dimensions will also be slightly different. Check out the chart below. The order of the numbers corresponds to the row; the first number is for the first row, the second number is for the second row, etc.

Mazda CX-5

Mazda CX-9

Passenger Volume

104 cubic feet

135 cubic feet

Leg Room

41.0/39.6 cubic feet

41.0/39.4/29.7 cubic feet

Headroom

39.7/39.0 cubic feet

39.3/38.5/35.4 cubic feet

Hip Room

55.2/55.3 cubic feet

56.7/57.4/40.1 cubic feet

Shoulder Room

57.1/54.8 cubic feet

57.9/58.1/53.1 cubic feet

Interior Cargo Volume

30.9 cubic feet

14.4 cubic feet

Maximum Interior Cargo Volume

59.6 cubic feet

71.2 cubic feet

2020 Mazda CX-9 bird's eye viewDo the Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-9 have two different engines?

The engines found in the Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-9 are slightly different. The Mazda CX-5 features a SKYACTIV®-G 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine. On the other hand, the Mazda CX-9 has a SKYACTIV®-G 2.5-liter Dynamic Pressure Turbo DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine. Now, when it comes to outputs, that is where you will really see the difference between these two engines. The Mazda CX-5 has an output of 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque while the Mazda CX-9 has an output of 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

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2020 Mazda CX-5 drivingWhere can I learn more about the Mazda CX-5 and the Mazda CX-9?

As you can see, both SUVs would be a great option for your next vehicle. You just have to take a look at what your needs are and match them up with the vehicle that will meet them. Interested in learning more? Stop out and see us at Cardenas Mazda! We would be more than happy to answer your questions and get you behind the wheel of a Mazda CX-5 and a Mazda CX-9!


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