Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-9
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2009 | Years produced2007-2023 |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$35,280 |
Average price$22,934 | Average price$27,756 |
Listings2142 | Listings349 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryOn the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2022 Mazda CX-9 is a midsize three-row crossover SUV with a turbocharged 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive (AWD). Offered in five trim levels in Canada for the 2022 model year, the CX-9 starts at $41,300 and rises past $53,200. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 250 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower250 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 250 hp I4 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque320 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower250 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight4409 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height69.0 in |
Length189.6 in | Length199.4 in |
Width74.8 in | Width86.9 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase115.3 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload1434 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2009 | 2007-2023 |
MSRP | $31,990 | $35,280 |
Average price | $22,934 | $27,756 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | On the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | The 2022 Mazda CX-9 is a midsize three-row crossover SUV with a turbocharged 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive (AWD). Offered in five trim levels in Canada for the 2022 model year, the CX-9 starts at $41,300 and rises past $53,200. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.5L 250 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 250 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.5L 250 hp I4 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 320 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 250 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 4409 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 69.0 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 199.4 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 86.9 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 115.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | 1434 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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