2024 GMC Acadia vs. 2023 Mazda CX-9 Review

Picture of the 2024 GMC Acadia

2024 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $42,600 to $56,300
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Picture of the 2023 Mazda CX-9

2023 Mazda
CX-9

MSRP*: $38,750 to $48,460
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MPG - City Info not available 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 204.0 in 199.4 in
Exterior Width 79.6 - 80.0 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 42.6 in
Rear 40.0 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Acadia than in the Mazda CX-9. The GMC Acadia will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-9.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The GMC Acadia is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-9.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Acadia is much wider than the Mazda CX-9, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the GMC Acadia, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-9.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Acadia greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-9.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the GMC Acadia transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mazda CX-9.

Utility
The GMC Acadia offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda CX-9, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the GMC Acadia, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-9.