2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. 2023 Mazda CX-9 Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid

2025 Honda
CR-V Hybrid

MSRP*: $34,650 to $41,100
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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 40 - 43 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 204 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 199.4 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.2 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
The Honda CR-V Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mazda CX-9. The Mazda CX-9 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Honda CR-V Hybrid.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda CR-V Hybrid as you will with the Mazda CX-9, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Honda CR-V Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-9.

Dimensions
Since the Honda CR-V Hybrid is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-9, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Honda CR-V Hybrid, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-9.

Handling
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-9, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-9 is clearly the choice over the Honda CR-V Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Mazda CX-9.

Powertrain
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-9, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has less seating than the Mazda CX-9, making the Mazda CX-9 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-9.