2025 Honda
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2023 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 18 - 19 MPG | 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 23 - 27 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Cargo Space | 86.5 - 87.0 ft3 | 71.2 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 285 hp | 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 199.9 - 200.2 in | 199.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.5 in | 77.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Pilot than in the Mazda CX-9.
The Mazda CX-9 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda Pilot, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Pilot 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). The Honda Pilot is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-9.
Dimensions
The Honda Pilot is a little wider than the Mazda CX-9, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
When looking at overall length, the Honda Pilot takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-9.
Handling
The Honda Pilot has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-9, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Honda Pilot will do just as well as the Mazda CX-9, since they have about the same towing capacity.
The Honda Pilot has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-9.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Honda Pilot doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda CX-9.
Utility
The Honda Pilot offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda CX-9, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Honda Pilot has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-9.