2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid vs. 2023 Mazda CX-9 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

2025 Hyundai
Tucson Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,365 to $41,195
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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 37 - 38 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 36 - 38 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 80.0 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.7 - 184.1 in 199.4 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 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 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid than in 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 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Tucson 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). Clearly, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Mazda CX-9, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-9, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-9 is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the Mazda CX-9.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda CX-9.

Utility
The Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-9.