2024 Kia
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2023 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 18 - 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 24 - 26 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Cargo Space | 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 | 291 hp | 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 - 5,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 196.9 in | 199.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.3 in | 77.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.4 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.5 - 40.9 in
Rear 38.8 - 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 Kia Telluride than in the Mazda CX-9.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Telluride and the Mazda CX-9.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Telluride 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 Kia Telluride is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-9.
Dimensions
The Kia Telluride 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 Kia Telluride takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-9.
Handling
The Kia Telluride has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-9, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Kia Telluride is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-9 for pulling heavy loads.
The Kia Telluride has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-9.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Kia Telluride doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda CX-9.
Utility
The Kia Telluride offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda CX-9, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Kia Telluride has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-9.