2024 Lexus
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2023 Mazda
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MPG - City | 15 MPG | 20 MPG |
MPG - Hwy | 21 MPG | Info not available |
Seating Capacity | 5 - 7 seats | 6 seats |
Cargo Space | 76.9 - 90.5 ft3 | 71.2 ft3 |
Engine |
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Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
Horsepower | 349 hp | 227 hp |
Towing Capacity | 7,601 - 9,096 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
Exterior Length | 197.1 in | 199.4 in |
Exterior Width | 78.0 - 78.7 in | 77.5 in |
Leg Room |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
Head Room |
Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 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 Lexus GX 550 than in the Mazda CX-9.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus GX 550 and the Mazda CX-9.
Convenience
The Mazda CX-9 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus GX 550, making it more convenient to drive.
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 Lexus GX 550 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-9, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Lexus GX 550 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 Lexus GX 550 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-9.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus GX 550 is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-9 for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus GX 550 greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-9.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus GX 550 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-9.
Utility
The Lexus GX 550 has less seating than the Mazda CX-9, making the Mazda CX-9 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
With the Lexus GX 550, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-9.