2024 Lexus
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2023 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 41 MPG | 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 37 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Cargo Space | 46.9 ft3 | 71.2 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 199.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 77.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-9 than in the Lexus NX 350h, due to its greater head- and legroom.
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 Lexus NX 350h.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus NX 350h 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 Lexus NX 350h is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-9.
Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 350h 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 Lexus NX 350h, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-9.
Handling
The Lexus NX 350h has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-9, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-9 is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350h for pulling heavy loads.
The Lexus NX 350h has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-9.
Powertrain
The Lexus NX 350h has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-9, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
The Lexus NX 350h has less seating than the Mazda CX-9, making the Mazda CX-9 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The Lexus NX 350h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-9.