2024 Lincoln Corsair vs. 2023 Mazda CX-9 Review

Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Corsair

2024 Lincoln
Corsair

MSRP*: $38,990 to $53,925
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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 21 - 22 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 30 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 56.2 - 57.6 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 266-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 250 - 266 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 181.4 in 199.4 in
Exterior Width 74.3 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 43.2 in
Rear 36.7 - 38.6 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 38.4 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 38.7 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
The Lincoln Corsair offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-9, with comparable head- and legroom. The Lincoln Corsair offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-9, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
The Mazda CX-9 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lincoln Corsair, 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). Whether you pick the Lincoln Corsair or the Mazda CX-9, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Corsair 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 Lincoln Corsair, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-9.

Handling
The Lincoln Corsair has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-9, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-9 is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Corsair for pulling heavy loads. The Lincoln Corsair has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-9.

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

Utility
The Lincoln Corsair has less seating than the Mazda CX-9, making the Mazda CX-9 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lincoln Corsair has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-9.