2024 Cadillac XT6 vs. 2023 Mazda CX-9 Review

Picture of the 2024 Cadillac XT6

2024 Cadillac
XT6

MSRP*: $48,795 to $60,295
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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 18 - 21 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 78.7 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 310 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 - 4,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 198.5 in 199.4 in
Exterior Width 77.3 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.1 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Cadillac XT6 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-9, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Cadillac XT6 and the Mazda CX-9.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Cadillac XT6 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 Cadillac XT6 is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-9.

Dimensions
The Cadillac XT6 is about the same width as the Mazda CX-9. When looking at overall length, the Cadillac XT6 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-9.

Handling
The Cadillac XT6 has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-9, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Cadillac XT6, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Mazda CX-9. When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac XT6 greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-9.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Cadillac XT6 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda CX-9.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Cadillac XT6 and the Mazda CX-9. The Cadillac XT6 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-9.