2024 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2023 Mazda CX-9 Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer

2024 Chevrolet
Blazer

MSRP*: $35,400 to $45,700
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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 19 - 22 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 64.2 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 308-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 228 - 308 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 191.9 in 199.4 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.6 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 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer and the Mazda CX-9.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Blazer 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Blazer will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-9.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Blazer is a little narrower than the Mazda CX-9, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Chevrolet Blazer is slightly shorter than the Mazda CX-9, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Chevrolet Blazer and the Mazda CX-9.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Blazer does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-9.

Utility
The Chevrolet Blazer has less seating than the Mazda CX-9, making the Mazda CX-9 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Chevrolet Blazer has less cargo space than the Mazda CX-9, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.