2023 Mazda
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
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| MPG - City | 20 MPG | 24 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 MPG | 32 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 71.2 ft3 | 62.0 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 221 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 199.4 in | 182.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 77.5 in | 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 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
The Mazda CX-9 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-9, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda CX-9 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, 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). Whether you pick the Mazda CX-9 or the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-9 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Mazda CX-9, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.
Handling
The Mazda CX-9 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Mazda CX-9 and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-9 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.
Utility
The Mazda CX-9 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The Mazda CX-9 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.