2023 Mazda
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2024 Mitsubishi
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| MPG - City | 20 MPG | Info not available |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 71.2 ft3 | 64.3 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 248 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 199.4 in | 185.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 77.5 in | 84.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 39.8 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.4 - 39.1 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 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.
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 Mazda CX-9 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-9 is much slimmer than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
Handling
The Mazda CX-9 has a larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mazda CX-9 is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV for pulling heavy loads.
The Mazda CX-9 has a little less horsepower than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-9 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
Utility
The Mazda CX-9 has less seating than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, making the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.