2023 Mazda
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 20 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 MPG | 26 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 71.2 ft3 | 77.8 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 199.4 in | 195.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 77.5 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, with comparable head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-9 and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Mazda CX-9 is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Dimensions
The Mazda CX-9 is a little narrower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
When looking at overall length, the Mazda CX-9 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Handling
The Mazda CX-9 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-9 for pulling heavy loads.
The Mazda CX-9 has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-9 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Utility
The Mazda CX-9 offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Mazda CX-9 has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.