2023 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2025 Volvo XC60 Review

Picture of the 2023 Mazda CX-9

2023 Mazda
CX-9

MSRP*: $38,750 to $48,460
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Picture of the 2025 Volvo XC60

2025 Volvo
XC60

MSRP*: $47,050 to $58,100
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MPG - City 20 MPG 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 71.2 ft3 63.3 ft3
Engine
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 199.4 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 77.5 in 78.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-9 than in the Volvo XC60. The Mazda CX-9 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC60, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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 Volvo XC60, 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 Mazda CX-9 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volvo XC60.

Dimensions
The Mazda CX-9 is a little narrower than the Volvo XC60, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. 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 Volvo XC60.

Handling
The Mazda CX-9 has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC60, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Mazda CX-9 will do just as well as the Volvo XC60, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Mazda CX-9 has a little less horsepower than the Volvo XC60.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-9 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC60.

Utility
The Mazda CX-9 offers greater seating capacity than the Volvo XC60, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Mazda CX-9 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volvo XC60.