Comparing the 2021 Mazda CX-9 and 2021 Honda Pilot is comparing two of the most popular SUVs on the road today. Both offer plenty of power and features, but which one is best for you?
First up, you should consider the MSRP (manufacturer's standard retail price) of each SUV. The base model of the 2021 CX-9 has a starting price of $34,160 while the base model of the 2021 Pilot costs $32,550.
Of course, there are various trims options for both SUVs, each of which start at different prices as more features are included. You can check our amazing 2021 Mazda CX-9 offers 5 trim options including: Touring, Grand Touring, Carbon Edition, Sport, and Signature. On the other hand, the 2021 Honda Pilot offers 8 trim options including: Touring 8-Passenger, EX-L, Touring 7-Passenger, LX, Special Edition, EX, Black Edition, and Elite. Be sure to call us here at Pacifico Mazda so we can help you more fully compare different trim options between the 2021 Mazda CX-9 and 2021 Honda Pilot.
Another key consideration when doing a side-by-side of these SUVs are the engine options. Mazda offers 1
for its
line, including the Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4. Honda offers 1
for its Pilot lineup, including the Regular Unleaded V-6.
Next up you will want to look at the drivetrain options and MPG ratings for these SUVs. The 2021 CX-9 offers up All Wheel Drive and Front Wheel Drive and gets 28 miles per gallon. The 2021 Pilot has All Wheel Drive and Front Wheel Drive drivetrains and gets 27 miles per gallon.
Finally, when it comes to available colors, the 2021 CX-9 comes in 7 colors including colors like: Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Sonic Silver Metallic, Snowflake White Pearl Mica, and Polymetal Gray. In comparison, the 2021 Pilot comes in 8 colors including Steel Sapphire Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, Obsidian Blue Pearl, and Modern Steel Metallic to name a few.
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Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
22/28 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
22/28 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
20/26 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
22/28 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
22/28 MPG
Regular Unleaded V-6
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/26 MPG
Regular Unleaded V-6
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/26 MPG
Regular Unleaded V-6
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/26 MPG
Regular Unleaded V-6
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/26 MPG
Regular Unleaded V-6
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/26 MPG
Regular Unleaded V-6
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/26 MPG
Regular Unleaded V-6
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/26 MPG
Regular Unleaded V-6
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/26 MPG
When comparing two great SUVs like the 2021 Mazda CX-9 vs. the 2021 Honda Pilot, you're going to want to look at all of the features and specifications side-by-side. This will help you decide if the Mazda CX-9 has better options and brings more performance than the Honda Pilot.
Use the trim selector above to change trims for each model. The tables below will automatically update to show you comparisons of each type of feature. Check out the entertainment features in the 2021 Mazda CX-9 and 2021 Honda Pilot, as well as the exterior and interior features, mechanical options, and safety features. Comparing how the 2021 Mazda CX-9 safety and mechanical specs stack up against those of the Honda Pilot is important for many drivers. But, sometimes it's the interior or entertainment options offered by the 2021 CX-9 or the 2021 Honda Pilot that makes the choice clear.
At Pacifico Mazda, we strive to give our customers complete details on all of the SUVs they may be considering. Give us a call today, or drop in to our local Philadelphia Mazda dealership at 6709 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19153 to ask any questions you may have.
If you're a visual person, there's no better way to evaluate appearances than by comparing images of the 2021 Mazda CX-9 & 2021 Honda Pilot. We've compiled some of the more important views of each these SUVs, including exterior photos of the front of the CX-9 and Pilot, the rear, and a profile view. We've also got interior photos of the 2021 Pilot & CX-9 including the dashboards, trunk, rear seats and engines.
Overall the 2021 Mazda CX-9 is a better value than the 2021 Honda Pilot because of its performance, safety features, and choices when it comes to engine type, colors, and other options. Price will always depend on the trims you are comparing so be sure to compare the right specs and contact Pacifico Mazda at 866-979-7845 when deciding on the best SUV for you.
Comparing the base models of both SUVs, the 2021 Mazda CX-9 MSRP is $34,160 while the 2021 Honda Pilot MSRP is $32,550.
The 2021 Mazda CX-9 comes with these drivetrain options:
The 2021 Honda Pilot comes with these drivetrain options:
The 2021 Mazda CX-9 with a base model engine gets 28 miles per gallon. The 2021 Honda Pilot base model gets 27 MPG.
The 2021 CX-9 comes with 1 engine options:
The 2021 Pilot comes with these drivetrain options:
The 2021 Mazda CX-9 comes in 7 colors including:
The 2021 Honda Pilot comes in 8 colors including: