Comparing the 2022 Mazda CX-9 and 2022 Ford Explorer 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 2022 CX-9 has a starting price of $35,630 while the base model of the 2022 Explorer costs $35,510.
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 2022 Mazda CX-9 offers 6 trim options including: Touring, Carbon Edition, Signature, Grand Touring, Touring Plus, and Sport. On the other hand, the 2022 Ford Explorer offers 8 trim options including: ST-Line, Limited, King Ranch, Platinum, Base, ST, XLT, and Timberline. Be sure to call us here at Pacifico Mazda so we can help you more fully compare different trim options between the 2022 Mazda CX-9 and 2022 Ford Explorer.
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. Ford offers 5
for its Explorer lineup, including the Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6, and Gas/Electric V-6.
Next up you will want to look at the drivetrain options and MPG ratings for these SUVs. The 2022 CX-9 offers up All Wheel Drive and gets 26 miles per gallon. The 2022 Explorer has Four Wheel Drive and Rear Wheel Drive drivetrains and gets 28 miles per gallon.
Finally, when it comes to available colors, the 2022 CX-9 comes in 7 colors including colors like: Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Sonic Silver Metallic, Snowflake White Pearl Mica, and Polymetal Gray Metallic. In comparison, the 2022 Explorer comes in 11 colors including Stone Blue Metallic, Star White Metallic Tri-Coat, Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, and Oxford White to name a few.
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Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
20/26 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
20/26 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
20/26 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
20/26 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
20/26 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
20/26 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Rear Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
21/28 MPG
Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
Rear Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
18/25 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, Gas/Electric, Gas/Electric V-6, Regular Unleaded V-6
Rear Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
27/28 MPG
Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6, Gas/Electric V-6
Rear Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
25/26 MPG
Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
Four Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
18/24 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Rear Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
21/28 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Four Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
19/22 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Rear Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
21/28 MPG
When comparing two great SUVs like the 2022 Mazda CX-9 vs. the 2022 Ford Explorer, 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 Ford Explorer.
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 2022 Mazda CX-9 and 2022 Ford Explorer, as well as the exterior and interior features, mechanical options, and safety features. Comparing how the 2022 Mazda CX-9 safety and mechanical specs stack up against those of the Ford Explorer is important for many drivers. But, sometimes it's the interior or entertainment options offered by the 2022 CX-9 or the 2022 Ford Explorer 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 2022 Mazda CX-9 & 2022 Ford Explorer. We've compiled some of the more important views of each these SUVs, including exterior photos of the front of the CX-9 and Explorer, the rear, and a profile view. We've also got interior photos of the 2022 Explorer & CX-9 including the dashboards, trunk, rear seats and engines.
Overall the 2022 Mazda CX-9 is a better value than the 2022 Ford Explorer 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.
The final price of either of these SUVs will depend on your trim selection and the options you select. The 2022 Mazda CX-9 base model has an MSRP of $35,630, and the base model MSRP of the 2022 Explorer starts at $35,510.
The 2022 CX-9 comes with these drivetrain options:
The 2022 Explorer comes with these drivetrain options:
This will depend on which type of engine and trim you select, but the base model 2022 Mazda CX-9 gets 26 miles per gallon. The 2022 Ford Explorer base model gets 28 MPG.
2022 Mazda CX-9 Engine Options:
2022 Ford Explorer Engine Options:
2022 Mazda CX-9 Exterior Colors:
2022 Ford Explorer Exterior Colors: