Comparing the 2023 Mazda CX-9 and 2023 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 2023 CX-9 has a starting price of $38,750 while the base model of the 2023 Explorer costs $36,760.
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 2023 Mazda CX-9 offers 5 trim options including: Signature, Touring Plus, Carbon Edition, Touring, and Grand Touring. On the other hand, the 2023 Ford Explorer offers 8 trim options including: ST-Line, Limited, Base, King Ranch, Platinum, 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 2023 Mazda CX-9 and 2023 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 2023 CX-9 offers up All Wheel Drive and gets 26 miles per gallon. The 2023 Explorer has Four Wheel Drive and Rear Wheel Drive drivetrains and gets 28 miles per gallon.
Finally, when it comes to available colors, the 2023 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 2023 Explorer comes in 10 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 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, Regular Unleaded V-6, Gas/Electric 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
Rear Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
18/25 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 2023 Mazda CX-9 vs. the 2023 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 2023 Mazda CX-9 and 2023 Ford Explorer, as well as the exterior and interior features, mechanical options, and safety features. Comparing how the 2023 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 2023 CX-9 or the 2023 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 2023 Mazda CX-9 & 2023 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 2023 Explorer & CX-9 including the dashboards, trunk, rear seats and engines.
The 2023 Mazda CX-9 has been updated to be more fuel efficient and offers an improved SUV driving experience. The new model also comes with a variety of performance, safety and entertainment features. Overall you are going to find a better value for your money with the 2023 Mazda CX-9 over the 2023 Ford Explorer. Give Pacifico Mazda at 866-979-7845 a call to find out more about how these vehicles measure up.
Comparing the base models of both SUVs, the 2023 Mazda CX-9 MSRP is $38,750 while the 2023 Ford Explorer MSRP is $36,760.
The 2023 CX-9 comes with these drivetrain options:
The 2023 Explorer comes with these drivetrain options:
The 2023 Mazda CX-9 with a base model engine gets 26 miles per gallon. The 2023 Ford Explorer base model gets 28 MPG.
The 2023 CX-9 Mazda comes with 1 engine options:
The 2023 Explorer comes with these engine options:
The 2023 Mazda CX-9 comes in these colors and more:
The 2023 Ford Explorer comes in these colors and more: