Chevrolet Traverse vs Mazda CX-9
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Mazda CX-9
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | Touring |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,800 | $38,750 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal | 19.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 328 hp (best) | 227 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft (best) | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 6 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 97.6 cu ft (best) | 71.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | — | 1,434 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,504 lbs | 4,409 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 8.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (best) | 115.3 in |
| Length | 204.5 in (best) | 199.4 in |
| Width | 79.6 in (best) | 77.5 in |
| Height | 69.6 in (best) | 69 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Traverse | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $40,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Touring $38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT $42,800 MSRP | Touring Plus $41,350 MSRP |
| 3 | Z71 $48,900 MSRP | Carbon Edition $44,830 MSRP |
| 4 | High Country $55,100 MSRP | Grand Touring $45,690 MSRP |
| 5 | High Country $57,100 MSRP | Signature $48,460 MSRP |
| 6 | RS $55,400 MSRP | — |
| 7 | RS $57,400 MSRP | — |