GMC Terrain 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 | GMC TerrainElevation | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Elevation | 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 | 2027 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,400 (best) | $38,750 |
| Lowest listing price | $8,900 (best) | $8,980 |
| Median listing price | $29,494 | $26,800 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $47,384 | $32,478 (best) |
| For sale now | 164 (best) | 13 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal | 19.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 227 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 63.5 cu ft | 71.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,404 lbs | 1,434 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,446 lbs (best) | 4,409 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.8 in | 8.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 115.3 in (best) |
| Length | 181 in | 199.4 in (best) |
| Width | 74.5 in | 77.5 in (best) |
| Height | 65.8 in | 69 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| 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 | GMC Terrain | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elevation $30,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Touring $38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Elevation $32,400 MSRP | Touring Plus $41,350 MSRP |
| 3 | AT4 $39,100 MSRP | Carbon Edition $44,830 MSRP |
| 4 | Denali $42,200 MSRP | Grand Touring $45,690 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Signature $48,460 MSRP |
Live inventory
GMC Terrain164 for sale
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Quicksilver Metallic•Jet Black85,110 mi$12,245Drive Appeal
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Polymetal Gray Metallic•red41,247 mi$30,000Holiday Mazda
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Gray•Red22,386 mi$30,532Coconut Creek Mazda
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GMC Terrain vs Mazda CX-9 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 GMC Terrain vs 2023 Mazda CX-9 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 GMC Terrain starts lower at $30,400. Live GMC Terrain listings start at $8,900. Live Mazda CX-9 listings start at $8,980.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2027 GMC Terrain leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,400).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2027 GMC Terrain leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on horsepower in this comparison (227).
- Which has better seats: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 GMC Terrain vs 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).