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Hyundai Veracruz vs Mazda CX-9

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2012 Hyundai Veracruz

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2023 Mazda CX-9

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Overview

SpecHyundai VeracruzGLSMazda CX-9Touring
Selected trimGLSTouring
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20122023

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai VeracruzGLSMazda CX-9Touring
MSRP$28,345 (best)$38,750
Lowest listing price—$8,980 (best)
Median listing price—$26,800 (best)
Highest listing price—$32,478 (best)
For sale now013 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai VeracruzGLSMazda CX-9Touring
Combined MPG19 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG22 MPG26 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20.6 gal (best)19.5 gal

Performance

SpecHyundai VeracruzGLSMazda CX-9Touring
Horsepower260 hp (best)227 hp
Torque257 lb-ft310 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.8 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai VeracruzGLSMazda CX-9Touring
Seating7 seats (best)6 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume86.8 cu ft (best)71.2 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs3,500 lbs
Payload1,466 lbs (best)1,434 lbs
Curb weight4,266 lbs (best)4,409 lbs
Ground clearance8.1 in8.8 in (best)
Wheelbase110.4 in115.3 in (best)
Length190.6 in199.4 in (best)
Width76.6 in77.5 in (best)
Height71.1 in (best)69 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai VeracruzGLSMazda 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)
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)3None reported (best)

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.

TrimHyundai VeracruzMazda CX-9
1

GLS

$28,345 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Touring

$38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

GLS

$30,245 MSRP

Touring Plus

$41,350 MSRP

3

Limited

$34,495 MSRP

Carbon Edition

$44,830 MSRP

4

Limited

$36,195 MSRP

Grand Touring

$45,690 MSRP

5—

Signature

$48,460 MSRP

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Hyundai Veracruz vs Mazda CX-9 FAQ

Which is better: 2012 Hyundai Veracruz or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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: 2012 Hyundai Veracruz or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz starts lower at $28,345. Live Mazda CX-9 listings start at $8,980.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Hyundai Veracruz or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
The 2012 Hyundai Veracruz leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,345).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Hyundai Veracruz or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2012 Hyundai Veracruz or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
The 2012 Hyundai Veracruz leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs 2023 Mazda CX-9?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).