Kia Borrego 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 | Kia BorregoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Touring |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia BorregoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $26,245 (best) | $38,750 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $8,980 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $26,800 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $32,478 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 13 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia BorregoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 20.6 gal (best) | 19.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia BorregoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 276 hp (best) | 227 hp |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.8 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia BorregoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 6 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 12.4 cu ft | 71.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | — | 1,434 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,248 lbs (best) | 4,409 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in | 8.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114 in | 115.3 in (best) |
| Length | 192.1 in | 199.4 in (best) |
| Width | 75.4 in | 77.5 in (best) |
| Height | 71.3 in (best) | 69 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia BorregoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | None 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.
| Trim | Kia Borrego | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $26,245 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Touring $38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $28,295 MSRP | Touring Plus $41,350 MSRP |
| 3 | LX $30,995 MSRP | Carbon Edition $44,830 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $27,995 MSRP | Grand Touring $45,690 MSRP |
| 5 | EX $30,995 MSRP | Signature $48,460 MSRP |
| 6 | EX $29,995 MSRP | — |
| 7 | EX $32,995 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Limited $37,995 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Limited $39,995 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Kia Borrego vs Mazda CX-9 FAQ
- Which is better: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 Kia Borrego 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: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Kia Borrego starts lower at $26,245. Live Mazda CX-9 listings start at $8,980.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,245).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on horsepower in this comparison (337).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2009 Kia Borrego vs 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).