Kia Sorento 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 SorentoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Touring |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,190 (best) | $38,750 |
| Lowest listing price | $5,442 (best) | $8,980 |
| Median listing price | $37,054 | $26,800 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $50,695 | $32,478 (best) |
| For sale now | 1,398 (best) | 13 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.7 gal | 19.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 227 hp (best) |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 6 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 75.5 cu ft (best) | 71.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,434 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,814 lbs (best) | 4,409 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in | 8.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 115.3 in (best) |
| Length | 189.6 in | 199.4 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 77.5 in (best) |
| Height | 66.7 in | 69 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SorentoLX | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 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) | 2 | 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 Sorento | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Touring $38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $35,090 MSRP | Touring Plus $41,350 MSRP |
| 3 | S $37,090 MSRP | Carbon Edition $44,830 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $38,290 MSRP | Grand Touring $45,690 MSRP |
| 5 | EX $39,790 MSRP | Signature $48,460 MSRP |
| 6 | EX $38,890 MSRP | — |
| 7 | EX $40,690 MSRP | — |
| 8 | SX $42,090 MSRP | — |
| 9 | X-Line EX $42,590 MSRP | — |
| 10 | X-Line SX $43,890 MSRP | — |
| 11 | X-Line SX Prestige $46,590 MSRP | — |
| 12 | X-Line SX Prestige $47,190 MSRP | — |
| 13 | X-Line SX Prestige $53,490 MSRP | — |
| 14 | X-Pro SX Prestige $47,590 MSRP | — |
| 15 | EX $48,290 MSRP | — |
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Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-9 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia Sorento 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: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Sorento starts lower at $32,190. Live Kia Sorento listings start at $5,442. Live Mazda CX-9 listings start at $8,980.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,190).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on horsepower in this comparison (281).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Kia Sorento or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Kia Sorento vs 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Sorento (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mazda CX-9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).