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Lexus NX300 vs Mazda CX-9

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

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2021 Lexus NX300

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2023 Mazda CX-9

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Overview

SpecLexus NX300300Mazda CX-9Touring
Selected trim300Touring
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20212023

Pricing & market

SpecLexus NX300300Mazda CX-9Touring
MSRP$37,610 (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

SpecLexus NX300300Mazda CX-9Touring
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG22 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank15.9 gal19.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLexus NX300300Mazda CX-9Touring
Horsepower235 hp (best)227 hp
Torque258 lb-ft310 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecLexus NX300300Mazda CX-9Touring
Seating5 seats6 seats (best)
Doors55
Cargo volume54.5 cu ft71.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,150 lbs1,434 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,940 lbs (best)4,409 lbs
Ground clearance6.9 in8.8 in (best)
Wheelbase104.7 in115.3 in (best)
Length182.7 in199.4 in (best)
Width73.6 in77.5 in (best)
Height64.8 in69 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus NX300300Mazda 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 reportedNone 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.

TrimLexus NX300Mazda CX-9
1

300

$37,610 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Touring

$38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

300

$39,010 MSRP

Touring Plus

$41,350 MSRP

3

300 F SPORT

$39,710 MSRP

Carbon Edition

$44,830 MSRP

4

300 F SPORT

$41,110 MSRP

Grand Touring

$45,690 MSRP

5

300 Luxury

$44,060 MSRP

Signature

$48,460 MSRP

6

300 Luxury

$45,460 MSRP

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Lexus NX300 vs Mazda CX-9 FAQ

Which is better: 2021 Lexus NX300 or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Lexus NX300 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: 2021 Lexus NX300 or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Lexus NX300 starts lower at $37,610. Live Mazda CX-9 listings start at $8,980.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Lexus NX300 or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
The 2021 Lexus NX300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,610).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Lexus NX300 or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
The 2021 Lexus NX300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2021 Lexus NX300 or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
The 2021 Lexus NX300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (235).
Which has better seats: 2021 Lexus NX300 or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2021 Lexus NX300 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 2021 Lexus NX300 vs 2023 Mazda CX-9?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).