Lincoln Corsair 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 | Lincoln CorsairPremiere | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premiere | Touring |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lincoln CorsairPremiere | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,985 | $38,750 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,900 | $8,980 (best) |
| Median listing price | $44,457 | $26,800 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $63,749 | $32,478 (best) |
| For sale now | 46 (best) | 13 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lincoln CorsairPremiere | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.2 gal | 19.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lincoln CorsairPremiere | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 250 hp (best) | 227 hp |
| Torque | 275 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lincoln CorsairPremiere | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 57.6 cu ft | 71.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,434 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,685 lbs (best) | 4,409 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 115.3 in (best) |
| Length | 181.4 in | 199.4 in (best) |
| Width | 74.3 in | 77.5 in (best) |
| Height | 64.1 in | 69 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lincoln CorsairPremiere | Mazda CX-9Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 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) | 4 | 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 | Lincoln Corsair | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premiere $39,985 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Touring $38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premiere $42,285 MSRP | Touring Plus $41,350 MSRP |
| 3 | Reserve $47,640 MSRP | Carbon Edition $44,830 MSRP |
| 4 | Reserve $49,940 MSRP | Grand Touring $45,690 MSRP |
| 5 | Grand Touring $54,365 MSRP | Signature $48,460 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Lincoln Corsair vs Mazda CX-9 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Lincoln Corsair or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Lincoln Corsair 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 Lincoln Corsair or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Mazda CX-9 starts lower at $38,750. Live Lincoln Corsair listings start at $17,900. Live Mazda CX-9 listings start at $8,980.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Lincoln Corsair or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,750).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Lincoln Corsair or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2026 Lincoln Corsair leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (33).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Lincoln Corsair or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2026 Lincoln Corsair leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (27).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Lincoln Corsair or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2026 Lincoln Corsair leads on horsepower in this comparison (266).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Lincoln Corsair or 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- The 2023 Mazda CX-9 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Lincoln Corsair 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 2026 Lincoln Corsair vs 2023 Mazda CX-9?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lincoln Corsair (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mazda CX-9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).