Mazda CX-9 vs Subaru Tribeca
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2014 Subaru Tribeca
Overview
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Touring | 3.6R Limited |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2023 | 2014 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,750 | $34,095 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.5 gal (best) | 16.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 256 hp (best) |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft (best) | 247 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 6 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 71.2 cu ft | 74.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,434 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,409 lbs | 4,214 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.8 in (best) | 8.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.3 in (best) | 108.2 in |
| Length | 199.4 in (best) | 191.5 in |
| Width | 77.5 in (best) | 73.9 in |
| Height | 69 in (best) | 67.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda CX-9Touring | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Mazda CX-9 | Subaru Tribeca |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Touring $38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 3.6R Limited $34,095 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Touring Plus $41,350 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Carbon Edition $44,830 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Grand Touring $45,690 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Signature $48,460 MSRP | — |