CAR COMPARISON – 2023 MAZDA CX-30 VS. 2023 MAZDA CX-9

2023 MAZDA CX-30 VS.2023 MAZDA CX-9

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2023 MAZDA CX-30 VS. 2023 MAZDA CX-9: PERFORMANCE

Mazda, widely known for their performance-oriented roots, has given both the 2023 CX-30 and CX-90 with smooth yet powerful engines. 2023 Mazda CX-30 models with no “Turbo” in their name, are equipped with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine capable of 191 horsepower, 196 lb-ft torque, and a fuel economy of 26/33 mpg. CX-30 Turbo models receive a 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder capable of 250 horsepower, 320 lb-ft of torque, with fuel economy coming out to 22/30 mpg. The 2023 Mazda CX-9 on the other hand, offers one engine option across all trims. Under the hood, a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine delivers an impressive 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. It would have been nice if the CX-9 offered an additional engine option for those thirsting for more power, but the standard engine option does its job, and does it well. Being the larger vehicle, fuel economy does take a hit at 20/26 mpg.

2023 MAZDA CX-30 VS. 2023 MAZDA CX-9: INTERIOR QUALITY AND SPACE

The subcompact Mazda CX-30 offers a ton of space for its size, with 20.2 cubic feet with seats up and 45.2 cubic feet with them folded down. Regarding passenger space, the CX-30 seats 5, and has a total interior volume of 114.3 cubic feet. The 3-row mid-sized Mazda CX-9 SUV offers 14.4 cubic feet behind its third row but extends that to an ample 71.2 cubic feet with the seats folded down. The CX-9 also boasts a 6-7 passenger capacity and a Total interior volume comes out to 135.8 cubic feet.

2023 MAZDA CX-30 VS. 2023 MAZDA CX-9: SAFETY RATINGS AND FEATURES

Both the 2023 Mazda CX-30 and CX-9 received the 2023 Top Safety Pick award from the IIHS, further exemplifying Mazda’s commitment to safety. Regarding Safety features, both the CX-30 and CX-9 are fairly equal and offer i-ACTIVESENSE Technology. Standard and available i-ACTIVESENSE technologies include:

• Adaptive Front Lighting
• High Beam Control
• Mazda Radar Cruise Control
• Rear Vehicle Monitoring System
• Lane Departure Warning System
• Forward Obstruction Warning
• Smart City Brake Support
• Driver Attention Alert
• and much more.

2023 MAZDA CX-30 VS. 2023 MAZDA CX-9: CONVENIENCE FEATURES

Both vehicles offer a plethora of standard and available convenience features. The 2023 Mazda CX-30 offers:

• Rain-Sensing Wipers
• Rear Wiper/ Washer
• Power Side Mirrors
• Remote Keyless Entry
• Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
• Wi-Fi HotSpot
• 12-Speaker Bose Audio System
• Traffic Jam Assist
• Head-Up Display
• Power Liftgate
• Two USB Ports + One 12-Volt Outlet
• Heated Front Seats
• Power Moonroof
• and more,

The 2023 Mazda CX-9 Trim offers:

• Off-Road Traction Assist
• G-Vectoring Control Plus
• Heated Power Side Mirrors
• Rain-Sensing Variable Wipers
• Tri-zone Automatic CLiamte Control
• Four USB Ports
• Two 12-Volt Outlets
• Heated Steering Wheel
• 12-Speaker Bose Audio System
• Head-Up Display
• 360-Degree Camera
• Heated Wipers
• Ambient Lighting
• LED Grill Accent Lighting
• and much more

CONCLUDING THOUGHTS

Both the 2023 Mazda CX-30 and 2023 Mazda CX-9 offer a ton of value, if not, the best value in their respective classes. With exciting engine options, sporty yet smooth handling, and a plethora of available safety and driver-assist technologies, it’s difficult to say which is the better vehicle. In fact, comparing the CX-30 and CX-9 wouldn’t be fair as they both serve different purposes. If you have a large family, or regularly travel with many people or belongings, the CX-9 is the obvious choice. The CX-30 is for those who thirst performance (in the turbo trims) but with less passenger requirements. If I were to choose a specific trim of the CX-30, it would be the Turbo Premium and Turbo Premium Plus as they are more affordable than the base CX-9 but offers more “oomph” factor. For the CX-9, the Touring version seems to be well worth the money, as it still has a ton of standard features like push-button start, power-operated liftgate, leather trim, and power seats.