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Mazda CX-9 vs. GMC Envoy Review

How the Mazda CX-9 stacks up against the GMC Envoy - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Mazda CX-9
Price Range: $28,635 - $35,205
2009 GMC Envoy
Price Range: $30,625 - $38,670
Mazda CX-9 vs. GMC Envoy Review

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Mazda CX-9 over the Envoy. The Mazda CX-9 is likely a better choice than the Envoy as far as hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of luggage or big beasts. Towing is markedly more the GMC's forte than it is the Mazda CX-9's.

Dimensions
The Mazda CX-9 is somewhat heavier than the GMC Envoy. The Mazda CX-9's tank is roughly the same size as the GMC Envoy's, though the GMC's is a bit larger. The GMC Envoy and the CX-9 compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The CX-9 is markedly cheaper to get to the dealership than the GMC Envoy. The GMC Envoy isn't much less costly than the Mazda CX-9 when it comes to MSRP.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the GMC Envoy and the Mazda CX-9 very likely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The CX-9's engine is quite a bit smaller than the GMC Envoy's. Remember that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; however, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Envoy is substantially more powerful than the Mazda.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the GMC offers a bit more head room than the Mazda CX-9, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the CX-9 make it markedly more spacious for your passengers than the GMC Envoy.

Overview
The GMC Envoy and the Mazda CX-9 have the same basic after-sale protection.

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