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2023 Mazda
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2022 Mercedes-Benz
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| MPG - City | 20 MPG | 21 - 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 MPG | 27 - 28 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 71.2 ft3 | 49.4 - 56.5 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 255 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 199.4 in | 183.3 - 186.3 in |
| Exterior Width | 77.5 in | 74.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 - 37.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 38.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Mazda CX-9 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-9 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda CX-9 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Mazda CX-9 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-9 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Mazda CX-9, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Handling
The Mazda CX-9 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Mazda CX-9 will do just as well as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, since they have about the same towing capacity.
The Mazda CX-9 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-9 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Utility
The Mazda CX-9 offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Mazda CX-9, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.