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2019 Honda Pilot vs. 2019 Mazda CX-9

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Honda Pilot and 2019 Mazda CX-9 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Honda Pilot and the 2019 Mazda CX-9.

When we compare the 2019 Honda Pilot's and the 2019 Mazda CX-9's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Honda Pilot has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2019 Mazda CX-9 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Honda Pilot's and the 2019 Mazda CX-9's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Honda Pilot is a better car than the 2019 Mazda CX-9.

Pricing: A used 2019 Honda Pilot ranges from $20,885 to $32,924 while a used 2019 Mazda CX-9 is priced between $18,699 to $29,796.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Honda Pilot loses 43.6 percent of its value and the 2019 Mazda CX-9 loses 47 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Honda Pilot retains 3.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Mazda CX-9.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Pilot is 8.7 out of 10 while the Mazda CX-9's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Honda Pilot being ranked 10 out of 39 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the Mazda CX-9 being ranked 5 out of 39. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Honda Pilot is ranked 11 and the Mazda CX-9 is ranked 7. The Honda Pilot is also ranked 11 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs while the Mazda CX-9 is ranked 4 out of 31.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Pilot is 9.2 out of 10. For the Mazda CX-9 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Honda Pilot a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mazda CX-9.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Honda Pilot’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the 2019 Mazda CX-9 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The Pilot is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. The CX-9 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 532 miles. This gives the 2019 Mazda CX-9 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Honda Pilot. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2019 Honda Pilot has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2019 Mazda CX-9 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Honda Pilot and the 2019 Mazda CX-9 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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Model & Pricing
2019 Honda Pilot
2019 Mazda CX-9

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$31,450

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$30,316

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$23,245 - $35,310

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$32,280

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$30,316

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$23,245 - $35,310

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$26,786

Price Range:

$20,885 - $32,924

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$24,868

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$16,878 - $34,673

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

616

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

79,434

# Good or Great Deals:

193

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$23,955

Price Range:

$18,699 - $29,796

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$24,868

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$16,878 - $34,673

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

128

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

65,691

# Good or Great Deals:

47

Honda Pilot Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

9.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.8 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Mazda CX-9 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.6 / 10

Retained Value:

7.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Honda Pilot

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

6.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

5.5

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.6 - 8.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

69.9%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Mazda CX-9

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

6.7

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

5.5

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.6 - 8.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

64.4%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

33.1

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1 - 33.1

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.9

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1 - 33.1

Honda Pilot Rankings

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

1 / 67

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

2 / 31

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

4 / 18

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

4 / 10

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

6 / 18

Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k

6 / 17

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

7 / 21

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

8 / 31

Best Family Crossover SUVs

9 / 67

Best Family Midsize SUVs

9 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

10 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

10 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

10 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs

11 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs

11 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

11 / 31

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

11 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

11 / 31

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

12 / 39

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

13 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

15 / 31

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 39

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

16 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

16 / 31

Safest Midsize SUVs

16 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

17 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

17 / 31

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

18 / 67

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

18 / 34

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

19 / 39

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 31

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

19 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

20 / 67

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

20 / 27

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

25 / 39

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

26 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

26 / 39

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

32 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

42 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

50 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

54 / 59

Mazda CX-9 Rankings

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

1 / 10

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

2 / 18

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

2 / 18

Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k

2 / 17

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

4 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

4 / 67

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs

4 / 31

Safest Midsize SUVs

4 / 31

Best Family Crossover SUVs

5 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 39

Best Family Midsize SUVs

5 / 31

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

5 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

5 / 21

Best Crossover SUVs

7 / 67

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

8 / 31

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

9 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

9 / 31

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

10 / 31

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

13 / 39

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

14 / 31

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 39

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 34

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

16 / 27

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

19 / 31

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

20 / 39

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

21 / 31

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

22 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

24 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

24 / 31

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

24 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

25 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

25 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

26 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

27 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

30 / 39

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

30 / 39

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

30 / 31

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

31 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

33 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

34 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

34 / 39

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

40 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

43 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

50 / 59

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

57 / 67

Summary Review

The Honda Pilot is one of America’s favorite three-row family vehicles. All but two trim levels offer seating for eight passengers, though many buyers opt for the 7-passenger configuration with two large captain's chairs in the second row.

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Summary Review

Mazda’s CX-9 is a three-row crossover SUV that’s slightly smaller but more engaging to drive than most of its direct competitors.

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Pros and Cons

  • Seating for up to 8 in almost every trim 
  • Family-friendly features galore
  • Among the largest interior volume and cargo capacity of this segment’s SUVs
  • One of the most “made-in-America” models in this segment (Alabama)

  • No green (hybrid/electric) powertrain option available

Pros and Cons

  • Outstanding standard features make CX-9 a near-premium vehicle
  • The Turbocharged engine is a reviewer’s favorite

  • Aging infotainment setup
  • Smaller than most of its segment peers

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2019 Honda Pilot Trim Levels

Elite, EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi w/RES, LX, Touring, Touring w/Rear Captain's Chairs

2019 Mazda CX-9 Trim Levels

Grand Touring, Signature, Sport, Touring

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.069 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

250 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

310 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.059 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


19 / 27 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

371 / 527 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


22 / 28 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

418 / 532 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Captain's seat:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Internet Radio:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wifi:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Internet Radio:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Roof Rack:

N/A

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

62 inches

Rear Head Room:

40.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

62 inches

Cargo Space:

16.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

83.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

169.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

41 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.1 inches

Cargo Space:

14.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

71.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

149.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4036 lbs

Width:

78.6 inches

Height:

70.6 inches

Length:

196.5 inches

Wheelbase:

111 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4217 lbs

Width:

77.5 inches

Height:

69 inches

Length:

199.4 inches

Wheelbase:

115.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P255/60R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Crystal Black Pearl

Blue

Obsidian Blue Pearl / Steel Sapphire Metallic

Gray

Modern Steel Metallic

Green

Black Forest Pearl

Red

Deep Scarlet Pearl

Silver

Lunar Silver Metallic

White

White Diamond Pearl

Brown

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Jet Black Mica

Blue

Deep Crystal Blue Mica

Gray

Machine Gray Metallic

Green

Not available

Red

Not available

Silver

Sonic Silver Metallic

White

Snowflake White Pearl Mica

Brown

Titanium Flash Mica

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige

Black

Black

Gray

Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Sand

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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