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2022 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Mazda CX-9 and 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2022 Mazda CX-9 and the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander.

When we compare the 2022 Mazda CX-9's and the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Mazda CX-9 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Mazda CX-9's and the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Mazda CX-9 is a better car than the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Pricing: A used 2022 Mazda CX-9 ranges from $24,750 to $36,990 while a used 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is priced between $22,394 to $31,645.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Mazda CX-9 loses 47 percent of its value and the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander loses 45.3 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Mazda CX-9.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda CX-9 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Mitsubishi Outlander's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Mazda CX-9 being ranked 5 out of 39 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the Mitsubishi Outlander being ranked 22 out of 39. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Mazda CX-9 is ranked 7 and the Mitsubishi Outlander is ranked 31.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mazda CX-9 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Mitsubishi Outlander the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Mazda CX-9 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Mazda CX-9’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander base engine makes 181 horsepower. The CX-9 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 507 miles. The Outlander is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles.This gives the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 Mazda CX-9 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2022 Mazda CX-9, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear shoulder room and cargo space. The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The 2022 Mazda CX-9 and 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2022 Mazda CX-9 has higher safety ratings than the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.41 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$35,280

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$34,578

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$27,400 - $40,325

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$27,655 - $38,895

Starting MSRP:

$26,995

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$26,293

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$22,445 - $29,995

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$30,442

Price Range:

$24,750 - $36,990

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$35,283

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$27,514 - $50,162

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

323

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

38,155

# Good or Great Deals:

135

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$26,820

Price Range:

$22,394 - $31,645

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$26,469

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$21,890 - $30,299

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

561

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

38,923

# Good or Great Deals:

273

Mazda CX-9 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.6 / 10

Retained Value:

7.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Mitsubishi Outlander Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

8.4 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Mazda CX-9

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

9.7

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

8.6

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

6.6 - 11.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

64.4%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.5

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

8.9

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

7.9 - 11.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

23.7%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.8

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

6.3

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.3 - 18.2

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

8.5

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

6.1

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.5 - 16.4

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 Under $40k

2 / 17

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

2 / 16

Safest Crossover SUVs

4 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

4 / 67

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs

4 / 32

Safest Midsize SUVs

4 / 32

Best Family Crossover SUVs

5 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 39

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

5 / 32

Best Family Midsize SUVs

5 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

5 / 21

Best Crossover SUVs

7 / 67

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

8 / 32

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

9 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

9 / 32

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

13 / 39

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

14 / 32

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 39

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 34

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

16 / 30

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

16 / 28

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

20 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

20 / 32

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

21 / 32

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

22 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

23 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

25 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

25 / 32

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

25 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

26 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

26 / 32

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

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

31 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

31 / 32

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

49 / 59

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

57 / 67

Mitsubishi Outlander Rankings

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 34

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

1 / 19

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

3 / 21

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

4 / 4

Most Reliable Small SUVs

5 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

5 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

6 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

6 / 13

Most Affordable Small SUVs

7 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

7 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

7 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

8 / 30

Best Small SUVs for Towing

10 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

11 / 14

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

12 / 20

Best Small SUVs

12 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

12 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

13 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

16 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

16 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

16 / 39

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

17 / 19

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

19 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

19 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

19 / 59

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

20 / 67

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 39

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

20 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

22 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 39

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 39

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 39

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

23 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

24 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

26 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs

31 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

31 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

36 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

38 / 39

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

48 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

48 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

48 / 67

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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Summary Review

The Outlander from Mitsubishi is a compact SUV with seating for up to 7 people. It was redesigned for 2022 with substantial improvements to its interior quality, refinement and overall execution, though engine power remains adequate at best. Previous Outlanders were offered in three basic flavors: the Outlander Sport, a smaller, two-row model, the Outlander, a somewhat larger three-row version, and the Outlander PHEV, a plug-in hybrid option. The previous Outlander and Outlander Sport models were introduced in 2011, and the Outlander PHEV was introduced in 2014. New models of the Mitsubishi Outlander cost an average of $32,039 and 3-year-old models average $18,676.

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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

Pros and Cons

  • Seven passenger capacity
  • Low price point
  • Plug-in hybrid availability

  • Unrefined, underpowered driving dynamics
  • Low-grade interior materials until 2022 model

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2022 Mazda CX-9 Trim Levels

Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Signature, Sport, Touring, Touring Plus

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Trim Levels

Black Edition, ES, SE, SE Launch Edition, SEL, SEL Launch Edition, SEL Special Edition

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:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

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):

4.41 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

250 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

320 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm

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

0.057 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

181 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

181 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm

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

0.050 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

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


20 / 26 / 23

Range (city/hwy):

390 / 507 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

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


24 / 31 / 27

Range (city/hwy):

348 / 450 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Captain's seat:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

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

Wifi:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

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

Wifi:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

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:

14.3 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

71.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

149.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

11.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

79.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

137.2 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4409 lbs

Width:

86.9 inches

Height:

69 inches

Length:

199.4 inches

Wheelbase:

115.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3593 lbs

Width:

84.4 inches

Height:

68.7 inches

Length:

185.4 inches

Wheelbase:

106.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P255/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/60R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Jet Black Mica

Blue

Deep Crystal Blue Mica

Gray

Machine Gray Metallic

White

Snowflake White Pearl Mica

Red

Not available

Silver

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Diamond / Labrador Black Pearl

Blue

Not available

Gray

Not available

White

White Diamond

Red

Red Diamond

Silver

Alloy Silver Metallic

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Interior Colors

Black

Black

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