INFINITI QX50 vs. Mazda CX-9
When we compare the INFINITI QX50's and the Mazda CX-9's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI QX50 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The Mazda CX-9 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI QX50's and the Mazda CX-9's specifications and ratings, the Mazda CX-9 is a better car than the INFINITI QX50.
INFINITI QX50 vs. Mazda CX-9 Pricing
For a new model, the INFINITI QX50's price is between $44,263 and $57,123, with the Mazda CX-9 priced between $36,965 and $46,945.
INFINITI QX50 vs. Mazda CX-9 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the INFINITI QX50 loses 47.9 percent of its value and the Mazda CX-9 loses 46.3 percent of its value. This means the Mazda CX-9 retains 1.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the INFINITI QX50.
INFINITI QX50 vs. Mazda CX-9 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the INFINITI QX50 is 8.3 out of 10 while the Mazda CX-9's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI QX50 being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Mazda CX-9 being ranked 1 out of 7 Best 6-seater SUVs.
INFINITI QX50 vs. Mazda CX-9 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the INFINITI QX50 is 7.0 out of 10. For the Mazda CX-9 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Mazda CX-9 an advantage in reliability compared to the INFINITI QX50.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the INFINITI QX50’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the Mazda CX-9 base engine makes 250 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mazda CX-9, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The INFINITI QX50, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space. The INFINITI QX50 and Mazda CX-9 are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the INFINITI QX50 and the Mazda CX-9 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Mazda CX-9 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44263 - 57123
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.478535
Pricing
New Asking Price:
36965 - 46945
Used Asking Price:
33994 - 44041
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463103
INFINITI QX50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda CX-9 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.27297 / 10
Reliability:
8.718911 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
INFINITI QX50 Rankings
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46 out of / 68Mazda CX-9 Rankings
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55 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
INFINITI QX50 Trim Levels
Autograph, Luxe, Pure, Sensory, Sport
Mazda CX-9 Trim Levels
Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Signature, Touring, Touring Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention 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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
31.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 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:
150.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3849 lbs
Width:
85.1 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
184.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/60R18