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Mazda CX-9 vs. Volkswagen Tiguan

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda CX-9 and Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Mazda CX-9 and the Volkswagen Tiguan.

In comparing the Mazda CX-9's and the Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the Mazda CX-9 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Volkswagen Tiguan has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Mazda CX-9's and the Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Pricing: A used 2023 Mazda CX-9 ranges from $29,370 to $39,992 while a used 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is priced between $28,946 to $39,417. For a new model, the Mazda CX-9's price is between $40,092 and $46,756, with the Volkswagen Tiguan priced between $30,000 and $40,812.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda CX-9 loses 47 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Tiguan loses 41.3 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Tiguan retains 5.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mazda CX-9.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda CX-9 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Tiguan's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Mazda CX-9 being ranked 5 out of 39 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the Volkswagen Tiguan being ranked 16 out of 39. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Mazda CX-9 is ranked 7 and the Volkswagen Tiguan is ranked 24.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mazda CX-9 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Tiguan the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the Mazda CX-9 an advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda CX-9’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Tiguan base engine makes 184 horsepower. The CX-9 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 507 miles. The Tiguan is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles.This gives the Volkswagen Tiguan the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mazda CX-9 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Mazda CX-9, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Tiguan, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mazda CX-9 has higher safety ratings than the Volkswagen Tiguan, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.65 out of 5 Stars.

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Model & Pricing
Mazda CX-9
Volkswagen Tiguan

2023 Mazda CX-9
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$40,092 - $46,756

Starting MSRP:

$38,750

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$36,046

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$28,750 - $41,535

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$30,000 - $40,812

Starting MSRP:

$28,880

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$27,871

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$23,860 - $30,300

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$34,770

Price Range:

$29,370 - $39,992

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$40,669

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$31,626 - $57,848

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

548

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

28,802

# Good or Great Deals:

131

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$33,675

Price Range:

$28,946 - $39,417

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$33,244

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$29,649 - $36,546

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

16,573

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

780

# Good or Great Deals:

572

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$18,539

Depreciation %:

47.8%

Resale Value $:

$20,211

Residual Value %:

52.2%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)

47.8%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

47.8% - 47.8%

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$12,141

Depreciation %:

42%

Resale Value $:

$16,739

Residual Value %:

58%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact SUVs)

42%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact SUVs)

29.1% - 47.3%

Mazda CX-9 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.6 / 10

Retained Value:

7.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Volkswagen Tiguan Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.4 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

9.3 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda CX-9

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

10.7

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

9.5

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

7.6 - 12.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

64.4%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen Tiguan

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

10.1

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

10.9

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

9.9 - 13.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.8%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.1

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

5.7

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.3 - 21.6

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.8 - 18.3

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

Volkswagen Tiguan Rankings

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

2 / 4

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 34

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

7 / 20

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

7 / 14

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

8 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

8 / 21

Best Small SUVs

8 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

8 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

9 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

12 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

12 / 19

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

13 / 39

Most Reliable Small SUVs

13 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

13 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

13 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

13 / 13

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

15 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

15 / 19

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 39

Best Off-road Small SUVs

18 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

18 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

20 / 30

Best Crossover SUVs

24 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

24 / 59

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

27 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

27 / 39

Safest Crossover SUVs

28 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

30 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

31 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

32 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

32 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

32 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

32 / 39

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

33 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

33 / 39

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

35 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

37 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

45 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

46 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

47 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

47 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

63 / 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 Volkswagen Tiguan is a compact sport utility vehicle with a reputation for engaging driving dynamics and upscale interior materials. The Tiguan has become VW’s best-selling vehicle in the U.S. and is currently in its second generation, with new models averaging $30,442 and 3-year-old models averaging $22,319.

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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

  • New generation is roomier and more fuel efficient
  • Optional three-row seating is occasionally useful
  • Driving dynamics are engaging

  • Acceleration not as strong as some competitors
  • Fuel efficiency could be better
  • First-generation’s cargo space was limited

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Mazda CX-9 Trim Levels

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

Volkswagen Tiguan Trim Levels

S, S 4Motion, SE, SE 4Motion, SE R-Line Black, SE R-Line Black 4Motion, SEL R-Line 4Motion

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:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

4 years / 50000 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):

4.65 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:

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:

184 hp @ 4400 rpm

Torque:

221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm

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

0.049 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 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

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


23 / 30 / 26

Range (city/hwy):

352 / 459 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

Captain's seat:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Quad Seats:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

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:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Captain's seat:

N/A

Heated Seats

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Wifi:

Standard

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:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

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:

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

12 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

65.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

136.0 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:

3732 lbs

Width:

82.6 inches

Height:

66.4 inches

Length:

186.1 inches

Wheelbase:

109.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.4 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:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

polished aluminum alloy with painted accents

Tire Size:

P215/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Jet Black Mica

Blue

Deep Crystal Blue Mica

Gray

Machine Gray Metallic

Red

Soul Red Crystal Metallic

Silver

Sonic Silver Metallic

White

Snowflake White Pearl Mica

Exterior Colors

Black

Deep Black Pearl

Blue

Not available

Gray

Platinum Gray Metallic

Red

Not available

Silver

Pyrite Silver Metallic

White

Pure White

Interior Colors

Beige

Sand

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Titan Black

Gray

Storm Gray

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