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Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-9

2022 Kia Sorento
2022 Kia Sorento
$29,590MSRP
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2022 Mazda CX-9
2022 Mazda CX-9
$35,280MSRP
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2022 Kia Sorento
$29,590MSRP
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2022 Mazda CX-9
$35,280MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$29,590

MSRP

$35,280

Listings

942

Listings

185

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.7 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

  • Great warranty

Cons

  • Underwhelming base engine

  • Cramped third row

  • Poor voice recognition system

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Great ride quality

  • Premium interior materials

Cons

  • Cramped third row

  • Unintuitive technology

Reviews Summary

Kia redesigned the popular Sorento last model year and for 2022 the midsize, three-row crossover SUV gets a few changes.

For starters, the appealing X-Line package is now available with S and EX trim in addition to the SX Prestige. All 2022 Kia Sorento models except for the base LX trim now have a standard 10.25-inch infotainment system with navigation and UVO connected services. Additionally, the top-of-the-line SX Prestige adds a more comfortable driver’s seat and heated second-row captain’s chairs as standard equipment.

The big news, however, pertains to a new all-wheel-drive option for the efficient Sorento Hybrid and the debut of the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid, which can travel 32 miles on electricity before switching to gas-electric hybrid propulsion and returning 34 mpg in combined driving.

Reviews Summary

The 2022 Mazda CX-9 is a midsize three-row crossover SUV with a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive (AWD). Offered in six trim levels for the 2022 model year, the CX-9 starts at $35,630 and rises past $47,560.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.5L 191 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 250 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

191 hp @ 6100 rpm

Horsepower

250 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

24

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

29

MPG Highway

26
2022 Kia Sorento
2022 Kia Sorento
$29,590MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Mazda CX-9
2022 Mazda CX-9
$35,280MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Kia Sorento
$29,590MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Mazda CX-9
$35,280MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$29,590
$35,280
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.6

4.8

Expert reviews

8.7 out of 10

Read full review

8.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

  • Great warranty

Cons

  • Underwhelming base engine

  • Cramped third row

  • Poor voice recognition system

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Great ride quality

  • Premium interior materials

Cons

  • Cramped third row

  • Unintuitive technology

Summary

Kia redesigned the popular Sorento last model year and for 2022 the midsize, three-row crossover SUV gets a few changes.

For starters, the appealing X-Line package is now available with S and EX trim in addition to the SX Prestige. All 2022 Kia Sorento models except for the base LX trim now have a standard 10.25-inch infotainment system with navigation and UVO connected services. Additionally, the top-of-the-line SX Prestige adds a more comfortable driver’s seat and heated second-row captain’s chairs as standard equipment.

The big news, however, pertains to a new all-wheel-drive option for the efficient Sorento Hybrid and the debut of the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid, which can travel 32 miles on electricity before switching to gas-electric hybrid propulsion and returning 34 mpg in combined driving.

The 2022 Mazda CX-9 is a midsize three-row crossover SUV with a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive (AWD). Offered in six trim levels for the 2022 model year, the CX-9 starts at $35,630 and rises past $47,560.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.5L 191 hp I4
2.5L 250 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
7
7
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
250 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
24
20
MPG Highway
29
26
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