2021 Mazda CX-9 Vs 2021 Honda Pilot

Which SUV Should You Buy: 2021 Mazda CX-9 or 2021 Honda Pilot?

Let us start with the price. While the base trim of the 2021 Mazda CX-9 has a starting MSRP of $34,160, the 2021 Honda Pilot LX will cost you around $2,000 less. However, as evident from the table above, the highest trim of the 2021 Honda Pilot will cost around $4,000 more than the highest trim of the 2021 Mazda CX-9. Therefore, if you opt for a higher trim level of the 2021 Mazda CX-9, then chances are you will end up saving a lot of money. However, price is not the only consideration when you buy an SUV.

In terms of engine performance, the 2021 Honda Pilot comes out on top. For instance, the 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature is equipped with a SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 Dynamic Pressure Turbo DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with VVT that produces a maximum 250 horsepower. Meanwhile, the 2021 Honda Pilot Black Edition is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine that puts out 280 horsepower. However, if we again glance at the table, then it appears that the 2021 Mazda CX-9 has a better fuel economy rating than the 2021 Honda Pilot. Interestingly, both vehicles have a maximum fuel tank capacity of 19.5 gallons.

Finally, let us take a look at the infotainment feature of the two SUVs. While both of them come with features, such as Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, Sirius XM® radio, the 2021 Mazda CX-9 has a few more tricks up its sleeve. It offers its customers the special Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System.

Therefore, while the 2021 Honda Pilot is a great SUV, our vote goes to the 2021 Mazda CX-9.