| Model Year | 2021 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Telluride | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 291 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@5200 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 113.2 in | 1 in |
| Length | 196.9 in | 200.2 in | -3.3 in |
| Width | 78.3 in | 76.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 68.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4112 lb. | 4330 lb. | -218 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 59.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 56.5 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.9 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 58.7 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 56.0 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.4 in | 39.8 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.1 in | 35.4 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.3 in | 56.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 43.7 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.4 in | 32.4 in | -1 in |
| Total Legroom | 115.2 in (over 3 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 46.0 ft3 | 48.3 ft3 | -2.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.0 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -13.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Telluride.
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |