Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,070 mm | 4,569 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,956 kg | 1,410 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 53 L | 23 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 947 mm | 39 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 907 mm | -906 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 408 L | 79 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 14.4 | -13.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 14.4 | -12.4 L |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra.