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Dodge Durango vs Mazda CX-9

2023 Dodge Durango
2023 Dodge Durango
$39,990MSRP
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2022 Mazda CX-9
2022 Mazda CX-9
$35,280MSRP
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2023 Dodge Durango
$39,990MSRP
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2022 Mazda CX-9
$35,280MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$39,990

MSRP

$35,280

Listings

3157

Listings

329

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Powerful V8 engines available

Cons

  • Advanced safety features are not standard

  • Poor fuel economy (V8 engines)

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Great ride quality

  • Premium interior materials

Cons

  • Cramped third row

  • Unintuitive technology

Reviews Summary

The evolution of the Dodge Durango exemplifies how the Stellantis brand has evolved from a mainstream competitor to Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, and Toyota into a niche brand emphasizing muscle-car attitude.

The Durango was Dodge's first modern SUV, arriving for the 1998 model year as the brand's entry into the midsize SUV segment. The current, third-generation Durango dates all the way back to the 2011 model year. But, as Dodge has found with the Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, a vehicle's lifespan can be greatly extended with an added dose of horsepower.

The 2023 Dodge Durango lineup starts with the base SXT trim level and moves up through the GT, R/T, Citadel, and SRT 392. Changes for 2023 for Canada include standard heated front seats and heated steering wheel and some new colours (bringing the total colour palette to nine).

However, the big news for 2023 is the return of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and its devilish supercharged V8 engine. The Hellcat was previously available only for the 2021 model year as a limited edition, but now it's a regular production model. That being the case, the Hellcat ended up as our test vehicle for this Dodge Durango review.

Reviews Summary

The 2022 Mazda CX-9 is a midsize three-row crossover SUV with a turbocharged 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive (AWD). Offered in five trim levels in Canada for the 2022 model year, the CX-9 starts at $41,300 and rises past $53,200.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.6L 293 hp V6

Engine

2.5L 250 hp I4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

293 hp @ 6400 rpm

Horsepower

250 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

19

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

26

MPG Highway

26
2023 Dodge Durango
2023 Dodge Durango
$39,990MSRP
Overview
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2022 Mazda CX-9
2022 Mazda CX-9
$35,280MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2023 Dodge Durango
$39,990MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Mazda CX-9
$35,280MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$39,990
$35,280
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.6

4.8

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

Read full review

8.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Powerful V8 engines available

Cons

  • Advanced safety features are not standard

  • Poor fuel economy (V8 engines)

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Great ride quality

  • Premium interior materials

Cons

  • Cramped third row

  • Unintuitive technology

Summary

The evolution of the Dodge Durango exemplifies how the Stellantis brand has evolved from a mainstream competitor to Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, and Toyota into a niche brand emphasizing muscle-car attitude.

The Durango was Dodge's first modern SUV, arriving for the 1998 model year as the brand's entry into the midsize SUV segment. The current, third-generation Durango dates all the way back to the 2011 model year. But, as Dodge has found with the Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, a vehicle's lifespan can be greatly extended with an added dose of horsepower.

The 2023 Dodge Durango lineup starts with the base SXT trim level and moves up through the GT, R/T, Citadel, and SRT 392. Changes for 2023 for Canada include standard heated front seats and heated steering wheel and some new colours (bringing the total colour palette to nine).

However, the big news for 2023 is the return of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and its devilish supercharged V8 engine. The Hellcat was previously available only for the 2021 model year as a limited edition, but now it's a regular production model. That being the case, the Hellcat ended up as our test vehicle for this Dodge Durango review.

The 2022 Mazda CX-9 is a midsize three-row crossover SUV with a turbocharged 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive (AWD). Offered in five trim levels in Canada for the 2022 model year, the CX-9 starts at $41,300 and rises past $53,200.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
3.6L 293 hp V6
2.5L 250 hp I4
Drive Train
RWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
7
7
Horsepower
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
250 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
19
20
MPG Highway
26
26

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