2023 Mazda CX-9 Specs: MPG, Gas Mileage, Engine Size & Dimensions
2023 Mazda CX-9 Specs at a Glance
The 2023 Mazda CX-9 gets 23 mpg combined on the 2.5L 4-Wheel Drive configuration, tows up to 3,500 lbs, weighs 4,387 lbs, measures 199.6 in long. Every figure below comes from EPA, NHTSA, or manufacturer published data — no estimates.
- Combined MPG
- 23 mpg (20 city / 26 hwy)
- Best configuration: 2.5L · 4-Wheel Drive · Automatic (S6)
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-cyl
- 2.5L · 4-Wheel Drive · Automatic (S6)
- Max towing
- 3,500 lbs
- Maximum when properly equipped
- Curb weight
- 4,387 lbs
- Heaviest recorded configuration: CX-9 4DR SUV AWD
- Length
- 199.6 in · 77.6 in wide · 67.7 in tall
- Wheelbase
- 115.4 in
- Fuel tank
- 19.5 gal
- NHTSA overall
- 5-star (2023)
2023 Mazda CX-9 trims and MPG
| Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 |
Detailed Specifications
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View details →Mazda CX-9 Generations
Grouped by year ranges where the engine lineup, drivetrain options, and EPA class stay consistent — a derived approximation of the factory generations, not a manufacturer-published list.
| Years | Variants | Engines | Drive | Class | Best MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2023 | 14 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 |
| 2015 | 2 | 3.7L | 4-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 19 |
Mazda CX-9 — All Years Overview
| Year | Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2021 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2021 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L | 6 · 3.7L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L | 6 · 3.7L | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 19 | Regular Gasoline |
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Mazda CX-9 — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Mazda CX-9?
The Mazda CX-9 is EPA-rated at up to 24 MPG combined (22 city / 28 highway), a historical peak recorded on the 2021 model year.
What is the towing capacity of the 2023 Mazda CX-9?
When properly equipped, the Mazda CX-9 tows up to 3,500 lbs (With Trailer Hitch).
What engine does the 2023 Mazda CX-9 have?
The Mazda CX-9 uses a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with an Automatic transmission.
What years of the Mazda CX-9 are covered here?
This page documents 16 verified Mazda CX-9 configurations across model years 2015–2023.
Which model year of the Mazda CX-9 is the most fuel efficient?
The 2021 Mazda CX-9 holds the highest combined rating at 24 MPG; the 2015 sits lowest at 19 MPG, a difference of 5 MPG (about 26%) across the 9 rated years on file.
How many engine options does the Mazda CX-9 have?
The records list 2 distinct displacements for the Mazda CX-9 — 2.5L, 3.7L — which is why combined MPG varies between trims of the same year.
Is the 2023 Mazda CX-9 front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?
The Mazda CX-9 appears in 2 drivetrain layouts across the years documented here — 4-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive — with the latest 2023 record on 4-Wheel Drive.