Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9 Price Comparison


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For the Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Explorer vs. CX-9 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Explorer and CX-9 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mazda CX-9 Touring's price is $2,918 lower than the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda CX-9 Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,918 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 3,002 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CX-9 | CX-9 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Touring | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 300hp V6 | 300hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | ?, 11 | ?, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 245/60-18 | 245/50-20 |
| Total Price | 44,165 | 45,325 | 40,062 | 41,385 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,185 | -1,935 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 42,980 | 43,390 | 40,062 | 40,335 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 410 | 0 | 273 |
| Total Invoice | 40,638 | 41,803 | 36,546 | 37,780 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,090 | -1,785 | 0 | -959 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 39,548 | 40,018 | 36,546 | 36,821 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 470 | 0 | 275 |
Invoice Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9
Price Comparison (MSRP): Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Mazda CX-9 Touring | ||||
| Difference: 4,103 | ||||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda CX-9 Touring | ||||
| Difference: 4,092 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CX-9 | CX-9 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Touring | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 33,280 | 36,280 | 31,135 | 32,675 |
| Base Invoice | 31,044 | 33,774 | 28,794 | 30,215 |
| Rear HVAC unit | 695 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,995 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 125 | 125 |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | 350 | 350 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | 2,320 | 2,320 | ||
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,845 | |||
| Entertainment and Bose Pkg. | 2,560 | 2,560 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 250 | 250 | ||
| Assistance Package | 2,717 | 2,500 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 450 | 450 | ||
| Roof rack | 250 | 250 | ||
| Satellite radio | 430 | 430 | ||
| AWD | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | 0 | 0 | ||
| Convenience Package | 0 | 0 | ||
| Navigation system | 0 | 0 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 0 | 0 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 100 | 100 | ||
| Remote start | 280 | 280 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 0 | 0 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | 0 | 0 | ||
| Navigation and Moon Package | 0 | 0 | ||
| Entertainment and Bose Pkg. | 2,202 | 2,202 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 200 | 200 | ||
| Assistance Package | 2,337 | 2,150 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 387 | 387 | ||
| Roof rack | 200 | 200 | ||
| Satellite radio | 344 | 344 | ||
| AWD | 1,107 | 1,107 | ||
| Total options | 10,070 | 8,230 | 8,332 | 8,115 |
| Total options | 8,779 | 7,214 | 7,157 | 6,970 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 595 | 595 |
| Total Price | 44,165 | 45,325 | 40,062 | 41,385 |
| Total Invoice | 40,638 | 41,803 | 36,546 | 37,780 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CX-9 | CX-9 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Touring | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $25 | $25 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Interior air filter | $25 | $25 | ||
| iPod integration | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive, large | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | $50 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | $50 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $700 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,025 | $8,775 | $6,840 | $7,890 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,185 | $1,935 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,090 | -1,785 | 0 | -959 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9
| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | CX-9 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 113.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 199.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 68.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 4,528 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 59.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 35.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 32.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 47.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 2075 | 73% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 50 | Yes |
| Media hard drive | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Limited
| Navigation and Moon Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 50 | Yes |
| Media hard drive | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class II trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Entertainment and Bose Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1000 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Bose, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 46% |
| Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview monitor | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Keyless access and ignition | 250 | No |
| Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Grand Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class II trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Entertainment and Bose Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1000 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Bose, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 46% |
| Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview monitor | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 44% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Explorer
| Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
With discounts it is very reasonably priced for what you get. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
Lots of car for the money. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Great value. Bad for Ford, great for us. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
With the incentives, buying this SUV felt like I was getting a huge bargain. By my 5th year of ownership, I felt like I got ripped off based on the cost to maintain this vehicle. |
| Price of the Ford Explorer: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Too expensive in the market compared to more reliable trucks available like Honda Pilots. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mazda CX-9
| Price of the Mazda CX-9: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
in our price range, dealership took 29,700. 1 mile on it. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
With incentives at the time, the price was right. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
With a $7k price reduction, it was cheaper to buy new than to buy a 1 year old used Crossover with 20 to 30 k on the clock. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cheaper than toyota for what you are getting |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
8500-10000 off |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
0% financing for 5 years. Was considering buying (with cash) from USA and importing to Canada but this and warranty issues made me buy in Canada |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Good lease rates. Compared to competition very good value for the money. |
| Price of the Mazda CX-9: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
deaker not willing to reduce prices-I guess because it was a new model |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
the price is a bit high but not out of control |
