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Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9 Price Comparison

Ford Explorer vs Mazda CX-9 Price Comparison:
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 $1,513 lower than the Ford Explorer Limited's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Explorer vs. CX-9 Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Mazda CX-9 Touring, the Ford Explorer Limited includes additional features worth $4075. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $4075 adjustment for the Ford Explorer Limited's additional features, the Mazda CX-9 Touring is $1,513 less than the Mazda CX-9 Touring.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda CX-9 Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,513
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,836
Model Year201220072007
ModelExplorerCX-9CX-9
TrimLimitedTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine290hp V6300hp V6300hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/23 MPG16/22 MPG16/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers390, 12?, 11?, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20245/60-18245/50-20
Total Price45,69040,10241,425
Adjustments for Features-4,0750-1,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price41,61540,10240,375
Cost Above Minimum00273
Total Invoice42,17636,57837,812
Adjustments for Features-3,7620-958
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice38,41436,57836,854
Cost Above Minimum00276

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Invoice Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9

Price Comparison (MSRP): Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9

The 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.

Lowest Total Price: Mazda CX-9 Touring
Difference: 5,588
Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda CX-9 Touring
Difference: 5,598
Model Year201220072007
ModelExplorerCX-9CX-9
TrimLimitedTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price37,85531,13532,675
Base Invoice35,26828,79430,215
Package 301A2,250  
Trailer Tow Package570  
All-weather floor mats75125125
Roof rack crossbars120  
AWD2,0001,2001,200
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1,995  
Entertainment and Bose Pkg. 2,5602,560
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 250250
Assistance Package 2,7172,500
Class II trailer hitch 450450
Cargo net 4040
Remote start 350350
Satellite radio 430430
Roof rack 250250
Package 301A 00
Trailer Tow Package 00
All-weather floor mats 100100
Roof rack crossbars 00
AWD 1,1071,107
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 00
Entertainment and Bose Pkg. 2,2022,202
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200200
Assistance Package 2,3372,150
Class II trailer hitch 387387
Cargo net 3232
Remote start 280280
Satellite radio 344344
Roof rack 200200
Total options7,0108,3728,155
Total options6,0837,1897,002
Destination825595595
Total Price45,69040,10241,425
Total Invoice42,17636,57837,812

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9

Model Year201220072007
ModelExplorerCX-9CX-9
TrimLimitedTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200  
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25  
Curve control$50  
Front seat active head restraints $50$50
Hill descent control$250  
Obstacle detection, rear$300  
Safety key$25  
Trailer sway control$25  
Vehicle health reports$0  
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch $200$200
Class III trailer hitch$250  
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125$125
Trailering equipment (7 wire)$150  
Climate Control and Infotainment 
App support$125  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
DVD-compatible player $0$0
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens$1200  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000$1000
HD radio$100  
In-vehicle Internet capability$175  
iPod integration$150  
Navigation, turn-by-turn$50  
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250$250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150  
SMS text-to-speech reader$50  
Traffic + travel information$50  
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Voice control for external devices$50  
WIFI hotspot capability$125  
Exterior 
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 $125
Automatic-off headlights $25 
Compass $25$25
Fog lights$125 $125
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Reconfigurable LCD instruments$300  
Spotter mirrors$40  
Trip computer$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 $25
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled front seats$300  
Folding third row seats $600$600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75$75
Memory system, driver seat$200 $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power-stowing third row seats$1000  
Tailgating position, third row seats$50  
Total Value of Features$9,315$5,240$6,290
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,075$0$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,7620-958

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda CX-9

Model Year20122007
ModelExplorerCX-9
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in113.2 in
Length197.1 in199.6 in
Width78.9 in76.2 in
Height70.4 in68.1 in
Curb Weight4,731 lb.4,528 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.20.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in59.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in56.5 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in40.9 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in38.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in58.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in35.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in56.9 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in43.7 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in32.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.0 ft317.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.8 ft347.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		80.7 ft3100.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Limited

Package 301A
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power liftgate350Yes
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested110058%
Total Not Requested80042%
Trailer Tow Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Oil cooler0No
Class III trailer hitch250No
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%

Option Package Details
Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass25No
Total Requested25091%
Total Not Requested259%
Class II trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class II trailer hitch200Yes
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Entertainment and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Bose, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140072%
Total Not Requested55028%
Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview monitor200Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Keyless access and ignition250Yes
Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems100Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Grand Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass25No
Total Requested25091%
Total Not Requested259%
Class II trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class II trailer hitch200Yes
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Entertainment and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Bose, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140072%
Total Not Requested55028%
Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview monitor200Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems100Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Explorer

Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mazda CX-9

Price of the Mazda CX-9: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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

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