Mazda CX-9 vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison
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For the Mazda CX-9 vs. Ford Taurus price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the CX-9 vs. Taurus Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the CX-9 and Taurus will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Ford Taurus SEL's price is $3,105 lower than the Mazda CX-9 Touring's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda CX-9 vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,105 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 3,682 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | CX-9 | CX-9 | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Touring | Grand Touring | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 273hp V6 | 273hp V6 | 300hp V6 | 300hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 17/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 245/50-20 | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | 35,010 | 36,825 | 29,675 | 31,430 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,230 | -3,880 | 0 | -775 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 32,780 | 32,945 | 29,675 | 30,655 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 165 | 0 | 980 |
| Total Invoice | 32,993 | 34,749 | 27,209 | 28,855 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,102 | -3,661 | 0 | -712 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 30,891 | 31,088 | 27,209 | 28,143 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 197 | 0 | 934 |
Invoice Comparison: Mazda CX-9 vs. Ford Taurus
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda CX-9 vs. Ford TaurusThe 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: Ford Taurus SEL | ||||
| Difference: 5,335 | ||||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | ||||
| Difference: 5,784 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | CX-9 | CX-9 | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Touring | Grand Touring | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 31,645 | 33,735 | 23,635 | 27,620 |
| Base Invoice | 29,941 | 31,917 | 21,801 | 25,388 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 275 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 125 | 125 | 75 | 75 |
| Satellite radio | 430 | 430 | 195 | 195 |
| Remote start | 350 | 350 | 395 | 395 |
| AWD | 1,390 | 1,390 | 1,850 | 1,850 |
| Safety and Security Package | 695 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 895 | |||
| Heated front seats | 240 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Stability control | 495 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 0 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 57 | |||
| Satellite radio | 170 | |||
| Remote start | 343 | |||
| AWD | 1,666 | |||
| Safety and Security Package | 0 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 0 | |||
| Heated front seats | 0 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Stability control | 431 | |||
| Total options | 2,570 | 2,295 | 5,240 | 3,010 |
| Total options | 2,257 | 2,037 | 4,608 | 2,667 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | 35,010 | 36,825 | 29,675 | 31,430 |
| Total Invoice | 32,993 | 34,749 | 27,209 | 28,855 |
Features Comparison: Mazda CX-9 vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | CX-9 | CX-9 | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Touring | Grand Touring | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| iPod integration | $150 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $50 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,980 | $8,630 | $4,750 | $5,525 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,230 | $3,880 | $0 | $775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,102 | -3,661 | 0 | -712 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda CX-9 vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | CX-9 | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 200.2 in | 200.4 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 68.0 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,546 lb. | 3,814 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.4 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.5 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.9 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 35.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 43.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 32.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
SEL
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 23% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recline, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Exterior temperature gauge | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
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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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Taurus
| Price of the Ford Taurus: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
with the rebates the price was under the acura tl awd with tech. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taurus & Five Hundred sell for very low prices compared to the value they provide |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
I think the Taurus is affordable for the provided features |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very low cost for decent overall quality. |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Purchased 2002 wagon used in 2005 with less than 30k miles for only $10,000. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Low price for its class. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car is just cheap to purchase. I think the going price for a used Taurus is around 5k. |
