2013 Mazda cx9 or 2013 Ford Explorer?

**bigmac22** · May 9th, 2013 04:59 PM

Originally Posted by ano727

I had the same question in November, as I like both of these cars. I suggest you gather as much info from reviews and feedback of present owners, so you can objectively choose between the two. Then go and test drive both cars, whichever feels better for you overall should be the better choice.

This is one very detailed comparo done by professional test drivers.

Here's the detailed comparison review of all premium full size 7-seater crossover SUV.

Three-Row Crossover SUV Comparison - Chevrolet Traverse vs Dodge Durango vs Ford Explorer vs Honda Pilot vs Mazda CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander - Motor Trend

To describe both, I would call Explorer more macho, while CX9 is more sporty.

In the end, I chose CX9 as it's a better deal, made in Japan (I prefer made in Japan than made in US), and I followed an advice of my reliable car mechanic... "Get the best car you like to drive and avoid too much electronics, too much electronics means more costly to maintain and more source of failure." The Yojin3 promo is a bonus.

And my cumulative FC for 95% city (CBD-to-CBD) and 5% hiway is 5.5 km/liter, both by manual and by on-board computer.

Good luck on your choice and let us know what you buy in the end. Both great cars!

Thanks, I have read this review by motor trend, to be honest because of this kaya ako napaisip. Will pm you sir

**bigmac22** · May 9th, 2013 05:02 PM

Originally Posted by niky

Don't quite agree with C&D that the Explorer is that bad on the highway. Obviously, it's big and heavy and not great at twice the speed limit, but it's a brilliant long-distance cruiser. I do agree that the CX9 drives better than any seven-seater has reason to.

Depends on your traffic. In the right (or wrong) traffic, you can get the 3.0 D4D down to 5 km/l, too.

And the interior of CX9 even though outdated still looks premium and well built.

**niky** · May 9th, 2013 07:12 PM

Originally Posted by bigmac22

And the interior of CX9 even though outdated still looks premium and well built.

Yup. Seriously under-appreciated car.

**foresterx** · May 9th, 2013 07:19 PM

Originally Posted by bigmac22

And the interior of CX9 even though outdated still looks premium and well built.

i agree with this, as much as i love my explorer i still think the cx9 has a nice simple solid interior.

**EQAddict** · May 9th, 2013 08:47 PM

Originally Posted by niky

Yup. Seriously under-appreciated car.

Not really i think. I see tons of cx9s on the road nowadays. A testament to people appreciating its good looks and value.

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**IMm29** · May 12th, 2013 03:54 PM

Originally Posted by EQAddict

Not really i think. I see tons of cx9s on the road nowadays. A testament to people appreciating its good looks and value.

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Also jumping on the late 2012 discounting scheme. P300k off!

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**IMm29** · May 12th, 2013 03:59 PM

Originally Posted by IMm29

Also jumping on the late 2012 discounting scheme. P300k off!

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Oh, but not meaning to take anything away from the capability of the CX9. On it's own it is a very potent suv, but the additional discount really made the entry a bit easier.

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