2023 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

Picture of the 2023 Mazda CX-9

2023 Mazda
CX-9

MSRP*: $38,750 to $48,460
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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MPG - City 20 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 71.2 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 199.4 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 77.5 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Mazda CX-9 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-9, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda CX-9 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Mazda CX-9 or the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-9 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Mazda CX-9, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Handling
The Mazda CX-9 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Mazda CX-9 and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-9 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Utility
The Mazda CX-9 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Mazda CX-9 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.