2021 Kia Sorento GT-Line v Mazda CX-9 GT comparison
Two of the best $65,000 seven-seat SUVs in the business go head-to-head. Which one suits you more?
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The 2024 Kia Sorento is available in the following exterior paint colours:
All colours apart from Clear White cost an additional $695.
For the 2022 model year, the CX-9 is available in the following finishes:
*Premium finishes cost $495
Sure this entry-level Kia Sorento may look like a rental-spec vehicle on the outside, but inside it now finally feels fresh and up to date.
Jack Quick
Mazda's largest SUV may be on its farewell tour, but even the base CX-9 has plenty to offer to Aussie families wanting bang for buck.
James Wong
Type | ||
TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1598 - 3470 | 2488 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.2L, 3.5L, 1.6L | 2.5L | |
Induction | ||
DIESEL TURBO 4, V6, TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 - 24 | 16 | |
Power | ||
132kW - 200kW | 170kW | |
Power RPM | ||
3800 - 6300 | 5000 | |
Torque | ||
265Nm - 440Nm | 420Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1500 - 5000 | 2000 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10.5 - 16 | 10.5 |