2023 Mazda CX-9 / 2023 Chevrolet Traverse

2023 Mazda CX-9 Compared to the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse 

The 2023 Mazda CX-9 brings much-desired luxury to the family-centric SUV market. Taking a trip around mid-Michigan or the rest of the state in this dynamic vehicle is an experience that everyone in the family will adore. When comparing the 2023 Mazda CX-9 with a more standard counterpart like the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse, interested customers can see where the attention to a finer driving lifestyle has been placed. The vehicle also boasts several driving-related elements that surpass the Traverse.  

Performance 

Drivers of a 2023 Mazda CX-9 get to experience the overall excellence that comes with the SKYACTIV®-G engine. Delivering 227 horsepower, the performance the engine generates is seamlessly funneled through the SKYACTIV®-Drive automatic transmission. As a result, every press of the gas pedal is greeted with acceleration that is still incredibly smooth while robust. Comparatively, the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a 3.6L V6 engine that offers 310 horsepower. This engine is accompanied by a nine-speed automatic transmission. Overall efficiency is on the side of the CX-9. The EPA has an estimated fuel economy of 20 MPG city/26 MPG highway in the CX-9 compared to the 18 MPG city/27 MPG highway estimates of the Traverse. With standard AWD on the Mazda, drivers of any CX-9 get comprehensive all-season handling when compared to the standard FWD platform of the Traverse.  

Interior Features 

When it comes to providing a deluxe cruising experience, every 2023 Mazda CX-9 outclasses the 2023 Chevy Traverse in several noteworthy areas. Comfort in all seasons is favorable in the standard CX-9 when compared to the standard Traverse. Heated front seating and a dynamic three-zone automatic climate control system are features found in every CX-9 that aren’t present in the standard Traverse. Only select upper-level trims of the Traverse come with standard heated front seating. With a standard 10.25-inch touchscreen, the Mazda makes accessing its various multimedia applications easier than with the seven-inch display in the Traverse. More diverse media content is present in every version of the CX-9 with the inclusion of Pandora® Internet Radio and HD Radio™.  

Safety Features 

When looking for an SUV that is more than capable of making long family vacations safe and enjoyable for everyone, the 2023 Mazda CX-9 comes with a standard feature that is absent from the standard Traverse. Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go is the deluxe iteration of Adaptive Cruise Control that every Mazda comes equipped with for less tiring driving during long highway excursions. Customers looking at a Chevrolet must opt for a more expensive version of the SUV to get the same luxury. Add on the standard AWD that every CX-9 rides on compared to the standard FWD platform in the Traverse, and the Mazda outperforms in any season when it comes to reliable handling.  

Shop for the 2023 Mazda CX-9 at Thelen Mazda in Bay City, MI 

When comparing the 2023 Mazda CX-9 with the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse, you can see all the areas where the Mazda shines. For a deluxe all-around cruising experience in an SUV, make your way to Thelen Mazda and start shopping for a 2023 Mazda CX-9. You and your family won’t be disappointed when it comes to having premium luxury in your everyday rides. For top customer service in mid-Michigan, join the many local customers who have brought their new Mazda shopping needs to Thelen.