2021 Mazda CX-9 AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
Sport AWD vs Sport FWD
AWD adds $1,900. Costs $70 more a year in fuel.
$2,317more over 6 years
- 23 vs 24 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport FWD Sport AWD | $34,160 $36,060 | $1,900 | 24 mpg 23 mpg | $1,600 $1,670 | $2,317 | +173 lb |
| Touring FWD Touring AWD | $35,950 $37,850 | $1,900 | 24 mpg 23 mpg | $1,600 $1,670 | $2,317 | +173 lb |
| Carbon Edition FWD Carbon Edition AWD | $41,280 $43,180 | $1,900 | 24 mpg 23 mpg | $1,600 $1,670 | $2,317 | +173 lb |
| Grand Touring FWD Grand Touring AWD | $42,140 $44,040 | $1,900 | 24 mpg 23 mpg | $1,600 $1,670 | $2,317 | +173 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree