2020 Subaru Ascent vs. 2020 Mazda CX-9
The 2020 Subaru Ascent is one midsize SUV that is loaded with great features. It has a rear seat reminder, which is now a standard. It also offers an eight-seating capacity with its second-row bench seat. The large cargo area makes it even more endearing.
Now carrying the i-Activsense safety suite as a standard, the 2020 Mazda CX-9 also impresses in terms of features. Heated front seats are standard, plus reshuffling of features are expected in upper trims.
Design & Style
Despite attempting to add more seating capacities to the usual setup for a midsize SUV, the 2020 Ascent does not fail at all. It has a generous room to accommodate both kids and tall adults in its seating configuration. For an even more comfortable ride, you can trade in the second-row bench seat for captain’s chairs, and reduce seating to seven. Interior materials are remarkably impressive for this ride as well.
Praised for its high-end cabin materials, the CX-9 seems promising in terms of design too. It can seat up to seven people with the second-row seat, which is reduced to six with the captain’s chair configuration. Despite that promise, it is notable that the space is not good enough to accommodate taller passengers. The handsome styling makes up for what it has lost in the size department.
Technology & Safety
The Ascent has great technology features. Topping the list is its user-friendly infotainment interface, whose functions are backed up by straightforward and easy-to-use buttons. Climate and audio controls work seamlessly for the ride too. Supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, it also has multiple USB ports. For your safety, you get to enjoy pre-collision throttle management, automatic emergency braking, lane departure and sway warning, head-up display, and adaptive cruise control in its EyeSight driver assistance package. It has a rearview camera and rear-seat reminder as well.
Standard features in the CX-9 include the seven-inch touch screen for its Mazda Connect infotainment system with a 7-inch touch screen. It is also equipped with Bluetooth, two USB ports, voice recognition, and internet radio integration that supports Stitcher, Aha, and Pandora apps. The setup is quite confusing though with hard-to-identify controls on the interface.
Performance
The 2020 Subaru Ascent comes with a four-cylinder, 2.4 engine version which is rated at 260 horsepower. The CX-9 comes with the turbo-four which only results up to 227 horsepower.
The Bottom Line
With all the great amenities and design loaded in the 2020 Subaru Ascent, you will never get wrong choosing it over the CX-9. It has reliable technology and safety features to back it up, and it also has a strong engine to bring you to your destination.
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