The Mazda CX-9, a full-sized SUV, has been described as an excellent and classy model for several reasons and has been criticized for its power. With SUV sales on the up in the US, the CX-9's task is considerable: it has to be the car of choice for suburban families. The Mazda CX-9 is the perfect blend of upscale style and amenities, enjoyable driving dynamics and with the safety systems and technology consumers demand from a family ride.
Mazda CX-9: Not Just Classy But A Joy To Drive, Too
Gallant and distinctive, the prow-shaped front end makes it impossible to mistake the Mazda CX-9 for any other SUV, even at night thanks to standard LED headlights and Mazda's running light pattern. Offered only in white, silver, gray and black, the Signature trim level upgrades the CX-9 with minimal exterior cosmetic improvements but provides a substantial development in terms of interior materials.
The CX-9 looks sharp and has the best-designed non-luxury vehicles in the market. As a big plus, it's in Mazda DNA to build cars that are exciting to drive. with its shapely curves and sleek angles. Lighter than before and equipped with near perfect brakes, steering, and suspension tuning, the Mazda CX-9 is fun to drive.
That Single Problem In The Mazda CX-9
With the bigger ride comes the expectation of power. Mazda CX-9 owners will be perfectly pleased with the 23mpg-combined fuel economy they get from their crossover and not entirely miss the additional power. But then again, this genre of three-row SUV is there for a while now, writes Business Insider. There have been talks about a downsized engine in an upsized SUV.
The bottom line is that it doesn't feel as quick as it looks. According to some reports, the CX-9 just don't have that energy one might expect from a people-and-stuff-hauler. The Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter, four-cylinder turbocharged engine cranks out only 250 horsepower, as stated on the Mazda website, which is less than what one would get in a competing vehicle with a V6 like GMC Acadia, Ford Explorer or Honda Pilot. The Mazda CX-9 is everything one could want in a sub-$50,000 three-row crossover, plus a little bit more in the form of some nice Mazda driving dynamics.