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2007 Mazda CX-9 Full Review
Date Published: 7/18/08
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2007 Mazda CX-9 Review
Mazda's first seven-passenger SUV bows for 2007. Like Mazda's five-seat CX-7 SUV, CX-9 is a car-type midsize wagon. But it's larger and borrows its engine and shares some underskin design with the Edge at Ford, Mazda's corporate parent. CX-9 comes in Sport, Touring, and top-line Grand Touring models. It has a 263-hp V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission. All models are available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive that lacks low-range gearing. ABS and traction/antiskid control with rollover sensors are standard. So are front side airbags and curtain side airbags that cover all three seating rows and include rollover deployment. Seating includes folding benches; the 2nd row splits 60/40, the 3rd row 50/50. The 2nd-row seat reclines and slides fore/aft to favor passenger or cargo space. Tri-zone climate control and tilt/telescope steering wheel are standard. Tourings add leather upholstery and heated power front seats. Grand Tourings include xenon headlamps and 20-inch wheels vs. 18s. A sunroof and DVD entertainment are optional but can't be ordered together. A power liftgate and a navigation system with rearview camera are available on Touring and Grand Touring. This evaluation is based on preview test drives.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to eight-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer and Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7 and CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer and Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7 and CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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2007 Mazda CX-9 Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Handling | Fuel economy |
| Instruments/controls | Rear visibility |
| Passenger and cargo room | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Strong from a stop, though passing power only adequate. Transmission alert, responsive, negating the need for its manual shift gate. Maximum towing capacity is 3500 lb.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5.2 |
Strong from a stop, though passing power only adequate. Transmission alert, responsive, negating the need for its manual shift gate. Maximum towing capacity is 3500 lb.
Fuel Economy
AWD CX-9 test cars averaged 15.7-18.9 mpg. CX-9 uses regular-grade fuel.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
AWD CX-9 test cars averaged 15.7-18.9 mpg. CX-9 uses regular-grade fuel.
Ride Quality
Final evaluation awaits full road test. Preview test drives show firm suspension tuning and Grand Touring models' standard 20-inch tires don't smother large bumps as well as Ford Edge. Still, any CX-9 rides pleasantly with little undue harshness.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
Final evaluation awaits full road test. Preview test drives show firm suspension tuning and Grand Touring models' standard 20-inch tires don't smother large bumps as well as Ford Edge. Still, any CX-9 rides pleasantly with little undue harshness.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Steering nicely weighted while cornering. Body lean well contained in fast turns. Tidy turning radius makes CX-9 easy to maneuver in tight spots. Solid braking control, though one test Grand Touring had slightly mushy pedal feel.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 4.5 |
Steering nicely weighted while cornering. Body lean well contained in fast turns. Tidy turning radius makes CX-9 easy to maneuver in tight spots. Solid braking control, though one test Grand Touring had slightly mushy pedal feel.
Quietness
Engine barely noticed while cruising and at idle, sounds refined while accelerating. Wind noise impressively low, though coarse-surface tire thrum intrudes.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 5.6 |
Engine barely noticed while cruising and at idle, sounds refined while accelerating. Wind noise impressively low, though coarse-surface tire thrum intrudes.
Controls
Gauges wash out in direct sunlight, are otherwise easy to read. Most controls fall easily to hand. Navigation system separate from climate controls, but integrates many audio controls, complicating some simple adjustments. Interior materials very good for the price level.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.6 |
Gauges wash out in direct sunlight, are otherwise easy to read. Most controls fall easily to hand. Navigation system separate from climate controls, but integrates many audio controls, complicating some simple adjustments. Interior materials very good for the price level.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Ample leg room. Tall occupants may wish for more head room, even without the optional sunroof. Chair-height seating provides commanding view forward and to the side.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Ample leg room. Tall occupants may wish for more head room, even without the optional sunroof. Chair-height seating provides commanding view forward and to the side.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Adult-size head and leg room, as long as sliding/reclining 2nd-row seat in its furthest aft position. Easy access to 3rd-row seat thanks to wide door opening, sliding 2nd row. Adults will be comfortable for short trips in the 3rd row as long as 2nd-row seat is not all the way back.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.1 |
Adult-size head and leg room, as long as sliding/reclining 2nd-row seat in its furthest aft position. Easy access to 3rd-row seat thanks to wide door opening, sliding 2nd row. Adults will be comfortable for short trips in the 3rd row as long as 2nd-row seat is not all the way back.
Cargo Room
Decent space with 3rd-row seat up becomes ample with it down, and cavernous with the 2nd row folded. Third row folds flat, but 2nd row slightly raised above cargo floor, which can complicate loading of large items. Open liftgate clears six-footer heads. All doors have convenient map pockets. Small-item interior storage otherwise average.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Decent space with 3rd-row seat up becomes ample with it down, and cavernous with the 2nd row folded. Third row folds flat, but 2nd row slightly raised above cargo floor, which can complicate loading of large items. Open liftgate clears six-footer heads. All doors have convenient map pockets. Small-item interior storage otherwise average.
Value within Class
CX-9 is a stylish, refined entry that adeptly balances solid driving dynamics with generous passenger and cargo room. Count among its demerits a lack of surplus highway passing punch and costly option packages that quickly inflate sticker prices. Still, this Mazda is a good choice in an increasingly crowded field of seven-seat midsize SUVs.
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 7 | 6 | 6 | 5.9 |
CX-9 is a stylish, refined entry that adeptly balances solid driving dynamics with generous passenger and cargo room. Count among its demerits a lack of surplus highway passing punch and costly option packages that quickly inflate sticker prices. Still, this Mazda is a good choice in an increasingly crowded field of seven-seat midsize SUVs.
Total Score
| AWD Touring | 2WD Grand Touring | AWD Grand Touring | Class Average |
| 64 | 63 | 63 | 58.4 |
Scores for all Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 48 | |
| Average Score | 58 | |
| High Score | 69 |
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2007 Mazda CX-9 Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 03/29/2007
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD Sport 4-door wagon | $29,035 | $26,857 | $595 |
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| AWD Sport 4-door wagon | $30,235 | $27,964 | $595 |
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| 2WD Touring 4-door wagon | $31,135 | $28,794 | $595 |
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| AWD Touring 4-door wagon | $32,335 | $29,900 | $595 |
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| 2WD Grand Touring 4-door wagon | $32,675 | $30,215 | $595 |
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| AWD Grand Touring 4-door wagon | $33,875 | $31,322 | $595 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Sport
Powertrain
3.5-liter V6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system w/rollover sensor, tire-pressure monitor.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/tri-zone automatic climate controls (including rear controls), power steering, tilt/telescope leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, height-adjustable driver seat, center console, cupholders, 2nd- and 3rd-row split folding seats, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD player, digital-media player connection, digital clock, tachometer, outside-temperature indicator, variable-intermittent wipers, illuminated visor mirrors, map lights, rear defogger, variable-intermittent rear wiper/washer, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, rear spoiler.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
245/60R18 tires, alloy wheels, AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
Touring adds to Sport:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather upholstery, heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, 4-way power passenger seat.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
Grand Touring adds to Touring:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Driver-seat memory, keyless access and starting, wireless cell phone link, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Xenon headlights, fog lights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
245/50R20 tires, AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Entertainment and Bose Pkg.
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$2,560
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$2,202
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DVD entertainment system, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, 115-volt power outlet. Sport requires 8-way power driver seat.
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Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$1,760
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$1,514
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Power sunroof, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer. NA w/Entertainment and Bose Pkg.
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Assistance Pkg.
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Touring
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$2,717
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$2,337
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Grand Touring
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$2,500
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$2,150
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Navigation system, rearview camera, keyless access and starting (Touring), power liftgate. Requires Entertainment and Bose Pkg. or Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
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Towing Pkg.
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Touring, Grand Touring
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$450
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$387
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Heavy-duty cooling, trailer-hitch receiver and wiring harness.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$500
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$400
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Satellite radio
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$430
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$344
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8-way power driver seat
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Sport
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$350
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$301
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Automatic day/night rearview mirror
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$250
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$200
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Includes universal garage door opener, compass.
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Cargo cover
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$205
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$165
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Remote engine start
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$350
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$280
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Rubber floormats
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$125
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$100
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Roof rails
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$250
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$200
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Special paint
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Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
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$200
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$174
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2007 Mazda CX-9 Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Mazda CX-9 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 113.2 |
| Overall Length, in. | 199.8 |
| Overall Width, in. | 76.2 |
| Overall Height, in. | 68.0 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4546 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 100.7 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 20.1 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.6 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 40.9 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 39.0 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 39.8 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.5 /213 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 263 @ 6250 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 249 @ 4500 |
| Availability | Standard |
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| 6-speed automatic | 16/22 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Mazda CX-9 4-door wagon |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/60,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/Unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
Japan
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
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Tester's Comments
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Major Options: Sirius Satellite Radio, Moonroof/6-CD Package, Towing Package Consumer Guide® Fuel Economy: 15.75 mpg (what's this?) Problems During Test: None From The Back Seat Chuck Giametta The CX-9's suave good looks and attractive, comfortable cabin speak to a more refined sensibility than mustered by crossovers that are intentionally more "trucky." And yet, the CX-7 is clearly not a minivan, though it functions like one and drives like one. This, indeed, may be the best of both worlds. Jennifer Geiger CX-9 can get a bit pricey but overall it's a classy, comfortable, versatile alternative to a minivan. Matt Jaster In a market saturated with gadgets, gizmos and special effects, it's nice to know there are sport utility vehicles that act like sport utility vehicles. The CX-9 is an excellent choice for those who need a minivan without the social stigma typically attached to one. I'd still go with the Saturn Outlook first, but the CX-9 is worth a second look. |
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