2019 Mazda CX-9 review
Mazda CX-9 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Comfortable and quiet
- Premium interior
- Sporty handling
Cons
- Tight third row
- Limited cargo space
- Low towing capacity
Mileage (EPA estimate)
20 city, 26 highway, 23 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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2019 Mazda CX-9 is the company's flagship three-row crossover SUV
The Mazda CX-9 holds onto the same signature styling for the new model year but the three-row SUV gets several upgrades for 2019. These new features include Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, a 360-degree view monitor, ventilated front seats, and SiriusXM Travel Link services. Mazda's flagship SUV also gets a refined and retuned suspension as well as better sound suppression for a quieter, smoother ride. The 2019 CX-9 is available in four trim levels ranging from the base-level Sport to the top-level Signature. Front-wheel drive is standard, with the option of all-wheel drive for all-season drivability. The interior has a premium feel, and while the front two rows offer good space, the third row is a tight fit for two adults. One of the better-handling three-row crossovers on the market, the CX-9 competes favorably against other midsize SUVs like the Honda Pilot, Subaru Ascent, and Volkswagen Atlas.
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What is new for the 2019 Mazda CX-9?
- CX-9 trims have been upgraded with A/C Seat(s), Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
- The Grand Touring trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
2019 Mazda CX-9 trims
Sport:
- 227-hp, 310-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- Smart Key
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Air Conditioning
- View our Mazda CX-9 Sport inventory
Touring:
- Includes all features available on the Sport
- Leather Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Seats
- Automated Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- View our Mazda CX-9 Touring inventory
Grand Touring:
- Includes all features available on the Touring
- Head Up Display
- Parking Sensors
- Sunroofs
- Memory Seats
- Rear Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Rear Sunshade
- View our Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring inventory
Signature:
- Includes all features available on the Grand Touring
- No significant upgrades found on the Signature
- View our Mazda CX-9 Signature inventory
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What We Like
Driving: The CX-9 brings a level of performance that almost seems out of place on a vehicle of this type. Acceleration is strong—especially when equipped with all-wheel drive—so passing slower traffic is no problem and the CX-9 quickly gets up to highway speed. The brakes provide quick stopping power, and the steering has a crisp response for an enjoyable driving experience. With a smooth-shifting transmission, the CX-9 delivers a smooth, comfortable ride.
Technology: The CX-9's dial-based infotainment system is relatively easy to navigate. Cellphone integration and pairing are also seamless and quick, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are welcome additions. Voice recognition works quite well, making it easy to enter an address into the navigation without taking your hands off the wheel. Advanced driver-assist features work well, including forward collision warning and lane keeping assistance.
Interior: For a non-luxury SUV, the Mazda CX-9 has a premium vibe to the cabin. Most controls are within easy reach of the driver, and the display screen is easy to read. The front seats offer good support and remain comfortable even after several hours behind the wheel. Access to the cabin is easy, with tall openings and shorter doors that can be opened wider in tight spaces. Second-row passengers will find good legroom and headroom with available rear heated seats. Third-row passengers will find legroom limited, but the wider seats feel less cramped than expected.
What Needs Improvement
Utility: While the cabin feels roomy, it seems to come at the expense of cargo-carrying capacity—space behind the third row is smaller than in many of the CX-9's competitors. The second row folds flat, providing a reasonable amount of stowage with the convenience of a flat cargo floor. Towing capacity is 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, which is also less than the competition.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Mazda CX-9 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Mazda CX-9 4th out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs.
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Grand Touring 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
227
Torque (ft-lbs)
310
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
19
Wheelbase
115.3"
Overall length
199.4"
Width
77.5"
Height
67.6"
Leg room
F 41"/M 39.4"/R 29.7"
Front tires
P255/50VR20
Rear tires
P255/50VR20
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
350/3500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2019 Mazda CX-9 FAQ
The 2019 Mazda CX-9 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Grand Touring : 22 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Signature : 20 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Sport : 22 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Touring : 22 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
The Mazda CX-9 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Mazda CX-9 as 3 out of 16 among Fullsize SUV
The 2019 Mazda CX-9 has received an average 4.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 Mazda CX-9, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 Mazda CX-9 Reviews.
The 2019 Mazda CX-9 has a maximum towing capacity of 3500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2019 Mazda CX-9:
- A/C Seat(s)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
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