2016 / 2017 Mazda CX-9 First Drive Review | in 4K UHD! 

man, you are one of the best car reviewers on youtube if not the best. thanks for such a detailed honest review, great job alex.

Finally... ....I've been waiting for this review for a long time.

I've been watching reviews on CX9's all week, and this is the best presented and most informative one I've seen. Thank you, that was marvellous.

Finally. I have been waiting to see a super in-depth review of this vehicle. I saw it at an autoshow and it is amazing. Thank you.

Not really a fan of large SUVs but when I saw this I had to check it out. Gorgeous design, especially when you see it in person! Interior is ace too. Interesting to see the luxury finesse and features for significantly less money than actual luxury offerings.

Finally. I have been waiting to see a super in-depth review of this vehicle. I saw it at an autoshow and it is amazing.

I really enjoy your reviews. They are so thorough, so well shot. I appreciate that you include 4k. Keep up the good work.

This is the most thorough review I’ve ever seen - great job man !

This is an excellent review. Detailed but quick and touches most all the bases. Good job, Alex.

I really appreciated the ratings being highlighted THROUGHOUT the video! Great job.

I work at a Mazda dealer and this is a fantastic review. you have to sit in, drive, and play with the control knob to see how great this is. top trims are more on par with the xc90 Volvo

YES! Thank you Alex, been waiting for this one for a while, definitely my next car.

Another great review Alex!! Can't wait for the full review -- if it can be any fuller! Keep up the good work.

Great review! You're the man! Best car reviews on RU-vid

Wow. Beautiful inside and out. Mazda is really on its game recently. Easily competes with my MDX.

Always love Alex reviews!! Keep up the good work

I was considering Kia Sorento ,but men Mazda looks very nice.Looking forward to see next video about CX 9. Thank you Alex.

Test drove one of these yesterday. Awesome!

wow what a nice looking suv. definitely in my shopping list.

Much better looking than the old model.

Excellent and very thorough review! Thanks

Great review man. Left no stone unturned!

Great review Alex!

Im buying this car...

This wood is spectacular. I am not sure my mom's Q5 has a better interior.

man, you did a lot of homework on this vehicle. The most detailed review I've ever seen. For this, I subscribe your channel. Very very nice job. Maybe you can sometimes do some reviews on performance cars~~~ Keep it up, dude.

thanks for the review,. really helped me more than showroom explanation.

Alex, first off great reviews as always! I look forward to your videos every time when you upload one. I was wondering by any chance if you could review the top of the line FIAT 500X? Much appreciated!

amazing detailed review...car looks good...very well analyzed.

Mazda finally did a heads-up display justice, none of that gimmicky pop-up plastic.

It actually looks beautiful, I'm impressed

Very professional review. Good job

Really helpful video. Nicely done too. Thanks!

Excellent review. Thanks.

I took a test drive of this the other day. love the way it drives of course it's Mazda. the turning radius is surprisingly shorter than my 2016 Jetta which is impressive for vehicle of its size. That 4 cylinder doesn't feel short on power at all. oh and this car is super quite from inside.

Very, very thorough and comprehensive review Alex. This is the first one of yours I've watched. Surely you're out of breath often because it seemed that you talked non-stop from beginning to end!

Very helpful review, thank you

Mazda is stepping up their game. Got their Mazda 3, Would've loved the new and improved HUD on the other models and wish they would release Apple Carplay and Android Auto.

I have just discover you, and I found your reviews perfect for me! Thank you! . Hey, when do you think that the CX-5 will receive the same interior-design that Mazda has given this CX-9 and CX-3?

Cooled seats and more power would be two things I'd like to see along with the ability to get the signature trim in something less monochromatic. It's a good option and one I'll look at.

Excellent, detailed review as usual Alex. No one gives a review quite like you. Please consider reviewing the coming Honda Ridgeline. It would be great to see your opinion on it. Cheers!

I love your reviews, I have a concern on soft plastic today in the das (that most of the companies are doing), it will last longer and keep the same quality with the years?

You sir are a great reviewer.

Great review

nice review here, thank you

Great video bud.

another great vid. thanks

what a great review. Most journalists out there would need a month with the car to get 2 min of material. thank you

Just want to add this as well: according to Mazda, zero to 60 wasn't in the character of the new CX 9. They were concentrate on the driving aspect of it. You can find this information on Motoman Tv. A Mazda engineer breaks down the whole motor for you

So many As! Happy to hear the noise is controlled. How does it track, like does it need lots of corrections? The HUD is so much nicer than that plastic thing that was in the 3.

Very good reviewer! How do you drive and be so informative at the same time 8|

i hope the new CX5 will look like this.

Alex you make the best video car reviews on RU-vid! No one can touch you! You are the only one who actually details 3rd row seating which is important to many! Did mazda say anything about Android Auto and Apple Car Play. Omission of that is the biggest disappointment! Can you dig deep and see if they will hit that owners will be able to upgrade to it when the time comes?

Can't wait to see your future review on the all new GMC Arcadia.

Hi Alex, thanks for the review. Just a quick irrelevant question: In which part of California did you shoot this review? The views are amazing!!

you are awesome!!! good job!

Alex you're doing excellent job!!! But why are you skipping the explorer sport? Really want to see the explorer on your channel.

Hi Alex, Thanks for great review as always... Did you get a chance to drive the car for some more time and how was your impression of this car after driving it for a lets say a week?

Yes yes yes yes! I was just waiting for this review, can't decide between this or the 17 Highlander or the new Pilot

Another excellent review ! Alex, one question if you have the time: Which SUVs have brake hold? I know that the Kia Sorento does, but it seems few others offer it. I love the brake hold feature. My BMW X550 also had it. Thank you.

Reviews don't get more comprehensive than this!

It Looks Upscale! Very Nice, put this One on my List!

Hi, Alex, When will you do a review of the MAZDA 6 sedan? Thanks.

Alex, with the real wood trim in the CX-9, do you think it competes with luxury entries than the mass market entries?

A non luxury vehicle with luxury qualities. How does this have real wood as well as better leather while a luxury Jeep like the Acura MDX doesn't? It's extremely weird

Hi Alex, great review! Thanks for all the detail. Really enjoyed your format. Quick question: you mentioned the cargo space with the 3rd row up being 14.4 cubic feet. That seems significantly reduced compared to the outgoing CX-9. Can you provide the cargo space with 3rd row down as well as with both the 2nd and 3rd row down? One of the things that I appreciated about the previous gen (which I own) is the more than 100 cubic feet of total cargo space (only the Pilot is bigger). I'm worried this new CX-9 will be significantly reduced. Have you been able to query Mazda on why such a significant change? (if confirmed). Thanks!

Great Review Alex! I am kind of surprised at the pricing for this vehicle considering there is no engine upgrade. I kind of wished they would have did something different in terms of the headlamp and tail lamp designs. Where are the vented seats?

So basically you love it! :) Are you going to do a Child Car seat review for this car?

Thanks for the review Alex! No vented seats on the top trim is a bit of a downer, but everything else looks great -especially the HUD. Replacing my 2008 CX-9 with the 2016 or a Volvo XC90. Still deciding.

interior is pretty much on par with luxury SUVs

The tail lights are too small for the rear end.

Another solid review Alex!! So the lesser 2017 CX-5 GT can now be had with heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and 6-way power passenger seat, but I can't get any of those in the "more premium" 2017 CX-9 GT or Signature (US Spec)??? If Mazda offered a package that included those features, plus ventilated front seats, a pano sunroof and remote start that didn't require a subscription or additional fob, I'd buy it immediately. Until that happens, I'll keep waiting or buy a Ford Edge Sport (which comes with all of those features I want). HUD display is nice, but not a deal-breaker for me. Still, this Mazda design (int and ext) is intriguing!

Alex, I to wish for more power. I also am trying to figure out why they had to resort to 4cyl to lighten the load when Honda some how made the Pilot larger and lighter at the same time. I know that Mazda is a smaller OEM and that may be the reason for some of my criticism. For instance I was hoping they would upgrade the transmission to an 8,9 or ten speed. No panoramic sunroof which is pretty much available on every other make of CUV. Cooled seats would have been nice.. I love the look, inside and out as it appears very premium. If Ford decides to redo the Flex then both of them will be at the top of my list. I am for some reason as I have told you before attached to the Flex. Once again great review and keep up the good work. Cant believe that some less knowledgeable folks here would insinuate that you are getting paid by Mazda for a good review. I thought OEM stopped that in the 90's due to backlash and rep damage.

Hi Alex, Are you planning to add another detailed video after driving it for a week.

Everywhere on youtube I hear Madza, Mazda, Mazda. Consumer reports seems to be in love with Mazda along with bunch of other youtube channels and magazines. Did Mazda become Honda or Toyota on budget?

i really like their new grill design

Great review on the CX-9. I am curious to see how this compares to the new GMC Acadia. I live in Manhattan, and the new Pilot, the new GMC Acadia are shorter in length making it potentially a better choice for more urban dwellers.

Must. Watch. Full review!

Love ur videos but will u be doing the Lincoln Continental and the new Ford F-150

Looks great thanks Alex. Is there a cargo cover for the back trunk if we keep the third row seats down?

alex what SUV would you recommend between 2016 CX9 vs 2017 MDX vs 2016 Honda Pilot or any other SUV.... specially if it needs child seat in middle seat

i live in SF too and want to know what roads do you test drive on? they look really fun!

dont hate on the Durango, i love that thing. especially the r/t model with the hemi

Hi Ales. In your view, just to compare the safety features between the CX-9 and the MDX, (passive, active, AWD, lights, etc.) which is superior? how does this AWD system compare to the MDX's SH-AWD?

I love your videos Alex and I watch at least 2 everyday. Just for perspective I drive a 2014 BMW 328d which gets 45-50mpg on the highway, I am definitely a car guy and looking to upgrade to a 3 row SUV for the family. I don't want to spend more than 45k, I don't want to pay for premium gas and value high mpg, and also drove the 2016 Kia Sorento. Test drove the the cx9 with my wife last week. The 4 sylinder drives well but I am concerned about how it loses power at high rpm. It does not have an eco mode or start stop technology which I think would have really helped get it better mpg in the city. The technology is definitely more than what the Kia Sorento offers but Mazda falls short in the navigation department. Their maps look very outdated and not high resolution. It seems like they decided to just make icons big to compensate for the lack of thought put into making the navigation graphics good. It really doesn't have any depth or character. The navigation screen also seems small because Of the big black bezel around the screen. The heads up display is amazing and I like it better than the one in my BMW. The control nob does not allow you to use it as a "back" jester by pushing it to your left, so you actually have to take your eyes off the road to hit the "back" button. The second row has a hump in the middle so it might be difficult to fit 3 adults there but on the plus side it has automatic climate control there which is mostly found in luxury vehicles. Unfortunately the 3rd row does not have any AC vents which could be a problem for even short trips on hot days if the car takes a while to cool down. How did Mazda miss giving the front passengers seats the ability to go up and down? They either didn't think your passengers matter or they did it to save weight for a more zoom zoom drive. The signature trim leather is nice but it would have been better if they were perforated because they would feel nicer and not as hard. Overall it is a very good SUV and my wife loves it more than the Kia Sorento because it gets good gas mileage with AWD, drives and feels like a small car for when she is alone in the car. I wish Mazda would do something about that bad navigation system/map.

Alex - Can you comment on driver seat general comfort/headroom? Understand it took a hit because of lack of lumbar adjustment, but was the seat comfortable/roomy? Would a driver at 6'3" be comfortable? Thanks

Hi Alex, Nice car but my main issue is the extended front grille which can get damage if parked on the streets of large cities like New York City. I wish they had a bumper that stock-out.

Alex, I am in the market for an SUV with a k budget. How would you rate the CX9, Durango, Explorer, Sorento from first to last. I really like this CX however I think I am just shy of some of the options I believe come with the Durango at less price point such as roof rails etc.

Alex, I'm in the market for this segment. If you were to choose, this or honda pilot or toyota highlander 2017? Im actually waiting for the new highlander but this vehicle is interesting. Help me decide. Let me know what is your choice

Sorry, didn't quite understand what you said @ 2:50. Max torque on 87 octane drops from 310ft-lb, or it peaks @ >4k rpm?

Stuck between the Pilot EX-L, Highlander LE plus, and the CX-9 Touring. Driving, Reliability, Safety & Interior Space are the main factors. Any advice ?

The best looking SUV out now among all classes. i would usually go nah to 4 cylinders, but mazda somehow gets their new 4 bangers to sound so nice with exhaust.

Hello Alex. I wanted to ask you a question. I've look at your review for the Mazda, and Acura MDX. I want to make a purchase but wanted your quick opinion. If you had to personally buy one, which would it be? The Mazda CX-9, or the Acura MDX? Thank you for your time, and great reviews.

Hey can you do an Audi A4 2017 review? Great videos btw

Will you do another video of the 2019 CX9 with the upgrades they have?

Alex on Autos - I love how detailed and methodical your reviews are. I am a bit confused by something and hope you might be able to clarify for me. I watched your review of the Honda Pilot and this review of the Mazda CX-9 and in this video despite stating that the Pilot has more second and third row space, you gave the CX-9 higher scores for second and third row. Is that because the seats in the CX-9 are more comfortable despite slightly less space or are there other design aspects that contributed to the higher score for the CX-9 in those two categories?

I figured the engine would be only just barely adequate when every singly review was basically regurgitating Mazda's PR department's focus on the engine being more than enough for most driver's. This is the first review that somewhat mentioned the engine power is not all it's cracked up to be, and I believe Alex over all the other reviews because like I said each review has been a complete regurgitation of Mazda's press release. Thanks for the honesty Alex.

Not too concerned re size. Will likely never use a 3rd row of seats. My one concern with this vehicle is the size and power of the engine. Will take a look nonetheless.

Great review, Alex. One piece of feedback: you definitely use the word 'definitely' too much... definitely ;-)

@Alex, how does the interior of a CX-9 in both fit and finish compared to the Lexus RX. I'll be interested to know this since the CX-9 seems to have become more luxurious especially in the signature Editions.