Very nice review. We purchased a white Signature model last week and just love it. I was set on the 2017 Acura MDX until finding out about this Mazda vehicle. So MUCH more value with the Mazda. We were Honda/Acura people for years, but this Mazda design has won us over.
Really enjoyed the thorough walkthrough. It has been frustrating seeing other pictures/videos elsewhere they don't show in detail what each of the buttons do, so I appreciated that.
+shane premraj XLE and Touring trims on the Highlander and pilot look great. The seats in the Highlander directly comes from the Lexus RX, and the pilot Touring is a computer tech on wheels. This CX9 is great too, I've never seen one, (maybe I should), but the XLE and Touring are really nice.
What a gorgeous car and a very informative video. Congrats on your new car! I bought my 2016 Mazda3 9 months ago and am loving it. Definitely the best small car in my opinion.
Amazing review of this Mazda CX-9. This CX-9 never gets old. I am waiting mine to arrive from Hiroshima, Japan - Now in Canada. It's a dark blue 2023 Mazda CX-9 GT with the Black interior. SO excited to get it! Thanks once again for this in-depth video!
We drove them all and it came down between the Lexus, Highlander, and CX9. Man Mazda killed it with this SUV. It's quieter than the Lexus and had all the features my wife wanted. My wife loves her CX9 and I steal it every chance I get. The best part is you don't see them on every street corner.
TRDRacing same here...cross shopped this with RX350, Highlander Platinum or Ltd and MDX but ended up with the 9! Just way better in most aspects and most of all not at all common on the roads.
Very detailed review and I must thank you for it! I saw the car today in showroom and both me and wife agree it's amazing and we will hopefully get it with 3 months
I really enjoyed your review. You hit the right spots and details and I felt like I was listening to a real person rather than a salesperson. I also really like this vehicle after having driven the Honda PIlot and Toyota Highlander. This is the best of the three.
Great video. I've been looking at the Mazda CX-9 since the new body came out. I test drove it and it made me a believer in the v4 turbo. what i really inpressed me about the car was how car like the interiors were. I had a Mazda 626 back in the day and I've always liked the Mazda brand. they did a great job on the CX-9
Jus bought one today in jet black, love it, this thing is so awsum lukin and comfortable..and i luv the fog lights tiny bt powerful n smthng different...
The CX-8 is on sale in Asia, with a 2.2 SkyActive Turbo Diesel. Its a long wheelbase CX-5. I bought a CX-9 Signature about a month ago. Very impressed so far.
Great review. I just bought a 2017 Audi A4 and was looking into switching to an Audi SUV but this thing is so beautiful that I'm going to jump on the Mazda ship.
Great review! I'll be picking one of these bad boys up sometime this year. One of the best priced, best performing and not to mention, sexiest cars on the road today.
Congratulations on a beautiful Crossover. I admire the strategy of focusing torque down low. One thing I have read about that though, is the lack of grunt when already up to speed on the highway. But still, the strategy is perfect for city driving which I do a lot of and average 12mpgs in my EcoBoost Flex and V6 Terrain. Goodluck with it, and hopefully not too many 1st-year gremlins. Don't worry about the round exhaust tips...they were reversed engineered for the midcycle refresh conformal exhaust finishers.
Watching this video on 2022. I watched this nearly 6 years ago and now I own a 100th anniversary CX9. Pretty much nothing changed apart from the infotainment system. Still, LOVE it.
First of all thanks so much for the video I wish you have fun with your car along with your family and make a lot of good memories together I was still having trouble to make my decision weather I should buy cx9 or not but after the facelift for cx9 you just can't say I will not buy it It's worth the price an I believe that it's not a boring car to drive everyday I recommend for you to tined the glass an protect the seats caz the seat color is so beautiful an it could become darker if not maintain Have a long happy an healthy life for you and your family
Nice Review. I've owned six Mazda's since 2005. All of them have been top notch. I'm looking to replace my wife's Mazda 5 which she loves, with the CX-9. We had a long term test ride in a 2014 model when her car was in the shop for some repairs (after 7 years, and 200K miles the Dash computer went belly up. NO GAUGES! But Mazda replaced it for free! #LoveMazda); she liked it, but hated the fuel economy on that V6. Looks like the new Turbo Four is better on gas, and just as powerful. Can't wait to take it for a test spin.
I haven't driven this one, but I know exactly what you mean when you say, "It drives like a Mazda." I owned 2 of them until a couple months ago, and I have been driving them for the past 17 years. Thanks for sharing.
I drive a 2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited. My 2006 Mazda 3 GT was totaled in an accident back in April, but my wife still has her 2005 Mazda 3s. We bought both new. As for the Subaru, I needed something spacious, safe and reliable. The same options on my Subaru would have cost me at least $10k more from the competition - Highlander, Pilot, Sorento, etc. I am the type who would much rather have a loaded Civic than a basic Accord. So the Subie made sense, especially considering my affinity for the brand and the positive reviews/info from Consumer Reports. Even though I could have stretched my budget for the CX-9, I needed a car right away, and I had some reservation about the brand new engine, in spite of Mazda's reliability record as of late.
Bill I am amazed at your reply. I too am actually considering the 2016 Outback. As a matter of fact I vacillate between it and the Cx 9. I am like you I do like amenities and will load up within my price range. The Cx is so seductive, yet I am willing to wait until some facts come out over time on this beauty. I did see a youtube video where 3 consumer reports guys drove it and had very good things to say about the Cx. Plus the major reviewers like Car and Driver, Edmunds and Kelly BB also had good things to say. Very good actually. Yet I know that Outback is a proven tried and true good solid car. And the reviews for the Outback were very good as well. Many safety features which understandably you might be sensitive to on your Outback purchase. I am willing to wait. The CX is under testing with Consumer Reports. So will see how the owners are fairing. I am in my 60's and I keep my cars. So it's gotta last. Also I find my need for a touring class more needful than a terrain type vehicle plus at times needing those 3 rows. I must ask though as a woman who can be star gazed over this Cx. What problems could one encounter down the road with this new engine? I don't know too much in that department except sizes. Still amazed I am writing to one who bought the Outback instead of this car. I'm so torn between the two.
Bill So the engine reliability has been good of late is what you're saying? Which of the two brands have a higher reliability record throughout the years?
In terms of brand reliability, it's hard for me to say. I am sure each brand has had some reliable and some unreliable models over the years. Consumer Reports probably have some data on the matter. Personally, however, our Mazdas have been very reliable. Yes, we've had to replace parts, but I suppose it's expected when you drive a car for 11 years. The only time that my wife's '05 Mazda 3 s let her down was due to a failed battery. My 2006 Mazda 3 never left me stranded until the accident that totaled it in April. I would have had it for 10 years this coming October. So I would not hesitate to buy another Mazda. My reservation with the CX-9's engine comes from the fact that it's a turbo. The last time Mazda had a turbo engine (in the CX-7), there were some issues with it, if my memory doesn't fail me. As for the Subaru, I have only had it for 13 weeks, including the one week it was at the dealership for a recall on the steering wheel column (You may have heard of that recall, which, I think, Subaru America handled responsibly and professionally). Nevertheless, I have already racked up close to 5000 miles on it ( a lot of that from 2 trips - one from NYC to MD and back; the other from NYC to Montreal and back). This car is unbelievable on long trips. The car is super quiet, except for some light wind noise, and the 6 cylinder engine is silky smooth. I did not even hear the engine, not even when the car was climbing the Adirondack Mountains. Tire noise is non-existent on smooth surfaces. One has the sensation of gliding along. The only challenge with the car so far is a rattle that I hear from time to time from the steering wheel/ instrument cluster area on bad surfaces. I am reluctant to have the dealer look at it because, according to other Subaru owners who have experienced a similar noise, their dashboards have been pulled apart, yet the noise has persisted. So, at least for now, I'd rather deal with it than have my dash pulled apart only to create squeaks that weren' t there before. Hopefully, the noise will get loud and frequent enough that it can be located and fixed, or it will, better yet, just disappear. Good luck with your purchase! Let me know when you do.
I searched all reviews before buying this vehicle and all reviews were positive, there were some negatives ones, but not major. I found one in a near by dealer and decided to just take a look at it and I end it buying it. Test drive was awesome!!!!! Felt in love with this CX9 and for a 4 cylinder with turbo; it’s fast!!! The interior feels like these luxury SUV’s and the features in this car are totally worth the money. I don’t regret getting this car. Test drive one and you will see what I’m talking about.
Good job with the review man, a real world review should be like this and not about ways most people will never drive these cars. How does it do with passing slower cars/tractor trailers at highway speeds?
When im driving my speed shows on my windshield in front of me and its distracting. Can someone please tell me if there's a way to turn it off. Thank you
I bought the same package (Grand Touring) this past Friday in Deep Blue and Sand interior. I am in love with this car, amazing bang for buck and coming from a BMW X3 3.0i engine, I have not noticed any engine lag (X3 had a 6 cylinder). Plus the features for price are unbeatable in its class. Amazing build quality and so much fun to drive. An SUV that truly makes me forget my BMW life. Only thing I wish I had on it was the LED accent light in the grill they include on the Signature model. I truly was disappointed when I found out that was only for signature edition. Mazda should make this available as a dealer accessory or something bc it truly highlights the car's most signature feature- that sexy ass grill in the front... so mean yet tasteful. I would pay a lot to get the LED in the Grill.
nyclerka if you would pay a lot to get that LED grille accent then maybe you should've just bought the Signature edition. Better leather with Nappa (Auburn colour) and real rosewood trims! That's why I went with the Sig trim!
How efficient / strong is the air conditioner? I live in Tampa and have test driven two CX-9s. The last one had been sitting out in the sun all day. The air conditioner never really cooled the interior down to a comfortable level during the test drive.
The 2016-2022 CX-9 is extremely gorgeous. It's top on my short list for my next car and I'm going for the Signature trim. Mazda really went all out on this one. Even the newer CX-90 (yes, ninety) for 2024 doesn't look as cool as this. Nothing on the road beats this car in the looks department.
I absolutely loved your review and love that you are an actual owner. I test drove this car and liked it but i have some concerns about first generation turbo engines. It allows you to enter a destination while driving just as long as you use the idrive like controller. Here are some issues that i found with the car; 1: the passenger seat does not have as much movement as the driver i.e it does not go up and down. 2. No vents for the 3rd row occupants. 3. The navigation graphics absolutely suck, come on mazda we know you can do better. 4. where are the front parking sensors and surround view camera. since it is hard to see over the hood this would have been handy. It will be hard to try parallel parking this in a city. 5. The really cool front halo DRL dont come on in "auto lights mode" so you have to manually turn them on everytime which could lead to you being one of those people who drive at night without realizing your headlights are off because your interior is all lit up with the manual DRL. 6.for about 42k they are seriously gonna make you try to reach for your key fob to open the trunk when your hands are full of groceries and a baby. So another boo boo on mazda for not adding touch free trunk opening. Hopefully the second generation will have these improvements. Overall they did really well and HUD is stellar, little turbo lag, amazing mpg for an AWD, drives and feels like a small car, and does not feel cheap. Wife and i are gonna wait for the second generation to see what improvements they bring .
Thanks for the comment! 1 and 2 are correct, 3 I can't say I noticed, and 4 would be nice but add a fair bit of cost. All things to consider before buying. On 5, my DRL do come on when set to auto.
i just found that the Australian cx-9 has front parking sensors. I will definitely have to go to the dealership again and check out the DRL. I think i am just giving them a hard time about the navigation because i am too spoiled by the one in my 2014 bmw.
Um um um um um um um. Love the vehicle and your color choices are awesome but this video is like watching paint dry. Easily could've been half as long and said just as much.
Hello, An absolute fantastic job! Our likes and dislikes and expectations are mirrored. The main point that you made that has pretty much helped me make my up my mind to go CX9 was,, the driving performance, (the overall power) and adequacy of the turbo four-cylinder. You've sold me. You mentioned exactly what I needed to hear. I thank you, for a complete, non-biased, objective, car review. From a "real owner's" point of view.
I like how the screen interface is very smooth and neat. Seems like most other manufacturers cant get this right. Most feel like a bogged down 1st gen ipad.
Did you know the CX-9 has the coolest most awesome grill light? I test drove one and the turbo was great, and the grill light sold me. Now I gotta wait for a good offer....
Thanks for the video.... Nicely done! I have a few questions... Does the CX-9 have vents in the third row? If yes, where are they located? Next question... I noticed that the front grill protrudes out a bit. Are you concerned about dents to it from other parked cars? And does Mazda sell an add on to protect it?
Nice review..!! I have two questions.. 1 Does the lanes in back up camera moves right and left when you move the steering?? 2 What about signal light.. Are they LEDs?? My best and keep it up👍
Thanks for the review. You said it is super quiet. I drove a touring model yesterday and i found the engine noisy when accelerating. Did you find engine noisy on your car? Thanks
how’s your cx9 right now? did you have any major issues or problems especially with turbo and engine? are all the electronics and interior still in top shape? what’s your mileage/ fuel consumption? do you run it mostly on regular or premium gas? would appreciate your feedback, i’m considering to get the same year model. thank you
Kill-O-Byte thanks for answering. so far what’s the biggest problem you had with it? and after owning it for 2 yrs, is there anything that you didn’t like about it, if any?
TPS - Does it just give you an idiot light that there is a tire low on air, but not tell you which tire? Did not see any indication of the air pressure in each tire when you went through the info button options.
I went to test drove one, overall 8/10 for me, lost 2 points for weak A/C and no heated steering wheel available, which is ridiculous considering Canadian model has it on the GS(Touring) and above.
I'm in the US and I have the 2016 GT FWD...as far as I know and even looking at Mazda's website, LED Grille accent is only available on the Signature model which comes AWD standard. Do you have Napa leather in yours (auburn interior)?
I don't have Napa leather because I don't have the Signature. I have the 2016 GT. In MX there is only one trim available now: Grand Tourism and have the Led Grille Accent. I have the red soul color.
