Is the 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature a better SUV than a Toyota Highlander? 

You own one?

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

@@quentonphilips4560 Good question!

@@quentonphilips4560 I don’t but my sister does 2019 and I had 2012 Mazda 3 and now I have 2020 Mazda 3 gt Mazda is a great 👍 quality product and fun to drive very reliable Thanks

This is a rare find. I assumed all of their stuff was hecho en Mexico. Of course Toyota/Lexus hasn't taken a huge hit from making vehicles over here for a long time now (Canada/USA) ... But I'd consider made in Japan to be a selling feature still. Plus 1.

John, do you know the difference between the two trims? thanks!

@@justincase2830 I’ll try to keep it as short and sweet as possible. Touring is a 7 seater, FWD with optional AWD, synthetic leather, standard sound system with apple/android play, front heated seats, power liftgate. The premium package is an extra $2K, well worth it in my opinion. It replaces the center row bench with 2 captain chairs, which now makes it a 6 seater. It also adds fog lights, extra usb ports, a wireless charger, power moonroof. The biggest difference and swayer for me is the upgraded sound system to a 12 speaker Bose. That’s some amazing sound! The Signature has all the bells and whistles that Joe talked about. Also Sig is AWD only. Price difference from Touring to Signature is about $8-10K. Hopefully that helps and that I didn’t bore you too much

@@johndemotto Excellent explanation John and thank you for your time spent. I am researching the auto market in the macro sense and am trying to hold off on buying anything until I get done waffling on what I would like to drive without a bunch of headaches.So far the prices are giving me one and most likely won't get any better.I don't know the warranty on the Mazda, but that three year maintenance free on a couple of Korean models is nice also. As far as looks go, Mazda-CX-9 wins.

Just John, we have the 19 AWD signature CX-9 and we couldn't ask for a better vehicle! It serves us well without the oversize bulk. Plenty of power and an joy to drive! Enjoy urs !

I wanted the 93 model as a senior in high school but djed so I got something bigger lol.

Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective from your experience Jeff!

The 💩ter is always a great time for Raiti's Rides.

I am glad that I can share those special moments with you! LOL

@@wbwayne8887 LOL!

Still on there?🤭🤭

Bro same, always gotta watch Raiti’s rides when I’ve gotta go

You chose wisely!

Thank you...

Would it be good for a small family of 3? We have a Mazda 3 but too small to fit all of baby’s items like her stroller

@@JessicusMaxiumus Yes it can if cold the 3rd row….check out at a dealer

We have a 2020 Palisade SEL, also in hyper white. 20K trouble free miles and a great suv so far. Enjoy yours.

Congrats! Great choice for an SUV! Thanks for coming back for more!

What quirks do you mean?

What about the features?

Quirks? Or perks?

He stole quirks from Dougy dug doug

Excellent points as always Larry!

This is true!

And if you fill up with 91, you’ll get somewhere between 250 and 227, according to Mazda’s Dave Coleman.

@@billbigshlong382 Also true, and the highest octane rating in my locality.

i always use 87 thats mazda dont worry and engine is really powerfull and fun to drive my advice cx9 with bose ;) amazing sound

I wish Mazda would design a new model similar to the Kia stinger. Maybe not as expensive and with similar performance specs. As much as I like the 3 hatch turbo...it just can't compete w higher end cars.

more than you need its really good car

Thanks man! That really means a lot!

I agree with you!

@Benjamin Mathew I thought Mazda has very high reliability ratings. Or is it model specific

@Benjamin Mathew Dude even germans admmit that BMW is not reliable out of warranty.

That is wonderful news! Congrats!

Thanks Colby!

@@RaitisRides your welcome

You are awesome Adrian! Thanks for making it!

Mazda 2jz swap Mazda 6

Same here Dave!

You are so very welcome Anwar!

I don't know about you,but it certainly doesn't look like your typical three-row SUV.

I know how you feel!

@@blairbrown4812 This is true!

Has style and is fun to drive.

Thanks Ramon for that!

Neither of these are trucks...

You know it!

It's a Christmas Miracle!

I’d be interested in what you purchased. I’ve been looking for the same criteria as well. I want fun to drive and reliable and lots of safety stuff.

Cliff hanger man !! Let us know what you got

Thanks I was wondering if the signature was worth the extra money compared to the grand touring

Mazda is all about safety, touch screen can be a distraction for the driver. Trust me the knob is safer and user friendly.

I totally agree with you!

That is so great to hear!

Excellent points as usual! Thanks for showing Loris some love!

You are so very welcome my frined!

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.

Genesis：how dare u

Hyundai/Kia/Genesis 👎 Mazda 👍

@@limelife7457 yessir!

You are absolutely 1000% accurate. Koreans use cheap parts... Sorry Korean car owners. Been in the industry for 25years.

Thanks Haris!

Good call on that one.

Mazda is rated number one in reliability by CE

@@daviddeleon241 LMAO ok we will see in 10 years

Why you mad? Because Toyota makes cheap boring cars?

@@daviddeleon241 I’m mad? Alrighty then lol

They like to maximize the space!

Mazda thinks of everything.

Yes sir

I have the 2011 and it’s 3 row too

@@yes8032 so what about cx9 turbo?

Yes it does!

@@nijaigreen660 after 2016 or 2017 all engines are same in mazda 2.5 turbo and its really powerfull

I agree with you Wayne!

@@RaitisRides do you also believe blue lives matter is a distraction from BLM??? *look at wayne’s pp*

I totally can understand where you are coming from!

i agree really need a updated transmission for highway it has a lot of torque but for city this 6 speed amazing fuel economy

Sofyan? Wrong channel dude. Time to stop copying other people comments.

Not sure any car company is going to fix (change) anything because a random youtube reviewer says so.