Mazda

Mazda CX-9

Price $36,700 – $51,500
Fuel consumption 8.4 – 11.6 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 77%(view ratings)
Mazda's midsize crossover has been updated for 2019 with the addition of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration as standard, a retuned suspension that offers a smoother ride as well as a quieter cabin. Predictive all-wheel drive (optional with the base GS model and standard on every other CX-9) comes with the full suite of i-ACTIVSENSE safety technologies. Under the hood, the 2.5-litre turbocharged engine delivers 227 or 250 horsepower depending on the type of gasoline being used.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 77%
Fuel economy 5/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 9/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 9/10
Overall 7/10

What's new in 2019

N/A

Pros

  • Driver-centric ergonomics
  • Spacious middle bench
  • Timeless shape
  • On-board technology

Cons

  • Minimal towing capacity
  • Narrow trunk
  • AWD no longer offered
  • Fragile mechanics

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