Mazda CX-9 - sport utility vehicle

The premiere of the pre-production Mazda CX-9 occurred at the New York Auto Show in the spring of 2006. The first sales started in 2007 in North America. Later the car appeared on the markets of countries of South America, Saudi Arabia, Australia. At that time, the Japanese concern did not plan to sell its products with us, but their plans changed due to the serious growth of the domestic market.

Distinctive features

After the first appearance in public, the car attracted serious public interest with its original design, favorably distinguishing it among other representatives of the segment. Unlike the large, angular cars that are familiar to the American consumer, the Mazda CX-9 features smooth, sweeping body lines that emphasize Mazda's sporting style.

A tilted front post in combination with narrow windows, a high window sill and large wings visually hide the impressive dimensions (length - 5088 mm) and weight (2040 kg) Mazda CX-9 2014 foreshadows the Japanese automaker the same high level of sales as before.

A large number of elements, including lighting, got from the CX-7 model, only in an enlarged version. Chief designer CX-9 Riyuichi Oya said that this is a sports car operating on an off-road field. It is duality that distinguishes it among the rest of its class. His statement fully expresses the philosophy of the developers of the car.

Salon

The interior is typically "Mazda", but it should be noted that everything looks much more solid, unlike other Mazda models. This adds status, so necessary for the driver of one of the most spacious cars of this class. It may seem that the cabin was using the same hard plastic, but, having considered carefully, you notice that this is not so.

Finishing materials are better than the predecessors of Mazda 6 and CX-7. Proof of this are the owners of cars, leaving positive reviews about the salon. Mazda CX-9 features comfort and good ergonomics. Front seats with electric adjustments and excellent lateral support reliably keep the driver and front passenger in their seats. The developers of the model did not neglect the setting of the departure of the steering wheel, unlike most automakers.

The central console has a climate control system and an audio system. Deliveries of the Mazda CX-9 with a touch screen on the domestic market are not yet planned. Speaking about the audio system, it should be noted that it was developed by experts of the famous firm Bose specifically for this model. Fans of quality music will not remain disappointed.

For the rear passengers there is a comfortable sofa with armrest. There is enough legroom with a reserve, there is even an individual microclimate adjustment unit, which consists of two regulators. Adjustment of the longitudinal position of the sofa and the inclination of the backrest are provided.

Cargo area

With the raised seats of the third row, the luggage compartment volume is only 267 liters, and with the folded up it is increased to 928 liters. In case of transportation of large-sized cargoes it is possible to add the second row, thus increasing the volume to 1887 liters. Also note the servo button for the fifth door of the Mazda CX-9.

Characteristics

Under the hood of the model delivered to the domestic market is a 277-horsepower V6 engine with a volume of 3.7 liters. Taking into account the mass of 2 tons for quick acceleration, one should not hope, and this solid car does not need it. The reserve capacity is quite enough for dynamic overtaking on the track. In many respects it is a merit of a 6-speed automatic box with a function of manual switching of speeds. She quickly finds the necessary gear, and the switching itself takes place without jerks, gently and smoothly.

On the road

On high-quality road surface, the car rides like a glove. There is no lateral acceleration, despite the large mass of the Mazda CX-9. In urban conditions, the car behaves predictably and understandably thanks to the excellent tuning of the suspension. On the unevenness affects the sports component of the car, so the passengers begin to shake. Guilty of this 20-inch wheels with tires 245/50. But even this does not spoil the general pleasure of driving.

At a speed of over 120 km / h, insufficient information is provided for the steering wheel. A small effort is lost when passing through the turns at medium speed, and the steering wheel is noticeably "empty". In addition, it should be said about the insufficient noise reduction of the bottom and wheel arches, which is a problem for the entire model range of the Mazda concern, as well as for many other Japanese manufacturers. In normal condition, the car is front-wheel drive, but in case of slippage, the interaxle differential transfers 50% of the rotational moment of the rear axle.

Price list

In the domestic market, the cost of the Mazda CX-9 is about 1.7 million rubles. As an option, a hatch with electric drive is available for an additional 25,000 rubles. As for the three-zone climate control, the seven-seat interior, the audio system with 10 speakers and an amplifier, the electric front seats, leather interior, a full electric package, airbags and various security systems - all this is included in the basic version.