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2008 Mazda CX-9 Features Review

May 29, 2008

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Nice array of features
MyRide

can often touch the $40-grand level
Motor Trend

Very stylish take on a very user-friendly environment
Edmunds

The 2008 Mazda CX-9 comes well-equipped in base trim. Mazda offers a long list of options, which can push the price of the CX-9 well past $40,000.

Cars.com says those “standard features include air conditioning, keyless entry, power windows and cruise control.”

Options include a third-row entertainment system with DVD playback on a 9-inch seat-mounted LCD screen; a sunroof; a towing package; and a moonroof. Motor Trend says the rear-seat entertainment system “that features a nine-inch LCD and 5.1 surround sound with 11 speakers” is “not available with a moonroof.”

Other options include all-wheel drive, satellite radio, a navigation system, a power tailgate, and a Bose audio system. When equipped with those features, the price “can often touch the $40-grand level,” Motor Trend says.

Cars.com reports, “there's also an optional blind-spot warning system that will be available in the fall. It's designed to alert drivers of items in the rear blind spot of the vehicle.”

Conclusion

Even the base "sport" model is well equipped, but to fully experience the luxurious features offered in the 2008 Mazda CX-9, be prepared to add about $10,000 to the bill.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Nice array of featuresMyRidecan often touch the $40-grand levelMotor TrendVery stylish take on a very user-friendly environmentEdmunds The 2008 Mazda CX-9 comes well-equipped in base trim. Mazda offers a long list of options, which can push the price of the CX-9 well past $40,000. Cars.com says those “standard features include air conditioning, keyless entry, power windows and cruise control.” Options include a third-row entertainment system with DVD playback on a 9-inch seat-mounted LCD screen; a sunroof; a towing package; and a moonroof. Motor Trend says the rear-seat entertainment system “that features a nine-inch LCD and 5.1 surround sound with 11 speakers” is “not available with a moonroof.” Other options include all-wheel drive, satellite radio, a navigation system, a power tailgate, and a Bose audio system. When equipped with those features, the price “can often touch the $40-grand level,” Motor Trend says. Cars.com reports, “there's also an optional blind-spot warning system that will be available in the fall. It's designed to alert drivers of items in the rear blind spot of the vehicle.” ConclusionEven the base "sport" model is well equipped, but to fully experience the luxurious features offered in the 2008 Mazda CX-9, be prepared to add about $10,000 to the bill. 2008 MAZDA CX-9 STYLING | [9 out of 10] Cars.com: "The CX-9 manages to avoid the chunkiness of many SUVs " Washington Post: "tasteful interior that would please [the] most affluent parents" Motor Trend: "exterior details exude sport" The 2008 Mazda CX-9 may sport minivan-like ...

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Other Choices:

Beyond the 2008 Mazda CX-9, the range of available crossovers staggers the mind. If size matters most to you, then consider any of the large crossovers from General Motors--they're the biggest. But don't do so before driving the Mazda CX-9, which may reveal that size doesn't matter that much. Style and price range remain big variables, so take the time to see and drive the Mazda in person. Only then decide whether the CX-9's low $30,000 price is spot-on for you. After a test drive, you may decide the 2008 Mazda CX-9 is really a less expensive alternative to an Acura MDX or BMW X5.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By Ayman #1, Posted: 9/22/2008

    OFF road

    IS mazda Cx9 Offroad CAR it can go over sands ??

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