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2008 Mazda CX-9 Quality Review

May 29, 2008

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

logically laid-out audio and climate control area
Kelley Blue Book

can react harshly to small bumps
Consumer Guide Automotive

one of the most comfortable, driver-focused seating positions available
Motor Trend

Reviewers across the board found a lot to like in the comfort offered by the 2008 Mazda CX-9, though as with many crossovers, third-row passengers may find it cramped.

Road & Track describes the 2008 Mazda CX-9 as having "a touch of sportiness without intruding on driver/front passenger comfort." Thanks to special attention paid to driver and passenger comfort by Mazda, 2008 CX-9 models all employ "front seats [that] are very comfortable and envelop the torso gingerly."

Kelley Blue Book says seating is a high priority in this Mazda; 2008’s CX-9 blends "front bucket seats and two-tone trim [that says] 'sports car'" with the passenger comfort and cargo capacity of a minivan. Second-row seats can be folded down to afford extra legroom for adults in the third-row seats. Additionally, the second-row seat slides five inches and has "reclining backrests."

ConsumerGuide says the "2nd-row seat [that] slides and reclines, which is a comfort plus." They further describe the 2008 Mazda CX-9 trim as affording "ample legroom"--though particularly "tall occupants may wish for more headroom" in the first and second rows, due to the extreme angle of the Mazda CX-9 windshield. Motor Trend says, “Six-foot adults won't mind the third row for short to medium trips, while kids will love it back there.”

Cars.com points out that cargo room is decent in the Mazda; 2008’s CX-9 has “17.2 cubic feet of cargo room behind the 50/50-split third-row seat, which can also fold flat.”

The build quality is as sturdy as you might expect from Mazda. Car and Driver notes the “top-notch interior,” and figures "the [Mazda 2008] CX-9 should enjoy an impressive resale value." Consumer Reports says, though, “first year reliability has been below average.”

Conclusion

The 2008 Mazda CX-9 has good room even in the third row, and high-quality interior trim.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:logically laid-out audio and climate control areaKelley Blue Bookcan react harshly to small bumpsConsumer Guide Automotiveone of the most comfortable, driver-focused seating positions availableMotor Trend Reviewers across the board found a lot to like in the comfort offered by the 2008 Mazda CX-9, though as with many crossovers, third-row passengers may find it cramped. Road & Track describes the 2008 Mazda CX-9 as having "a touch of sportiness without intruding on driver/front passenger comfort." Thanks to special attention paid to driver and passenger comfort by Mazda, 2008 CX-9 models all employ "front seats [that] are very comfortable and envelop the torso gingerly." Kelley Blue Book says seating is a high priority in this Mazda; 2008’s CX-9 blends "front bucket seats and two-tone trim [that says] 'sports car'" with the passenger comfort and cargo capacity of a minivan. Second-row seats can be folded down to afford extra legroom for adults in the third-row seats. Additionally, the second-row seat slides five inches and has "reclining backrests." ConsumerGuide says the "2nd-row seat [that] slides and reclines, which is a comfort plus." They further describe the 2008 Mazda CX-9 trim as affording "ample legroom"--though particularly "tall occupants may wish for more headroom" in the first and second rows, due to the extreme angle of the Mazda CX-9 windshield. Motor Trend says, “Six-foot adults won't mind the third row for short to medium trips, while kids will love it back there.” Cars.com points out that cargo room is decent in the Mazda; 2008’s CX-9 has “17.2 cubic feet of cargo room behind the 50/50-split third-row seat, which can also fold flat.” The build quality is as sturdy as you might expect from Mazda. Car and Driver notes the “top-notch interior,” and figures "the [Mazda 2008] CX-9 should enjoy an impressive resale value." Consumer Reports says, though, “first year reliability has been below average.” ConclusionThe 2008 Mazda CX-9 has good room even in the third row, and high-quality interior trim. 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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