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Experts from TheCarConnection.com have driven the Mazda CX-9 and present you the pros, cons, and firsthand driving impressions on this sporty, spacious crossover vehicle. The editors of TheCarConnection.com have also read a wide range of reviews pertaining to the 2010 Mazda CX-9 in order to compile a full review.
Likes:
- Enjoyable to drive
- Roomy second and third rows
- Lean, aggressive exterior
- Interior neither too glossy nor too drab
Dislikes:
- Ride might be too firm for some
- Not much cargo space behind the third row
- Navigation system
Originally introduced in 2007, the seven-passenger CX-9 crossover is closely related to the Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX. The 2010 Mazda CX-9 is quite curvy, combining the handling and road manners of a wagon, the ride height and utility of an SUV, and a sporty style that’s in line with Mazda's recent zoom-zoom tack.
For 2010, the CX-9 receives slightly different styling at the front, along with redesigned side mirrors, plus additional chrome plating for some instrument panel and door panel edges. The CX-9’s interior remains stylish but not too obvious. Overall, the look of the CX-9 is more aggressive and overt compared to other roomy crossover models, yet it doesn’t make any reference to off-roading.
The strong, 273-horsepower, 3.7-liter V-6 in the 2010 Mazda CX-9 outmuscles most other rival engines, and unlike some others, it doesn’t require premium fuel. A smooth, six-speed automatic is standard, and maximum towing capacity is 3,500 pounds. The CX-9 has crisp, responsive handling for a vehicle of its size and weight, though it’s not as nimble as Mazda’s smaller CX-7 and the ride quality can be too firm for potholed surfaces. But fuel economy remains near the low end of the pack, with an EPA city fuel economy estimate of 17 mpg city. The CX-7 is able to tow up to 3,500 pounds.
