A quick glance at the range sees the CX-9 Sport fitted with cloth trim and manual front seats, LED headlights, but halogen running lights, a manual open-close tailgate, no keyless access (but remote entry and push-button start), adaptive cruise control, 18-inch alloy wheels, heated exterior mirrors, auto-dimming ...

With the choice of six or seven seats and petrol or diesel power, the CX-9 is a flexible family hauler perfectly suited to busy and varied lifestyles. Classic design, the choice of all-wheel-drive or front-wheel drive, and a spacious cabin round out this appealing all-rounder.

Rivals such as the also-excellent Kia Telluride and its corporate cousin, the Hyundai Palisade, offer more passenger and cargo space, but the CX-9 remains one of our favorite SUVs to recommend to those who value athletic handling and driver engagement as much as we do.

Hiroshima, Japan 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature in a few words: A polished, nice and great-handling SUV that's one of the best in its class but could use some updates to keep it competitive. Final Assembly Location: Hiroshima, Japan.

The 2023 Mazda CX-9 emphasizes sport instead of utility in SUV, all while doing its best impression of a luxury vehicle inside.

Less expensive: The reason to compare the CX-9 to luxury cars in the first place is the price. Fully equipped, a top-of-the-line CX-9 Signature offers luxuries like heated and ventilated seats (even heated in the second row) and supple Nappa leather seating - and that loaded CX-9 costs less than the entry-level XC90.

This luxury SUV offers everything you can imagine and more across its five trim options, from the Sport base model to the fully equipped Signature.

Mazda The first generation CX-9 was originally fitted with a 3.5 L Ford V6 engine, but, in 2008, the engine was changed to a 3.7 L unit producing 204 kW (274 hp) and 366 N⋅m (270 lb⋅ft) of torque. The updated engine was introduced in June 2007 and it was now built by Mazda themselves.

This luxury SUV offers everything you can imagine and more across its five trim options, from the Sport base model to the fully equipped Signature.

The Mazda CX-9 is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured since April 2006 by Mazda in Japan, at its Ujina #1 plant in Hiroshima Prefecture. It is Mazda's largest passenger vehicle, and serves as one of the brand's SUV with three-row seating. As of 2023, the CX-9 is positioned above the CX-8 in Mazda's global line-up.

The 2023 Mazda CX-9's #3 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category.

Verdict. The 2023 Mazda CX-9 doesn't necessarily tick all the right boxes. It isn't the roomiest or most efficient three-row, nor does it have the latest and greatest in-car tech like some of its rivals. If you're looking purely for an SUV that nails the family-hauling basics, there are better options out there.

Where Is the 2023 Mazda CX-9 Built? Mazda builds the 2023 CX-9 in Japan.

Mazda manufactures both piston and Wankel “rotary” engines. The company's Mexican subsidiary is responsible for producing the gasoline and diesel engines used in Mazda vehicles. Over the years, Japanese automakers have engineered a wide range of engines, including four-cylinder units and robust V6 mills.

Japan The Mazda CX-9 is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured since April 2006 by Mazda in Japan, at its Ujina #1 plant in Hiroshima Prefecture. It is Mazda's largest passenger vehicle, and serves as one of the brand's SUV with three-row seating. As of 2023, the CX-9 is positioned above the CX-8 in Mazda's global line-up.

This stylish, three-row midsized SUV is quite engaging to drive, thanks to nimble handling that makes it feel like a smaller vehicle. Power comes from a responsive, free-revving 227-hp, 2.5-liter turbo four-cylinder that's mated to a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive.