2020 Mazda CX-9 Review // LOTS Of New Features!

[@FamilyWheels]

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[@johnnyrunyon2352]

Love how you involve your children. Great video man. My wife has her van for our 4 kids. But I want a good sized SUV packed with power and whatnot. So far this is the suv for me.

[@FamilyWheels]

Glad you enjoyed the review! Yeah it's a nice ride for sure, I be happy to trade a bit of room for the driving experience like the CX-9 provides

[@crk58241]

I disagree on the power being mediocre. It's 0 to 60 is around 7.3 seconds. 320 pounds of torque really move this car in the low end were you need it, getting onto freeways or passing other automobile's. Also the 6 speed transmission is ideal for this car, very smooth! I drive the CX-9 and find it perfect for my personal driving. Also as far as packing this car up with gear or suitcases. It's very adequate. Who really loads their cars up like a U-Haul trucks. The CX-9 losses points in this regard, but again packing it to its fullest is a rare thing for me. If I need the extra space I can use roof storage containers. So far I'm very happy with this automobile.

[@bill7481]

This SUV looks so good, especially considering that it's in its fifth year! Thanks for the review, Kyle!

[@FamilyWheels]

I agree! Still looks great!

[@zulfiqarali3641]

Finally someone who have a simple name Bill

[@ram600020]

I am having cx-9 2020. Very good family car. My wife loves to drive it a lot. Safety is awesome. If panaroma sunroof then it's very best option to go for it.

[@sorryociffer]

Wish it had a pano roof and a 3.0T V6

[@hhova29]

I have the cx9 signature and love it. Of course I agree w the gripes of angles and how it limits the storage. Even the front angles provide sort of a blind spot esp I’ve noticed when turning. (I drive w the seat up close to steering wheel, lol). The Bose system is a selling point feature, but honestly it doesn’t sound all that great especially during listening to Sirius Xm. Wish they can do a bit of an update on that, esp w city driving

[@AccordionJoe1]

Honda and Toyota were the Chevvies of the 1990s and early 2000s. Mazda is the Chevrolet of the 2020s. Mazda is making great cars at great prices.

[@iknowyourerightbut6246]

2:54 Stop sign: am I a joke to you?

We got the CX-8 (long version of the CX-5) with captain seats and middle console and these are great kids and adults.

[@FamilyWheels]

Sounds great, wish we had it here!

[@macmichaelhenson-rogers9850]

Jürg Hölzle wish we got the CX-8 in the US!

[@FamilyWheels]

@@macmichaelhenson-rogers9850 And north of the border too!

[@JolyonSmith]

We already had the 360 camera on our 2019 “Takami” (top trim in NZ) and it’s very useful. What I was hoping to hear was that they’ve improved the resolution and low-light performance of the cameras. At night, or even in dull, wet weather, the reversing camera in particular is so unclear it is essentially useless. A big disappointment for such a basic function. :(

[@uploadtime1780]

Great review

[@reignman]

i understand there are a lot of consumers who would like to have panoramic sunroof, but at the same time, i think it would be good for reviewers to point out (i.e. through moose tests), adding weights on top of roof, would make a disaster in a critical situation.

[@adamlosurdo2114]

Picking up my red GT tomorrow!

[@FamilyWheels]

Awesome!!

[@PictureProStudios]

How has it been ? Any issues ?

[@darklustgs4191]

In australia the oils are always high and premium the lowest is 93 octane and highest is 98 premium or vortex

[@FamilyWheels]

I wonder what the hp is on 98?! Highest here is usually 91 😕

[@art5]

@@FamilyWheels in australia lowest is 91, then 95, then 98 is the highest available. Price difference from 91 is typically + 10cents to 95, then another + 10cents to 98. Sorry im not sure in terms of hp difference.... but 98 is beautiful! you dont need to have a luxury car to appreciate the benefit using 98........much smoother drive, much faster access to power, cleaner engine. My wife drives a little hyundai 1.3L hatchback and even she can appreciate the benefit - especially going up on an incline and entering a highway ramp trying to quickly reach 100km/h.

[@kingkrimson8771]

Oz uses a different octane rating system than we do in North America

[@migy5031]

I would definitely consider the CX9 if I was in the market for a 3 row SUV. Nice style, interior, and power. Unfortunately the Mazda sells very poorly. I think the market has spoken.

[@BananaChipzzz]

Agreed. I’ts a nice SUV for sure, but competitors have stepped it up a notch. Hard to justify over the likes of the Palisade or Telluride.

[@FamilyWheels]

Certainly not the market share of other parts of the world. Lovely cars still.

[@ztekz]

Don’t care about the market...what I care about is a product that I like that is great to drive, fits my practical needs, good on gas, looks nice design wise, quality materials, well-built (Japan) and reliable. Have had my 2017 Signature trim for over 3yrs and have met all my needs and expectations! Best of all, it’s not common on the road like the usual suspects (Highlander, Pilot, Pallisade, Telluride, etc)! Do I prefer to stand out within the crowd or do I prefer to blend in? Chose the former...

[@migy5031]

tekz Like you, I am independent-minded in my car choice. One potential caveat is resale value, if that matters to you. ✌🏼️

[@ztekz]

Mig Y, ah no! Resale value doesn’t matter coz I keep my cars long term...besides, you can have a car with best resale value and may get the best price from a private sale but in most instances, if traded in to a dealer they just always lowball you even if it’s in the same dealer you bought car originally from. I buy a car I like to keep - not to resell so resale value is of no value to me! These are depreciating assets no matter what - to me the true value is what I get out of the car which are : fun & drivability experience, reliability, fuel economy, luxurious appointments, design, build quality and the pleasure from driving it. I don’t like to drive appliances...

[@nkdadson9962]

Good job. Keep it up.

[@FamilyWheels]

Thank you!

[@qasimansari7540]

Great car. Great review. Great channel. New subscriber!

[@FamilyWheels]

Great to have you along!!

[@njorogevince6259]

Awesome REVIEW

[@FamilyWheels]

Thanks!

[@Owanray]

I bought the grand touring with Apple play!

[@FamilyWheels]

Good info, thanks!

[@eugenes.2827]

Honda Passport Volgsweagen tiguan Mazda cx-9 Which one has the smoother relaxed drive and best suspension?

[@FamilyWheels]

Hi Eugene, while I haven't personally driven the Passport, I'd choose the CX-9 for driving enjoyment, excellent handling and more power than the others. The Tiguan is a little underpowered but very functional on the interior.

[@eugenes.2827]

Family Wheels thank you

[@RIZFERD]

Mazda CX-9

[@matttulkster]

The issue is now its no longer a 7 seat SUV unlike my AzamI LE the captains chairs seem be not practical

[@FamilyWheels]

This is true :)

[@morrisf3957]

love that cx9 but..mazda should have engine options basically every other 3 row does.why don't they?

[@FamilyWheels]

Yes, good point. I don't think they 'have' a bigger engine than this one? They manage to stretch their engines across a lot of models.

[@rkalla]

Toyota Highlander doesn't (excluding hybrid), Pilot doesn't, Telluride doesn't, Palisade doesn't, Traverse doesn't just to name a few. The ballpark number for a new power train (engine + trans) is $1b of R&D, Mazda doesn't have the money to do that so they have 4-5 motors they use through their entire lineup. This is their "powerful" one. Ford can afford to offer many motor options because their lineup provides them quite a few motors to select from.

[@franklampard78]

I’ve always wondered what would happen to passengers in the third row in the event of a rear-end collision. Doesn’t seem like there’s much space between the third row seats and the rear hatch.

[@FamilyWheels]

No as much room behind third row as other 3 row suv's for sure. Has a good safety rating though.

[@FamilyWheels]

@Pika Pika Of ourse, was just responding to your suggestion on not much space between third row and the hatch

[@kennynguyen2105]

Dead😁

[@russvanderwood3339]

We bought 2019 GT we like that’s it’s 4 cylinder as we are not towing, just hauling our bikes.

[@francisgallozzi2595]

Your mpg fuel consumption is reversed...it's not 20 mpg highway and 26 mpg city, it should be 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway

[@FamilyWheels]

Yep, forgot to reverse after the litres per 100! Why can’t we all have one measurement?!

[@shaunnit]

If you think the top trim CX9 is slow well I am lost for words.😁

[@FamilyWheels]

I said it was slow?! It's underpowered compared to some competitors, but it's adequate :)

[@michalklucz6907]

I am always concerned about safety with captain chairs on the second row (for 3 rows cars). I can clearly see that you have a 'hole' in the console area so all small items from the trunk can fly into passenger zone in case of the accident.

[@FamilyWheels]

Fair point if you're gonna totally load up the rear with gear. Best go with the GT Trim with the bench.

[@reynaldomartinez4291]

Mazda rocks! Great cars. Terrific quality!

[@omermaras7716]

Good words , deeds and thoughts 🇮🇷🇺🇸🔥 ...

[@marckruse2181]

When we looked at the CX-9 we found the space in and behind the 3rd row to be too small. The packaging after the 2nd row is also not practical. It would fare better without the 3rd row to compete with the Passports, Atlas CrossSport, Grand Cherokee, etc.

[@FamilyWheels]

Good points Marc. The 3rd row was a 'sometimes' space, for sure :)

[@chadsummy2336]

They don’t do a panoramic sunroof because it would effect the driving dynamic says Mazda. It would be a lot more added weight.

[@FamilyWheels]

Great info, thanks Chad 👍🏻

[@bang-dingow520]

I want that ''Lad'' number plate

[@josephprisilyanandkatta4028]

When can we expect next-generation cx9?

[@FamilyWheels]

Not sure yet. I was wondering the same thing the other day.

[@reallifevibes4774]

Sweet car!

[@jaywho476]

So to address the lack of passenger space, Mazda decides to remove a seat. Brilliant.

[@manufacturingdefect1287]

Where I am at this costs the equivalent of 78k

[@nicolek181]

Do not buy a CX-9! I purchased a CX-9 brand new in 2009. The engine needed to be replaced while I had two car payments left. A few years later, I had the engine replaced because I loved the vehicle so much. The second engine didn't last a year. I will never buy another CX-9. I am so disappointed in Mazda. I currently drive an Acura MDX that was purchased more than a year ago with 190k miles. I currently have 250k miles and I haven't had one issue. Learn from my mistake. If you need a third row suv, buy an MDX.

[@francisgallozzi2595]

3-row climate control? I don't think so. 3-zone climate control, yes. Unlike most of its competitors, CX-9 has no vents for the third row.

[@rkalla]

This comment should be higher - didn't realize there were NO vents for 3rd row. Ugh

[@midlifemom5829]

Makes no sense not having vents wherever passengers sit 🙄

[@yadiwahyu5802]

Harga ampir 1 milllyeur

[@RIZFERD]

950juta

[@8.4_litre_V10]

Amuricans says this is small as f*** bcuz, well, Amuricans

[@FamilyWheels]

In some parts of the US the Nissan Armada is pretty much a standard hatch back!

[@robertbaca2396]

I would strongly recommend not buying a Mazda. We purchased a brand new 2016 Mazda CX9 and within 2 years had problems with a rough idle. Was told after second year it just needed new spark plugs. Dealer could never recreate rough idle. 4 years later we took it in for an oil change and was told the cylinder head was leaking coolant.....Cylinder heads on back order for two months due to known problem of leaking. the only solution was either a refurbished engine or New engine from dealer. Warranty just expired but dealer and Mazda just say “sorry either return your loaner car or replace the engine at your cost” Horrible experience......$4600.00 lesson learned. Please do yourself a favor and do not purchase a $40,000 car from Mazda only to have to purchase a $4600.00 engine in less than 4 years and trade in value now only $14,000 after new engine. NEVER again!

[@yongshixian9779]

the new 2021 cx9 actually has this problem solved from factory, so no such issue anymore, this only occured on the first batch of cx 9.

[@stephenhendricks103]

"Oodles" of overall cargo space??? I don't think so. At 199" in length the CX-9 is among the largest midsize 3 row crossovers. (Two inches or so longer than the Telluride, almost an inch longer than the VW Atlas, and exceeded in length only by the the Dodge Durango and the Chevy Traverse.) Overall cargo space is 71.2 cubic ft. Less than a Honda CR-V! The Telluride offers 87 cubic ft and the Atlas provides nearly 97 cubic ft. With all three rows dedicated to passengers the CX-9 offers only 14.4 cubic ft of cargo space compared to 21 cubic ft in the Telluride and 20.6 cf in the Atlas. At least that's more than the KIA Sorento (11 cf) but the Sorento is 10" shorter than the CX-9. As far as passenger space is concerned, the CX-9 is similarly challenged. It offers 135.1 cubic ft of overall passenger space. A KIA Sorento provides 151 cubic ft. Most midsize 3 row crossovers are challenged in terms of 3rd row space but the CX-9 ranks near the bottom of the list with 29.7" of legroom. The KIA Sorento has 31.7". Only the Toyota Highlander provides less at 27.7". The Mustang's back seat has 30" of rear seat legroom. Ever tried to put an adult in the back seat of a Mustang? Mazda claims they offer only a turbo 4 banger and a six speed transmission in the CX-9 because it doesn't need more power or better economy. The fact is that as the smallest independent mainstream manufacturer Mazda has to make do with the same engine/transmission combination in the CX-9, CX-5 and Mazda6, the latter two of which are far more appropriate homes for that engine/transmission combination. Mazda builds some excellent vehicles. The CX-9 isn't one of them. And that's why the CX-9 ranked at the very bottom of sales of all mainstream 3 row SUV's in North America in 2019.

[@FamilyWheels]

Looks like you’ve done your homework Stephen! Definitely on the lower end of space for this category (as I mentioned throughout) but third row down provides good space depending on your needs. Bit more punch would be great 👍🏻

[@stephenhendricks103]

@@FamilyWheels My objections to the CX-9 are not so much in terms of its absolute cargo and passenger space as much as it is to the incredibly inefficient allocation of space in the vehicle. Remember, the CX-9 isn't a relatively small 3 row midsize SUV. It's among the largest. If it were the size of the KIA Sorento (189" in length) its space for passengers and cargo might be understandable.(Though it would still trail the Sorento.) But considering it's longer than the Highlander, the Pilot, the Ascent, the Palisade, the Terlluride, the Atlas, and the Explorer its interior space is ridiculously cramped. Furthermore, all midsize 3 row SUV's are challenged compared to most full size SUV's (and certainly minivans) in terms of third row seating. But the CX-9 borders on unusable for anyone other than a young child or a small bound and gagged adult. (Granted that the CX-9 may appeal to the S&M crowd.) And while third row room may not be a high priority for many consumers, it's what distinguishes a 3 row SUV from its two row counterparts. Otherwise, why consider a 3 row vehicle, at all. There's a flock of shorter, more maneuverable and lighter 2 row alternatives to choose from. As far as cargo space behind the second row is concerned, the Sorento provides the same 38 cubic ft as the CX-9 with a 10" shorter footprint while the Telluride offers 46 cubic ft and the VW Atlas provides over 55 cubic ft. The Telluride is over 2" shorter and the Atlas an inch less than the CX-9 So what's the deal with the CX-9? The space inefficiency stems from a design decision to add nearly a foot to the distance from the front bumper to the firewall compared to its rivals. It's a design that sports car designers have used for about a hundred years to suggest potency and performance, features that appeal especially to males. (Ask Freud why.) But the CX-9's admittedly stylish exterior does nothing for its functionality. But what about its handling? Doesn't that make up for the Mazda's inefficient allocation of interior space? According to sales the answer is no. Professional reviewers love Mazda's excellent handling but few buyers are looking for a canyon carver in in 3 row SUV. And if they are, there's the far better selling CX-5 (six times the sales of the CX-9 in 2019) that has significant advantages over a 16.5 ft long crossover in terms of size and weight with the same engine and drive train.

[@FamilyWheels]

@@stephenhendricks103 What's your pick of the bunch in the category Stephen?

[@stephenhendricks103]

@@FamilyWheels The Telluride and Palisade are hard to beat for those who need a 3 row crossover on a regular basis, I think. Between them it comes down to a matter of taste. If you're interested in towing capacity one of the heavier duty Durangos can out-tow the Explorer by far. And if scalding performance is a top priority and you're willing to break the $60K (USD) MSRP barrier, a mid-trim Aviator looks good. If you're looking for long-term durability along with an emergency 3rd row the 4Runner looks like a strong choice. Personally, we're a small family (2 adults, a teenager, and a big dog) that needs a third row occasionally but prefer a smaller footprint. The KIA Sorento is our choice. We've had very good luck with a 2012 model and a more recent 2019 version.

[@FamilyWheels]

@@stephenhendricks103 Great to hear all your points of view on this segment Stephen. Thanks so much for sharing!!

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