The development of the Mazda CX-9 was based on the idea of an on-road, 3-row SUV that embodies Mazda DNA as realised in the Zoom-Zoom concepts of Stylish, Insightful and Spirited.

The Stylish concept takes Emotion, Prestige and Newness to the extreme, departing remarkably from the styling of conventional 3-row SUVs. The incorporation of Mazda design DNA in the CX-9 is realised in its sophisticated and upscale styling which is a perfect match for a next-generation, New Medium Crossover SUV.

The Insightful concept is aimed at support of customers and their families through the outstanding ease-of-use of the CX-9 in their busy and various lifestyles. We have focused on innovative packaging and outstanding ease-of-use in every aspect of the vehicle's use, not only driving. At the same time, the CX-9 achieves the craftsmanship of a premium brand that provides the owner an overwhelming feeling of prestige.

The CX-9 takes the concept of Spirited to an even higher level of performance, joining other Mazda vehicles which already enjoy a strong reputation all over the world. The CX-9's sporty, responsive handling sets it apart from competitors in what we believe is a fun-to-drive SUV that will more than satisfy customers.

Adding a safety performance which surpasses the high standards required of SUVs, customers can experience a driving performance unlike a conventional SUV, and a reliability that promises to deliver a comfortable driving experience.


Bold and athletic. Responsive and agile. Inspiring and reassuring. The CX-9 is a new statement of leadership in crossover SUVs. Designed and engineered to meet both your emotional desires and your rational needs in equal and full measure. Inviting you to get in and drive wherever the fancy takes you. More than that the CX-9 seats up to seven adults in uncompromised comfort, so family and friends can not only come along for the ride, they can relax and enjoy it too. Inside and out the CX-9 is not only what you need, it's also what you really want.

The sleek exterior styling is both eye candy and hints at the quality, comfort and driving pleasure that lie within. The sharply raked windscreen, muscular fenders, and large wheels and tyres give clear expression to the CX-9's exciting performance. The design details such as the horizontal chrome bar in the front grille, elegantly flowing side windows and unique trapezoid exhaust pipes emphasize the vehicle's craftsmanship.


Turn everyday driving into pure pleasure. The journey starts with a newly-developed high-power 204kW [270hp] 3.7-litre V6 DOHC to move Mazda CX-9 with smoothly powerful grace and authority.

Featuring all-aluminium construction, four valves per cylinder and variable intake valve timing, this lightweight engine delivers tremendous torque and power across the entire speed range giving you effortless, exciting response in all driving conditions.

What's more, a wide range of advanced measures holds NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) down at the levels found in a luxury sedan.


The 6-speed Activematic (Auto & Manual) gearbox with carefully-chosen gear ratios keeps the engine in the sweet spot, delivering sparkling acceleration at any time and an active torque-split four-wheel drive system (2WD models available in some areas) delivers all this sporty power to the road.

This advanced system takes input from various sensors and automatically adjusts torque distribution depending on traction conditions: up to 50% of the drive power goes to the rear wheels to maintain curve-hugging grip under virtually any road conditions.

All-independent suspension - MacPherson strut at the front and multilink at the rear - is integrated with an ultra-rigid body to assure a smooth, comfortable ride allied with taut, linear handling.

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