Jerry Robbin

2018 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring

What’s New

What’s New for 2018

For 2018 the Mazda’s CX-9 has Smart City Brake Support, rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot monitoring standard on every trim level. A revised 2nd-row seat, G-Vectoring Control and additional standard equipment for the Grand Touring trim are some of the new additions for the model year.  The exterior is mostly a carryover from the 2017.

Safety Features

2018 Mazda CX-9 Safety Features

• Driver Air Bag
• Passenger Air Bag
• Front Head Air Bag
• Rear Head Air Bag
• Front Side Air Bag
• 4-Wheel ABS
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• Brake Assist
• Electronic Stability Control
• Daytime Running Lights
• Child Safety Locks
• Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
• Traction Control
• Blind Spot Monitor
• Auto-Leveling Headlights
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Cross-Traffic Alert

Driving Impressions

Driving Impressions

The 2018 CX-9 has superior ride and handling for its size and weight. The CX-9 feels agile, has responsive steering and an amazing suspension that reacts to any road condition. Mazda’s G-Vectoring reduces torque (shifting more weight to the front wheels), which improves steering feel and traction. Acceleration is superlative in the city or on the highway.

Under the Hood

The 2018 Mazda CX-9 drive train has a 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, which produces 227 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft of torque. This motor is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The CX-9’s towing capacity is 3,500 pounds,
2.5-liter turbocharged inline-4
227 horsepower @ 5,000 rpm (250 horsepower w/ 93-octane)
310 lb.-ft of torque @ 2,000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 22/28 mpg (FWD), 20/26 mpg (AWD)

Inside

The 2018 Mazda CX-9s has 3-row, 7-passenger seating. The front seats are supportive and comfortable. Highlighting the front seats is a wide console, that features a rotary dial and auxiliary buttons controlling the CX-9’s standard dash-mounted infotainment display. The  dash and controls are easy to read and acesable.

Notable Standard Equipment

3-zone climate control that includes a 2nd-row control panel, 7-inch color touch-screen display with rotary controller, Smart City Brake Support (active at speeds up to 19 mph), blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, a rearview camera and 18-inch wheels. However, unless you opt for a package, you’ll still have to manually adjust the front seats. Standard tech features include the Mazda Connect system with voice command, Internet radio streaming, Bluetooth connectivity, and AM/FM/HD Radio with an auxiliary input and two USB inputs.

Notable Optional Equipment on our Grand Touring model

heated and power-operated front seats, leather trim, power liftgate with adjustable height setting, a larger 8-inch command screen and four USB ports.: Smart City Brake Support (optional on the Sport). Grand Touring trims include navigation, 12-speaker Bose audio, a moonroof and more safety/driving aids such as radar cruise control, backup sensors and lane-keeping assist (optional on other trims). Signature models have all-wheel drive standard, Nappa leather trim, rosewood accents and LED accent lighting in the grille.

Exterior

The 2018 CX-9 with Mazda’s “Soul of Motion” design cues have sweeping forms and the signature large grille highlights the front. A pair of exhaust outlets further emphasizes this SUV’s rear end.

Summary

If you are in the market for a large premium SUV, that has room for 7 adults and children then visit your local Mazda dealer today for a test drive.

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