The 2018 Mazda CX-9 is a luxurious midsize SUV that is “meticulously crafted for drivers,” thanks to its superior driving dynamics. The remarkable exterior design of the vehicle not only emphasises on the KODO philosophy of the brand, but also makes the vehicle look exceptionally sporty and stylish.
Spacious enough for 7 occupants, the cabin is laced with latest technologies along with many comfort and convenience features to ensure that every ride in the 2018 Mazda CX-9 is a memorable one. The cabin is designed to give easy access to the third row seats while a new touchscreen infotainment system further improves the in-cabin experience of the occupants.
The all-new Mazda CX-9 is powered by a turbocharged engine that offers high-performance while maintaining fuel efficiency. Mazda has also added a number of active safety features as standard and offered many advanced safety features as optional to make it one of the safest family vehicles in the market.
Here is a review of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and lot more.
Design of the 2018 Mazda CX-9
The 2018 Mazda CX-9 has been designed while keeping Mazda’s KODO, “Soul of Motion” design philosophy in mind. As a result, the exterior of the SUV is very striking with its powerful lines and muscular curves. The interior is spacious and luxurious, thanks to the addition of latest technologies and the use of high-quality materials to enhance the in-cabin experience.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 has retained many of the signature elements such as the grille design and the long nose at front. The front fascia has the signature Mazda grille with chrome accents that can be found around the lower edge of the grille and on the lower bumper.
The air dam and air intakes are smaller than before to homogenize the overall appearance of the vehicle and give it a more stylish appeal. The hood has smooth lines that give the exterior a striking sporty appearance. The LED headlights have retained their design, but they now come with features like auto off and auto height control to improve the visibility of road for the driver.
The LED Daytime Running Lights have been added as well to make the vehicle visible to other commuters on the road. The stance of the vehicle is agile and wide, thanks to the addition of 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels that are fitted with all-season tyres for a better performance.
The rear of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 features slim LED combination taillights, dual exhaust outlets and a roof spoiler to give the vehicle a sporty appeal. The exterior is available in Snowflake White Pearl, Machine Gray Metallic, Sonic Silver Metallic, Titanium Flash, Deep Crystal Blue and Jet Black colors.
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Interior
The cabin of the 2018 CX-9 is all-luxury, thanks to the use of high-quality materials and latest comfort and convenience features. The cabin of the SUV is very spacious, with the second row offering seats for three passengers and the third row offering seats for two passengers. Since this is a family vehicle, the designers at Mazda have used high-quality yet easy-to-clean materials so that families can commute around in the SUV without having to worry about damaging the upholstery.
The front of the cabin is very driver-focused with every essential control within easy reach of the driver. The driver and the front passenger will enjoy 6-way adjustable and 4-way adjustable seats, respectively. The second row 60/40 split folding seats can tilt and slide to offer easy access to the third row that comprises of 50/50 split folding seats.
The driver will have easy access to the leather-wrapped steering wheel that features multiple driver controls. The dashboard has the MAZDA CONNECT Infotainment System that features a 7-inch full-color touchscreen display for the entertainment of the occupants.
Other entertainment and technological features in the 2018 Mazda CX-9 include 6-speaker Audio System, Bluetooth, Pandora Radio, Aha Radio, Voice Command System, Multiple USB Outlets, Three-zone Automatic Climate Control and a lot more.
With all 7 occupants seated, the 2018 Mazda CX-9 has a cargo capacity of 14.4 cubic feet, however, with the second and third row seats folded down, the cargo capacity of the vehicle can be increased to 71.2 cubic feet.
The optional interior features include Nappa leather upholstery, aluminum trim, genuine Rosewood accents, Bose Centerpoint 2 Surround Sound System with 12-speakers, power adjustable front seats, heated front seats, and a lot more.
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Performance of the 2018 Mazda CX-9
The 2018 Mazda CX-9 is a family vehicle that can also double as an adventure vehicle for any weekend getaway trip. The all-new Mazda CX-9 is a front-wheel drive SUV with i-ACTIV All-wheel Driving System available as an option.
The 2018 Mazda CX-9 is powered by a 2.5-litre turbocharged inline 4-Cylinder engine that comes with Advanced Direct Injection System and Variable Valve Timing to offer a fuel-efficient performance. The engine is capable of producing 227 horsepower and 420Nm of torque and is paired with a 6-speed automatic Activematic-SKYACTIV transmission. It offers a fuel efficiency of 22mpg in the city and 28mpg on the highway with front-wheel drive, while with the all-wheel drive, the vehicle has a fuel efficiency of 20mpg in the city and 26mpg on the highway.
The SUV comes with G-Vectoring Control, an innovative technology that gives more control to the driver. The 2018 Mazda CX-9 has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.
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— Mazda UAE (@Mazda_UAE) December 10, 2017
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Safety Features
The 2018 Mazda CX-9 is a luxurious family vehicle that comes with latest safety technologies to ensure that the occupants feel safe under any driving conditions. It hosts a wide variety of active and passive safety features that not only make the ride safe but also boost the confidence of the driver.
Some of the highlighting safety features of the all-new Mazda CX-9 include:
- Advanced Air Bags System
- Seatbelt Pretensioners
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Brake Assist
- Dynamic Stability Control
- Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring System
- Traction Control System
- Cruise Control
- Trailer Stability Assist
- Roll Stability Control
- Rear View Camera
- Hill Launch Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Side Impact Door Beams
- Smart City Brake Support
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- LATCH
The optional safety features include:
- Lane Keep Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Smart Brake Support
- Mazda Cruise Control
- High Beam Control
Drive confidently. And look good doing it. The 2018 Mazda CX-9 is an IIHS Top Safety Pick, with available Smart Brake Support and Adaptive Front-Lighting System.
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— Mazda USA (@MazdaUSA) February 20, 2018
Price of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 in the UAE
The 2018 Mazda CX-9 is a luxurious midsize family SUV that is already available in the UAE with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The starting price of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 is AED 117,000 that can go as high as AED 160,000 with the optional features and customizations.
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