Mazda CX-9 test drive since 2007 SUV

Test drive Mazda CX-9: Double blow

After his premiere, this SUV immediately won the public attention with an original design (read Zoom-Zoom, which favorably distinguished it from the rest of the representatives of this segment of large angular seven-seater cars, to which the Americans are so accustomed to.
The premiere of the pre-production model Mazda CX-9 took place in the spring of 2006 in New York. North American sales of the largest Mazda started at the beginning of 2007, then the car entered the markets of the countries of South America, Australia and Saudi Arabia. Then representatives of the Japanese concern did not plan to sell their new large SUV in Russia. However, the priorities are changing, and the Russian car market showed such an increase that almost all automakers rushed to us to bring the maximum number of models.
CX-9 Mazda 1
At first glance, not everyone will be able to distinguish a large CX-9 from the junior CX-7 crossover-designers managed to increase the useful volume of the body, retaining visual sizes within the framework of the permitted.
As for the Mazda CX-9, after its premiere, this SUV immediately won the public attention with an original design (read Zoom-Zoom), which favorably distinguished it from the rest of the representatives of this segment of large angular seven-seater cars, to which the Americans are so accustomed to. The smooth rapid lines of the body expressing the sports style of the Mazda brand, a highly tilted front stand, narrow windows, a high window sill and large wings visually hide more than a five -meter length (5089 mm) and a two -ton weight (2040 kg). For comparison, the length of the Mercedes GL SUV is 5088 mm, and the Audi Q7 5086 mm. Despite this, at first glance, even the sophisticated will not immediately be able to distinguish a large CX-9 from the Mid-size Mazda CX-7 crossover. Thanks to the designers who were able to increase the useful volume of the body, while retaining visual sizes within the framework of the permitted.

CX-9 Mazda K1
Many CX-9 elements, such as lighting equipment, migrated here in an increased version from the younger brother CX-7. According to the chief designer of the Mazda CX-9 Riyichi OY, this is a sports car that operates on an off-road field, and this duality is allocated by a Japanese SUV among other representatives of this class SUV. In my opinion, this phrase expresses the philosophy as well as the developers of the Big SUV MAZDA adhered to.
Traditionally, the Mazda Motor Rus team chooses for its presentations, if not exotic, then at least very unusual and interesting places. The Russian presentation of Mazda CX-9, which was not somewhere, but in Uzbekistan, was no exception. Representatives of the press were delivered by plane to Tashkent, after which they were to overcome the path of Tashkent Samarkand on cars. I must say that in the country Daewoo Nexi and Matizes, a stylish Mazda SUV made a real splash. Passers -by and motorists were actively interested in this miracle of technology, photographed and asked many different questions, mainly about the engine power and fuel consumption. The fact is that in Uzbekistan, only sufficiently wealthy people can afford to buy a car. The lines in the salons for the new Daewoo reach several years. Resellers actively use this, offering to purchase brand new Nexia without queue, but almost twice as expensive.
CX-9 Mazda 6
The smooth swift lines of the body express the sports style of the Mazda brand.
However, back to CX-9. A typical Mazdovsky interior meets us in the cabin, but for the CX-9, unlike the rest of the Mazda model range, it is made in a slightly more solid manner, which adds status that the driver of one of the largest cars in his class needs to feel. At first glance, all the same hard plastic, but upon closer examination, you notice that visually the finishing materials differ for the better both from Mazda6 and the CX-7. In my opinion, only pretentious wooden inserts on the central console and front doors, beloved by Americans, could be replaced by black lacquered plastic for our market, which undoubtedly fits better into the sports interior of the nine. However, unification does his job, and no one pays attention to such trifles.
CX-9 Mazda K2
Unlike the rest of the Mazda lineup, the CX-9 interior is made in a more solid manner. The finishing materials are the same tough, but the texture of plastic is more pleasant.
The rest of the CX-9 salon was pleased with the convenience and excellent ergonomics. Front seats with electro -regulations and an excellent profile tightly hold the driver's body with tenacious rollers of lateral support. Despite the Americanization, the developers of Mazda did not neglect the adjustment of the decay of the steering wheel, which almost all automakers sin. On the central console, a climate control control and an audio system was located between two vertical wooden strips. The supply of a car with a sensory display to Russia is not yet planned. As for the audio system itself, according to the official press release, it was developed by specialists of the notorious Bose specifically for the Mazda CX-9. In practice, the music in nine sounds really worthy. In addition to the 6-disk chainer and support for MP3 format, there is the ability to connect an external audioplayer.
CX-9 Mazda 11
Unlike CX-7, the Mazda CX-9 food has become more solid, but it does not look overloaded.
As for the rear passengers, a rather convenient sofa with an armrest, a good supply of legs space, as well as an individual microclimate control, consisting of two rotating regulators, has been prepared for them. There is also a longitudinal movement of the rear sofa and adjusting the back of the back. The volume of the luggage compartment for the seats of the third row is modest 267 liters. If you fold the gallery, then the beneficial luggage space increases to 928 liters. To completely load the cabin with a large -sized load, the second row of seats then the volume increases to 1887 liters. Separately, I would like to note the presence of the serving button of the fifth door.
Under the hood of the Mazda CX-9 supplied to Russia, a 3.7-liter V6 V6 engine with a capacity of 277 hp was located. With a mass of more than 2 tons on hurricane acceleration, one does not have to count. But is it necessary for a large solid SUV? The stock of horses under the hood is enough for overtaking on the highway and for a dynamic start from a traffic light. For this, special thanks to a quick 6-speed automatic transmission with the possibility of manual switching. The machine quickly finds the desired gear, and switching passes smoothly and softly.
CX-9 Mazda K3
On the way from the capital of Uzbekistan, there were new, just paved sections, and a broken road, the overhaul of which has not been carried out for several years. According to the even asphalt, the Mazda CX-9 goes like a glove. Despite the greater mass, there is no transverse swing even at all, the manifestation of the sports mood of the Japanese brand. In the city to manage a 5-meter SUV is a pleasure, sometimes even forget that you are sitting in one of the largest cars in the classroom. The turns are written predictably and this is understandable in the merit of excellent suspension settings (in front of McPherson, a multi -link behind). On irregularities, the sports component of a large SUV stands sideways, and Sedokov begins to shake. Last but not least, 20-inch wheels with 245/50 dimensions are to blame for this. However, this fact does not spoil the general high from driving.
CX-9 Mazda K4
At a speed of more than 120 km/h, insufficient information content of the steering wheel begins to appear. The adequate effort that the steering wheel is poured when the turns passes at medium speed is melting before our eyes, and the steering wheel is empty. In addition, it should be noted insufficient soundproofing of the bottom and wheel arches a well -known scourge of the entire model range of Mazda and other Japanese brands. Otherwise, Mazda CX-9 can give the driver a lot of pleasant sensations driving. As for the off -road potential, it has not yet happened to be evaluated. The scheme of the all -wheel drive of the nine is such that in the normal state it is a front -wheel drive car. In the case of slipping the front wheels, an interdosseous differential can transfer up to 50% of the moment to the rear axle.
The cost of Mazda CX-9 in the Russian market is 1,713,000 rubles. As an option, you can order only a hatch with an electric drive, which will raise the price by 25 thousand rubles. All other benefits, including three-zone climate control, a seven -seater salon, an audio system with 10 speakers and an amplifier, an electric drive of the front seats, a leather salon, a full electric package, 6 pillows and a complete set of electronic safety systems, are already included in the basic equipment.
CX-9 Mazda K5
The stylish Mazda CX-9 contrasts with the harsh Uzbek reality.
For comparison, the basic value of the Audi Q7 with a 3.6-liter engine is 2.2 million rubles, 258-horsepower Subaru Tribeca in seven-seater design will cost 1.7 million rubles, and the main competitor of Honda Pilot in a similar configuration of 1.5 million . rubles. The latter characteristics of the latter we have to evaluate in the near future. As for the Mazda CX-9, this is a great choice for those who need two actually incompatible qualities of large and roomy SUV, endowed with Passenia with Sport prefix.
Ruslan Galimov
The price of the tested car is 1,713,000 rubles
 
 


Complete the test of the tested car
Metallic paint
Darkened glass: rear and side
The door handles are chrome
Salon upholstery material - skin
Door panels upholstery material - skin
Leather braid of the steering wheel and gearbox handles
climate control
Remote control of the central lock
Electric windows of the front and rear doors
heating of the rear window
Electric driver's seat
Driver's seat with adjustable lumbar support
Driver's seat with height and angle adjustment
heating the front seats
Rear -view mirrors with electric drive and heating
Outdoor temperature sensor
Trip computer
Cruise control
Audiosystem Management on the steering wheel
Smart Card
Rain sensor
A washing fluid level sensor
ABS - anti -lock brake system
EBA - electronic emergency braking reinforcement system
EBD - electronic brake force distribution system
TCS - Anti -Tuggeling System
DSC - dynamic stabilization system
Front and side airbags, driver and front passenger
Lateral safety curtains
Safety belts
Height adjustable front belts
immobilizer
Security alarm
Halogen headlights
Fog lights
Alloy wheels 245/50 r20
Low -size spare wheel
Specifications
Body
Type of body SUV
The number of places 7
Trunk volume, l 928
Equipped mass, kg 2040
Full mass, kg 2712
Length, mm 5089
Width, mm 1936
Height, mm 1728
Wheel base, mm 2875
Road clearance, mm 204
Engine
Type gasoline
The location in front is transversely
Location and number of cylinders V6
Working volume, cm 3726
Cylinder diameter/piston stroke, mm 95.5 x 86.7
The degree of compression is 10.3
The number of valves per cylinder 4
Maximum power, L.S./rpm 277/6250
Maximum torque, Nm/rpm 366/4250
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed automatic
The drive is complete
Front suspension independent, mcesson
The rear suspension is independent, multi -link
Front brakes disk, ventilated
Rear brakes disk, ventilated
Tires 245/50 R20
Dynamics
Maximum speed, km/h 181
Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, with 10.1
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
city cycle 18.4
country cycle 9.9
mixed cycle 13.4
Fuel tank capacity, l 76
Fuel AI-95 gasoline
 

Source: Carclub.ru