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2014 Mazda CX-9 Specs, Pictures, Trims, Colors

2014 Mazda CX-9

Our Take

Restyled last year, the Mazda CX-9 crossover seats up to seven in three rows and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. It competes with the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer and Toyota Highlander.Fresh for 2014Rear cross-traffic alert is now available.Exterior Highlights18-inch alloy wheels. Read Utter Report

What We Like

• Nimble treating considering its size
• Powerful V-6
• Highway stability
• Visibility

What We Don’t Like

• Unintuitive TomTom-based navigation
• Dated interior design
• Third row best left for kids

Notable Features

• Fresh available rear cross-traffic alert
• Seats seven in three rows
• Standard Roll Stability Control
• Available blind spot warning system

Reviews

Our Experienced Reviews

Editor's note: This review was written in February two thousand thirteen about the two thousand thirteen Mazda CX-9. Little of substance has switched with this year's model. To see what's fresh for 2014, click here, or check out a side-by-side comparison of the two model years. The Mazda CX-9 has struggled to keep its head above water in a sea of similar large crossovers, and however it's not the roomiest, this . Read total review for the two thousand fourteen Mazda CX 9

Consumer Reviews

Average based on sixteen reviews

Best value for a seven seater AWD

The Mazda CX9 fits flawlessly for a family looking for a seven passenger vehicle that is not a minivan and has four wheel drive. How can you get a better seven passenger SUV for under 30K (if you do some . Read Utter Review

6 Trim Levels Available

Gallery

Our Advice

Safety

Crash-Test Reports

IIHS Ratings

Based on Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring

Front P Head Restraints and Seats M Moderate overlap front G Roof Strength M Side G View IIHS Rating Breakdown

IIHS Ratings

Based on Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring

Chest G Head/Neck A Hip/hip G Lower gam/foot A Overall evaluation P Retraints and dummy kinematics P Structure and safety cell M

Head Restraints and Seats

Dynamic Rating M Overall Rear M Seat Head/Restraint Geometry G

Moderate overlap front

Chest G Head/Neck A Left Gam/Foot G Overall Front G Restraints G Right Gam/Foot A Structure/safety box G

Roof Strength M

Driver Head Protection G Driver Head and Neck G Driver Pelvis/Gam G Driver Chest G Overall Side G Rear Passenger Head Protection G Rear Passenger Head and Neck G Rear Passenger Pelvis/Gam G Rear Passenger Chest G Structure/safety cell A

NHTSA Ratings

Based on Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring

Overall Overall Front Overall Side Overall Rollover Rating View NHTSA Rating Breakdown

NHTSA Ratings

Based on Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring

Recalls

Good news! There are presently no known recalls on two thousand fourteen Mazda CX-9.

Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-Bumper

Powertrain

Roadside Assistance Coverage

What you should get in your warranty can be confusing. Make sure you are informed.

Warranties Explained

Bumper-to-Bumper

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil switches, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do suggest them is leisurely rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire quicker than powertrain warranties.

Powertrain

Don’t be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn’t promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don’t cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

Roadside Assistance

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire switches and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

Free Scheduled Maintenance

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil switches, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the very first duo of years of ownership of a fresh car.

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