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Best In Its Class
shawn08, 10/08/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just purchased the Mazda Cx9 Touring in September. I have about a 1000 miles on the truck. I enjoy driving this truck, its way better on gas than the LR3 I had. The interior of the vehicle is well designed. I did not get the Grand Touring since cars with nav these days go for less when it's time to trade in or sell. Got the entertainment center with the upgraded Bose stereo it's amazing! Not sure what everyone is talking about but my car has a trip odometer maybe they don't know how to find it. Before I made this purchase I test drove quite a bit of trucks before making my decision. I am glad I went with the CX9.
Pretty good crossover
butter44, 06/14/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I like it. The manual says to use super unleaded so that is what I do. Gets about 17 - 19 mpg. Seems fine to me. Better than my truck that gets 10.
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Lots of car for the money
MF, 10/20/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Compared with Honda Pilot, Acura MDX, Toyota Highlander. I'd not considered the Mazda originally, but when we drove it we loved it. CX-9 clearly offered much more car for the dollar than others in its class. The build quality seems excellent, interior materials are very nice - much better than Honda or Toyota.
Mazda c x 9 great for family with young kids
Jennifer Lee, 04/12/2016
2008 Mazda CX-9 Sport 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this brand new when my kids were little. It was a great car to cart kids and their friends around because of the 3rd row. Mechanically it performed very well. Maintainence cost was relatively low for 8 years. The Mazda dealership was wonderful to work with in buying and negotiating the car. For years they gave me a loaner when I had to bring it for anything.
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Fun car!
btm2518, 03/19/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love driving this car. I'm 6'7" and it it one of the most comfortable cars I've ever driven.
A total surprise!
Aaron, 08/25/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have been looking for the perfect large SUV to replace our 04 Chevy Venture that was totaled about three weeks ago, and found it in the CX-9. At first look it is sexy but seemingly too small for my family of 6. But I took one for a test drive to my wife, and we fell in love. It was a base sport model and I was still impressed. The interior design is a 10+, handling is great. I pushed the engine out to about 5000 or 6000 rpm before shifting in manual mode and the tranny was still silky smooth. I had to check the readout to be sure that I even shifted gears. All of my kids fit surprisingly well with two boosters and one car seat.
What a ride
Wyzby, 11/05/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After owning a Lincoln Navigator and Honda CRV, what a treat to have a powerful yet nimble car to drive. It has the size and power but lacks the clumsy sloppy handling of other larger SUVs. We love the interior and its performance on winding roads is spectacular. Our minds were made up on another CRV but I am glad for the small difference we looked and bought the CX-9
2008 CX-9 GT AWD ++++
armann, 12/16/2007
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The vehicle's design is superb. The driver's seat is the best, you have all the buttons strategically located. Great bang for your bucks.
Great vehicle, skip the Nav
Mazda driver, 11/11/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased top of the line with all features, Side view warning system terrific, back-up camera excellent, sat radio great, ride tight, excellent, pick up so so, space terrific. Nav is terrible. Enter "Walmart" and it sends you to a walmart in different state! Interface is horrible. Buy a Garmin instead.
Incredible Value
MCNC, 08/26/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Traded in an '05 MDX, and after review & test drive of the new MDX and other "premium" CUVs, couldn't believe the value - I suppose maybe a few missing features? No compromise to the ride and handling, however, and great drivetrain with 6 spd manumatic. X5, ML, Audi, etc, have nothing on the CX-9 in terms of the way it drives. Also quiet and comfortable. Mileage is as advertised, not great, though on a recent trip got 18.5 mpg with car loaded down including rooftop luggage. Middle row seat is limousine-like. Only criticism is this is my 2nd Mazda (also a 2007 "3") with a vibrating LH mirror - Mazda can't fix them?? One unscheduled repair for a failed rear wheel bearing.
Used CX-9 for family
Boogs SUV, 11/16/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Sport 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle because my wife and I need a bigger car. I had a Toyota Matrix but with a car seat in the back made for a tight fit along with the stroller. We have had this suv for about 3 weeks now and love it. We have no complaints except for gas mileage. But can't do anything about that it's an SUV not a four cylinder. Also big BLIND SPOTS but fixed it with buying a wide rear view mirror.
Fast and Fun with issues
bfad, 02/02/2010
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring AWD (JD Powers SUV of the Year). It is truly fun to drive. The power/handling in the SUV will blow you away. You feel like your driving a sports car. The interior design is above average and the third row seating is actually usable by adults. This SUV has many wonderful selling points. But my CX-9 has had some durability/quality issues. At 12,000 miles I needed new wheel bearings installed on front right side. At 22,500 I needed four new tires installed ($875.00) and yes I rotated them every 6000 miles. It didnt help! This SUV eats up tires like you cant believe. Now at 24,000 miles I need new wheel bearings on the driver side and the rear climate control is acting
Big switch from German made vehicles
Gary , 09/25/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
After owning 3 VW Passat Wagons (8 total German made autos) we made a decision to go with the CX-9. Enormous price difference and a larger cargo area made the difference. Low price put us in the Grand Touring. Great styling, nice interior appointments. Too early to tell about reliability. Looking forward to use all-wheel drive here in Michigan.
Not user friendly for mutliple car seats
Judy, 05/18/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I leased the car on a comparison review of the Highlander,the Pilot and the CX- 9. There are only 2 baby clips available in the 2nd seat. You can not put a baby seat in the middle (it folds down). I put my 1st baby seat on the smallest section and then could not fold down the larger section to get into the 3rd seat. (I needed to place 3 car seats in the car) In the comparison they did point out the negative about the rear passenger doors being longer and more difficult to open it tight situations. I have found that it is more difficult in most situations. The road noise is terrible. There are multiple blind spots and the drivers seat is very uncomfortable
Fun while it lasted
No more Zoom Zoom for me., 09/01/2021
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
For and SUV it launches like a rocket! Handles great around corners. Around 100k things the anti-collision failed. Then the infotainment dimmed until it was impossible to see in bright sunlight. Around 125k the it started lurching if you took your foot off the gas, coasted, then accelerated. Felt like it was trying to grab. Clunk Clunk Clunk, then it caught and took off again. It was intermittent. Mechanic could not recreate it. Now at 140k it's easy to replicate. Just got told it was the spline slipping between transmission and xfer case. Easy to replace if he could get the part. Which he says he can't. So that will be $6700 to replace the tranny and xfer case on a car worth about $4k for trade in. Getting a second opinion since he said the tranny is fine by itself. Mebbe someone can find the spline standalone.
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Lots of bells and whistles for a 2008, but....
Tim, 08/02/2021
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
When it works, its a great car. Love the heated seats, the dual climate controls, the auto air conditioning, the automatic headlights, automatic windshield wipers. Seats are comfy. Seats 4 comfortably, but the third row is a bit of a squeeze. Still, a good car and I have been happy overall with the ownership experience. I have the AWD, and the downside is it goes through tires rather quickly, and you have to replace all four each time. I have been really good at rotating the tires every time I get an oil change, but still every 3 years or so I need to get a new set. Also, the wheel bearings are starting to go, and if you need to replace the spark plugs its really spendy (for me) as they are not easy to get to so the labor is up there. Overall I would recommend the car, but be ready to replace the tires more than you normally would.
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Fun to drive
Stacy Malmberg, 08/28/2018
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Bluetooth had completely quit working and it took my dealership three months to correct the issue. Since the repair it does not allow me to hear if it is running, or the line is busy. The vehicle is nice to drive. It hugs the road and takes corners like a sports car-it is awesome!
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How do they do it?
SLIVer93, 01/15/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After driving 9 other 7 passenger SUV/CUVs to replace our jeep after the birth of our twins, the CX9 easily came out on top. It is remarkable how they make a vehicle of this size drive as small as it does. Mazda really thought this one through before putting it out there, unlike most others that put the third row in as an after-thought.
Just a few missing parts
dragonphire, 11/15/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had less than sixty days but I am really luv'n this car. I flew to Chicago from NC to get it and drove it the 13 hours back the next day and was really impressed. There are a few things I would change like having auto door locks and trip computer. Yes the gas mileage stinks but not much worse than others I have driven. Real world is always different than EPA anyway. I have test driven every thing available in the segment and this is the best thing going.I drove the Flex, Highlander, Pilot and the GM trips as well as Audi, BMW and some others.
CX-9 = Practical and Fun
Kevin, 01/22/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I compared Highlander, Outlook/Acadia/Enclave, Veracruz, and the CX-9. They all were very well designed, spacious CUVs, but the CX-9 was the only vehicle that was exciting to look at and fun to drive. I have had my CX-9 for 3 weeks and driven about 700 miles. The CX-9 is a very spacious, practical vehicle, and it is about as close to driving a sport sedan as a CUV can get. The Grand Touring 20" wheels do ride slighly stiffer than the 18" wheels on the Touring, but I don't find it objectionable. The interior is quiet at cruise, but you can still hear the engine growl under acceleration. Handling seems nimble for such a large vehicle.
Finally found it
JT, 01/24/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've been considering an SUV for quite some time but having driven sports cars and sports sedans all my life I wasn't quite happy with anything out there. When I finally got serious about looking last year I considered just about everything on the market from the Isuzu to the Lexus. I was surprised to find Mazda had an entry large enough for my needs and pleased to find the array of options and accessories to match up with almost any of the others. After a month and a half and 2500 miles, I'm happier with my choice than when I first got it. I would recommend anyone looking for a mid to large size SUV look into this car.
Best Crossover Value on the market
h_charles, 01/25/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased as 3rd car to go with a Porsche 911. I've always driven nothing but European sports cars, but am VERY impressed with this car. Steering is excellent for any vehicle. Handling is good for a car this big, but Mazda really needs to address the torque steer under hard acceleration in FWD models. It isn't fast, but quick enough for what it is. The interior is tasteful and well done. A few cheap plastic bits, but what do you expect at this price? This car looks and performs like a $45K car, and can be had nicely optioned for $35K. A steal at this price, it drives as well as some competitors costing $20K more. Perfect as kid carrier or a sporty SUV- - can do both well.
Mazda surprises us
Phillip Jones, 07/27/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this new a year ago. Driven it to California and back (Dallas). Really enjoy the drive, interior room, fuel mileage, nav system, and performance. Engine performs nicely. Rear entertainment system is nice: kids really like it. Powered rear door/hatch is really handy. A/C is powerful. 3rd row seats are split, and easy to bring up and put down. This is our first Mazda and we're really impressed with this vehicle. I've hit speeds up to 85mph and the CX9 handled well.
Great Value, Fun to drive
hmendoza, 11/29/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just bought the CX-9 last week but been researching CUVs for the last six months and the CX-9 is the best value for the money and is a lot of fun to drive. My wife and I are very happy with it.
almost a great ride
D, 08/17/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent drivetrain, fun in the snow (with winter tires), fun on pavement. This car does have Zoom Zoom, especially for a 4500 pound wagon. Everything about the car is good, except for the coolant leak that has presented odor in the car (while in traffic especially) with no visible signs elsewhere. The regional service mgr. refuses to step up and acknowledge / fix the car, with empty statements of 'protocol', Mazda almost has a winner with its flagship automobile. I really like driving the car, just the annoyance is enough to steer towards another make next time.
Over-rated, Highlander better choice
BDW, 07/11/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The transmission noise/uncertainty and lurching is a continuing source of annoyance. The visibility is just fair at best. The fuel economy isn't close to 'EPA estimates' and it's hard to get in and out w/o banging my head on the too low entry/roof. My favorite passenger isn't happy about ride comfort either. A very over-rated vehicle.
Crossing over to a true Crossover
Jeff M, 12/03/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have had the Mazda CX-9 now for several weeks now and truly enjoying the experience. We purchased the touring over the grand touring based on available features and price. We have been very pleased with the ride and available features Mazda has put into this vehicle. We went from a Suburban to the CX-9 and that was difficult at first because of the difference in interior room. The 9 is built on a truck frame but feels more like driving a car. It's fun to drive and very comfortable. You will be impressed.
The Car Sold Me
Tim R, 09/15/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased a new 2008 Mazda CX9 for my wife in Feb 2009. We were impressed by the look and ride of the car. We were blown away by the fuel economy of our car. We were expecting less than 20 miles per gallon. We are getting 22 to 23 miles per gallon. Our only sore spots with the car are the hood latch that broke very easily and the third row seat belt hooks that feld off while driving around town. Due to the great car's ride and comfort, those flaw are very minor in comparison. We will recommend and have recommend buying the CX9 to our friends and family. The power will blow you away.
Best Sporty 3-row CUV
ceric, 12/04/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I compared Highlander before CX9. The 3rd row of Highlander is a joke. CX9 is the best deal in a feature-packed package with sporty handling. In short, CX9 drives like a BMW X5 at 1/2 price with more room.
All it's cracked up to be!
Bo, 10/07/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I did a lot of research before purchasing the 08 CX9. Looked at Acura, Lexus, Volvo and Cadi. The X9 is by far the best. I can't believe there a not more of these on the road. I have never owned a Mazda before but if this continues to meet my standards I will buy another. Handling excellent! Style Awesome! Get up and go, yes! I get a lot of looks with this car. I bought it for my wife but I want to drive it too. I traded in a Cadi SRX and this is much better. Great car, you won't be disappointed!
Overall Great Car
Mark, 10/19/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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Owner for 2 years. Overall very satisfied with this vehicle. Great acceleration and smooth ride. After driving it 1000 miles in 1.5 days, I was surprised that my back didn't hurt. I am very pleased with this car's performance, but can't say the same for the dealership's service. Love the Bluetooth and Nav system. Average hwy mileage at 75mph is 25. In town mileage could be better. Loads of cargo room. Down fall is that no daytime running lights and if you turn headlights on during the day, I can't see the speedometer very well even with my prescription sunglasses.
Great Ride for a Big Vehicle
parunner, 09/17/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought this because we needed a family vehicle with more space. We went from a VW Passat and honestly there is not much difference going to this bigger vehicle. It drives wonderful.
Outstanding Crossover
Greg, 12/04/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my CX-9 for almost a year now and we absolutely love it! The only complaint is it could get better MPG (I am averaging about 16 mpg). I researched and test drove about every crossover out there and none felt as good to drive as the CX9. The stereo is awesome, especially the surround sound when playing a DVD. Xenon headlights are great. Anyone who has never been in this car before is surprised how nice it is and can't believe it is a Mazda. The handling and performance are second to none in the crossover segment. The transmission is silky smooth. The GPS with back up camera are great features. I would recommend this car to anyone looking for a sporty crossover.
If Lexus made a 3-row Cross-Over....
ALM, 10/21/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
...it would be this vehicle. Bought it used but it only had 74 miles on it!! Great Deal!! Traded in my 2000 Ford Explorer w/ a V-8. What a world of difference. This CUV is so much smoother, refined and quiet. Love the handling and power. Took a long distance trip (1000 miles round trip) and it was a perfect combination for passenger and cargo space. Three rows came in handy, plenty of room for the kids. Minor quibbles: CX-9s w/ navigation require separate i-pod module, no automatic locks when rolling, no rear back-up sensors (Explorer had em), no load leveling system, seat cushion slightly short for taller drivers. Other than that, having a tough time keeping it from my wife.
A driver's SUV
SwissDog, 07/13/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have been driving a Mazda 3 5-door for the past 4 years. That vehicle drove great and had amazing feel in the wheel-just as good as my wife's 2002 325i. Getting behind the wheel of the CX9 was seamless... no difference in feel. There is definitely more mass but that's what you get for a big vehicle.
Transmission Issue
Les, 12/15/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fuel mileage is poor. We have taken 2 long trips,one West to Yellowstone, Glacier, Tetons and the Black Hills. 2nd was to East Coast Fall Colors trip At the toll booths one needs to accellerate quickly after paying in order to merge with the other cars and we found that during this hard accelleration the transmission would not up shift beyond 4th gear even with pedal fully released, the only way to up shift was to maive the lever into the manual position then force the up shift manually. We have taken the car in to Morrie's on 2 occasions but was not able to dispaly the problem to the service people. We soon start another long trip and have concerns about the transmission failing
Mama's Zoom Zoom
Brandi, 12/03/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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Its no mini-van but has all of the positives of one. Three rows of seating. Its no truck but tows like one. Its not an SUV but the AWD makes sure you go anywhere you want. Its not really a sports car but is fun to drive like one. Its just a fantastic vehicle that does it all. I didn't lose style, fun or multi-use. Better gas mileage than a truck/suv.
Love it
susaner1, 12/21/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Been driving this car for one year and love it. Great handling and feels like a sports car. Agree with some issues, like needing auto door locks and better mileage; but the NAV sys is great, you just have to be sure its set where you live. Have driven big SUVs before and will never go back. Don't use the third seat, but use the significant cargo space for 4 big dogs. Plenty of room and very reliable. Great sound system, cool keyless entry, and useful, easy to reach controls. Highly recommend the CX9!
MPG Only Complaint
paul andoni, 12/25/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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1600 miles into our 2008 Touring CX-9, AWD option has already paid for itself in a brutal start to winter, even by Michigan standards. Decided on Touring over Grand Touring because 18 in. wheels/tires produce a much less jittery and more comfy ride than the 20 inchers on our cratered, suburban Detroit roads. The vehicle strikes a wonderful ride comfort/handling balance, providing agility, flat cornering, responsive transmission and steering while not punishing occupants on bad roads. I am surprised by the lack of a mpg computer. While not expecting hybrid-like fuel economy, I am very disappointed by the 12.6 mpg experienced thus far--can only hope this improves as break-in progresses!
Great car!!
Michael, 03/05/2010
2008 Mazda CX-9 Sport 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very nice car in all aspects with the exception of gas mileage! Still though if you need the third seat this is the cream of the class!
So far so good
Satisfied, 01/09/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Sport 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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Have had it almost 2 weeks and it's been fun to drive. We are getting a lot of looks as this Crossover is not often seen. (You'd think that with the Motor Trend SUV of the Year Award that more people would buy this vehicle!) We had a Toyota Sienna and this rides & handles very similar. We have not noticed any "engine noise". We were shopping for a Highlander but totally fell in love with the CX-9... a lot roomier and much better style!
CX9 Australian Review
David Hill, 03/31/2010
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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I've had my CX9 now for 2 years and have done 60,000 Km (35,000 miles). I understand they are only released in North America and Australia (RH drive). 3.7 L V6 is great, the leather interior is well finished, goes hard but drinks fuel just as hard. Gas in Australia is $1.35 per litre, which means a tank is over $80 and I get about 450 km per tank. A few minor problems, drive shaft replaced the first week, factory fault with a bad highway shudder, always repaired fast without fuss. I do a lot of Brisbane inner city parks and I can nail the big bastard into most car spaces. I'd buy another, I love it, we call it "Mazilla" as it is Japanese and large.
Don't Hesitate to buy this Crossover
Mark B, 01/16/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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I wanted to wait until I had 15,0000 miles before I wrote this review. I am 55 and buy a new car about every 3 maybe 4 years and have since I was 20. I have always had station wagon, mini van, SUV type vehicles. Owned mainly GM and Ford and I can say without doubt that the CX9 GT is the best vehicle I have bought. It handles beautifully, is so quiet and smooth. No problems of any kind in my first 15K miles. We have taken in the mountains of CO and gone on dirt mt. roads and the FWD was superior to any of my RWD vehicles. This is a roomy fun car to drive and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone. I drove the GMC Acadia and its a nice car but not near as nice as the CX9 GT.
Mazda review
mazda review, 08/30/2010
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Keys sometime loses strength and you can spend a while pressing on door to open the door.
The BEST crossover. Love It.
carguy, 01/22/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is amazing. As a car nut who has owned just about every type of car imaginable including Audi, BMW etc. - this vehicle has exceeded my expectations in every way. The drivability and sheer practicality of the CX-9 is unmatched. I looked at every crossover and for anyone who enjoys cars - there simply is no comparison if you need the room of a 3 row CUV/SUV. I even owned the new Acura MDX and aside from the Acura's vastly superior navigation system, just about everything else on the CX-9 is better. BTW - I have not had any issues with the 20 inch wheels - the ride is smooth, taut and in no way harsh. The CX-9 simply drives like a nice European vehicle. Highly recommend it.
Beware of interior and paint
dd mass, 09/19/2010
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
so far car has been good except the moldings around radio the black plastic moldings melted in the heat and mazda will not cover them due to outside influence so mazda does not stand behind there products hope if anything happens to engine they stand behind that paint chips to easily
Pleasantly Surprised!
T Clark, 11/01/2010
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Never thought about owning a Mazda. Test drove an Infiniti FX35 and compared to the Mazda CX-9 it was so much smoother and really has a lot of power. I was really impressed. You get so much more for your money with this model. Love the way it handles and my daughter loves having the DVD system. That was just an added bonus for us. Only had it a few days, but so far it has been great!
Best SUV/Crossover for the money!
s515fox, 01/27/2009
2008 Mazda CX-9 Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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This is our second Mazda, having driven a 2008 CX-7 since early 2008, which was a company car. We were so impressed with it, that we decided to buy the CX-9 for it's greater seating and because of excellent consumer reviews to accompany our experience with the CX-7. We couldn't be happier with our purchase. We bought a program car with 18K miles on it for about $21K, with leather seats. Another $600 spent on a DVD player and $200 on GPS saved us about $2-3K for the factory installed versions. We couldn't be more pleased with this vehicle! The ride and comfort is better than the CX-7; it's quieter and feels very luxurious. We'll have this for a long time!
Big CUV w/ heart of a sports car
mattyj, 02/01/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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I am a Realtor and I drive a lot of miles for work, to the tune of 25K-30K a year. I got rid of an 06 BMW M5 for my Mazda for practical reasons. Ive had too many friends with the X5 that had many problems with a whole laundry list of stuff. I dont care for the way the Acuras or Toyotas look. So for me it was between the VW, Mazda CX-9 and Audi. The Mazda was in there because I have all car magazines coming to the house and I had read that the Mazda was truly something. And it looks incredible. So, I went and drove them all and the Mazda was truly all by its self. The Audi and VW had quicker 0-60 times but the handling of the Mazda made you forget about its 4300lbs. the other did not.
Best Value without a doubt!
CX-9ers, 02/04/2008
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
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Looked a Lexus GX470 for months but did not want to pay high prices for DVD and navigation combo, this car gave me both and a much lower price. Perfect size car for the wife to drive too. Love all the features!