2021 Mazda CX-9 Review

Name: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Review
Brand: Mazda

Price Range: $19,998 - $31,998

Mazda CX-9 Carbon Edition 4dr SUV Exterior

The 2021 Mazda CX-9 is one of the more distinctive three-row midsize SUVs, prioritizing style and driving experience. It also comes closest to closing the gap with the luxury brands with its impressive cabin materials and design. It falls short when it comes to cargo, utility and third-row accommodations, which seem like important things on a midsize-SUV shopper's list, and a big reason why it isn't higher up the ranks.

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2021 Mazda CX-9 Review

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What's new

New 10.25-inch central display screen with latest Mazda infotainment system is standard
New Carbon Edition trim with special paint and red leather
Signature trim has new grille and partially quilted leather seats
Minor feature changes throughout lineup
Part of the second CX-9 generation introduced for 2016

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$206/mo

$231/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3.5/5Above Average

#4 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs

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Cost

$480/yr

vs. $614/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Frequency

1.57x/yr

vs. 1.59x/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Severity

13.8%

vs. 16.7%
for Average Fullsize SUV

Mazda CX-9 Owner Reviews

4.3

36 reviews

5(69%)

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3(11%)

2(8%)

1(7%)

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

2021 Mazda CX-9 has all the room and luxury

KHix, 10/30/2020

2021 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

If you are looking for a lot of room, but not really looking for a vehicle to go 4 wheeling and towing a boat with, then the CX-9 is the car for you. We have had the car for a month now and talked to several previous owners of the CX-9 and they all recommend this car. We love all the options and the room. We opted for the Grand Touring, not the Signature because we didn't want the …

Great car and a great value

Great car abound good value, 12/12/2020

2021 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

The CX9 is luxurious and fun to drive. We have the CX5 as well. The power from the 2.5 turbo is great. We live in the mountains and the torque is plentiful. Not as big as some of the competition, but makes up for it in nimble handling.

Great Value

PAR, 02/07/2021

2021 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

Like the design, handling, comfort and smooth ride. Much better than fthe Pilot, Explorer and Highlander,

Love My CX9

Kane, 02/11/2021

2021 Mazda CX-9 Carbon Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

I traded my 2019 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve in on a 2021 Mazda CX 9 Carbon Edition. I thought I would miss my V6 twin turbo but I do not. My Mazda is fun and easy to drive, has a lot of features, the color in the Carbon Edition is great with the red leather, and overall I am completely impressed with this vehicle while also saving $20k compared to my Nautilus. The storage in most 3 row …

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2021 CX-9 Highlights

Trim:

Sport

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$34,160
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	24 MPG
Cost to Drive	$206/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	14.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the CX-9 models:

Smart City Brake Support: Automatically applies forward or reverse emergency braking if a low-speed collision seems imminent. Includes forward pedestrian detection.
Smart Brake Support: Automatically applies forward emergency braking if a collision seems imminent. Similar to Smart City Brake Support but activates at higher speeds.
Lane Keep Assist: Steers the CX-9 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover15.1%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Poor
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Good
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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2021 Mazda CX-9 Review

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2021 Mazda CX-9 Review

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