Used Mazda CX-9 for Sale in Oakland, CA

SUMMARY: A true testament to a vehicle that hits the tuning sweet spot of suspension. As a first time Mazda CX-9 owner, the sporty yet luxury feel to the CX-9 is impressive for me and my passengers. We can actually have conversations at regular volume levels. I suprisingly look for ways to run errands and drive it more than any other vehicles I've owned. The CX-9 smoothly cruises in and out of highway traffic. You know a quality vehicle and suspension when you end up driving faster than you actually are. I always feel in control at highway speeds. It doesn't have an uncomfortable and unpredictable "float" to the ride as other SUVs such as my 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS. The Tom Tom Navigation's input screen can be difficult to use when putting in destination addresses. The navigation does have an accurate (and free) traffic setting that shows "home to work" and "work to home" traffic with slow downs and construction clearly marked and continually updated. The bluetooth streaming audio connection is stronger and more like HD audio than other vehicles I've driven. The Bluetooth phone connection takes too long (30-45 seconds) to connect when starting up the vehicle which is frustrating. It even has a Pandora app built in which works perfectly. The climate control works great and I like the conveniently located (right behind the driver/passenger arm rest) 2nd/3rd row rear climate controls and the fan power can literally blow your hair like on a windy day. Passengers love it. The 3rd row has tolerable access with a side pull lever on both sides of the 2nd row seats. I chose the Grand Touring with DVD Player option (Grand Touring with sun roof isn't available with a DVD Player) and am glad I did. The kids watch the DVD player on a trip of any distance and makes it easy on parents that the kids have control of inserting the DVDs in the rear unit and not waiting for us to load the DVDs from the front. PROS: Handling, sporty styling, suspension, cavernous interior, all seating feels plush, DVD player, Bose sound system, navigation CONS: The 20" Grand Touring wheel package / low profile tires make the ride harsh on uneven pavement. On smooth highways, however, the ride is blissful and interior is quiet. Large doors require planned parking lot parking.