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Mazda CX-9 2021
Carsguide Family reviewer Nedahl Stelio had this to say at the time: So, who comes out on top? It’s very close and it goes without saying that if you’re after a car that fits eight people, the Palisade is for you as the CX-9 seats seven. While the CX-9 scored higher points for design, driving and fuel consumption, the Palisade beat it on space. They seem on par for safety but the Palisade edges slightly ahead with tech as it has the touchscreen.Â
You can read the full review here.The 2021 Mazda CX-9 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Mazda CX-9 2021 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Mazda CX-9 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azami (AWD) | SUV | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | — | — | |
| Azami (awd) 100TH Anniversary | SUV | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $62,040 | $71,280 | |
| Azami (awd) LE | SUV | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $66,220 | $76,120 | |
| Azami (FWD) | SUV | 2.5L ULP 6 SP AUTO | — | — | |
Mazda CX-9 2021 Interior
The Mazda CX-9's family friendly interior is headlined by a ‘floating’ central display that measures up 10.25 inches in diameter, with the largest version powered by the latest multimedia system, which uses a rotary controller as its input method.
The Touring grade gets cloth upholstery, while the Sport, GT and GT SP upgrade to leather, and the Azami and Azami LE get quilted Nappa cow hide.
Mazda CX-9 2021 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2021 Mazda CX-9 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1969mm x 1747mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Mazda CX-9 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport (fwd) | SUV | 1747x1969x5075 mm | 222 mm | |
| Sport (awd) | SUV | 1747x1969x5075 mm | 222 mm | |
| Touring (fwd) | SUV | 1747x1969x5075 mm | 222 mm | |
| Touring (awd) | SUV | 1747x1969x5075 mm | 222 mm | |
Mazda CX-9 2021 Colours
Thye CX-9 is available in eight colours - ‘Machine Grey Metallic’, ‘Polymetal Grey Metallic’, ‘Soul Red Crystal Metallic’, ‘Snowflake White Pearl Mica’, ‘Sonic Silver Metallic’, ‘Titanium Flash Mica’, ‘Deep Crystal Blue Mica’, and ‘Jet Black Mica’
- Machine Grey Metallic
- Polymetal Grey Metallic
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Snowflake White Pearl Mica
- Sonic Silver Metallic
- Titanium Flash Mica
- Deep Crystal Blue Mica
- Jet Black Mica
Mazda CX-9 2021 Towing capacity
The Mazda CX-9 has maximum towing capacity of 2000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Mazda CX-9 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport (fwd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
| Sport (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
| Touring (fwd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
| Touring (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
Mazda CX-9 2021 Accessories
Standard equipment in the Mazda CX-9 includes dusk-sensing LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers, push-button start, satellite navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, digital radio, a head-up display, and three-zone climate control.
Mazda CX-9 2021 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mazda CX-9 2021 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Are there plans for a new Mazda CX-9?
Mazda introduced this version of the CX-9 in mid-2016. There have been a couple of facelifts since then (including some specification and model shuffling, as recently as late last year) but there probably won’t be an all-new CX-9 for at least another few years. Based on the previous model’s eight-year lifespan, you could figure on 2024 or so for an all-new CX-9 and you might be getting close.
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Mazda CX-9 2021 Seats
The Mazda CX-9 is available with the option of six or seven seats. Five of its six grades and a bench in the second row, while the other one has two captain's chairs instead. Either way, there is a pair of bucket seats in the first row, and a two-seat bench in the third row.
Mazda CX-9 2021 Boot Space
The CX-9’s boot is still pretty usable with all three rows in action, with 230L of cargo capacity available, but you can stow the two rear seats to get 810L in total. And if you want maximum cargo capacity, the middle seats can also be folded, but not in the Azami LE, annoyingly.
Mazda CX-9 2021 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2021 Mazda CX-9 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mazda CX-9 currently offers fuel consumption from 8.4 to 8.8L/100km. The Mazda CX-9 is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
| Mazda CX-9 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azami (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 8.8L/100km | |
| Azami (awd) 100TH Anniversary | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 8.8L/100km | |
| Azami (awd) LE | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 8.8L/100km | |
| Azami (fwd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 8.4L/100km | |
Mazda CX-9 2021 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2021 Mazda CX-9 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| Mazda CX-9 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport (fwd) | SUV | 255x60 R18 | — | 255x60 R18 | — | |
| Sport (awd) | SUV | 255x60 R18 | — | 255x60 R18 | — | |
| Touring (fwd) | SUV | 255x60 R18 | — | 255x60 R18 | — | |
| Touring (awd) | SUV | 255x60 R18 | — | 255x60 R18 | — | |
Mazda CX-9 2021 Speed
The Mazda CX-9 doesn't have an official 0-100km/h sprint time, although independent testing has consistently seen it in the seven-second bracket.
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