The premiere of the pre-production Mazda CX-9 occurred onNew York auto show in the spring of 2006. The first sales started in 2007 in North America. Later, the car appeared in the markets of countries of South America, Saudi Arabia, Australia. At that time, the Japanese concern did not plan to sell its products from us, but their plans changed due to the serious growth of the domestic market.
Distinctive features
After the first appearance in public of a carattracted serious interest of the public with its original design, favorably distinguishing it among other representatives of the segment. Unlike large, angular cars, familiar to the American consumer, the Mazda CX-9 is characterized by smooth, swift lines of the body, emphasizing the sporty style of the Mazda concern.
Tilted front post in combination with narrowwindows, a high window line and large wings visually hide the impressive dimensions (length - 5088 mm) and weight (2040 kg) Mazda CX-9 in 2014 foreshadows the Japanese automaker the same high level of sales as before.
A large number of elements, includinglighting equipment, got from the CX-7 model, only in an enlarged version. Chief designer CX-9 Riyuichi Oya said that this is a sports car operating on an off-road field. It is duality that distinguishes it among the rest of its class. His statement fully expresses the philosophy of the developers of the car.
Salon
The interior is typically "Mazda", but it followsnote that everything looks much more orderly, unlike other Mazda models. This adds to the status, so necessary for the driver of one of the most spacious cars of this class. It may seem that the cabin was using the same hard plastic, but, having considered more carefully, you notice that this is not so.
Finishing materials are of higher quality thanthe predecessors of the Mazda 6 and CX-7. Proof of this are the owners of cars, leaving positive reviews about the salon. Mazda CX-9 features comfort and good ergonomics. Front seats with electric adjustments and excellent lateral support reliably keep the driver and front passenger in their seats. The developers of the model did not neglect the setting of the departure of the steering wheel, unlike most automakers.
На центральной консоли расположены система climate control and audio system. Deliveries of the Mazda CX-9 with a touch screen on the domestic market have not yet been planned. Speaking about the audio system, it should be noted that it was developed by experts of the famous company Bose specifically for this model. Fans of quality music will not remain disappointed.
For the rear passengers there is a comfortable sofawith armrest. The legroom is short of stock, there is even an individual microclimate control unit, which consists of two regulators. Adjustment of the longitudinal position of the sofa and the inclination of the backrest are provided.
Cargo area
При поднятых креслах третьего ряда объем luggage compartment is only 267 liters, and when folded increases to 928 liters. In the case of transportation of bulky goods, the second row can be folded, thus increasing the volume to 1887 liters. Also note the servo button for the fifth door of the Mazda CX-9.
Characteristics
Under the hood supplied to the domestic marketmodel is located 277-strong V6 engine volume of 3.7 liters. Taking into account the mass of 2 tons for quick acceleration, one should not hope, and it does not need a solid car. The reserve capacity is quite enough for dynamic overtaking on the track. In many respects it is a merit of a 6-speed automatic box with a function of manual switching of speeds. She quickly finds the necessary gear, and the switching itself occurs without jerks, gently and smoothly.
On the road
On high-quality road surface, the car ridesas poured. There is no lateral acceleration, despite the large mass of the Mazda CX-9. In urban conditions, the car behaves predictably and understandably thanks to the excellent tuning of the suspension. On the unevenness affects the sports component of the car, so the passengers begin to shake. Guilty of this 20-inch wheels with tires 245/50. But even this does not spoil the general pleasure of driving.
At speeds above 120 km / h, thelack of informative steering. A small effort is lost when passing through turns at medium speed, and the steering wheel visibly "empties." In addition, it should be said about the insufficient noise reduction of the bottom and wheel arches, which is a problem for the whole model range of the Mazda concern, as well as for many other Japanese manufacturers. In normal condition, the car is front-wheel drive, but in case of slippage, the interaxle differential transfers 50% of the rotational moment of the rear axle.
Price list
In the domestic market, the cost of the Mazda CX-9is about 1.7 million rubles. As an option, a hatch with electric drive is available for an additional 25,000 rubles. As for the three-zone climate control, the seven-seater interior, the audio system with 10 speakers and an amplifier, the electric front seats, leather interior, a full electric package, airbags and various security systems - all this is included in the basic version.
