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2016 Mazda CX-9
SUV · 2015–2023
Trims and features
What changed for 2016
- Starting prices: +$1,535 to +$5,135 (3 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: Signature
- Engine: 3.7L DOHC 24-valve V6 with VVT → SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo (Grand Touring, Sport, Touring)
- Horsepower: 273 hp → 250 hp (Grand Touring, Sport, Touring)
- Torque: 270 lb-ft → 310 lb-ft (Grand Touring, Sport, Touring)
- Cargo behind last row: 17.2 cu ft → 14.4 cu ft (Grand Touring, Sport, Touring)
- Max cargo: 100.7 cu ft → 71.2 cu ft (Grand Touring, Sport, Touring)
- Third-row legroom: 32.4 in → 29.7 in (Grand Touring, Sport, Touring)
- Curb weight: 4,559 lb → 4,301 lb (Grand Touring, Sport, Touring)
- Touchscreen: 5.8 in → 8 in (Grand Touring, Touring)
- Speakers: 6 → 12 (Grand Touring)
- Touchscreen: 5.8 in → 7 in (Sport)
2016 CX-9 trims
| Grand Touring | Signature | Sport | Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | from $40,170 | $44,015 | from $31,520 | from $35,970 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Engine | SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo | SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo | SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo | SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo |
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 250 hp | 250 hp | 250 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft |
| Transmission | SKYACTIV-Drive | SKYACTIV-Drive | SKYACTIV-Drive | SKYACTIV-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | Awd | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 23 mpg FWD: 25 mpg | 23 mpg | AWD: 23 mpg FWD: 25 mpg | AWD: 23 mpg FWD: 25 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Max towing | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 14.4 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 71.2 cu ft | 71.2 cu ft | 71.2 cu ft | 71.2 cu ft |
| Third-row legroom | 29.7 in | 29.7 in | 29.7 in | 29.7 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.8 in | 8.8 in | 8.8 in | 8.8 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 199.4 in | 199.4 in | 199.4 in |
| Curb weight | AWD: 4,301 lb FWD: 4,054 lb | 4,301 lb | AWD: 4,301 lb FWD: 4,054 lb | AWD: 4,301 lb FWD: 4,054 lb |
| Tech | ||||
| Touchscreen | 8 in | 8 in | 7 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Head-up display | Windshield HUD | Windshield HUD | — | — |
| Audio | Bose | Bose | — | Optional |
| Speakers | 12 | 12 | 6 | 6 + option |
| Driver assistance | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — | — |
| Lane keeping | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | — | — |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | — | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | — | Optional |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| Parking sensors | Rear | Rear | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | Leather | Leather | Cloth | Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | Front | Optional | Front |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | — | — |
| Climate zones | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Remote start | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | Optional |
| Power liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | — | Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 20 in | 20 in | 18 in | 18 in |
Packages and options (49)
| Grand Touring | Signature | Sport | Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heated Power Driver's Seat and Heated Side Mirror Package | — | — | Optional | — |
| Touring Premium Package | — | — | — | Optional |
| Aluminum Roof Rails in Satin Chrome Finish | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Bike Carrier, Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bike Carrier, Towing Hitch Mount | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Hood Edge Protector | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Kayak Carrier | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| LED Fog Lights | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| License Plate Frames (multiple styles and finishes available) | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Valve Stem Caps | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Moonroof Wind Deflector | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Roof Luggage Basket with stretch net | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rack Crossbars | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Window Deflectors | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ski/Snowboard Carrier | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Splash Guards (Front and Rear) | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Surfboard Carrier | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Touch-Up Paint | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Towing Hitch Mounted Cargo Box | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Towing Receiver Hitch with Wiring Harness | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks (set of 4) | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ash Tray with LED Illumination | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Liner, Soft with Rear Bumper Flap | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net and Side Cargo Nets $90 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Floor Mats, All-Weather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Frameless Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror with HomeLink | — | — | Optional | — |
| Interior Lighting Kit $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Mobile Start | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roadside Assistance Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Soft Cargo Tote | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Windshield Sunscreen with CX-9 logo | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Navigation System SD Card | — | — | Optional | — |
| Portable Navigation Device - Garmin nuvi 2539LMT | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 3.5mm Audio Cable | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Crystal Blue Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jet Black Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Machine Gray Metallic $300 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Snowflake White Pearl Mica $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sonic Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Soul Red Metallic $300 | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Titanium Flash Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auburn Leather | — | Optional | — | — |
| Black Cloth | — | — | Optional | — |
| Black Leather | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Sand Cloth | — | — | Optional | — |
| Sand Leather | Optional | — | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem press release. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: CX-9 2019–2024 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 13 |
| 2022 | Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 10 |
| 2022 | Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 10 |
| 2021 | Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 39 |
| 2021 | Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 39 |
| 2020 | Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 19 |
| 2020 | Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 19 |
| 2019 | Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 53 |
| 2019 | Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 53 |
| 2018 | Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 128 |
| 2018 | Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 128 |
| 2017 | Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 61 |
| 2017 | Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 61 |
| 2015 | Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 35 |
| 2015 | Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 35 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2022 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2021 | CX-9 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2021 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2020 | CX-9 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2020 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2019 | CX-9 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2019 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2018 | CX-9 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2018 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2017 | CX-9 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2017 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2016 | CX-9 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2016 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2015 | CX-9 2WD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L | 19 |
| 2015 | CX-9 4WD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L | 19 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.