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2018 Mazda CX-9
SUV · 2015–2023
Trims and features
What changed for 2018
- Starting prices: −$1,010 to +$610 (2 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo → Skyactiv-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo (all trims)
- Horsepower: 227 hp → 250 hp (all trims)
- Adaptive cruise control: Adaptive Cruise Control → Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go (Signature, Grand Touring)
- Parking sensors: Rear → Front, Rear (Signature, Grand Touring)
- Heated seats: Front → Front, Second Row Outboard (Signature, Grand Touring)
2018 CX-9 trims
| Grand Touring | Signature | Sport | Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | from $40,470 | $44,315 | from $32,130 | from $34,960 |
| 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: 24 mpg | 23 mpg | AWD: 23 mpg FWD: 24 mpg | AWD: 23 mpg FWD: 24 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: 4,361 lb FWD: 4,166 lb | 4,361 lb | AWD: 4,361 lb FWD: 4,166 lb | AWD: 4,361 lb FWD: 4,166 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 with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Optional | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Optional | Lane Keep Assist |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| Parking sensors | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | — | Leather | Cloth | Leather |
| Heated seats | Front, Second Row Outboard | Front, Second Row Outboard | 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 (30)
| Grand Touring | Signature | Sport | Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo and Side Storage Nets Package $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Driver Seat and i-ACTIVSENSE $1,290 | — | — | Optional | — |
| Touring Premium Package $1,890 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Front and Rear Bumper Trim $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fog Lights, LED $450 | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rails $450 | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Splash Guards, Front and Rear $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trailer Hitch, 3,500 lbs $450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Floor Mats $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dim Mirror with HomeLink $325 | — | — | Optional | — |
| Cargo Mat, Carpeted $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Sill Trim Plates, Illuminated Type $575 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Lighting Kit $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Mobile Start $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Retractable Cargo Cover $325 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Navi SD Card (Fleet) $400 | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Parking Sensors, Rear $500 | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Crystal Blue Mica | 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 Crystal Metallic $595 | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Titanium Flash Mica | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Auburn Nappa 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, Oem order guide, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. 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.