Review: 2020 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD

The elegantly refined 2020 Mazda CX-9 has received several updates, and this year's well-appointed model is designed to elevate the premium ownership experience. All-new available captain's chairs provide second-row occupants with armrests and help create an upscale ambience to the cabin, while the power liftgate on the Grand Touring and Signature trim levels make loading cargo considerably easier. By equipping all CX-9 models with a turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5T engine paired with a quick-shifting, six-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic transmission, the vehicle now delivers up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque on 93 octane gasoline (227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque on 87 octane gasoline) which constitutes an increase of 10 lb-ft of torque on the outgoing model year.

Notable trim-level features of the Mazda CX-9 include:

Sport

• standard heated front cloth seats
• power driver's seat with lumbar support
• rain-sensing windshield wipers
• 7" Mazda Connect™ infotainment screen
• standard full suite of i-Activsense safety features
• 3-zone automatic climate control

Touring

• leather-trimmed seats
• Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ capabilities
• all-new 9" full-color touchscreen display
• power liftgate with adjustable height
• advanced keyless entry and start system
• second-row power slide and tilt capabilities

Grand Touring

• heated/ventilated front seats
• heated steering wheel
• hands-free, power liftgate
• standard 360° view monitor
• active driving display with traffic sign recognition
• power moonroof

Signature

• standard heated second-row captain's chairs
• hand-stitched, leather-wrapped chidori steering wheel
• supplemental interior lighting
• Deep Chestnut or Parchment Nappa leather seating surfaces
• unique new, darker silver wheel finish
• Soul Red Crystal premium exterior paint option

Command your journey in the elegantly refined 2020 Mazda CX-9 [with] new off-road traction assist, increased maximum torque from the turbocharged engine [and] many performance enhancements.

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In the News

Source: Mazda | Mazda's predictive i-Activ all-wheel drive is standard in CX-9 Signature and available on all other trim levels. When paired with i-Activ all-wheel drive, the 2020 CX-9 is the first Mazda vehicle offered with the all-new off-road traction assist feature. Replacing the traction control button, this feature can potentially help the driver when adventuring on uneven terrain. When the diagonal wheels lose traction, off-road traction assist will stop reducing the engine torque and increases the brake force on the wheels without traction. This transfers power to the wheels still on the ground to help allow the vehicle to regain traction and continue the drive. G-Vectoring Control Plus is also standard for 2020 and further improves the steering response to help the driver and all occupants have a smooth, premium driving experience.

Specifications

Engine: 227 horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder
Torque: 265 pound-feet
Transmission: 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic
Color Shown: Machine Gray Metallic
Wheels: 20" alloy
Sound: Bose® 12-speaker audio system
Fuel: 20/26/23 (mpg city/highway/combined)
MSRP (starts): $33,790
MSRP (shown): $46,115

Learn More

For more information or to test drive a 2020 Mazda CX-9 for yourself, stop by a local dealer or visit:
Mazda | CX-9

About Mazda

Mazda Motor Corporation, based in Hiroshima, Japan, was established in 1920, and became a vehicle manufacturer in 1931, when it began producing three-wheeled trucks. Mazda began selling vehicles in North America 50 years ago, this year, with the establishment of affiliate companies in Canada (Mazda Canada, Inc.) in 1968, in the United States (Mazda Motor of America, d/b/a Mazda North American Operations) in 1970, and in Mexico (Mazda Motor de Mexico) in 2006. Currently, Mazda does business in more than 130 countries around the world, and produces vehicles in Japan, Mexico, China and Thailand. Building passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and crossover SUVs, with an emphasis on the driving experience and a focus on design, engineering and efficient manufacturing, the company sells more than 1.55 million vehicles annually.