This channel is truly underrated. I'm pretty sure that, once it starts rising, it'll rise just as fast as carwow did. Honestly, two of my favourite automobile channels on UA-cam: this and carwow!
Very good relaxed presentation equipped with all the facts and information I need to make a decision. You guys are making it easy for the sales man at the store.
Nice one Tom...very comprehensive indeed. I know to provide performance numbers is problematic given the equipment you would need and the extra time it would take, but it would really nice to know 0-100kph stats and perhaps braking distance performance on review vehicles. Just a thought🤔. Otherwise a very consistent and professional review👍
Impressive review, l reckon 2018 Toyota Kluger Grande is pulling its weight in terms of new 8 gear transmission, 360 nice panaromic camera view, air vent in the 3rd row, touch screen info entertainment, Blu ray Entertainment for kids, reliable, solid, quiet and practicality with all the safety technology, etc
There is no perfect car (or SUV in this case) but this one comes pretty close. We are waiting for ours to be delivered after reviewing several other options here in Canada. The only downsides we could come up with for this car is lack of air vents in 3rd row and the small sunroof. Our lease is only 5 years though because I have a feeling the next major redesign might include Mazda's new SPCCI tech which could deliver even better fuel economy AND more performance. Mazda is killing it on the engineering front but I fear for their long term future because I don't see anything on the electrification front.
@@wedantasatrya9458 We are definitely considering it. Only downside is the looks are a bit bulkier which is not to our taste. The CX-9 has sleeker lines imo. But that's subjective, everything else appears to be an upgrade and most of it is objective. Inline 6 with 340hp and yet the same fuel economy of the turbo 4 not to mention rear wheel drive dynamics all sound like a blast.
Cons: - Pricey, and not as efficient as the CX-8 diesel on the highways (if you do a lot of that). - Lots of other 7 seaters competing it this class (worldwide - other markets included) that beat it in luxury, comfort, refinement or even off-road capability. - What you did: the looks and the Mazda badge are not that appealing to some. Personally though, I love it and am also a long-time Mazda fan. Pros: - The CX-9 is probably the best Japanese competitor in this large SUV class, as it does " many things right" (agreed), and is also a driver's car (good to drive & good communication from the car to the driver), that offers all the things we Zoom-Zoom fans come to expect from Mazda - while still being luxurious and refined enough. It beats the CX-8 (I tested them back to back) in those fields, has more inner space, and doesn't feel much bigger when you drive it. Enthusiasts like me/us, would almost certainly prefer the CX-9's turbocharged petrol. - A little subjective, but I love Mazda's interiors and careful/smart designs, seats and seating positions, steering and feedback, simple yet effective layout of things and how the safety and drive aids have been set up. This is a difficult mixture to get right, and many other brands have let me down here. - Decently good or better reliability, compared to what else is on offer in this large SUV category. The CX-9 is one of the lightest and most efficient and reliable vehicles in its class, and in most countries I travel to often, they have good second hand values - hold their value well. Their designs (in and out), that are often iconic, unique, and ahead of its time, usually mature well and help it hold its value. Good after-sales service as well in most (not all) countries. Cheers ✌️
I'm getting 9.5/9.6 l/100km driving normally on highway biased combined cycle. To be getting 14s and 15s you would have to be driving like looney or towing a house !
That’s a very good result. We haven’t been able to equal that. Our best on the highway has been high 9s with 2 people and luggage aboard (our standard).
Would be nice if pressure is placed on Mazda to give Aussie buyers a full spare wheel/tyre because distances in this country are not like Europe or Japan and a flat tyre might mean a huge inconvenience and even danger as the space saver tyre is useless.
I wanted to love and buy this car for my family but there is just not enough space, especially with the stadium seating in the second row. My head touches the bloody roof. Ok i am 6’3’ but thats not unreasonable for a FAMILY suv. My teenagers are over six foot and even leg room isn’t adequate for such a large vehicle. Its 5.1m long! How can that be? They have made a long sexy bonnet at the expense of cabin space. I see tester after tester skimming over the fact that their head is almost touching the sexy sloping roof line and gushing at how generous the space is? I had to buy the Kluger as it destroys the CX9 for interior space whilst being significantly shorter externally. Unfortunately that means sacrificing tech and dynamic performance which the Mazda has in spades but in this so called spoiled for choice 7 seater market the only other options with proper large car interior space is the Acadia which is as dead as the Holden badge on its grill and the Pathfinder which is just plain awful. I can see why Toyota sell so many bloody Klugers, it’s the only proper large 7 seater on the market that does everything sorta well. What was meant to be an enjoyable exercise looking for a new family car ended up being as frustrating as hell. First world problem I know but I found it really surprising in such a competitive market.
At the end of the day I am only six foot tall (as I disclose in every video) so that is going to influence the way I regard space in the physical world. Drives home why test driving the various options, bringing your family along, as you have done diligently, is so important. Did you buy yet? The new Kluger, which rides on the new platform under the RAV4, should be very good.
Chasing Cars I wasn’t singling out your review in particular in regards to second row accommodation, i find your reviews in general informative but I had watched a number of reviews whilst doing online research and all didn’t seem to raise the stadium seating(great for small children i am sure) and the sloping roofline as a potential issue. I understand people come in all shapes and sizes,thats the beauty of having choice in the marketplace. I was just surprised how I eventually had to buy not what I felt was the best vehicle but the one that would work for us. We have signed on for a Kluger Black as we couldn’t wait into next year for the updated model but now its sitting at the dealers on hold due to the Toyota fuel pump recall with no end currently in sight...sigh. I really do appreciate your response to my original post and the fact you do take note of your viewers feedback.
There is an after market way to do this. Google for instructions. You install an app via a USB stick and allow the software to run, and viola! you get all the extra features like apple carplay and android auto...
I'm crying it's so beautiful...
You're joking. I'm literally in tears! 😪😪😪. The car is INSANELY beautiful.
This channel is truly underrated. I'm pretty sure that, once it starts rising, it'll rise just as fast as carwow did. Honestly, two of my favourite automobile channels on UA-cam: this and carwow!
Thank you so much - I really appreciate that feedback!
@@chasingcars That's the absolute least we can do for the quality content that you come up with. :)
I used to think so too, but have had enough of Carwow with its snobbishness.
as a Brit living in Aus I have you right. this channel, and especially Tom are slowly overtaking car wow in their reviews.
I thought so too!
Why Mazda don't bring this beautiful SUV in Europe? This is a very practical family car with premium touch of interior and beautiful design..
Probably because it’s petrol only. The CX-8 on the other hand is diesel only (but Europe isn’t getting that, either)
Too bad for them
Interior truly an area Mazda outdoes everything in class
Even in price, not in a good way.
Very good relaxed presentation equipped with all the facts and information I need to make a decision. You guys are making it easy for the sales man at the store.
Thank you Mazda! CarPlay/auto is the future if you ask me! CX-9 looks good too of course haha
I'm happy with my mazda CX9 2020 great car
Nice one Tom...very comprehensive indeed. I know to provide performance numbers is problematic given the equipment you would need and the extra time it would take, but it would really nice to know 0-100kph stats and perhaps braking distance performance on review vehicles. Just a thought🤔. Otherwise a very consistent and professional review👍
Thats true i always look forward to that. 0-100
Excellent work on this car review. Suprised you don't have more subscribers.
Thanks! Well, all the comments and good feedback certainly helps.
great review, very informative and the reviewer really knows how to review cars. Awesome.
Thanks a lot!
Great video - hitting all of the important bullet points on this terrific SUV!
Great Review, i love all you reviews very clear and sharp.
Thanks Vincent!
Impressive review, l reckon 2018 Toyota Kluger Grande is pulling its weight in terms of new 8 gear transmission, 360 nice panaromic camera view, air vent in the 3rd row, touch screen info entertainment, Blu ray Entertainment for kids, reliable, solid, quiet and practicality with all the safety technology, etc
There is no perfect car (or SUV in this case) but this one comes pretty close. We are waiting for ours to be delivered after reviewing several other options here in Canada. The only downsides we could come up with for this car is lack of air vents in 3rd row and the small sunroof. Our lease is only 5 years though because I have a feeling the next major redesign might include Mazda's new SPCCI tech which could deliver even better fuel economy AND more performance. Mazda is killing it on the engineering front but I fear for their long term future because I don't see anything on the electrification front.
Start saving for mazda cx-90👍🏼😁
@@wedantasatrya9458 We are definitely considering it. Only downside is the looks are a bit bulkier which is not to our taste. The CX-9 has sleeker lines imo. But that's subjective, everything else appears to be an upgrade and most of it is objective. Inline 6 with 340hp and yet the same fuel economy of the turbo 4 not to mention rear wheel drive dynamics all sound like a blast.
What’s with no 3rd row air vents?
Cons:
- Pricey, and not as efficient as the CX-8 diesel on the highways (if you do a lot of that).
- Lots of other 7 seaters competing it this class (worldwide - other markets included) that beat it in luxury, comfort, refinement or even off-road capability.
- What you did: the looks and the Mazda badge are not that appealing to some. Personally though, I love it and am also a long-time Mazda fan.
Pros:
- The CX-9 is probably the best Japanese competitor in this large SUV class, as it does " many things right" (agreed), and is also a driver's car (good to drive & good communication from the car to the driver), that offers all the things we Zoom-Zoom fans come to expect from Mazda - while still being luxurious and refined enough. It beats the CX-8 (I tested them back to back) in those fields, has more inner space, and doesn't feel much bigger when you drive it. Enthusiasts like me/us, would almost certainly prefer the CX-9's turbocharged petrol.
- A little subjective, but I love Mazda's interiors and careful/smart designs, seats and seating positions, steering and feedback, simple yet effective layout of things and how the safety and drive aids have been set up. This is a difficult mixture to get right, and many other brands have let me down here.
- Decently good or better reliability, compared to what else is on offer in this large SUV category. The CX-9 is one of the lightest and most efficient and reliable vehicles in its class, and in most countries I travel to often, they have good second hand values - hold their value well. Their designs (in and out), that are often iconic, unique, and ahead of its time, usually mature well and help it hold its value. Good after-sales service as well in most (not all) countries.
Cheers ✌️
I'm getting 9.5/9.6 l/100km driving normally on highway biased combined cycle. To be getting 14s and 15s you would have to be driving like looney or towing a house !
That’s a very good result. We haven’t been able to equal that. Our best on the highway has been high 9s with 2 people and luggage aboard (our standard).
Would be nice if pressure is placed on Mazda to give Aussie buyers a full spare wheel/tyre because distances in this country are not like Europe or Japan and a flat tyre might mean a huge inconvenience and even danger as the space saver tyre is useless.
Could you do a review on the CX-9 2020 ? Thanks
Yep, can do, Alvin.
When will Mazda 3 have the apple/Android Auto update?
Needs more roof rails.
So true
Do you know when the new cx5 with CarPlay/android auto will be coming out?
The upgrade will be available before Christmas, most likely!
Thank you for the swift reply! That’s great!
Its already out I have it installed on my 2018 cx5
Are you in Australia though?
amazing review. But pls do review the Pajero sport
are you able to interact with Android Auto / CarPlay by touching the screen while driving or is it limited to the dial?
While driving it’s limited to the Commander knob.
If you had to choose between the mazda cx9 and the hyandai santafe??
CX-9
@@chasingcars what about kodiaq vs cx9? thanks
I hope they still offered a v6
I wanted to love and buy this car for my family but there is just not enough space, especially with the stadium seating in the second row. My head touches the bloody roof. Ok i am 6’3’ but thats not unreasonable for a FAMILY suv. My teenagers are over six foot and even leg room isn’t adequate for such a large vehicle. Its 5.1m long! How can that be? They have made a long sexy bonnet at the expense of cabin space. I see tester after tester skimming over the fact that their head is almost touching the sexy sloping roof line and gushing at how generous the space is? I had to buy the Kluger as it destroys the CX9 for interior space whilst being significantly shorter externally. Unfortunately that means sacrificing tech and dynamic performance which the Mazda has in spades but in this so called spoiled for choice 7 seater market the only other options with proper large car interior space is the Acadia which is as dead as the Holden badge on its grill and the Pathfinder which is just plain awful. I can see why Toyota sell so many bloody Klugers, it’s the only proper large 7 seater on the market that does everything sorta well. What was meant to be an enjoyable exercise looking for a new family car ended up being as frustrating as hell. First world problem I know but I found it really surprising in such a competitive market.
At the end of the day I am only six foot tall (as I disclose in every video) so that is going to influence the way I regard space in the physical world. Drives home why test driving the various options, bringing your family along, as you have done diligently, is so important. Did you buy yet? The new Kluger, which rides on the new platform under the RAV4, should be very good.
Chasing Cars I wasn’t singling out your review in particular in regards to second row accommodation, i find your reviews in general informative but I had watched a number of reviews whilst doing online research and all didn’t seem to raise the stadium seating(great for small children i am sure) and the sloping roofline as a potential issue. I understand people come in all shapes and sizes,thats the beauty of having choice in the marketplace. I was just surprised how I eventually had to buy not what I felt was the best vehicle but the one that would work for us. We have signed on for a Kluger Black as we couldn’t wait into next year for the updated model but now its sitting at the dealers on hold due to the Toyota fuel pump recall with no end currently in sight...sigh. I really do appreciate your response to my original post and the fact you do take note of your viewers feedback.
Can you up upgrade 2018 Mazda to us Apple CarPlay?
Yes that will be possible, for an extra charge. We don’t yet know what the price will be in Australia. Should know soon.
$495AUD@@chasingcars
There is an after market way to do this. Google for instructions. You install an app via a USB stick and allow the software to run, and viola! you get all the extra features like apple carplay and android auto...
I'm a proud owner of a Mazda CX 9 azami if you're thinking about buying one do it you will not regret it.🀄👍ZOOM ZOOM
This car don't have an auto hold brake? Really?
still no 360 degree camera.
Big minus you haven't really shown the cargo area! which is an important thing to understand how big it is.
Some people who do not the CarPlay and Android Auto still need to deal with that awful infotainment system.
NEEDS PANORAMIC SUNROOF AND IM SOLD
Would be nice - but more likely to appear in the next generation vehicle, in a few years’ time!
The third row is only enough for children.
Triyono Hendry or ur mother in law ;) which is good enough
右ハンドルだ！
そう。右ハンドルは前から作ってましたよ。CX-8よりこのCX-9の方が良いです。日本でも売ればいいのに。
内装もエクステリアもピカイチですね。
アップル・カープレイに8インチディスプレイ、、日本にも必要です。
Mazda, welcome to 2015 !
The shade of it all
I really don't know why anyone cares so much about CarPlay and android auto. They're both garbage anyway.
I totally agree that CarPlay is yet to reach its potential, but once Waze and Google Maps are added soon, it’ll be a lot more useful
people are sheep !!
Absolutely, totally useless
Totally useless is a bit of an overstatement. Not yet at its potential is closer to the mark
@@chasingcars regardless. That burgundy interior is grooovy
Sorry but ur voice is full of noise.
Noise is generally what you want from a voice