Is the 2020 Mazda CX-9 AWD Signature Series the BEST midsize SUV for the MONEY?
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- Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
- The CX-9 has a few updates for 2020. Under the hood of Mazda's largest SUV is a 2.5L turbocharged inline-4 that produces 227HP & mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. It's exterior features the Mazda signature Soul Red color, and has upgraded wheels. On the inside you will some changes in the way of a center console with mid row captain chairs, and luxurious Nappa leather with real wood trim. Is the 2020 CX-9 Signature Series the best 3-row SUV for YOU?
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"Maybe your kids have friends..? Possibly..?"
Lolol
Thanks for letting me share the laughs with you!
Loving my 2020 CX-9 GT.
Thanks for the great review!
Your review makes me want to get this car even more now. Really awesome review!!
Just bought one today! Can’t wait to pick it up tomorrow!
That was one of the best Mazda reviews I've ever seen it was interesting the way Tom buttered it out and I've always been a mopar or no other car type of guy but ever since my dad bought or 09 Mazda 6 2.5 naturally aspirated I've never stopped enjoying that car.
Thank you for saying that and letting me share it with you!
Yes sir tommy
I just bought this beauty. I LOVE it. Drives like a dream! I’ve been driving SUVs since they started making the things. Jeeps, Honda, Ford and GMC, none even come close to this car😀
Yup, you captured the feel of our test drive. SOLD!
Even though I recently bought a Hyundai Palisade, the Mazda CX9 remains my favorite 3 row SUV. The Palisade is my wife's daily driver though, and she unfortunately has never liked the CX9. She wasn't even open to the idea of looking at the Mazda. She actually initially liked the Telluride, but when we realized that Kia Dealers weren't dealing on Tellurides, I begin to look seriously at the Palisade. My local Hyundai dealer was willing to deal on the Palisade, and overall, I am very happy with our choice. I even now like it more than the Telluride, however I will never like it more than the CX9. It just speaks to the enthusiast in me.
How the 3rd row on that palisade???
@@nataliagloriapedrosa8690
Very spacious, and air vents above the 2nd and 3rd row. Not to mention usbs at all seating positions. Definitely designed with families in mind.
@nataliagloriapedrosa8690 Palisade Limited and Calligraphy have everything you want... they even have heated and cooled seats in the 2nd row for the kids... the 2023 calligraphy even has heated seats in the 3rd row... if the CX90 is too much, go with a Palisade Limited or Calligraphy...
Nice review Raiti!!!!
Keep them coming 👍
Thanks Michael! That really means so much!
Raitis rides give the best in depth review. I purchased a grand touring thanks to his reviews and feedback he gave in comparison to a grand Cherokee limited x, and pilot. I’m glad i chose the cx9. So elegant like a Lexus at days end and drives like a car, I’m stoked. It meets my needs and even though the infotainment system and camera quality’s can be better compared to competition, it’s such an amazing crossover regardless.
Another great review. I like how you take a full walk around the car looking at all the lines and detail changes. All that snack talk is making me hungry. Lol
Thanks Nic for letting me share it all with you!
6 years plus we've had the 6 with us and it was a huge surprise to us bought it used with 101k km now it's at 205k km and the car just keeps kicking ass out there it now needs a few maintenance but nothing major and that's just one of the best things u gotta love them for it's just that build quality A1 and they do it like no other
Just not as good as Accoed or Malibu.
Even the Malibu 1.5t is quicker than the Accord 1.5t in Motor Trend handling test:
"The Malibu lapped our figure-eight course in 27.4 seconds averaging 0.63 g through the process and managed 0.84 g average during lateral acceleration tests"
2018 Accord 1.5t only registered a lateral grip of 0.81g versus 0.78 and a figure-eight time of 27.7 seconds at 0.61g
A Malibu 1.5T can be had for US$13,000 good luck finding Japanese competition that inexpensive.
Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience!
Btw, dude you are one of the best reviewers. I watched your review a few times on this car. I already own a 2016 cx-5 GT in red. I love handling.
I really liked the history behind on this one my dude
That's so awesome of you to say!
You make laugh about going to the movie comments and seating in the back seat. Fun stuff. Great review as always.
Love your videos and omg love the cx9
if you're Raiti we're ready! .....this thing is pretty sweet. nice door thunk on those too i was at a car show.
Thanks for letting me share it with you and your awesome support!
nice review joe .
Thanks Eddie! I really appreciate you!
Well, what a match. Using the rainbow infotaiment while tasting the rainbow from the skittles during a road trip 👍
No problem with the Zonked pop rod, also fog lamp agreed. Thx Joe and Tom + 5 kids for that CX9
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
I recently drove a ‘21 CX-9. Very impressive in many ways. I don’t need huge cargo capacity or blistering acceleration. Some of who are slightly older like the ride height, ease of step-in, road manners, and overall comfort of a nicely appointed SUV. The CX-9 Signature is on my short list when I am done with the lease on a disappointing Lexus NX.
Lol...love how snacks and food is always mention in your videos! Great review and keep up the great job! #favoritecarreviewer
Great vehicle... great review. thx
Thanks Ron! That means a lot!
There are are air vents in the third row, you just have to turn on the feet air vents and you will notice there is one under the second row seats.
Watching this in my Mazda CX-9 2020 😎
Now that is cool! Thanks for the support!
👍🏾 Mazda is definitely doing it. They are giving you a lot of features for the money. And that metallic red exterior color is spot on the money. Definitely worth taking a look at if you're in the market for a SUZ.
Thanks Rodney for watching and for your input!
I really like this red brother what a beauty and it looks awesome in every single model
I have seen a lot of Mazda's reviewed and while the red is nice I wonder what the other colors look like.
Should be easy enough to blend when repaired....
It is one of the best colors ever!
Watch this white one. :-)
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Probably not!
Hey my friend thanks for the awesome content as usual! I love Mazda. I request you to incorporate some night views in your reviews, if possible, just so we know how she looks at night inside and out with all these ambient lighting and what not:) thanks 😀
I will try to get that together for you!
@@RaitisRides much appreciated
I tried the cx9, but the new 2020 Highlander has it beat. More modern tech, and it is much quieter on the road, and has a v6. And the new highlander has a red just like this ! I just ordered one :)
i have 2019 cx-9 alot of fun. Interior looks like my uncles bmw x5.
Raiti at that undisclosed location!
I love the looks of the CX-9 / Love it. Mazda design and engineering takes a back seat to no one. But man, a 3rd row...that's always a zonk from me. Every single time.
I totally agree with you especially on this one!
The lease on my 17 CX9 is coming up and I'm definitely picking this 2020.My wife has been very happy with it.I'm in love with my 18 MX5 st ;)
Why don't you consider buying it
@@Striker50_ my wife has the worst luck with new cars.The last 2 cars including the CX9 with 700 miles got involved in an accident
Not her fault.We live in Miami and people here drive like aholes.My MX5 got bumped in the rear bumper last weekend by an older couple,you just can't have nothing nice.My MX5 is purchased though.
@@michaelfont7239 That's what insurance is for though? A lease won't make you avoid an accident
Thanks for sharing that great input!
@@Striker50_ True. I just like having her in a new and safe car since my kids also travel a lot with her.The thing is with an accident when you go trade the car in ir comes up in carfax and I ended loosing 7k on the pilot which it was bought.So that's when I leased the CX9.So for now I'll just keep leasing the family car,plus peace of mind with warranty and we're always traveling on our car.So it all depends on your situation.I have a 13 Fit paid off and my MX5.Take care brother.
Great review!!!
Thanks Enrique.
@@RaitisRides You are welcome
I have to say I’ve only owned one Mazda and that was a Mazda six I ran that thing into the ground I got close to 200,000 miles on it with Harley touching it except for tires belts and hoses the thing was bulletproof I never even gave it a thought to go back and look at them
I appreciate you sharing that great input from your ownership.
I love all red cars. Thankfully I no longer need more than 3 seats and can now have a Mustang as my daily driver. I do like the chrome with the red.
Who are you Goldielocks
I own Mazda 3 gt and cx5 turbo amazing quality product by Mazda and so comfort to drive luxury enough and low. Low low low maintenance all Mazda are so reliable from my own experience with Mazda product made in Japan 🇯🇵 That’s alone is quality I love Mazda product they deserve our trust
You’re gonna put skittles in that center pocket with the Florida heat you have down there ?you will wind up with a big solid block of skittles LOL!
You are freaking hilarious!
The 2021 has a refresh. The front row and middle row captain chairs have stitching and Napa Leather. The 10.25 screen. Wireless charging, but no wireless apple/android car play.
Paddle Shifters. Just bought the 2021 Soul Red Signature. I luv it. Already have 180miles. This will blow away the Pilot in ride quality. As far as the Toyota Highlander the ride is good but the driving dynamic is no comparison to the CX9... So far no regrets...
Love to food references...oh and great review too. Do the second row seats fold down?
Thanks for letting me share it with you! Yes they do.
My family got a CX9 signature in black and I got a red 6 GT
Yes
Quality / Reliability
Elegance
Adequate power
Value for money
What else do you need Joe
HEY JOE - WHAT DO YA KNOW? I've driven just about every newer model of Mazda & they are DANG GOOD cars, I dare say better than Honda & Toyota - they have style, decent quality (fit and finish) good paint, low road noise low weird body sounds, even low tire noise at high throttle, the interiors are very well thought out, ergonomics are good, & they have an edge of fun driving - Honda & Toyota at times seems like I'm just driving a plastic box that's numb & slumpy (if that's a word) but hey TWINKIE is a word haha your fan TONY > OUTSTANDING REPORT
Hey Tony! Thanks for your awesome support and letting me share this Mazda with you!
Really like the larger body style of the C-X9 over the C-X5....The 5 looks stubby in person.
I totally agree with you!
"Keeping my butt cool as it should" haha .... I realized as I restarted watching up the video midway I couldn't remember the price, went back and found it in two seconds....it is good to be predictable. Keep up the great work.
Great review , CX9 is for those who want utility but also driveability, style and performance .... Its handling and control and feel give you best active safety in the class as it can allow you for safe manouverability and control around risky situations on the road. I can justify 3 or 5 or 10 cubic feet of extra cargo space or 1inch of less leg room for that feel of control in my hands while driving .
The Traverse RS runs rings around the CX-9 in Car & Driver comparison test.
Thanks for great input and perspective!
Really?
@@normt5463 Traverse is a boat , RS means nothing these days with Chevy ....CVT or 1.5t like engine is a mistake next to RS badge
@@RaitisRides yes, do you read major auto journals?
I have the 2013 Cx-9 and looking to get a new one. I like it because I can use the third row in the Pinch but 90% the third row is folded down. If I had to have three rows up all the time I would probably do a Telluride or expedition.
Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective!
Joe I want to see the 2021 review. It has the new infotainment system
Ok, Joe, I gotta say, with all the promotion you give to Hostess, Mars Co, Hershey, Nestle, Lays, et al, they should TOTALLY be cutting you checks!
I would love that! I just want to have a little fun.
Hello I like your channel you think you can make a video with the Audi A5 sportsback 2020
I will get that together for you Marco!
Love the interiors of these, but why oh why do they place buttons/switch gear so close to the gear selector? Barley enough room for some hands ?🤔🤷♂️
Standard HP is 227, but torque is 310! HP bumps to 250/320 with premium fuel! On the list for next year. Thanks for the review.
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
Sham-Wow guy has nothing on you! Incredible presentation of an incredible vehicle. Heck, I sell these babies in Dallas, TX and this is a far better "walk-around" than ANY of our salespeople do! You could have a future in training, sir!
Yeah the guy is a natural and makes it fun.
Definitely is the best value for money SUV
Di you have a review for the 2022 Buick Envision?
Here's hoping Tom eventually gets a family! A CX9 is a good incentive to start one, lol.
He is on his way!
We're empty-nesters, so a 3rd row is a non-issue for us. I'd keep that seat down and would really appreciate the large storage area. This Mazda could actually really work well for us. Thank you for the great review!
Thanks for sharing your input on this one Richard! Thanks for the compliment.
Can't believe you missed mentioning about the samurai blade design incorporated on the interior dash and door panels🤔 Mazda lineage
Great review my friend
Sup Matt
Jay Patel Sup brother!
@@mattagui5718 Sup G
Jay Patel did you liked this 2020 Mazda CX-9 signature trim brother?
@@mattagui5718 HELLLLLLLLLLLLLLL YEAHHHHHHH
This CX-9 is nice, but I think the Palisade and Telluride are better options, they have more power and I believe there's more interior and cargo room in the Palisade/Telluride.
Still trying to decide between this and a CX-5. The 5 feels a little small and the 9 a little too big. I would really love one somewhere in the middle.
Good looking SUV
I am so glad that you like this one!
Gorgeous car 😍😍
I am so glad that you like this one.
Great video!! But randy to let you know something its 227 hp if you feed regular gas 252 hp if you feed it premium gas.
football gamer yup and the 310 lb of torque
Yea regardless if u feed it regular or premium the torque remains the same.
You are correct!
This is true!
Great info.
Hope they leverage their relationship w/ Toyota & like Subaru - add hybrid options - which are starting to provide both performance & fuel economy w/out compromise. If Mazda combined their 2.5T w/ an electronic motor - battery like the new Highlander it would be killer. Kia & Hyundai are adding a hybrid option to the Sorrento & Sana Fe & I think Mazda needs that option as well. And, again, I don't think nowadays that the hybrid option needs to sacrifice performance. In fact, the low end torque provided by an electronic motor allows you to tune the ICE for performance & efficiency @ speed w/ the electric motor still allowing efficient boost for acceleration & passing.
Very nice
I am so glad that you like this one!
No 3rd row ac vents? Outrageous
I’m watching this while sitting in one I rented lol
So, what do you think?
That is so cool!
@@normt5463 that interior looks great from those shots
@@lpvgs-817 zoom in on the seat as it looks like it was hand by a fence mending cowboy.
That black center console is toast!
@@normt5463 The tires are not in the interior, try better next time...
I love the CX-9. Can you tell me which one drives better and is quieter on the inside? I am looking to purchase between the 2020 CX-9 signature or the 2020 Limited Palisade. The drive and comfort are #1 priority. After seeing the Palisade automated fold down for 3rd and 2nd row using the buttons in the back, the CX-9 looks so ancient and uncivilized doing that lol.
Not a slug, older ones didn’t have Turbo though but it still gets out of its own way. Nice SUV in its class. Don’t have to worry about stepping over anyone’s toes (sister company) with their materials.
Thanks for that great input.
Ah! The days of the, "Wankel", rotary engine... 🤗
With fake inlets and side curtains, cut 'em out and install more lights! 😳
Wheels are perfect, for sure!
Rear Quarter window, is nearly perfect, just get rid of the shoulder kick up.
Needs more Hp, for the AWD. Fair price comparison...
I never share Kit-Kat's, regardless of how many I have... Same with Snickers! 🙄
2nd row center console... A Plus! 3rd fold downs are clean and simple, for a manual operating system. HUD, a plus, too.
Great review, on a great product. 🏁
You are so supportive! I really appreciate you always tuning in.
@@RaitisRides I'll accept payment for my support with either...
A) Snickers
B) Kit-Kat's
C) Twinkies
D) Slim-Jim's (Teriyaki)
E) All of the Above
F) Six Pack of Michelob Ultra ...
Lovely interior but they need to brown up the brown a bit. Doesn't stand out enough from black
I totally agree with you!
Could you please do a review on Mitsubishi Eclipse and outstander
Right now I do not have access but I will keep trying for you!
That’s a new segment my dude, HALF A ZONK! 2:53
I might have to do a 3/4 zonk next! LOL
I test drove one of these recently. Fit, finish and handling were great. Cockpit seemed cramped, touchscreen just seemed a little too far away to use on the fly. Gas pedal has a plastic "nub" on it that clicks when pedal is depressed 3/4 down. So annoying. The salesman said, "that's to tell you the turbo is kicking in." Deal breaker. Love it or hate it looks. Front looks good. Back is hideous. For $47,000? No thanks.
Great input! Thanks for letting me share it with you!
I kinda like this CX-9 ...
Joe, I think you were enjoying driving a 3 row SUV? And that’s why everyone who loves automobiles should put Mazda on their short list. Question, in your opinion would you select the Mazda CX-9 over the Kia Telluride? Lastly, while the soul red paint is nice, check out the Valencia red on the Acura TLX PMC edition. Wow, I would take that red over this one. The same paint job they put on the NSX super car!
It was fun to drive this CX-9 but in the end I would go Telluride. This is true about Valencia Red.
So is Mazda going to bring touch screens to all models in the future?
I never liked being forced to use the rotary knob.
It will be interesting to see what happens.
I have been watching these 3-row videos and I have to say I am disappointed with this entry from Mazda. I currently own 2 Mazda's a 3 and a CX-5. I am looking to trade in the Mazda 3 for a three-row as I now have a family to lug around town. I like the Telluride and Highlander much better than the CX-9.
Here are my biggest Zonks:
No Panoramic sunroof
The positioning of the infotainment system is lazy, they just placed a screen in the middle of the console.
No wrap around small pockets near the dash ala the highlander
No qi phone charging capabilities
no A/C vents in the third row
Anyway, thanks for the video's keep them coming I love your work.
The Telluride looks huge to me, but then I don't have 10 kids, I like the snug feel of the CX9 I don't feel like I am driving around in a bus and it gets 26 mpg, my Jeep GC got 10 mpg going downhill, and the Hemi didn't have as much take off power as this Mazda
Great thorough review! Super nice interior but if I was spending $45k for a 3 row vehicle I’d buy the Telluride!
Or Atlas 2 litre Turbo for better fuel efficiency and true 7 seaters practicality. 👍
I am right there with you!
@@ahsanmalik1013 and terrible reliability! Ha..ha..
There go your 45k on that junk 😁😁😁. Don't let kill in action tech fool you
Rudy Bautista Volkswagen can be reliable if they are maintained properly. I have Jetta 1.4 Tsi and reliable so far.
Toyota is often the choice because of least maintenance cost and dead reliable whereas if Volkswagen is not maintained properly, then they will break down. And maintenance is pricey.
But worth every penny. Love driving VW. 👍
229hp on regular unleaded gas ⛽/ 250 hp with premium gas ⛽ 👌
Great crossover but I'd still take the palisade
I am going Telluride.
@@RaitisRides fair enough
I'm considering the CX-5 Turbo with the same drivetrain. Buy it now with the 6 speed automatic or wait for an upgraded transmission more in line with the competition?
Faster than the RDX 2.0T!
Do you need the extra space? If not I would wait!
This is true!
How quiet and crispy did you notice the audio? I was HEAVILY disappointed in my Mazda 3 and it’s why I ended back in into a Mini Cooper lol. I love mazda looks and how spacious the cx9 is but I really would shell out extra money for a quiet, crisp suv.
The BOSE was very clear.
It has double pane windows, I have only heard 1 mention of, and a Bose 10 speaker system that he thought it was one of the Bose sounds for cars.
The Mazda cx 9 is a gorgeous suv still missing some features like panoramic roof back seat cooling third row seats no ac no wireless charging .
You’re listing stuff that really have no impact on a car. Without those stuff you could still live. A panoramic roof is unnecessary and its just going to mark up the price
Not that great...
"...the CX-9 AWD system doesn't send power to the rear wheels quickly enough, which can result in torque steer if you need to accelerate away from a stop quickly."
" In dry conditions, the system is designed to minimize the amount of torque it sends to the rear wheels, which means during full-throttle acceleration, the CX-9 and its 310 lb-ft of torque will chirp the front tires and then proceed to torque-steer, leaving the driver to wrestle with the steering wheel. Considering the AWD control module is monitoring both the accelerator position and steering angle, I feel like the moment the accelerator pedal is depressed fully, power should be moved to the rear to mitigate the effects of all of that torque on the front wheels." Motor Trend
@@normt5463 Nobody drives the CX-9 like that except journalists, to quote another article just to give a negative comment on another article is just plain pathetic. Loser...
I totally agree with you!
@@andydics the Traverse RS 2.0T runs rings around the CX-9 in the comparison test with Subaru Ascent, given the Traverse is much bigger.
Anytime I see a Mazda CX-9 the tires are shiny for some reason
It has 227 or 250hp depending on the octane. Also it has 310 lb of torque. Should have mentioned that
This is true. Thanks for the info.
Just wanna know how tall you are for reference. really curious how spacious the 3rd row is for a 5'5" person like me :)
I am 6ft tall JC.
Hey Raiti. Your 'backyard' looks like a parking lot.
LMAO! Doesn't everyone's?
Didn’t know this is even bigger than Q7.
I’m stunned that a car 5.1 metres in length is classified MID SIZE!!! When does large kick in? Without going to RAM, which has only just been released here in Australia, I think the Arcadia from GM-H is the only other one over 5 metres, but don’t quote me on that.
I totally understand where you are coming from.
Wow that engine has cup holders! Is this going to be a new trend?
I think so! LOL
Dayvidlol : Mazda engineers are very thorough....in market research and crowd-sourcing they discovered we Americans demand a lot of cup holders...
Hey my brother checking in
I really appreciate you coming by!
...you’re late, where you been?
Personally don't like the "rainbow" infotainment. It looks really outdated. Reminds me of my 2011 Droid verizon phone graphics.
Great vid as always Joe 👌
Very good input as usual man! Thanks for the compliment!
Maybe it’s the camera angle, but it looks like the left tailpipe is sticking further out than the right.🤔
It was just the angle.
Raiti's Rides Yeah thanks, cause I’m pretty sure you woulda zonked dat.😉👌
How can a 4500 lb crossover dash to 60 in the mid 7’s with only 227 HP? Every other 3 row of this size perform comparably but use a 300 hp or so V-6.
DhFluxy gearing is very important!
310 lb feet of torque does the magic. Its fun to drive car.
DhFluxy if you feed it premium gas you get 25 more horses which is 252 same torque but it adds power if you get premium.
Sup Joe. Sorry I'm late Joe I was lint rolling my clothes LOL.
How did it turn out?
@@RaitisRides LOL Al Dente Perfection 👍🏼😎😂🤣. Also LOL 7 hours later.
I still get comments if u could believe that oh jay that's a sexy car love the wide hips oh love the dashboard lights red and blue love the xenon projector beam headlights and etc. And that's y I always feel special owning this car bc of how special it is the characteristics the love the comments and the enjoy ability u get from a 09 Mazda 6 still on the streets in 2020 even the older generations are still alive and well could u believe that bc I cant my car even has push to start lmao.😊🔥🚘🥇
I totally believe you! Thanks for sharing that input.
sorry I think the prop rod the best feature for this bonnet.or any car I think.look, they last forever the hood struts fail in time u end up using a stick to hold the hood up.and very expensive to replace hundreds of dollars.this cx9 is the best suv I think.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
Is this better than the Telluride?
NOPE
The turbo charge is so quit but y won't they put an 8 speed automatic in the cx-9