2007 Mazda CX-9 Review
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Introduction
Mazda CX-9 - 2007 Review: While some would argue the validity of evolution as a human condition, there is no denying its role in the world of automobiles. As long as there have been large families, there's been a need to move them from place to place. As a result, the station wagon was born, followed by the sport-utility vehicle, and most recently the crossover. Along the way, these people haulers have become more comfortable, more capable, and as the 2007 Mazda CX-9 proves, more engaging. Traits such as sloppy handling and drab styling have worked their way out of the gene pool, replaced with the responsiveness and sleek lines desired by today's drivers, even those who spend equal time shuttling as cruising.
What We Drove
For this evaluation Mazda set us up with an all-wheel-drive 2007 CX-9 Grand Touring, the top-of-the-line model. Base price is $34,470, including a $595 destination charge, but our Stormy Blue Mica version tipped the scales at $38,880. Included with that price were a $450 towing package that bumped capacity up to 3,500 lbs., a $2,100 touch-screen navigation system with voice-activated controls and a rearview parking camera, and a $1,760 power sunroof and Bose surround sound package. In the course of one week, our editors logged about 1,000 miles, covering plenty of asphalt around our Orange County offices, a few trips to LA, and one run up to the central coast just to watch the sunset. We even hit a few dirt roads along the way.
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