2007 Mazda CX-9 Trims and Specs

The 2007 Mazda CX-9 Sport comes in as the base trim for this new sporty, seven-passenger crossover. The front-wheel-drive CUV features three rows of seating and a cargo hold that expands from 17.2 cubic feet to 100.2 cubic feet when both the 60/40 reclining second row and 50/50 third row are folded flat. A roof rack costs extra. A power liftgate and cargo cover can also be added.

The crossover rides on a fully independent Macpherson strut front and multi-link sport-tuned suspension, with 18-inch alloy wheels and all-season tires. A 24-valve, 3.5-liter DOHC V6 and 6-speed sport-shifting automatic put out 263 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 RPM, achieving 18/24 mpg and 3,500 pounds of towing power.

The 2007 CX-9 Sport earns five stars in all impact tests and four in rollover tests. Stability control with rollover stability, traction control, 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution, and dual front-side and side curtain airbags for all rows are all standard. A tire monitor and a rear spoiler are also included. Options add on an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a rearview camera.

Well-equipped for a base model, the 2007 CX-9 Sport offers up a complete set of power features (windows, locks, mirrors), remote entry, and wheel-mounted cruise and controls. The CD player features MP3 playback. Leather trim adorns the steering wheel and shifter. Tilt and telescopic steering, front and rear climate control, intermittent front and rear wipers, a tachometer, a temperature display, and a front power outlet provide added convenience. You can upgrade with various options, such as a DVD player, Bose sound system with 6-CD changer, satellite radio, remote start, a power driver's seat, sunroof, and a security system.

The automatic all-wheel-drive system in the 2007 Mazda CX-9 Sport AWD features Active Torque Split, which can transfer torque up to 50/50 between the front and rear wheels. The system provides more traction on slippery roads and comes with limited-slip center and rear differentials. It does not have low-range gearing, however, and should not be taken off-road. A 3.5-liter DOHC V6 powers the roomy crossover, delivering 263 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque. The only transmission is an Aisin 6-speed automatic with manual shift mode. For those needing towing power, an optional trailer hitch enables towing up to 3,500 pounds.

Stability and traction control, front and rear stabilizer bars, and 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution help earn five-star crash ratings. Dual front-side airbags feature passenger deactivation, and there are side curtain bags for all three rows. The 2007 CX-9 AWD rides on 18-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, and a tire monitor measures pressure. The crossover seats seven in three rows. The 60/40 second row reclines, moves fore and aft 5 inches, and offers nearly 40 inches of legroom. The third row splits 50/50. The cargo area comes with tiedowns and holds 17.2 cubic feet, expanding to either 47.5 or 100 cubic feet with the various rows folded flat. Second-row passengers get their own climate control. A rear liftgate with fixed window opens onto the cargo area, and a power liftgate is available. A cargo net, cargo cover, and roof rack also cost extra.

Full power features include remote entry and wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls. A CD/MP3 player can be upgraded to a 6-CD changer with satellite radio and Bose speakers. Intermittent front and rear wipers, front and rear climate control, tilt and telescopic steering, a tachometer, an external temperature gauge, cupholders for all rows, and a front power outlet are also standard. Leather trim dresses up the steering wheel and shifter, while dual exhaust and a rear spoiler dress up the exterior. Safety options include a rearview camera and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Remote start, a power driver's seat, a DVD player, and a sunroof are extra luxury items.

Representing the midlevel entry for this new front-wheel-drive crossover, the 2007 Mazda CX-9 Touring adds leather upholstery, heated front seats and heated side mirrors, and power front seats to standard equipment. It also includes hands-free Bluetooth in the mix. The crossover seats seven in three rows, with a 60/40 split-folding second row that reclines and moves back and forth 5 inches, and a 50/50 split-folding rear bench. With both rows folded flat, the 2007 CX-9 Touring can hold 100 cubic feet. With both rows of back seats up, that number drops to 17.2. The cargo area comes with tiedowns, with the option to add a net and cargo cover. The rear window has an intermittent wiper, but does not open separately from the liftgate. A roof rack is also optional.

Riding on an independent Macpherson strut front and multilink rear sport suspension, the 2007 CX-9 Touring uses 18-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires to grip the road. A 24-valve, 3.5-liter DOHC V6 and 6-speed sport-shifting automatic put out 263 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 RPM. Towing capacity reaches 3,500 pounds with the optional trailer hitch, and fuel economy averages 18/24 mpg. The crossover does earn the highest crash test scores, thanks to a long list of safety equipment. The Touring adds automatic headlights to a list that already includes 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, dual front-side and side curtain airbags for all rows (with front passenger deactivation), front and rear stabilizer bars, and traction and stability control with rollover mitigation. A tire monitor is also standard. Options add an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a rearview camera.

The Touring's leather upholstery extends to the steering wheel and shifter, with alloy accents on the dash. Power windows, locks, and mirrors, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, remote entry, and a CD/MP3 player are all standard. The 2007 CX-9 Touring also offers tilt and telescopic steering, front and rear climate control, front and rear intermittent wipers, a tachometer and temperature readout, and a front power outlet. A rear spoiler adds a dash of sporty flair to the exterior. Moving up to the Touring gets you an extra option - a navigation system. This joins other options, such as a DVD player, satellite radio, and 6-CD changer Bose sound system. Also available are a power sunroof, remote start, a security system, and a power liftgate.

The 2007 Mazda CX-9 Touring AWD provides extra grip on slippery roads with its automatic Active Torque Split. Though it defaults to front-wheel drive, it can send as much as 50% of torque to the rear wheels. It comes with limited slip center and rear differentials, but no low-range gearing, so don't make plans to take this full-size crossover off-road. The seven-passenger CX-9 Touring AWD rides on an independent Macpherson strut front and multilink rear sport suspension, and uses 18-inch wheels with all-season tires.

Traction and stability control, rollover mitigation, 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution are all standard. The dual front-side airbags feature passenger deactivation, while side curtain airbags cover all three rows. The crossover earns five stars in all tests but rollovers (four stars). Other safety equipment includes automatic headlights and a tire monitor. To help with visibility at night, you can add an auto-dimming rearview mirror, while an optional rearview camera helps when backing up. The whole package is powered by a 263-hp, 3.5-liter DOHC V6. With the 6-speed sport-shifting automatic transmission, the powertrain puts out 249 ft-lbs of torque at 4500 RPM and can tow up to 3500 pounds (trailer hitch costs extra).

The 2007 CX-9 Touring AWD features power front seats that are heated, leather upholstery, heated mirrors, and Bluetooth. Already standard are power windows, locks, and mirrors, remote entry, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, front and rear climate control, and a CD/MP3 player. Intermittent front and rear wipers, tilt and telescopic steering, a front power outlet, a tachometer, and a temperature readout are also part of the package. Remote start and memory settings for the driver can be added, along with a DVD player, satellite radio, a 6-CD changer, a sunroof, a navigation system, and a power liftgate. The cargo area holds 17.2 cubic feet, but expands to 47 with the 50/50 third row folded flat and to 100 cubic feet with the 60/40 second row folded flat. Tiedowns are standard, with the option to add a cargo net, cargo cover, and roof rack.

Sitting at the top of its lineup, the 2007 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring is a sport crossover built on an independent Macpherson strut front and multilink rear suspension. It upgrades from the Touring by adding larger 20-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, foglights, and xenon HID headlamps. Side mirrors now have turn signals. Remote start (attached to a universal remote) joins the power options, along with memory settings for the driver's seat and mirrors. On the safety side, rain-sensing wipers have been added to standard equipment. Inside the cabin, wood and alloy trim join the leather accents.

Under the hood lies a 24-valve, 3.5-liter DOHC V6 with variable valve timing. It delivers 263 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 RPM, with 18/24 mpg ratings and a 3,500-pound towing capacity. The sole transmission is an Aisin 6-speed shiftable automatic. The front-wheel-drive crossover seats seven in three rows. The second row reclines, moves fore and aft 5 inches, and split-folds flat 60/40. It also has nearly 40 inches of legroom. The third row split-folds 50/50. Cargo capacity expands from 17.2 to 100 cubic feet. Tiedowns are standard, but a cover and net cost extra, along with an optional roof rack. A power liftgate is also available.

Already standard in the 2007 CX-9 Grand Touring are full power features, including power front seats, remote entry, Bluetooth, and wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls for the CD/MP3 player. A Bose sound system with satellite radio and a 6-CD changer cost extra, as does a DVD player. Leather upholstery, heated front seats and mirrors, tilt and telescopic steering, a tachometer and temperature gauge, front and rear climate control, and front and rear intermittent wipers are also part of the package. Five-star safety equipment includes 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, traction and stability control with rollover sensors, dual front-side airbags and side curtain bags for all rows, and front and rear stabilizer bars. Automatic headlights, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a tire monitor are also standard. Options add a sunroof and a navigation system.

Boasting plenty of features and a strong safety record, the 2007 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD also adds top-notch performance in tricky road situations. Though lacking low-range gearing for off-roading, the automatic AWD system features center and rear locking differentials and can distribute up to 50% of torque to the rear wheels. Since it's a Grand Touring, it also gets larger 20-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires. Power comes from a 24-valve, 3.5-liter DOHC V6 with variable valve timing. Paired with a 6-speed shiftable automatic, it puts out 263 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque, with a 3,500-pound tow rating. Its 18/24 mpg fuel economy disappoints.

Sporting a rear spoiler and dual exhaust, the 2007 CX-9 Grand Touring AWD also adds xenon HID lamps and foglights. Other upgrades include a universal remote with remote start, rain-sensing wipers, mirrors with turn signals, and memory settings for the driver's power seat and mirrors. The dressed-up interior now boasts wood, alloy, and leather trim, along with blue electroluminescent gauges. Power windows, locks, and heated mirrors, heated front power seats, leather upholstery, remote entry, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, front and rear climate control, and a CD/MP3 player are all standard. Convenience features include front and rear intermittent wipers, cupholders for all three rows, a front power outlet, tilt and telescopic steering, a tachometer, and an external temperature gauge.

The crossover seats seven in three rows, with 41 inches of front legroom and nearly 40 inches in the second row. Second and third rows split-fold flat (60/40 and 50/50) to expand the 17.2-cubic-foot cargo area to 47 or 100 cubic feet. The cargo bay comes with tiedowns and can be outfitted with a cargo cover and net. A power liftgate is optional. For more storage, a roof rack is available. Second-row seats recline and move back and forth for easier access. Five-star safety ratings include traction and stability control, dual front-side and side curtain airbags for all three rows, front and rear stabilizer bars, and 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist. Automatic headlights and a tire monitor are also standard. Options add a rearview camera and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. A navigation system, DVD player, 6-CD changer with satellite radio, and sunroof are also available.