The 2020 CX-9 is a 7-seater, third row SUV that’s a favorite family ride which could be attributed to a powerful 250-hp turbo, available AWD and advanced safety features such as smart city brake support which are some of the main reasons for this. The Mazda CX-9 is also about great comfort and convenience and comes with a flexible seating with an option to add captain’s chairs in the second row, some great amenities in the form of cup holders and storage and advanced technology and infotainment options. That’s not all, San Luis Obispo Mazda whom we contacted to learn more about this awesome offering informed us about the superb driving dynamics and performance of the 2020 Mazda CX-9 which we thought we should explore in detail.
ComposedPerformance
The 2020 Mazda CX-9 comes with the latest 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo DOHC, 16-valve, 4-cylinder VVT engine which provides a turbo charged performance that’s calm and composed even in the most arduous of traffic. The SkyActiv-G technology is a revolutionary Mazda innovation in direct injection gasoline engines that delivers highly efficient performance with an extreme compression ration of 14:0:1 which is a first of its kind in the world. This achievement puts Mazda on top of the line when it comes to achieving great fuel economy without compromising on engine power to a great extent. This remarkable technology helps in keeping the noise levels low and engines running smoothly even at higher temperatures. So next time you are stuck in traffic on a CX-9 and are wondering how the vehicle stays cool and quiet, you know the reason.
Responsive Dynamics
With SkyActiv-G technology at its core, the Mazda CX-9 provides remarkably responsive driving dynamics and vehicle control. It’s basically an FWD system that it comes with, which is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission featuring manual-shift and sport modes. You have the option to upgrade to the available i-Activ AWD system with off-road traction assist for even more control. This system is designed to autonomously distribute traction appropriately across all the wheels to keep the vehicle stable by reducing loss of traction. Whether you face wet or icy road condition or you decide to take your CX-9 with you on an off-road adventure, you can rest assured that you will get great handling and stay in control.
Award-Winning Safety
The Mazda CX-9 won the top safety pick at IIHS for its advanced safety features such as the Smart Brake Support that provides great driving dynamics and performance when driving at speeds up to 30mph in traffic congestions. The system’s sensors detect any vehicles in front and apply the brakes if they detect any possibility of frontal collisions. According to the Mazda dealer near San Luis Obispo, there is an even more advanced smart city brake system on the CX-9 which works at speeds of up to 50 mph and includes pedestrian detection for speeds above 6 mph. The Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert is another useful feature on the 2020 Mazda CX-9.
