jasonj80 Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 2007 MAZDA CX-9 CROSSOVER SUV TO MAKE GLOBAL DEBUT AT 2006 NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW 2007 Mazda CX-9 Crossover SUV IRVINE, Calif. – Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) will unveil its all-new 2007 Mazda CX-9 seven -passenger crossover sport-utility vehicle (SUV) at next week’s New York International Auto Show. Arriving in Mazda dealerships in early 2007, the CX-9 is designed and engineered specifically for North America . The Mazda CX-9’s design sets new standards for style, while incorporating an interior of sophisticated elegance with class-leading space and unmatched versatility. Best of all, CX-9 – like all Mazdas – has the Soul of a Sportscar. Like the Mazda CX-7 presented earlier this year, the CX-9 is a clean break from the traditional boxy SUVs crowding the US market, deftly blending sporty driving spirit with seven-passenger SUV practicality. “The North American market continues to play a leading role in Mazda Motor Corporation’s global future and financial health,†emphasizes Jim O’Sullivan, president and CEO, MNAO. “The all-new CX-7 and CX-9 were engineered specifically for North America to help us fulfill ambitious goals. The CX-9 has traits only a Mazda SUV could have: strong performance, agile handling, precise steering and superior quality and craftsmanship.†Mazda C X-9 targets y oung couples and modern families with a focus on family interests, yet haven’t lost their desire for high-intensity leisure activities, learning experiences and social interaction. It is also ideal for couples with grown children who pursue an active lifestyle. Every CX-9 is powered by a new 3.5-liter V6 engine driven through a standard six-speed automatic transmission. Final drive is through either front- or all-wheel drive. Brakes are large ventilated discs on all four wheels. More detail on specific model content will be available closer to launch, but standard features on all trims include air conditioning, power windows, power door locks with remote keyless entry, cruise control, and six airbags. To help avoid accidents, all CX-9s are fitted as standard with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Roll Stability Control (RSC) and Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS). An optionally available power-operated lift gate provides one-touch opening and closing access to the cargo hold. Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North American Operations oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada and Mexico through nearly 900 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario, Canada and in Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 LOl Its the Mazda Edge! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonM Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 Is this on the same platform as the Edge? Looks liek the CX-7 but bigger I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Reynolds Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 Interesting the CX-7 gets the turbo 4, and the CX-9 gets the Duratec35. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 Is this on the same platform as the Edge? Looks liek the CX-7 but bigger I guess. Same platform, but longer. Edge only has room for 5 passenger seating. I'm starting to wonder if that was really a good idea or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Reynolds Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 Same platform, but longer. Edge only has room for 5 passenger seating. I'm starting to wonder if that was really a good idea or not. Judging by Mazda's volume I'd probably venture to say no. Mazda probably would have been better off to pour those resources into a Mazda 9 type vehicle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 Judging by Mazda's volume I'd probably venture to say no. Mazda probably would have been better off to pour those resources into a Mazda 9 type vehicle. I meant whether it was a good idea for Ford to only offer the Edge with 5-passenger seating. Even the RAV-4 offers 7 passenger seating now. Will the Freestyle be enough to satisfy the market for those wanting 7-passenger crossovers? I don't think it will be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Kolman Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 Actually the CX-7 and 9 are NOT on the Edge platform... They have more in common with the C1 Mazda5 than the Mazda 6. Look at the 7 and 5's wheelbases... they are identical. And you'd be hard pressed to identify differences in the rear suspesions aswell. But I wouldn't call it C1 based... It is very much a unique platfrom that in the Lego idea expressed in the recent Autoweek article grabs mechanical pieces wholly from other platfroms to reduce development costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Reynolds Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 I meant whether it was a good idea for Ford to only offer the Edge with 5-passenger seating. Even the RAV-4 offers 7 passenger seating now. Will the Freestyle be enough to satisfy the market for those wanting 7-passenger crossovers? I don't think it will be. Oh, my bad. The 7 passenger seating in the RAV-4 is a joke. With the seats up back there only 4 year olds will fit leaving essentially no room for storage, and I would venture to say the same would be applicable with the Edge. At least with a Freestyle you have enough room for adults to sit back there, and room to store bags or whatever it is your hauling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keoni Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 (edited) Looks alright, not as good as the CX7. Is it just me or is this vehicle, which apparently will be sold ONLY in the US, the least sporty of the new Mazdas. Is that because they think that Americans are less sporty or because it is a family vehicle replacing the MPV? The interior looks great though. *EDIT - on a side note, how do I get the image to post instead of thumbnails?* Edited April 13, 2006 by Keoni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BORG Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 (edited) Most people will not be able to tell the difference. I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing. At least it looks like a Mazda. Edited April 13, 2006 by BORG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Reynolds Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 Interior isn't that bad, but you can defintely tell where it came from (well if you know any better). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
156n3rd Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 wagons in all sizes with catchy new names :bowdown: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 Most people will not be able to tell the difference. I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing. At least it looks like a Mazda. I'm sure the difference would be pretty apparent if they were parked beside each other on a Mazda dealer lot. I think it's kind of a GOOD thing that people just recognize it as a Mazda instead of instantly as a CX-9. Brand awareness is more important than model awareness, I think most would agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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