Pros Suave Italian styling Legitimately spacious and practical Very quick and sporty Trofeo model
Cons Base I-4 engine lacks cachet Trofeo model's stiff ride Can be unreasonably expensive
Pros Polished ride and handling Spacious, top-notch interior User-friendly infotainment system Punchy engine lineup
Cons Lofty pricing
Even with seating for up to seven passengers, the CX-9 still offers plenty of that Mazda magic.
Pros A rare fun-to-drive SUV, near-luxury cabin trimmings, top-quality fit-and-finish Cons Limited cargo space with rearmost seat in use, tight quarters for third-row passengers.
The 2021 Mazda CX-9 crossover SUV rewards drivers with good road manners, but takes a penalty in third-row space.
Pros Very attractive Well-done interior Good safety gear Engaging responsiveness
Cons Distracting infotainment controller Cramped third-row and cargo space Limited lineup