Hot off the presses!!!!

[Mazda3]

Folks, this is big!!!

Some might remember me casually mentioning in another thread that Mazda was working on a 3.7L version of the new 3.5L.

Well its just confirmed this morning by my sources that the 2008 CX-9 will have a 300 HP 3.7L V6!!!!

Given that the 263 HP 3.5L V6 is already producing acceleration times as good as the 300 HP MDX the 08 model should be king of the hill.

Also in the Canadian models bluetooth will be standard equipment and a blind spot monitoring system on the upper models.

[shalezoom3]

thats great....now they need to stick that 3.7L in the upcoming Mazda 6

[chuyler1]

^^^
My thoughts exactly...and add a Turbo for a 400HP MS6!

[Mazda3]

thats great....now they need to stick that 3.7L in the upcoming Mazda 6

Fingers are definately crossed on that one!!!

No confirmation of that at this point, but 300 HP would sure trump the Accord, Camry, and Altima!!

[shalezoom3]

But good to see Mazda upgrading the V6's....cause we know the 4cly are good....the previous v6s have been under powered

[Mazda3]

But good to see Mazda upgrading the V6's....cause we know the 4cly are good....the previous v6s have been under powered

The 2.3L is being upgraded as well the 2.5L's w/175+ HP.

[shalezoom3]

Oh wow that is great to hear.....i still thought they should have been able to get more power out of that 2.3L though.

[chuyler1]

More power is nice...but in order for Mazda to "trump" the Accord and Camry they will have to improve gas mileage as well.

[Mazda3]

More power is nice...but in order for Mazda to "trump" the Accord and Camry they will have to improve gas mileage as well.

Thats the beauty of this new engine it will get as good or better fuel economy with considerably more power.

[737Capt]

Folks, this is big!!!
Well its just confirmed this morning by my sources that the 2008 CX-9 will have a 300 HP 3.7L V6!!!!

Any idea when this will be available? Will it be the standard V6 for the GT?

Just ordered one last week so I am really anxious to know if I need to wait or make any changes to my order!

[shalezoom3]

Well thats for the 08....you may have to wait awhile for that engine to take status on the assembly line.

[Antoine]

Way to go Mazda! Thanks for posting this Mazda3 (thumb)

You earned yourself a sticky!

[737Capt]

Well thats for the 08....you may have to wait awhile for that engine to take status on the assembly line.
Read some place that orders taken this month would be for 08 model year.

[shalezoom3]

ohhh even better then, better contact that sales rep. Let us know how it comes out.

[Mazda3]

Read some place that orders taken this month would be for 08 model year.

Production starts in June for the 08 model. Ordering is usually about 3 months ahead so this should be soon. The 3.7L will be the standard engine on all models. Please don't tell your dealer where you got the info. The more low key we keep my updates the easier it will be for me to share with the group.

[shalezoom3]

noted

[Dalton]

Any news on Engine departement - when,
how much might the MSRP change because the engine swap etc. ?

I'm very anxious to buy one - first i waited for PLG to be available and now it seems to be worth to wait for the 3,7L engine.

BTW do you know any dealer who is willing to export ( i mean no sales tax and stuff?) Because i'll live in Europe and allready they say that CX9 will not be available here. Even the CX7 will arrive to the dealerships late august 2007 (shrug)

[DBlock12]

Folks, this is big!!!

Some might remember me casually mentioning in another thread that Mazda was working on a 3.7L version of the new 3.5L.

Well its just confirmed this morning by my sources that the 2008 CX-9 will have a 300 HP 3.7L V6!!!!

Given that the 263 HP 3.5L V6 is already producing acceleration times as good as the 300 HP MDX the 08 model should be king of the hill.

Also in the Canadian models bluetooth will be standard equipment and a blind spot monitoring system on the upper models.
HI, I am new to this forum.
I got the cx-7 5 month ago and very happy with it, but it's missing a lot of little things which counts. I am thinking of trading my cx-7 to cx-9.
I saw it on NY auto show and I'm in love, the only stoping point for me is the 3.5L ford engine.
From my knowledge the 3.0L DOHC (the earlier type) was a disaster!!!
Is it safe to say that Ford maybe did this 3.5L betterr?
And also the new 3.7L engine, is it Ford upgrade of 3.5L or it's a Mazda engine?
Thanks!

[InlineTwin]

3.7L is a Ford engine.

[crempel]

The 2.3L is being upgraded as well the 2.5L's w/175+ HP.

I am actually interested in the Mazda5. Is the new 2.5 going to find its way to that model?

[Mazda3]

I am actually interested in the Mazda5. Is the new 2.5 going to find its way to that model?

Probably not until the 2009 model year.

[Lee MD]

Any details about what other package changes are coming such as what new standard features and option will be available? I'm glad that I haven't bought the CX9 yet since there are lots of changes coming. I really like the new rear-view mirror/back-up camera monitor and blind spot sensor.

[Whitesnake]

The engine in the current CX-9 seems to be fine 263HP.. and a jap transmission..


HI, I am new to this forum.
I got the cx-7 5 month ago and very happy with it, but it's missing a lot of little things which counts. I am thinking of trading my cx-7 to cx-9.
I saw it on NY auto show and I'm in love, the only stoping point for me is the 3.5L ford engine.
From my knowledge the 3.0L DOHC (the earlier type) was a disaster!!!
Is it safe to say that Ford maybe did this 3.5L betterr?
And also the new 3.7L engine, is it Ford upgrade of 3.5L or it's a Mazda engine?
Thanks!

[Wiggum]

My understanding from my sources is that the 3.7L engine is full Mazda...

This is what has been stopping me from getting one for the wife, full Mazda cars seem to do much better :)

[poof100]

Production starts in June for the 08 model. Ordering is usually about 3 months ahead so this should be soon. The 3.7L will be the standard engine on all models. Please don't tell your dealer where you got the info. The more low key we keep my updates the easier it will be for me to share with the group.

I've been looking at getting a CX-9 until I stumbled upon this post about the new 3.7L engine. I'm sure you can't divulge too much info, but is this the GTTDI engine that Mazda has been testing in the Fusion or is this the Ford sourced Duratec 3.7L that is basically a bored out 3.5 motor that is currently in the Edge and CX-9? From what I've read/heard, both will have direct injection but the 3.7L from Ford is only "supposed" to have 275hp or so. I'm just curious as to the engine specs as I'm anxious to put my order in for an 08 CX-9. My friend at Ford is on the mustang side but she's going to try to research the 3.7L Lincoln motor that is coming out soon.

Also, any indications that Mazda will allow you to order the Moonroof package with the Rear DVD entertainment package? I really don't get why they didn't engineer this correctly. Lastly, will they push the "mysync" navigation system in the 08 models?

Thanks!
JP

[Mazda3]

The engine is derived from the Duratec 3.5L. This is not a bad thing. The fact that this is a Ford engine is because Ford paid for the development. There were Mazda and Volvo engineers involved with its development as well. This engine is on the Wards top ten list, it is state of the art technology. There are NO Honda, Acura, Toyota, or Lexus engines on the Wards list.

The top end of the motor is redone for the Mazda motors, by Mazda engineers. Read the reviews, they all comment on how much smoother, quieter, and more responsive the CX-9 is compared to the Edge. The Duratec is good motor in the Ford and a great motor in the Mazda.

Mazda has not released the final production HP/TQ specs yet, I will post them as soon as I have them. The packaging on the Canadian CX-9 remains the same with the changes listed in my first post. The US models are always packaged different, I don't have access to US info.

Edit: Correction, there is one Lexus motor on the list.

[poof100]

The engine is derived from the Duratec 3.5L. This is not a bad thing. The fact that this is a Ford engine is because Ford paid for the development. There were Mazda and Volvo engineers involved with its development as well. This engine is on the Wards top ten list, it is state of the art technology. There are NO Honda, Acura, Toyota, or Lexus engines on the Wards list.

The top end of the motor is redone for the Mazda motors, by Mazda engineers. Read the reviews, they all comment on how much smoother, quieter, and more responsive the CX-9 is compared to the Edge. The Duratec is good motor in the Ford and a great motor in the Mazda.

Mazda has not released the final production HP/TQ specs yet, I will post them as soon as I have them. The packaging on the Canadian CX-9 remains the same with the changes listed in my first post. The US models are always packaged different, I don't have access to US info.

Edit: Correction, there is one Lexus motor on the list.

Thanks for the info, greatly appreciated! I've read the reviews, and I see that the Mazda version is smoother and a better engine. My friend says she can only find out info on the Lincoln side, as Mazda doesn't provide them with much of anything on cars assembled in Japan. I'm excited to see the final numbers on the new 3.7L for the 08 CX-9.

Thanks again
JP

[mazdamanxl]

Production starts in June for the 08 model. Ordering is usually about 3 months ahead so this should be soon. The 3.7L will be the standard engine on all models. Please don't tell your dealer where you got the info. The more low key we keep my updates the easier it will be for me to share with the group.

I have ordered my first allocation for 08 CX-9 last month. They will be built in either June or July with delivery to dealerships early fall. I can also confirm the 3.7L engine is now a Mazda engine but the HP rating is going to be closer to 275 than to 300. One final note on the CX-7, the 08 models will no longer require premium gas!

[CX9buyer]

I have ordered my first allocation for 08 CX-9 last month. They will be built in either June or July with delivery to dealerships early fall. I can also confirm the 3.7L engine is now a Mazda engine but the HP rating is going to be closer to 275 than to 300. One final note on the CX-7, the 08 models will no longer require premium gas!



do you know if there is any price increase? for the 2008 cx9?

[ZoomFive]

I have ordered my first allocation for 08 CX-9 last month. They will be built in either June or July with delivery to dealerships early fall. I can also confirm the 3.7L engine is now a Mazda engine but the HP rating is going to be closer to 275 than to 300. One final note on the CX-7, the 08 models will no longer require premium gas!

Does this mean the CX-9 will have a horsepower increase?

[Mazda3]

Does this mean the CX-9 will have a horsepower increase?

Is that not the subject matter of the entire thread? (huh)

[shalezoom3]

anybody know the actual sales figures or projected figures of the CX models?? I have only seen 1 9 and maybe like 5-10 7's on the roads out here in vegas.

hopefully if they are low the little blip of engine power may help.

[l-miwa]

Every day on the way to work, I drive by the Mazda dealer where I purchased my CX-9. Based on the rate at which they are disappearing from the row of stock, they seem to be selling at a rate of about one every two days.

I had only seen one on the roads with dealer plates before I purchased mine. Now I'm seeing one almost every day.

Not very scientific I know, but just my subjective observations.

[Mazda3]

I'm not sure about the US, but In canada they are selling about 900 per month which is just a touch over their projections.

[Wiggum]

I'm not really interested as much in HP, I just want the thing to be able to tow between 5-6K LBS (Fat chance I know...)

I'll see what I can dig up on the motor, tap some resources...

[ZoomFive]

I read that the more powerful engine was reserved for Lincoln cars to differentiate them from the similar fords and mazdas. Sales have not been good for lincoln, so this was how they were going to address that.

If this is really the case, then Madza will not get the more powerful engine. If so, then I'll probably bite. The MDX is powerful, but too small and the front too weird.

Is it in any cars other than Lincolns?

[Donas64]

Finally the Mazda6 will have some bite to back up its good looks! :)

[OMF]

I'm not sure about the US, but In canada they are selling about 900 per month which is just a touch over their projections.

III. Exports
(1) March 2007
Exports have exceeded the figures from the same month of the previous year for 20 consecutive months since August 2005, with March 2007 increasing 14.4% over March 2006. This increase was led by the addition of CX-9 exports and an increased Mazda3 export volume. Exports in March 2007 recorded the best March result in the last 13 years since 1994.
On a market basis, exports for North America were particularly healthy, reaching 27,030 units (up 24.9% year-on-year) mainly due to an increased export volume of the Mazda3.

[Exports of key models in March 2007]
CX-9: 3,377 units
Mazda3: 37,130 units (up 18.9% year-on-year)

source: http://www.mazda.com/publicity/results/2007/070424_product.html

[poof100]

I read that the more powerful engine was reserved for Lincoln cars to differentiate them from the similar fords and mazdas. Sales have not been good for lincoln, so this was how they were going to address that.

If this is really the case, then Madza will not get the more powerful engine. If so, then I'll probably bite. The MDX is powerful, but too small and the front too weird.

Is it in any cars other than Lincolns?

I also read that the 3.7L duratec would be reserved for the lincoln mks and mkx 08 models, but my friend at Ford says they build the engines in the US and then ship them to Japan to be fitted into the Mazdas. If you compare the CX-9 and Edge 3.5L motors, they are different as Mazda fine tunes them. Mazda has been testing the 3.7L in the Fusion for Ford, so I'm sure this is the reason for putting them in the 08 cx-9.

Remember, Ford doesn't own Mazda 100%, but rather a share and they have a partnership on some platforms for certain cars. If they did share everything, the Focus would be as good as the Mazda3, it's not. Mazda is not like Mercury or Lincoln with Ford, so putting the 3.7L in the 08 CX-9 won't take away from Lincoln's strategy for moving more upscale and differentiating itself. The idea behind Lincoln separating itself from Mercury and Ford is the main reason for making the 3.7 exclusive to Lincoln. To the public, a Lincoln is just a rebadged Ford with some chrome and a different grill. Why buy a MKX when the Edge does the same thing for less. This is why Lincoln wants the 3.7L and the Edge won't get it at first. Mazda isn't a thought in this strategy.

JP

[ZoomFive]

I also read that the 3.7L duratec would be reserved for the lincoln mks and mkx 08 models, but my friend at Ford says they build the engines in the US and then ship them to Japan to be fitted into the Mazdas. If you compare the CX-9 and Edge 3.5L motors, they are different as Mazda fine tunes them. Mazda has been testing the 3.7L in the Fusion for Ford, so I'm sure this is the reason for putting them in the 08 cx-9.

Remember, Ford doesn't own Mazda 100%, but rather a share and they have a partnership on some platforms for certain cars. If they did share everything, the Focus would be as good as the Mazda3, it's not. Mazda is not like Mercury or Lincoln with Ford, so putting the 3.7L in the 08 CX-9 won't take away from Lincoln's strategy for moving more upscale and differentiating itself. The idea behind Lincoln separating itself from Mercury and Ford is the main reason for making the 3.7 exclusive to Lincoln. To the public, a Lincoln is just a rebadged Ford with some chrome and a different grill. Why buy a MKX when the Edge does the same thing for less. This is why Lincoln wants the 3.7L and the Edge won't get it at first. Mazda isn't a thought in this strategy.

JP

Let's hope, so by the time that we buy they might have this additional power and maybe thicker carpeting/padding. We would be trading in our BMW for the space. I would like to maintain some peformance.

[Mazda3]

I read that the more powerful engine was reserved for Lincoln cars to differentiate them from the similar fords and mazdas. Sales have not been good for lincoln, so this was how they were going to address that.

If this is really the case, then Madza will not get the more powerful engine. If so, then I'll probably bite. The MDX is powerful, but too small and the front too weird.

Is it in any cars other than Lincolns?

AGAIN....READ the thread!!

The 2008 CX-9 **WILL** have a 3.7L V6.....this is not speculation or a debate it IS a FACT. Read the thread before you post, this thread has now turned away from the factual info it was providing. (bang)

[ZoomFive]

AGAIN....READ the thread!!

The 2008 CX-9 **WILL** have a 3.7L V6.....this is not speculation or a debate it IS a FACT. Read the thread before you post, this thread has now turned away from the factual info it was providing. (bang)

Well, let's reset this then for everyone. Having read the thread initially:

> Mazda3 states he has posted a FACT.
> I was sharing what I had read in regards to that.
> Whenever the CX-9 comes out with the additional power, my wife and I would likely select this vehicle.

That is all. There was no intent to turn your thread. Stop telling me to read your post and getting all wise when folks discuss that they are familiar with what I have read.

(bang) <--- Wow.

- ZoomFive

[poof100]

This doesn't have too much info, but if you look at the Engine specs, it lists the 3.7L for 2008:

http://www.wheels.ca/newVehicles/profile/13363

JP

[ZoomFive]

This doesn't have too much info, but if you look at the Engine specs, it lists the 3.7L for 2008:

http://www.wheels.ca/newVehicles/profile/13363

JP

Funny that is says:

Passenger Doors7Passenger Capacity4

[golfer08]

Does anyone know if there are NEW color combinations on the 08?

It's pretty limiting to only offer black and tan. For example, my wife likes the liquid platinum metallic but doesn't like the tan interior (or black). I'm hoping that they offer a gray interior with that color.

Thanks!

[njerald]

Does anyone know if there are NEW color combinations on the 08?

It's pretty limiting to only offer black and tan. For example, my wife likes the liquid platinum metallic but doesn't like the tan interior (or black). I'm hoping that they offer a gray interior with that color.

Thanks!

So Sorry!!!!!!!!!!

[Donas64]

So Sorry!!!!!!!!!!

Thats funny!

[sranger]

Well that sux... I just bought a 2007 GT AWD CX-9 and now it's re-sale value is in the crapper...

I guess I should have visited the site a few days earlier...

[chuyler1]

Resale value on any new car is in the crapper...in fact, buying a car is almost always a loss. You'll never make back what you paid unless you are investing $300K on a vintage Ferrari and don't plan to ever drive it.

[todd92]

Well that sux... I just bought a 2007 GT AWD CX-9 and now it's re-sale value is in the crapper...

I guess I should have visited the site a few days earlier...

It's not going to effect the resale value at all. Drive your car and enjoy it.

[sranger]

It's not going to effect the resale value at all. Drive your car and enjoy it.

Well, I have traded cars many times in my life. I know that as soon as you drive the vehicle off the lot you lose about 5K. However, anytime there is a major engine upgrade in less than a year it will really hurt the value of the vehicles with the lesser engines. They will always be a much less desirable model on the used market. I have to trade vehicles every four years to stay on my companies auto plan. The introduction of the more powerful engine in late 2007 will probably drop the resale value of the 2007 models by an additional 5K when it come time to trade.

I HIGHLY recommed that any one thinking about buying a CX-9 wait for the 2008 unless you can get an extra $5K or so off the 2007. Otherwise you will loose a lot of value ( and fun ) like I did...

I kind of makes me sick, but that is life... I just whish I could have enjoyed the vehicle for a few days before I got the bad news. It was a hard hit to get the bad news the day after I bought it...

[golfer08]

Well, I have traded cars many times in my life. I know that as soon as you drive the vehicle off the lot you lose about 5K. However, anytime there is a major engine upgrade in less than a year it will really hurt the value of the vehicles with the lesser engines. They will always be a much less desirable model on the used market. I have to trade vehicles every four years to stay on my companies auto plan. The introduction of the more powerful engine in late 2007 will probably drop the resale value of the 2007 models by an additional 5K when it come time to trade.

I HIGHLY recommed that any one thinking about buying a CX-9 wait for the 2008 unless you can get an extra $5K or so off the 2007. Otherwise you will loose a lot of value ( and fun ) like I did...

I kind of makes me sick, but that is life... I just whish I could have enjoyed the vehicle for a few days before I got the bad news. It was a hard hit to get the bad news the day after I bought it...

I don't blame you one bit for feeling this way. Enjoy the CX-9, however. It's the best CUV for the money!

[sbmrinaldi]

I really debate the drop of an additional $5k on a different motor. The motor should not be much different in terms of performance. We are talking a 3.7 over a 3.5. I am sure with an intake mod on a 3.5 it will churn similar numbers to a 3.7 motor.

I have bought and sold well over 30 plus cars over the past 20 years and recently got caught up into the same debate with a Corvette Z06. I had an 01 that had 385hp and the new 02 pumped out 405hp. I felt the 01 would drop major in value with the added hp, plus the upcoming C6 base vette putting out higher numbers than that. In the end I tried to anticipate the market and sold the car for about the same I could have sold it for 2 years later. I sold early only hoping to prevent a bigger loss down the line.

Be thankful you did't buy the Hyundai and are concerned about resale. The Koreans have come a long way in terms of reputation, but the simple fact remains they hold very little resale.

[todd92]

Pointless debate, no way in June 2010 a 2007 CX9 will be worth $5000 less than a 2008, different engine or not.

[Mazda3]

Lets get this thread back on topic guys, its supposed to be imformative for the 2008 models. You're more than welcome to start a fresh thread to debate resale value if you wish.

Thanks

[Mucho]

Mazda3, I do not know where you contact at Mazda Canada has taken this information from about the 300hp... but I doubt that he is really well connected about what his going on. From my own (good) contact, I can tell you that this is not true.

[Mazda3]

Mazda3, I do not know where you contact at Mazda Canada has taken this information from about the 300hp... but I doubt that he is really well connected about what his going on. From my own (good) contact, I can tell you that this is not true.

The 300 HP is an estimate. The final production HP/TQ figures haven't been released yet. The point is that there is a 3.7L engine with more power and torque for 2008.

[Mucho]

Your estimate is totally off. Is your guy involved in product? My own contact at Mazda Canada gave me the exact measure, but he will chop my head if I say anything at the moment. You are really setting up expectations with your 300HP.

[ryguy]

Your estimate is totally off. Is your guy involved in product? My own contact at Mazda Canada gave me the exact measure, but he will chop my head if I say anything at the moment. You are really setting up expectations with your 300HP.

I would tend to agree. While it is purely math, a 3.7L engine is only 5.8% bigger than a 3.5L engine. 5.8% increase in HP over 263 is only 278. Now of course it is possible they made other superior changes and/or the horsepower gain isn't linear with the engine size increase, even so. It would take a 14% increase in power to bring it up to 300hp.

How does 278 sound Mucho??

[applee]

I have ordered the 3 GT but today the dealer called me telling they don't have the color that I want. They told me mazda stopped making 2007 model already. I have to order 2008 model which will come at mid August. They didn't mention any thing new on the 2008 model. I don't know what to do cuz I don't want to wait for two months. If the engine upgrades to 2.5, it is a good thing. But i dont know how it is gonna affect the price. Plus the equipment of the car...... Any suggestions? I am starting to consider the rabbit....though it is less fun......

[Mazda3]

I have ordered the 3 GT but today the dealer called me telling they don't have the color that I want. They told me mazda stopped making 2007 model already. I have to order 2008 model which will come at mid August. They didn't mention any thing new on the 2008 model. I don't know what to do cuz I don't want to wait for two months. If the engine upgrades to 2.5, it is a good thing. But i dont know how it is gonna affect the price. Plus the equipment of the car...... Any suggestions? I am starting to consider the rabbit....though it is less fun......

This is the CX-9 forum, try asking your question in the Mazda 3 section.

[Mazda3]

Your estimate is totally off. Is your guy involved in product? My own contact at Mazda Canada gave me the exact measure, but he will chop my head if I say anything at the moment. You are really setting up expectations with your 300HP.

Let me repost my last post for you:

The final production HP/TQ figures haven't been released yet. The point is that there is a 3.7L engine with more power and torque for 2008.

[Mazda3]

I would tend to agree. While it is purely math, a 3.7L engine is only 5.8% bigger than a 3.5L engine. 5.8% increase in HP over 263 is only 278. Now of course it is possible they made other superior changes and/or the horsepower gain isn't linear with the engine size increase, even so. It would take a 14% increase in power to bring it up to 300hp.

How does 278 sound Mucho??

If all they did is increase the displacement you are probably bang on. They will add direct injection to this motor at some point which will put it at 300 or a little more. They won't tell me this is happening now. Mazda is getting more tight lipped about future product changes. I have to catch my people in the right mood to spill all the beans. Takes a few drinks sometimes :)

[Mucho]

If all they did is increase the displacement you are probably bang on. They will add direct injection to this motor at some point which will put it at 300 or a little more. They won't tell me this is happening now. Mazda is getting more tight lipped about future product changes. I have to catch my people in the right mood to spill all the beans. Takes a few drinks sometimes :)

I am starting to wonder if we are speaking to the same people, maybe we are and we do not even know. Mazda Canada is a real small company so maybe we do. Sorry I do not want to mention any name on the forum. I would rather go through an exhange of email.

[svofan1]

Any idea when this will be available? Will it be the standard V6 for the GT?

Just ordered one last week so I am really anxious to know if I need to wait or make any changes to my order!

Hi where are you located?...I am thinking about ordering an 08 but I am afraid that the dealer may do the wrong thing because,usually, they are not that well informed...how did you ordering go?...thanks..

[svofan1]

I visited the Wayne Mazda site (in NJ) and they are anouncing prices on the CX 9 GT AWD units for 2008...is it posible that they already have them in stock?...they claim to have about 18 units..

[rk2112]

I visited the Wayne Mazda site (in NJ) and they are anouncing prices on the CX 9 GT AWD units for 2008...is it posible that they already have them in stock?...they claim to have about 18 units..

I don't know if they have them yet, but they must be on their way. I just ran one of the vin#'s (JM3TB38V980123193) through carfax and it verified that it was a 08 CX-9 w/3.7L V6 MPI DOHC 24V. When I had my MX-5 PRHT built even when the dealership gave me the vin# for my car it did not show up on carfax for about 3-4 weeks after. I was on the Mazda website the other night and did the online chat with a sales assistant and he confirmed the larger engine, B.S.M.S. option. He said the 08 CX-9's should be arriving at dealerships late Aug. early Sept.

[CX9buyer]

I visited the Wayne Mazda site (in NJ) and they are anouncing prices on the CX 9 GT AWD units for 2008...is it posible that they already have them in stock?...they claim to have about 18 units..



What are the prices that they announced?

[unixxus]

Mazda has released the 2008 pricing information for the CX-9. Seems like there is a price increase for all models.

http://www.mazdausa.com/MusaWeb/pdf/pricing_update/CX9-2008-pricing.pdf

[TravelinMan]

Curiously, I did a chat session this morning with a Mazda rep who said the Blind Spot Sensor was standard on the GT but on this pricing sheet it shows it as a $200 option. Anyone else get this story.

[CX9buyer]

I got the same answer from mazda cust. service and the dealership.
Maybe that option could be added to the touring and sport models?

After comparing MSRP price of 2007 and the 2008 there is about a 780.00 difference. I heard from the dealer.... for a new production year price there is typically a 1 up to 2 percent markup. thats roughly 300 to 600 dollars more. and if it only cost 200 for the Blind spot sensor why shouldnt it be standard on the GT models?






Curiously, I did a chat session this morning with a Mazda rep who said the Blind Spot Sensor was standard on the GT but on this pricing sheet it shows it as a $200 option. Anyone else get this story.

[TravelinMan]

I got the same answer from mazda cust. service and the dealership.
Maybe that option could be added to the touring and sport models?

After comparing MSRP price of 2007 and the 2008 there is about a 780.00 difference. I heard from the dealer.... for a new production year price there is typically a 1 up to 2 percent markup. thats roughly 300 to 600 dollars more. and if it only cost 200 for the Blind spot sensor why shouldnt it be standard on the GT models?

After another chat with Mazda and a talk with my dealer, both said that the blind spot sensor is standard on the GT.

[CXyback007]

Thought it would be good to put this on the sticky thread also...

Crash Test data for the CX-9...

http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ncap/cars/4462.html

[CXyback007]

CX-9 RULES !!!

They should just make it car of the year right now (or car of the century) !!

http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/4220226.html

[DashingMax]

CX-9 RULES !!!

They should just make it car of the year right now (or car of the century) !!

http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/4220226.html

OMG!!! Woo Hoo!!
I am definitely buying this issue of Popular Mechanics! (2thumbs)

[DashingMax]

USA Today: A crossover that's just about perfect! (http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2007-02-02-cx-9_x.htm)

Article Link (http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2007-02-02-cx-9_x.htm)

[OMF]

USA Today: A crossover that's just about perfect! (http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2007-02-02-cx-9_x.htm)

Article Link (http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2007-02-02-cx-9_x.htm)
Quote from the above article: "Mazda says it's looking into offering a trip computer".

[DashingMax]

Quote from the above article: "Mazda says it's looking into offering a trip computer".
(werd) I have 2 trip computers in mine!

[Malmskov]

Not showing how many miles on the tank etc?

This article is from February and no trip computer was offered for the 08 models so doubt that any would be available from Mazda.

[Dalton]

Not showing how many miles on the tank etc?

This article is from February and no trip computer was offered for the 08 models so doubt that any would be available from Mazda.

It's really simple to install one... :cool:

I used a ScanGauge II with Blendmount...
Gives you much more options than ordinary trip computer.

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[OMF]

Gives you much more options than ordinary trip computer.
[/ATTACH]
Dalton,

Thanks for the Blend Mount tip. Looks good.

Can this thing display transmission oil temperature? If not, can you read at least its status Cold-Normal-Hot? It would be good to know when towing more than 3000 lbs...

Thanks,

George

[DashingMax]

It's really simple to install one... :cool:
I used a ScanGauge II with Blendmount...


D'OH! (hand) I thought you meant, Trip A/B mileage display on the instrument cluster!!


So, a "Trip Computer", yes it would've been nice. My 2006 Maxima had it standard. BTW, what is a Blendmount?

[Lexx]

BTW, what is a Blendmount?
One might suspect that's documented right here: http://www.mgtmotorsports.com/

[Dalton]

Dalton,

Thanks for the Blend Mount tip. Looks good.

Can this thing display transmission oil temperature? If not, can you read at least its status Cold-Normal-Hot? It would be good to know when towing more than 3000 lbs...

Thanks,

George


Nope, transmission oil temp is not displayed.

But whole bunch of other useful information is... see pages 6 and 7
Scangauge II Manual pdf (http://www.scangauge.com/support/pdfs/SGIIManual.pdf)

[DashingMax]

Motor Trend names Mazda CX-9 SUV OF THE YEAR!!
http://www.motortrend.com/oftheyear/suv/112_0712_2008_mazda_cx_9
Here's the video:
http://www.motortrend.com/av/of_the_year/112_0710_2008_suvoty_2008_mazda_cx9_the_winner

Cheers!! :)