I am pretty sure all the cx 9 I have test driven had cup holders on both sides in 3rd row?? 08 had smaller I think, 2010+ have bigger holes ....I ma pretty sure. I am looking at this one 2010 GT though and it has some electric sockets instead of cup holders. Is that possible? was that a custom option? If so can I remove or alternate ??? I can't believe I am saying this but I will have 2 boys sitting back there so forgive me for saying this ....I think I prefer cup holders !!! (boom01)