Hello Mazdas247!!!!!!
Haven't been on much. Not much moving in the Speed 3 world.
So we decided to trade up to the CX9. We loved our CX5-GT, but we were seeking a bit more space and a little upgrade. Worked out a great deal, better than I expected, and took 'er home.
it was heavily on my mind that after driving Mazda for over 10 years, I said maybe it was time to check something else out. Besides, i still have my MS3. So we did. Checked out RDX, X3 & 5, Santa Fe Limited, RX350, Q3 & 5, QX60 and the Mazda last. We spent 2 days out shopping and getting harassed by sales people to buy, and went home to "think" about it. At the price point the CX9 GT is offered, it is hands down the winner, by a big margin! Not to say the BMW and Lexus dont have the same or better comfort and safety features, but you need to move up on price by atleast $15k!! Audi is putting together some real nice models too , but again, that price is 20k more to match the CX9 Grand Touring or Signature offer. IMHO, you remove the Mazda emblem and place an Audi or Lexus badge on it, and this thing will sell like crazy. Its that good!! The best I have seen from Mazda so far.
Interior - Awesome and spacious in the front. Exactly what we were seeking. Love the heated and rear seats for those trips to Gatlinburg and the Smokeys in the winter. Sound system, awesome. Wasn't aware about the sub in the rear until reading around. The best overall feature we love is the heads up display and the radar cruise control.
As for the motor, the only complaint I have is ... Why hasn't Mazda put this in a new skyactiv Mazdaspeed 3 or 6 !!!!! This thing moves, its pull surprises you around town. Has good direct pedal feel, almost like a manual. They continue to impress me with their driving dynamics, and this "big" crossover is no slouch. Handles corners crisp and has real good acceleration. Like my MZR, it does start to run our of breathe in the high RPM's, but you wont notice it big, unless you are in the high rpms in 3rd gear or higher. Besides that, this things pulls strong for 2 tons of mass and a 4 cylinder under the hood. I took it on a nice run last night, and it put a smile on my face. I was so excited, I told myself I have to tell Mazdas247 crew!!
That's enough ranting ... the Canes are playing. Back to life ...
Haven't been on much. Not much moving in the Speed 3 world.
So we decided to trade up to the CX9. We loved our CX5-GT, but we were seeking a bit more space and a little upgrade. Worked out a great deal, better than I expected, and took 'er home.
it was heavily on my mind that after driving Mazda for over 10 years, I said maybe it was time to check something else out. Besides, i still have my MS3. So we did. Checked out RDX, X3 & 5, Santa Fe Limited, RX350, Q3 & 5, QX60 and the Mazda last. We spent 2 days out shopping and getting harassed by sales people to buy, and went home to "think" about it. At the price point the CX9 GT is offered, it is hands down the winner, by a big margin! Not to say the BMW and Lexus dont have the same or better comfort and safety features, but you need to move up on price by atleast $15k!! Audi is putting together some real nice models too , but again, that price is 20k more to match the CX9 Grand Touring or Signature offer. IMHO, you remove the Mazda emblem and place an Audi or Lexus badge on it, and this thing will sell like crazy. Its that good!! The best I have seen from Mazda so far.
Interior - Awesome and spacious in the front. Exactly what we were seeking. Love the heated and rear seats for those trips to Gatlinburg and the Smokeys in the winter. Sound system, awesome. Wasn't aware about the sub in the rear until reading around. The best overall feature we love is the heads up display and the radar cruise control.
As for the motor, the only complaint I have is ... Why hasn't Mazda put this in a new skyactiv Mazdaspeed 3 or 6 !!!!! This thing moves, its pull surprises you around town. Has good direct pedal feel, almost like a manual. They continue to impress me with their driving dynamics, and this "big" crossover is no slouch. Handles corners crisp and has real good acceleration. Like my MZR, it does start to run our of breathe in the high RPM's, but you wont notice it big, unless you are in the high rpms in 3rd gear or higher. Besides that, this things pulls strong for 2 tons of mass and a 4 cylinder under the hood. I took it on a nice run last night, and it put a smile on my face. I was so excited, I told myself I have to tell Mazdas247 crew!!
That's enough ranting ... the Canes are playing. Back to life ...
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