Test drive Mazda CX 9 2017 new model
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After a two-year break, the second-generation Mazda CX-9 crossover is returning to Russia. He received new engines, a platform and three rows of seats. The appearance of the crossover has also changed.
Interior and exterior overview, what's new
The car received a striking body design - a prominent radiator grill and smooth contours are typical for the Mazda brand. Sleek LED headlights and small daytime running light bulbs contrast with each other. The rear of the car with slanting lights looks harmonious. In profile, the car looks predatory and dynamic.
Chrome-plated exterior elements do not distract attention. The underlined contours of the glasses look appropriate, and the door handles are not vulgar. The wheel arches are equipped with plastic with a matte surface.
There are no complaints about the optics of the car - if you evaluate their work at an average distance, LEDs are no worse than xenon.
The interior of the Mazda CX-9 has a lot of plastic parts covered with a metallized coating. Other interior trim features:
- The console display does not leave the dashboard. The touch screen is locked while driving. To control the systems of the car, in this case, a block is provided near the gearbox handle. It includes a rotary knob, a separate audio volume control knob, and several buttons.
- The instrument panel is made of an arrow type.
- Along the way indications are displayed on the round LCD display on the right.
- The climate can be controlled using a small block behind the selector lever.
The transition from the inner door trim to the deflector ventilation frame looks beautiful.
There is a minimum of edema and niches in the interior. The outer door handle does not differ in its original appearance, but its profile has been specially modified for ease of opening. The position of the handle in the cabin is also precisely calibrated. Its angle and shape are adjusted in such a way that the palm fits perfectly into it.
The seat has been designed with the results of driving fatigue research in mind. The pedals are positioned strictly along the axis of the body. This is due to the fact that even with a slight displacement of the node, the legs and neck are strained more.
On the back sofa, passengers are as comfortable as possible. People with an average build can sit freely even with the front seats pushed back as far as possible. Passengers in the second row can independently control the climate by adjusting the direction of the airflow. There is a compartment with USB connectors on the back.
The rear sofa can be accessed by pushing back the second row seats. Rear passengers only have armrests on both sides. There are also small speakers here.
Trunk capacity depends on the location of the third row seats. They can be lowered or raised. To increase the volume of the cargo compartment, the second row seats can be lowered. The subwoofer is located in the dock under the raised floor.
Several changes have been made in the suspension - the rear shock absorbers are located a little further than in the "five", and the silent blocks are reinforced. On the road, the chassis behaves flawlessly, easily fitting into turns. The minimal effect of the tall body can be felt.
The crossover is not designed for off-road driving. However, the car goes confidently on the ground and on the field. She takes gullies with difficulty, but for dacha and city obstacles she “swallows” noiselessly.
Technical specifications
Mazda CX-9 received a 2,5L SkyActive engine. The return to turbo engines does not imply the installation of other diesel or gasoline units. We can note a confident boost - at 5 rpm, the engine produces 000hp. At 231 rpm, the engine shows 2 Nm. The moment is very even, traction is noted even at low revs. There is no turbo lag. Due to the significant complication of the design, the engine has a moderate fuel consumption.
Other specifications:
- The engine has a compression ratio of 10,5. This allows fuel to be burned more efficiently. However, the temperature in the chamber also rises. This increases the risk of detonation. However, the problem was solved by installing the EGR system and ejection cleaning of the cylinders.
- Due to the intricate design of the manifold, the cylinders operate in a 1-3-4-2 order.
- The sophisticated turbine provides linear recoil without dips. When the engine is running at low rpm, the main channel is closed, and air flows through the auxiliary channel. When the revs increase, the wider channel is automatically opened.
- The classic 6-speed gearbox shifts smoothly, like a variator. Acceleration turns out to be smooth.
- In test drives, the pedal response lag was minimal due to its electronic type.
- For every hundred, the engine consumes 12,7 liters in city driving conditions, 7,2 liters on the highway and 9,2 liters in the mix. With frequent overtaking and sudden acceleration, the consumption increases to 16 liters.
The Mazda CX-9 is one of the quietest crossovers around. At any speed, talking in the cabin is comfortable without raising your voice. This is due to the many measures for soundproofing the cabin. The noise level is 67 dB.
The wheelbase is 2930 mm. The crossover is 129 mm wide and 525 mm longer than the "five". The number of passenger seats - 7. The volume of the trunk is 810 liters.
Packages and prices
The car is offered on the Russian market in two trim levels - Supreme and Exclusive. The first price is 2 rubles. The second costs 890 rubles. Each version is equipped with a leather interior and LED headlights. The discs are 000 inches in diameter. The car is equipped with a heated steering wheel, keyless entry and dynamic stabilization system.
The "exclusive" configuration assumes the presence of automatic braking. It also includes a system for recognizing pedestrians and obstacles in the path of movement - both front and rear.
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