Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD (2016) – A family SUV with elegance and performance
The second-generation Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring presents an interesting alternative to classic European SUVs. It brings Japanese reliability, comfort for the whole family and a state-of-the-art SkyActiv-G turbo engine.
🔧 Technical data
- Engine: 2.5L I4 Turbo (SkyActiv-G)
- Performance 250 hp / 186 kW (with 93 octane petrol)
- Torque: 420 Nm
- Drive: all-wheel drive (AWD)
- Transmission: 6-speed automatic
- Acceleration 0-100 km/h: approx. 7.2 s
- Consumption: 9 – 10.5 l / 100 km
🛋️ Comfort and equipment (Grand Touring)
- Leather seats with electric adjustment and memory
- Head-Up Display (windscreen projection)
- BOSE 12-speaker audio system
- Adaptive cruise control, lane keeping
- 3-zone air conditioning, heated seats
- Navigation, reversing camera, blind spot sensor
⚙️ Reliability and service
The SkyActiv-G 2.5T engine is very reliable when it comes to oil changes (every 10-12,000 km). It is not equipped with direct injection like some problematic TSI engines. Regular intake cleaning and spark plug replacement every 60,000 km is advisable.
💬 Conclusion
The Mazda CX-9 is ideal for families who don’t want to compromise on space, technology and reliability. The Grand Touring version offers the ultimate in comfort and drivability that rivals premium SUVs.