Monterey Mazda Shoppers Review
The Mazda CX-9 Trim Levels

The 2019 Mazda CX-9 is a three-row crossover that’s ideal for transporting a full load of kids, cargo, or kids and cargo. The CX-9 offers buyers at dealers like Cardinale Mazda, the Mazda dealer near Monterey the perfect combination of outstanding driving dynamics and attractive exterior styling. Updates for 2019 bring even more features to the CX-9, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The suspension is improved to provide an even better ride. Notably, Edmunds picked the 2019 Mazda CX-9 as one of its Best Family SUVs, Best Midsize SUVs and Best Gas Mileage SUVs. Monterey Peninsula Mazda shoppers can choose one of four trim levels: Sport, Touring, Grand Touring and Signature. All trims are powered by a 2.5-liter inline-four powerplant that produces 227 horsepower (250 hp with premium gasoline) and 310 lb-ft of torque, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard on all models except the top-of-the-line Signature, which gets all-wheel drive standard. We’ll take a look at the highlights of each CX-9 trim level.

Mazda CX-9 Sport

The base Sport trim provides a lot of value but doesn’t skimp on features. The CX-9 Sport comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, tri-zone automatic climate control, LED headlights, 60/40-split folding second-row seats, folding third-row seats that split 50/50, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an infotainment system with a 7-inch screen, six-speaker audio setup, Bluetooth and two USB ports. Advanced safety features that come standard include low-speed automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert and blind spot monitoring.