For those who find themselves being dragged kicking and screaming out of their sporty sedan toward a family hauler, there's quite simply no better choice than the 2009 Mazda CX-9.

• Pros

Sporty performance and handling, stylish and roomy cabin, loads of cargo space, easy access to spacious third row, solid build quality, high crash test scores.

• What's New for 2009

Only minor changes occur for the 2009 Mazda CX-9. A trip computer is now standard on all trim levels, and the base model gets standard Bluetooth phone capability. All-wheel-drive models come standard with a trailer tow prep package, and Grand Touring trims get a standard garage door opener and auto-dimming rearview mirror. In addition, satellite radio now comes with the upgraded audio and rear-seat entertainment packages.

Features

• Interior Features
• Front Seats
• Height adjustable driver seat
• Cloth
• Bucket front seats
• Rear Seats
• Split-folding rear seatback
• Reclining rear seats
• Folding with storage center armrest
• Manual folding split-bench third row seats
• Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
• Power Features
• Remote keyless power door locks
• Power mirrors
• 2 one-touch power windows
• Instrumentation
• Clock
• Tachometer
• Trip computer
• External temperature display
• Low fuel level warning
• Convenience
• Cruise control
• Front, rear and 3rd row cupholders
• Front and rear door pockets
• Overhead console with storage
• Front seatback storage
• Speed-proportional power steering
• 12V cargo area power outlet(s)
• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
• Comfort
• Interior air filtration
• Three zone climate control
• Cargo area light
• Leather trim on center console
• Front reading lights
• Leather trim on shift knob
• Leather steering wheel
• Rear floor mats
• Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
• In Car Entertainment
• Element antenna
• 6 total speakers
• AM/FM stereo
• Auxiliary audio input
• Telematics
• Pre-wired for phone
• Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
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Features

• Exterior Features
• Roof and Glass
• Variable intermittent wipers
• Privacy glass
• Rear defogger
• Intermittent rear wiper
• Body
• Rear spoiler
• Tires and Wheels
• Alloy wheels
• 18 x 7.5 in. wheels
• Steel spare wheel
• P245/60R18 104H tires
• All season tires
• Temporary spare tire
• Doors
• Fixed lifgate window
• Rear liftgate door
• Towing and Hauling
• Cargo tie downs
• Safety Features
• 4-wheel ABS
• Front, rear and third row head airbags
• Dual front side-mounted airbags
• Child seat anchors
• Emergency braking assist
• Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
• Rear door child safety locks
• Engine immobilizer
• 2 front headrests
• 3 rear headrests
• Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
• Rear center 3-point belt
• Front seatbelt pretensioners
• Stability control
• Traction control
• Electronic brakeforce distribution
• Rear height adjustable headrests
• Tire pressure monitoring