

James Wong
2023 Mazda CX-9 Sport review
Pros
- Lots of metal for the money
- Punchy 2.5T still goes hard
- Comfortable and refined
Cons
- Piddly old infotainment display
- No 360 camera or front sensors
- No third-row air vents
3 Years Ago
The new Mazda CX-9 is a large SUV available in Australia from $47,250 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Sport variant and topping out at $75,165 for the Azami Le variant.
There are 6 variants of the CX-9 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2016.
The new 2023 CX-9 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
The Mazda CX-9 is only available with a petrol engine that produces 170kW and 420Nm of torque. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
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Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Design, size, and presence on the road
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
The Mazda CX-9 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Sport and the most expensive being Azami Le.


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2023 Mazda CX-9


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2023
$47,600
2023
$55,200
2023
$64,700
2023
$65,200
2023
$67,900
2023
$74,400
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,075 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,969 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 624 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mazda CX-9 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.







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2023 Mazda CX-9
The cheapest Mazda CX-9 is the Sport variant that starts from $47,250.
See all Mazda CX-9 PricingThe most expensive Mazda CX-9 is the Azami Le variant that starts from $75,165.
See all Mazda CX-9 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mazda CX-9 is 2000 kg shared by all variants.
See all Mazda CX-9 towing capacityThe largest Mazda CX-9 is the Sport variant which measures 1969mm wide, 5075mm in length and sits 1747mm tall.
All variants of the Mazda CX-9 have a maximum power of 170kW and 420nm of torque.
The Mazda CX-9 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda CX-9 is the Sport variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2575 kg.
The Mazda CX-9 uses Unleaded Petrol.
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