Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6250 366 Nm@4250 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 158 kW@7500 216 Nm@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,070 mm | 4,427 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,956 kg | 1,395 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 60 L | 16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 935 mm | 51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 818 mm | -817 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 215 L | 272 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 7.6 | -6.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 7.6 | -5.6 L |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |