Exterior

The CX-9 has sleeker lines and a sportier look than most crossovers, especially large three-row ones.

* New designs for 18- and 20-inch wheels * Chrome door handles and turn-signal side mirrors (Grand Touring) * Available power liftgate * Available xenon headlights

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    Safety
    In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash tests, the CX-9 earned the top score, Good, in frontal and side-impact tests. It hasn't been tested for rear impacts or for roof strength, an indica ...

    The Inside
    Here's where the Mazda5's small size catches up with it. When compared to larger minivans, there's just not a lot of extra space behind the front bucket seats. The Mazda5 does, however, make effic ...

    Cup Holder
    WARNING: Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could ...