Chassis & Safety - Responsive and Safe

Mazda CX-9 / Overview / Chassis & Safety - Responsive and Safe

Mazda CX9's stiff body shell and chassis systems - combined with the smooth, cultivated power of its V6 engine - make for an exciting driving experience not usually found on an SUV this size. And these superior dynamic attributes play a major role in making the CX9 something special in its class.

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