Steering
The Mazda 6 facelift steering system has been upgraded for reined stability-feel during straight- ahead driving on the motorway. New disc springs are added to the mounting points for the steering supportyokeandthecontrol-mapsoftwareforthepower-assistedsteeringrevised.Togetherthisdelivers better, more predictable steering feel. Added to this are new steering mount bushes with a reduced spring constant that deliver optimal compliance steer and greatly improved stability, especially when cruising on the motorway.
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Interior
Compared with the old 626, the Mazda6's wider body translates into extra
space for five occupants. The driver's seat adjusts through a 9.4-inch range,
and the 60/40-split rear seatback folds down. ...
Under the Hood
The 2008 CX-9 is powered by a new 273-horsepower, 3.7-liter V-6 engine that
drives a six-speed automatic transmission that has a clutchless-manual mode.
Front- or all-wheel-drive versions are offe ...
The Inside
Because of its preproduction status, Mazda warned that there might be some
imperfect trim pieces in the cabin, but our CX-9 held up well to our scrutiny.
Sport models have cloth seats, and the fir ...