What’s taking place
The 2023 Mazda CX-9 begins at the next value this yr, with the three-row SUV beginning at $40,025 together with vacation spot.
Why it issues
Mazda dropped the CX-9’s base Sport trim for 2023, however the brand new entry-level Touring has further commonplace options like heated seats, a sunroof and a wi-fi telephone charger.
What’s subsequent
The 2023 CX-9 vary will likely be accessible at Mazda sellers this fall.
The Mazda CX-9 drops its entry-level Sport trim for 2023, the automaker confirmed Tuesday. Meaning Mazda’s three-row SUV heads into 2023 with the next base value, however an extended listing of ordinary options, as nicely.
Now beginning at $40,025 together with $1,275 for vacation spot — a $3,120 enhance over the 2022 CX-9 Sport — the 2023 CX-9 Touring is provided with 18-inch wheels, second-row captain’s chairs, heated and powered entrance seats, three-zone local weather management, an influence sunroof, LED foglights and a wi-fi telephone charger.
Weirdly, stepping as much as the $42,775 Touring Plus makes the second-row chairs an possibility; a three-across bench is commonplace as a substitute. The Touring Plus provides cooled entrance seats, 20-inch wheels, a gloss black grille and aluminum roof rails. The $46,055 Carbon Version has trim-specific styling thrives, the $46,915 Grand Touring provides heated second-row seats and additional security tech options, and the 2023 CX-9 tops out in totally loaded $49,735 Signature trim.
All 2023 CX-9s have a ten.3-inch heart touchscreen show with built-in Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, however solely the Grand Touring and Signature include Mazda’s navigation system. One drivetrain is obtainable throughout all trims, consisting of a 2.5-liter turbo I4 engine with 250 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque (when operating 93-octane gasoline), paired with a six-speed automated transmission and all-wheel drive.
The 2023 CX-9 fashions are anticipated to reach at Mazda sellers this fall.